Applications are now open for the 2026 Starter Company Plus – Entrepreneurship Bootcamp, designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs launch and grow their businesses in Mississauga.
November 6, 2025
What’s in it for you?
If you’re ready to take the next bold step in your entrepreneurship journey, this program is for you! Over the course of the program, entrepreneurs will gain access to expert training, mentorship, and peer-to-peer connections, plus all the tools needed to build and grow a sustainable business. Participants will also have the opportunity to apply for a micro-grant of up to $5,000 to support their startup.
Attend a mandatory information session
The first step to apply to the Starter Company Plus – Entrepreneurship Bootcamp is attending a mandatory virtual Information session. This session will outline the program structure, eligibility requirements, and how to submit an application. Please note that attendance does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
- Option 1: Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 1 to 2 p.m.
- Option 2: Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m.
For more information and to register, visit the program website here.
Driving innovation across Mississauga
Programs like the Starter Company Plus – Entrepreneurship Bootcamp play an important role in supporting new businesses, driving economic growth, and fostering innovation in Mississauga. By helping entrepreneurs build strong, sustainable ventures, IDEA Mississauga continues to strengthen the city’s reputation as a vibrant and innovative hub for business and innovation.
The Starter Company Plus – Entrepreneurship Bootcamp is funded in part by the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade.
About IDEA Mississauga
IDEA Mississauga, powered by Invest Mississauga, brings together industry, government, education and organizational leaders to help start-ups and scale-ups accelerate ideas and commercialize solutions. IDEA offers entrepreneurs a comprehensive suite of resources to support their needs and growth, including tailored programs and services, along with a rich network of mentorship, partners and talent. From start-up to scale-up, the IDEA team is dedicated to driving innovation and turning entrepreneurs’ ideas into reality.
I’m thrilled to share that Judy Tutty was recognized at the City of Mississauga’s recent celebration honouring exceptional seniors across our community.
At the ceremony, Mayor Carolyn Parrish and Members of Council presented Keys to the City to twelve inspiring seniors who have made remarkable contributions through volunteerism, community involvement, and their dedication to enriching the lives of others.
Judy was proudly selected as Ward 1’s recipient, receiving both a Certificate of Recognition from my office and a Key to the City from Mayor Parrish. Her years of volunteer service and ongoing commitment to our community is truly commendable.
Please join me in congratulating Judy on this well-deserved honour!
About the Key to the City
The Key to the City of Mississauga is Mississauga’s most prestigious form of recognition. It is reserved for and bestowed upon esteemed community members, former residents and visitors whom the Mayor wishes to honour. It’s a sign of great achievement and distinction, and is given to individuals who have positively impacted and changed our city for the better. While primarily symbolic, the key signifies trust and freedom for the recipient to enter in and out of the city as they wish, knowing that Mississauga will always be their home.
The Hazel McCallion Central Library transforms into a celebration of comics, gaming, art, and fandom for all ages to enjoy!
November 4, 2025
Exhibitors, workshops and more
Our super-sized schedule kicks off with a Friday Night Social and continues on Saturday with free activities for all ages. Meet our exhibitors, discover unique treasures at the Trading Post, take part in sketch challenges and design your own unique Pokémon cards. Families with young children can enjoy Superhero Storytime, LEGO club, and the Children’s Costume Parade. Make sure to bring your best cosplay to our red carpet photo shoot for the chance to win a prize!
Beginners and seasoned players alike can stop by the gaming stations to try out tabletop and board games or show off your skills in free-play video game tournaments.
Don’t miss out on our marvelous lineup of guest panels and workshops:
- Learn about breaking into the comics industry with veteran creators Alison O’Toole (Shades of Fear), Derek Laufman (I Hate Fairyland) and Jason Loo (Werewolf by Night: Red Band).
- Immerse yourself in comic book theatre hosted by acclaimed writer J Torres (Planet Hockey: First Star of the Game, Teen Titans Go! Digest).
- Step into the realm of horror with Tri Vuong (The Strange Tales of Oscar Zahn) and work together to create your own spooky short comic.
- And much more to experience!
Event details
What
The Mississauga Comic Expo Returns on November 14 and 15, beginning with a Friday Night Social and the main events on Saturday!
When
Friday, November 14, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where
Hazel McCallion Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W.
Mississauga, ON
Registration
The Mississauga Comic Expo is completely free to attend. No registration required. All activities are drop-in on a first-come, first-served basis. Pre-register for updates and reminders at Eventbrite.
More information
As you prepare for the expo, make sure to use your library card to explore the thousands of books, comics, games, and more our library has to offer! Browse the full catalogue at the Mississauga Library website.
Plan your visit to MCX with the MiWay Trip Planner.
For information, including programs and featured guests, visit mississaugalibrary.ca/MCX and follow @mississaugalib on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
Remembrance Day is an opportunity to pause and reflect on the sacrifices made for the freedoms we enjoy as Canadians. For those unable to attend the ceremony in-person, you can watch the Remembrance Day Ceremony taking place at the Mississauga Civic Centre Community Memorial virtually by accessing the link here starting at 10:30 a.m. on November 11.
Army, Navy, Air Force Veteran’s Club – Lakeview 262
Join the ANAF for their Armistice Day ceremony on Sunday November 9th at 765 Third St. The service begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Cenotaph followed by a service.
All are welcome to come together in remembrance and to join afterwards for a meal and refreshments.
Royal Canadian Legion – Branch #82
The parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 11 in front of Branch #82 Royal Canadian Legion at 35 Front St. in Port Credit.
It will march from the Legion Hall to Trinity St. Paul Anglican Church where a service will take place.
Following this, there will be a short ceremony at 10:45 a.m. that includes the laying of the wreaths at the Vimy Park Cenotaph.
Register online to participate in a Homegrown Mississauga workshop to learn indoor garden growing techniques.
November 3, 2025
Workshops support the City’s Urban Agriculture Strategy by teaching residents gardening skills so that they can access healthy foods by growing them close to home.
What
An in-person, informative workshop for residents with limited or no gardening experience. Learn about indoor growing techniques, such as sprouting, as well as seed selection and garden planning to support your outdoor gardening next spring.
This workshop will include a hands-on indoor growing and sprouting activity.
When
The Winter Season Indoor Growing workshop will run at four different locations and dates throughout November and December.
Where
- Monday, November 17 at the Malton Community Centre from 5:30-7 p.m. (register online).
- Monday, November 24 at the Burnhamthorpe Library from 5:30-7 p.m. (register online).
- Monday, December 1 at the Meadowvale Community Centre from 5:30-7 p.m. (register online).
- Monday, December 8 at the Mississauga Valley Community Centre from 5:30-7 p.m. (register online).
Cost
Free – online registration is encouraged. Walk-ins are also welcome. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Discover how to cultivate your green thumb indoors. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our expert instructors will guide you through the process of sprouting seeds and caring for indoor plants.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enrich your gardening knowledge! Share your passion for gardening with fellow enthusiasts and be a part of our community’s commitment to sustainability.
Take part in a great lineup of live shows that’ll spark curiosity, stir emotions and get you dancing in your seat.
October 28, 2025
November lineup
Emily Calandrelli, The Space Gal
TV host and author Emily Calandrelli, star of Emily’s Wonder Lab on Netflix, will share fun stories, experiments and real-world space adventures! Emily makes science and STEM accessible—perfect for future astronauts, curious minds and families who love to learn together.
Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Tickets start at $34+fees
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Reel Thursdays: We Lend a Hand – The Forgotten Story Of Ontario Farmerettes
History buffs and film lovers unite! This TIFF Film Circuit feature dives into the untold story of Ontario’s Farmerettes during WWII—a gripping tale of courage, community and wartime resilience brought to life on the big screen. Following the screening, director Colin Fields will be onsite for an exclusive post-show talkback and audience questions and answers.
Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $13.50+fees
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Shea Couleé featuring Lemon and The Virgo Queen
Fashion, fame and fabulousness! Get ready for an unforgettable night of glitz and glamour as Shea Couleé, international drag superstar and winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 5, hits the stage in Mississauga!
Shea brings their signature blend of live vocals, fierce fashion and high-energy to deliver a performance that’s part-concert, part spectacle and all celebration. Expect bold looks, dynamic beats and the magnetic stage presence that’s made Shea one of the most electrifying performers in the world of drag.
Joining the lineup are Lemon, winner of Canada’s Drag Race: Canada vs. The World Season 2, and The Virgo Queen, winner of Canada’s Drag Race Season 5. Bonus: it’s a two-for-one ticket deal if you book early!
Friday, November 14, 2025 from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
18+ mature content warning
Tickets start at $45+fees
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(Use unlock code TMN241 before selecting seats on Ticketmaster)
Digable Planets — Blowout Comb Anniversary Tour
Cool like dat? Absolutely. This GRAMMY-winning trio returns with their signature blend of jazz and hip hop that defined a generation. With a full live band, this show is pure groove, nostalgia and lyrical genius.
Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 8 to 10 p.m.
Tickets start at $59+fees
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Adaptive Concert: ASD Band in Collaboration with Xenia Concerts
Feel the rhythm of inclusion! The ASD Band, featuring four incredible musicians on the autism spectrum, joins forces with Xenia Concerts for a heartwarming, family-friendly show that celebrates neurodiversity through music.
Sunday, November 30, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Tickets start at $5+fees
Get tickets
saugaLIVE is your ticket to an unforgettable experience, filled with music, magic and memorable moments all right here in Mississauga! Tickets for all shows can be purchased through our website or at the LAC ticket office.
Kickoff the winter season in downtown Mississauga with the Santa Claus parade, the opening of the City’s largest outdoor ice rink, and lighting of the Christmas tree!
The Santa Claus parade begins at 6 p.m., but there is plenty of holiday fun to be had before then!
The festivities begin at 4 p.m. as Celebration Square and the downtown core come alive with twinkling lights, live entertainment, and holiday cheer. Then, at 6 p.m., the Santa Claus parade will be enroute through the downtown with Santa himself ready to light the Christmas tree!
Celebration Square
- Live entertainment from 4–6 p.m. featuring Soul Sublime’s disco holiday covers, SHOUT! The Band, and LED hoop dancer, Theland Kicknosway, hosted by Liem Vu and Jaden Lee-Lincoln from Global News
- Photos with Santa & Friends, courtesy of Coca-Cola
PLEASE NOTE: Santa will dash off at 6 p.m. to join the parade, but Gingerbread Man and Frosty will step in to keep the photo fun going until 8 p.m.
- Holiday activity & singalong booklets available at the Mississauga Auto Mall’s Sleigh
- Festive photo ops, face painting, glitter face bar and food trucks
- Ice skating on the rink with skate rentals available
- Santa Claus lights up the Christmas tree as his float travels through the Square!
The Holiday Express Stop at Living Arts Drive and Princess Royal Drive
Climb aboard for trackless train rides, illuminated artworks, food trucks, and a great view of the parade.
Candy Cane Corner at the Square One P3 Lot
Catch busker performances, hop on interactive musical bikes, food trucks, and take in all the Santa Claus parade magic.
Be sure to explore the full parade route and check out the wintry magic throughout the downtown.
The BFUTR 2025 Global Tech Summit presented by TD will be held in Mississauga on November 6-7 to celebrate Black and allied talent, build partnerships and support economic growth.
October 28, 2025
With more than 20,000+ registrants expected, BFUTR is the world’s largest celebration of Black and allied excellence in tech and you won’t want to miss it.
What
The BFUTR 2025 Global Tech Summit is back, with this year’s summit featuring more than 100 speakers and exciting headliners like Bozoma Saint John (former CMO of Netflix) and Dan Schulman (CEO of Verizon). Attendees can also look forward to curated workshops, executive panels, real-time networking opportunities and much more.
As part of the summit, IDEA Mississauga is partnering with the Black Entrepreneur Alliance (BEA) to present a panel on building future-proof tech careers. Founders and ecosystem developers will dive into emerging trends, must-have skills and inclusive pathways into tech. It’s a conversation you won’t want to miss!
And don’t forget to swing by the IDEA and BEA booth for activations, resources, and community connections to help empower entrepreneurs.
Where
The International Centre in Mississauga.
When
November 6 to 7, 2025
How it works
Passes are available on the BFUTR 2025 webpage. This year, BFUTR 2025 takes place during Black Tech Week North (BTWN) which runs from November 3 to 7 in Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver, BTWN will showcase Canada’s regional tech ecosystems and the Black professionals and allies who power them. BTWN events are free to attend with a BFUTR pass.
Where community, opportunity and tourism unite
Visit Mississauga is excited to work with Obsidi® for BFUTR 2025, reinforcing its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and attracting high-quality events that benefit residents, businesses, and visitors. BFUTR 2025 supports Visit Mississauga’s vision to enhance the city’s reputation as a top destination for world-renowned conferences, while showcasing our inspiring, multicultural community and unique opportunities.
By connecting businesses with local talent in the tech sector, this summit also positions Mississauga as a centre for economic growth and local tech talent, aligning with Invest and IDEA Mississauga’s mission to support entrepreneurs and foster innovation.