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Notification of herbicide application for the control of invasive plants

By Events, Parks, Ward 1

This is to notify you of upcoming herbicide application to control Tree of Heaven; this work is scheduled to be completed between September 15th – October 6th.

Work locations within Ward 1 include:

  • Orchard Heights Park
  • Helen Molasy Memorial Park

Contractors working on behalf of the City, Brinkman Living Infrastructure Ltd., will apply VisionMax (Glyphosate) directly to the plants using a handheld/backpack sprayer to minimize impacts to plants in the surrounding area. Notification signs will be posted at all access points to the spray area at least 24 hours prior to treatment and will be removed no less than 48 hours after treatment. Treatment should be completed prior to October 6th, but the timelines may be extended as needed depending on weather conditions.

This work supports the City’s Invasive Species Management Program and improves the health of natural areas across the City.

The Park Supervisor and 311 have been notified of these operations.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to reach out.

September 9, 2025
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Shop local and discover Mississauga’s next innovators at Sourced in Sauga!

By Events

Discover and shop from IDEA Mississauga-supported businesses at Sourced in Sauga, a curated marketplace, on Saturday, September 20.

September 9, 2025

IDEA Mississauga, in partnership with Square One Shopping Centre, invites you to Sourced in Sauga, a one-day marketplace at Square One Shopping Centre bringing together local artisans, startups and community-driven entrepreneurs. Each of these businesses have been supported by one of many IDEA programs, giving guests an opportunity to see how IDEA-supported businesses are becoming thriving ventures.

Join us for a day of innovation and creativity, while connecting with passionate entrepreneurs in the city. It’s also a chance to get a head start on your seasonal shopping, with everything from clothing and treats to eco-friendly products, collectables and more. You can explore the full list of vendors here.

When

The Sourced in Sauga Market will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Where

Square One Shopping Centre’s central food court. No need to RSVP!

Cost

Attending the market is free! Businesses will have various curated items available for purchase.

For more details, visit IDEA Mississauga’s Sourced in Sauga event page.

September 9, 2025
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Live events for the whole family to enjoy in Mississauga this fall

By Events

High-quality live entertainment close to home featuring music, theatre and sporting events.

September 8, 2025

Back to school, back to fun! Now that the kids are back in class, weekends can feel tricky to plan. Good news—saugaLIVE has you covered with high-quality live entertainment right in your own backyard.

Enjoy concerts, sports, movies and more with free event parking and budget-friendly tickets for the whole family.

This season is a special one, as the Harlem Globetrotters make a stop in Mississauga in the spring as part of their 100-year tour.

We’re also pleased to welcome some exciting additions to the season, including an appearance by Bollywood legend A.R. Rahman and The Sunshine Orchestra as part of the Promise of Music World Congress presented by The Glenn Gould Foundation.

Finally, Mississauga is bringing the excitement of TIFF a little closer to home through Reel Thursdays – a TIFF Film Circuit Group. The first three screenings of the series include The Wedding Banquet by Peter Ahn, We Lend a Hand by Colin Peter Field and Blue Moon by Richard Linklater.

Learn more about what’s in store this fall!

Living Arts Centre

  • Reel Thursdays: The Wedding Banquet – October 9. Get tickets
  • The Sunshine Orchestra with special guest A.R. Rahman – October. 9. Get tickets
  • Tom Morello: A Night of Stories and Music – October 19. Get tickets
  • An Evening of Folk with Kellie Loder and River North Duo – October 25. Get tickets
  • Emily Calandrelli, The Space Gal – November 13. Get tickets
  • Reel Thursdays: We Lend A Hand – The Forgotten Story Of Ontario Farmerettes – November 13. Get tickets
  • Shea Couleé featuring Lemon and The Virgo Queen – November 14. Get tickets
  • Digable Planets – November 20. Get tickets
  • Adaptive Concert: ASD Band in Collaboration with Xenia Concerts – November 30. Get tickets
  • STARS – December 4. Get tickets
  • Reel Thursdays: Blue Moon – December 11. Get tickets
  • The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition – December 15. Get tickets
  • Jann Arden Christmas Tour – December 16. Get tickets

Meadowvale Theatre

  • One Moe Time: A Tribute to Moe Koffman – October 5. Get tickets
  • Broadsway: The Most Wonderful Time…Maybe! – December 21. Get tickets

Paramount Fine Foods Centre

Please note: ticket details for the Raptors 905 2025-2026 will be shared soon. Stay tuned for more information.

Game dates:

  • Raptors 905 Home Opener vs. College Park Skyhawks – November 7
  • Raptors 905 vs. College Park Skyhawks – November 9
  • Raptors 905 vs. Maine Celtics – November 12
  • Raptors 905 vs. Capital City Go-Go – December 3
  • Raptors 905 vs. Delaware Blue Coats – December 10
  • Raptors 905 vs. Delaware Blue Coats – December 11
  • Raptors 905 vs. Maine Celtics – December 27
  • Raptors 905 vs. Maine Celtics – December 28
  • Raptors 905 vs. Westchester Knicks – December 30

Discover your next saugaLIVE experience close to home. For more information about upcoming events, visit the website. To request a media interview with one of the artists, please contact media@mississauga.ca

September 8, 2025
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Write on! Mississauga’s Literary Festival returns on September 13

By Events, Resources

Discover author talks, panels, workshops, and activities for every reader and writer.

September 8, 2025

The annual Mississauga Literary Festival brings together readers, writers, and the community for a day filled with author talks, panels, workshops, local exhibitors, and interactive activities. There’s something for everyone, from children to adult readers and writers. This year’s programming is presented in partnership with The Ampersand Review, a literary magazine from Sheridan College’s Honours Bachelor of Creative Writing and Publishing program, which will also launch Issue No. 8 during the festival – a chapter you won’t want to skip!

People seated on chairs as a speaker engages them at the front of the room. They are sitting in a bright lime green painted room.

What

Mississauga Literary Festival

When

Saturday, September 13, 2025, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Where

Hazel McCallion Central Library (Floor 0-5)
301 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W.
Mississauga, ON

Cost

Free admission, no registration required

Event highlights

The Mississauga Literary Festival 2025 runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. across all levels (0-5) of the Hazel McCallion Central Library. Visitors can enjoy:

  • Author Talks and panels – including Mystery Mix Up: Who Dunnit and Why? with Bianca Marais, Hannah Mary McKinnon, and Uzma Jalaluddin, plus a Special Author Talk with Bee Quammie.
  • Workshops – topics include self-publishing, suspense writing, public speaking, poetry, and more, led by authors and industry professionals.
  • Storytime & family programming – children’s author spotlights and family storytime.
  • Interactive activities – book-themed crafts, drop-in gaming, and “Book Friending” sessions to connect readers.
  • Special launch – including The Ampersand Review Issue No. 8.
  • Exhibitor marketplace – meet over 60 local authors, publishers, and literary organizations throughout the library.

For the full festival schedule and exhibitor list, visit the Mississauga Literary Festival webpage.

September 8, 2025
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Free Confidential Paper Shredding 

By Events, Resources

Paper shredding will be available during regular business hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday September 20th at Fewster CRC located at 1126 Fewster Dr. in Mississauga.

Residents can bring unbound paper documents such as taxes, bills, income statements and personal information.

To keep traffic flow moving quickly and efficiently, visitors will not be able to stay and watch their documents be shredded.

Along with papers, residents are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate to a local food bank.

Regular fees apply to all other items brought for disposal.

September 2, 2025
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Soak up the sounds of local talent in Mississauga this fall

By Events

Enjoy the Love Local Music concert series featuring live performances by local musicians and artists.

September 2, 2025

This fall, you can enjoy listening to local musicians and artists at the Living Arts Centre from September to November as part of the City’s Love Local Music program concert series. Concert goers will enjoy live performances showcasing the diverse talents that Mississauga’s music scene has to offer.

The 2025 line-up includes:

Natalie G: Music Around The World

Saturday, September 6 at 7 p.m.

From the rhythmic beats of Latin America to the soulful melodies of the Middle East and the timeless classics of Europe, this event celebrates cultural diversity through music. Audiences will enjoy a variety of styles and languages, brought to life by international instruments and guest dancers that ignite the stage with energy and passion. Get tickets

A celebration of Hip Hop & Poetry: Words. Power. Sound.

Saturday, September 27 at 8 p.m.

Join Ontario’s Poet Laureate, Matthew-Ray ‘Testament’ Jones, for an explosive celebration of music, rhyme and raw expression. This immersive event is a celebration of truth, rhythm and revolutionary thought. With guest performances, creative collaborations, interactive moments and surprises throughout. Get tickets

Shallum X’s Tour 2025

Saturday, October 4 at 8 p.m.

Step into a world where music transcends boundaries. Experience Shallum’s legacy, style, and showmanship as he fuses East and West into a genre uniquely his own. Inspired by his North American journey and travels across continents, he brings you reimagined classics, powerful instrumentals, and a musical experience like no other. Get tickets

OneWorld Peace Lumina Concert

Saturday, October 18 at 4 p.m.

Presented by OneWorld Peace Association and executed by Dolce De Soleil Music, led by Elsa Hsieh, conductor, founder, pianist and Global Peace Ambassador of the International Peace Festival. Enjoy performances by Patti Jannetta Baker, Alexis Martinez, Mykolas Savchuk, the Polish Highlanders troupe, the award-winning women’s choir and children’s choir – Youngest Peace Advocates. Get tickets

The Hustle Mississauga

Saturday, November 15 at 8 p.m.

The Hustle is an iconic concert series that has been showcasing Canada’s best new and emerging Hip-Hop, R&B, and Soul artists for 10 years. To celebrate this milestone, join us for The Hustle: Mississauga featuring performances by Roze, Imadh and Oshanna, with host Karlena Waugh and DJ savvv. Get tickets

A Night of Modern and Historic Saxophone Music

Saturday, November 29 at 7 p.m.

Join award-winning saxophonist, Carson Freeman and his band for an unforgettable night of live jazz. This exclusive concert will feature original compositions, timeless favourites and a special surprise that makes the evening one-of-a-kind. From soul-stirring solos to bold brass harmonies, guests will experience a rich blend of modern and historic jazz in an inspiring venue. Get tickets

About Love Local Music

Since 2021, Love Local Music program has created more than 80 opportunities for local musicians and helped 25 concert producers gain valuable experience through ticketed sales. Last year’s program featured performances by Fame Holiday, Five and Tens, El Ciebo, Sarah Catharine and U.N. Jefferson.

For more information and to get your tickets for the shows, visit the webpage.

Local Local Music

September 2, 2025
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National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Day Events

By Events, Ward 1

Join the official unveiling of Mississauga’s first National Historic Sites marker
On Thursday, September 25, Parks Canada, in partnership with the National Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada is planning an unveiling of the Nahnebahweequay plaque in Port Credit beginning at 5:30pm at Mississauga’s Marina Park. As background, the plaque focuses on Nahnebahweequay, also known as Catherine Sutton, who was born at the Mississaugas Credit Mission Village in the 1830s. She was an early advocate of Indigenous rights and her advocacy took her to meet Queen Victoria on two separate occasions. She is one of the most recognized and celebrated members of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. All are welcome to attend. More details to follow.

Learn, reflect and engage at Mississauga Celebration Square
On Tuesday, September 30, the digital screens at Mississauga Celebration Square will highlight the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action and the City’s commitment to reconciliation.

Bradley Museum Truth and Reconciliation tour
On September 30, visit the Bradley Museum to learn about the history of Indigenous Peoples in Mississauga. Staff will also share what the City of Mississauga is doing today to further the process of reconciliation and the 94 Calls to Action. Tours will run every half-hour between noon and 4 p.m. Hands-on activities are available for families to honour the children lost to the residential school system and the survivors, and to reflect on their own personal journey to reconciliation. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are recommended to guarantee a spot. Admission is free. This program includes difficult subject matter that may be upsetting for some visitors and may not be appropriate for all ages.
Learn more

Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation flag raising and clock tower lighting
To recognize both the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, the City will raise the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (MCFN) flag on September 30 at Mississauga Celebration Square. The City Hall clock tower will be lit orange on the same evening.

Walking Together: A Journey for Reconciliation
Join in for a special event at The Riverwood Conservancy where all will come together to walk, learn and reflect on the path towards reconciliation. This in-person gathering aims to foster understanding, respect, and unity among all participants. Take steps towards healing and building stronger relationships with one another. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a meaningful journey towards reconciliation on Sunday, September 28, 2025 from 11am to 2pm.
Registration is necessary for participation.

2025 All-Nations Powwow on October 4
Sisters in Spirit Day (October 4) honours missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people. It’s a day to remember, raise awareness and call for justice. Join the U of T Mississauga Indigenous Centre for the 2025 All-Nations Powwow at U of T Mississauga on Saturday, October 4 from noon to 5pm. Get free tickets here
Learn more

2025 Healing and Gathering Weekend
Join Eagle Spirits for its 5th annual Healing and Gathering Weekend from September 27 to 28, 2025 from 10am to 4pm on both days. Held at the Small Arms Inspection Building Grounds, take part in two days of learning, engagement, reflection and resilience.
Learn more

August 31, 2025
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Get harvest ready at a fall garden care workshop

By Events

Register online to participate in a Homegrown Mississauga workshop to learn the fundamentals of how to plant fall crops, save seeds and get your garden ready for fall.

August 21, 2025

Do you want to keep your garden going this fall? The City, in partnership with Ecosource, is hosting a series of Homegrown Mississauga gardening workshops throughout the growing season. This “Fall Season Garden Care and Maintenance” workshop is the third in the series, which will run in September and October.

Attendees will learn sustainable and low-impact gardening tips to help keep their garden healthy as fall approaches.

These workshops support the 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 workshop for residents with limited or no gardening experience. Residents will learn how to plant fall crops, like garlic and more, save seeds for future use and how to put their garden to bed. This workshop includes a hands-on activity where participants will be saving seeds from seed heads to grow in their garden next spring.

When

The same “Fall Season Garden Care and Maintenance” workshop will run at four different locations and dates throughout September and October.

Where

Cost

Free – online registration is required as space is limited. Everyone is welcome. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Subsequent winter workshops will cover topics such as sprouting, indoor growing techniques, seed selection and garden visioning for next year.

August 21, 2025
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