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Bee there: Join Pollinator Week activities in Mississauga

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Flutter by and help pollinators thrive by joining educational activities and guided walks to learn how to support these important species.

Environment | June 16, 2026

Buzz into action – Pollinator Week is back! From June 22-28, 2026, the City of Mississauga is celebrating pollinators through a series of activities. Residents can learn about how to protect pollinators and their habitats.

Pollinators include ants, bees, butterflies and moths. These tiny helpers come in many shapes and sizes. They keep Mississauga’s natural areas healthy by pollinating plants. This helps grow food and create homes for other animals, insects and local wildlife.

Pollinator Week events

Celebrate pollinators by attending these educational and outdoor activities:

  • Monday, June 22, from 5 to 7 p.m.: Come to the Wildflower Giveaway at the City’s facility located at 3240 Mavis Rd. Be sure to register online.
  • Tuesday, June 23 from noon to 1 p.m.: Tune in to a webinar about the importance of pollinators. Speaker: Melissa Creasey, Credit Valley Conservation. Register online.
  • Thursday, June 25 from 6 to 7 p.m. and Friday, June 26 from 3 to 4 p.m.: Join a guided walk at Jack Darling Memorial Park. Tour with City staff to see the largest remnant tallgrass prairie in Mississauga and see what the City is doing to restore, protect and expand rare habitats for pollinators. Learn about pollinators and how planting native species can help them. The event goes on, rain or shine. Please dress for the weather. Register online: June 25 or June 26.
Red admiral butterfly on a flower.
Pollinators like butterflies are key to protecting Mississauga’s natural areas.

Why pollinators matter

About 75 per cent of flowering plants, including crops, need pollinators to grow.

Many everyday foods, like blueberries, chocolate, coffee and peaches, depend on pollinators. The small but mighty creatures carry pollen from plant to plant. This process, called pollination, helps many plants to produce fruits and seeds essential for their reproduction. Without pollinators, Mississauga’s gardens and natural areas would be bare, and plants would not be able to reproduce to sustain our diets and ecosystems.

Mississauga is designated as a Bee City and has a commitment to improve pollinator habitats and engage residents to help pollinators thrive. The City maintains and protects two tallgrass prairies, one at Jack Darling Memorial Park and another at Lorne Park Prairie. These spaces provide critical habitat and safe havens for pollinators like bees, butterflies, moths and hummingbirds.

Common milkweed, a species of flowering plant.
Common milkweed is a species of flowering plant, which helps pollinators thrive.

Bee a helper: Simple ways to support pollinators

Plant a tree

As part of the City’s One Million Trees program, residents can add native trees and shrubs to their residential properties.

Create a pollinator-friendly garden

It doesn’t take a lot to add beauty to homes while supporting pollinators. Adding native flowers and plants to a porch, balcony or yard provides food and shelter for pollinators and gives them natural pathways and habitats to move through the city.

Be recognized as a Mississauga Nature Steward at Home

Residents who naturalize their yard can be recognized by the City for being good stewards to the environment.

Pollinator habitats like native plants are helpful for bees. Common milkweed, a species of flowering plant. Pollinators like butterflies are key to protecting Mississauga's natural areas. Pollinators like butterflies are key to protecting Mississauga's natural areas.

June 16, 2026
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Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day in Mississauga on June 21

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Enjoy a free community event with live music and dynamic performances at Celebration Square.

Entertainment and activities | June 16, 2026

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Join us in celebrating the vibrant music, culture and traditions of Indigenous Peoples at the fifth annual National Indigenous Peoples Day event on Sunday, June 21 at Mississauga Celebration Square (MCS) in partnership with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.

Hosted by Kairyn Potts, actor and co-host of new Indigenous dating series Rezervations for Two, alongside local favourite, MR. SAUGA, the community is invited to unite for an inspiring evening showcasing vibrant Indigenous music and artistic performances that celebrate the distinct culture of Indigenous Peoples.

Event details

What

National Indigenous Peoples Day – free concert and event

When

Sunday, June 21, 2026 from 5 to 9 p.m.
Ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m.

Where

Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga, ON

Who

Various Indigenous artists and musicians
Mayor Parrish and Members of Council
Dignitaries and special guests

Agenda

5 p.m. – Live concert spotlighting Indigenous performances, see line-up below.

DJ Kookum – a Plains Cree DJ and producer known for blending electronic music with Indigenous influences, creating energetic sets that celebrate contemporary Indigenous culture.

Qattuu – an emerging Inuk throat-singing artist whose music combines modern sounds with Inuit storytelling, bringing a fresh and powerful voice to Canada’s Indigenous music scene.

Manitou Mkwa Singers – JUNO-award nominated singing and drum group recognized for sharing traditional Indigenous songs and teachings through powerful performances that honour culture, community and connection.

MR SAUGA – Mississauga-based hip-hop artist, community advocate and social media personality known for celebrating local culture and bringing communities together through humour and storytelling.

Tia Wood – internationally-recognized Cree and Coast Salish singer-songwriter whose soulful blend of contemporary R&B and Indigenous influences has earned her a rapidly-growing global audience.

Cost

Free

For more information, visit the event listing.

About National Indigenous Peoples Day

This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. The Canadian Constitution recognizes these three groups as Aboriginal Peoples, also known as Indigenous Peoples, that each have their own distinct heritage, language, cultural practices and spiritual beliefs.

In co-operation with Indigenous organizations, the Government of Canada chose June 21, the summer solstice, for National Aboriginal Day, now known as National Indigenous Peoples Day. For generations, many Indigenous Peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year.

June 16, 2026
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Dig In! Garden Day returns to Mississauga

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Join us at Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens on Saturday, June 27 to learn more about gardening opportunities across Mississauga.

Entertainment and activities | June 15, 2026

Mississauga is in bloom. Have a green thumb or looking to start your first garden? Come out to Garden Day to hear from gardening experts and learn more about flowers and plants. Gardening is a great way to stay active outdoors at any age. Gardens also help to improve air quality, support pollinators like bees and butterflies and manage stormwater by absorbing rain and helping to prevent flooding.

Come out to Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens on Saturday, June 27 at 10 a.m. to talk to experts and exhibitors. Join fun activities for the whole family and learn more about this unique park and how you can get involved.

Event details

What

Garden Day is an event to learn from gardening experts, participate in family-friendly activities and learn how to get involved in gardening opportunities across the city. A tour of Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens will also be offered at 10:30 a.m.

When

Saturday, June 27
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (noon).

Where

Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens
660 Lakeshore Rd. W., Mississauga

Cost

This event is free to attend. Registration is not required, but you can sign up for event updates.

Getting there

Parking at Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens is limited, so consider walking, riding your bike or taking MiWay. Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens can also be accessed by walking or rolling along the Mississauga waterfront trail.

When parking in the neighbourhood, remember that parking is not allowed where “No Parking” signs are posted. Increased parking fines are in effect from May 1 to September 30 in the Lakefront Increased Penalty Zone. This zone includes local roads, City parks and municipal parking lots south of Lakeshore Road.

Learn more about the event.

Preparing your garden

If you’re thinking about starting a garden this year, it’s important to get it ready so your plants can flourish. Whether it’s in a backyard, or on a balcony or sunlit window ledge, creating a home garden is possible. Learn more about how to prepare your garden for gardening season and check out these growing guides.

Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast, a nature photographer or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of flowers and trees, Mississauga offers countless opportunities to connect with nature. Head out and explore some of Mississauga’s many enchanting gardens, lush parks and picturesque boulevards. Find a park near you.

June 16, 2026
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Mississauga Music Walk of Fame Announces 2026 Inductees!

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MISSISSAUGA MUSIC WALK OF FAME

ANNOUNCES 2026 INDUCTEES

Mississauga, ON (June 15, 2026) – Internationally acclaimed Emmy Award winning musician and composer, Don Breithaupt along with founder and President of The Guitar Workshop Plus, Brian Murray will be Inducted into the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame as part of this year’s Tim Horton’s Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival.

The Induction Ceremony will be held on September 13 at 10:45 a.m. at Memorial Park in Port Credit, Ontario. The public is invited to join this free, rain-or-shine celebration.

“Once again, we are inducting two outstanding internationally acclaimed individuals”, said Cliff Hunt, Chair, Mississauga Music Walk of Fame. “Don Breithaupt Emmy Award winning musician and composer, and Brian Murray, an industry builder, educator and musician.”

About the Inductees:

Emmy Award winner Don Breithaupt co-wrote “All Over the World,” the leadoff single from Chicago XXXVII in 2019, and “Swing Balboa (Down on Riverside)” for the Manhattan Transfer’s comeback album The Junction in 2018. His music for the hit animated series 6teen garnered three SOCAN Awards for him and television scoring partner Anthony Vanderburgh.

Known worldwide for his Juno-nominated Monkey House project, Breithaupt counts among his recent collaborators, Marc Jordan, Rik Emmett, Alfie Zappacosta, and his New York-based lyricist brother Jeff Breithaupt. Breithaupt attended the prestigious Berklee College of Music on a full scholarship and holds a master’s degree in music composition from York University. He and Jeff are three-time finalists for the New York-based Fred Ebb Award for Musical Theatre Songwriting.

Brian Murray is a versatile guitarist who studied arranging at Humber College where he also earned a degree in Jazz Performance. Over the years, he has stayed busy playing with various acts, working as a session musician, and as a music educator across Canada and the United States. Driven by a passion for music education, Brian founded Guitar Workshop Plus, an internationally renowned premier music education program serving musicians of all ages and skill levels—from beginners to advanced players, hobbyists to professionals.

Attendees are afforded the opportunity to study with top local musicians as well as high profile internationally renowned artists. The award-winning program has offered courses in guitar, bass, drums, vocals, keyboards, and songwriting, covering various genres including rock, blues, jazz, classical, acoustic, and country. Although based in Mississauga, ON, Guitar Workshop Plus offers workshops across North America. Under Brian’s leadership, Guitar Workshop Plus has earned an international reputation for excellence, attracting students from across Canada, the United States, Europe, South America, Asia, and Australia.

About the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame:

Established in 2012 by the late Mississauga City Councilor Jim Tovey, a former rock musician, the MMWF features Mississauga musicians and Industry leaders who have made a significant contribution to the world of music. Previous inductees include the great Oscar Peterson, Triumph, Ronnie Hawkins, Tommy Hunter, Denny Doherty of the Mamas and Papas, Jeff Healey, Phil X of Bon Jovi, Liberty Silver, Alessia Cara, and many more. The Mississauga Music Walk of Fame is located in Memorial Park in Port Credit, Ontario.

June 15, 2026
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The Port Credit BIA is pleased to host Canada Day #INThePort Mississauga’s largest Canada Day street festival!

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Join us on July 1, 2026 for an unforgettable day of celebration featuring:
A 40′ Ferris Wheel
Amusement rides & games
Multiple live music stages and performances throughout the day
Taste of Port Credit food experiences
Street performers & live shows
Vendors and local businesses
Kids Zone activities
The return of the Canada Day Parade
A spectacular fireworks finale
Plus an exciting surprise you won’t want to miss!

Event Details

Canada Day Parade
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lakeshore Road from Rosewood Avenue to Seneca Avenue

Street Festival
12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Fireworks Spectacular
starts at 10:15 p.m.

Get ready for an unforgettable show over the waterfront. For the best viewing experience, arrive early and check out our recommended viewing spots along the shoreline.
The street festival celebration will take place along Lakeshore Road from Stavebank Road to Hurontario Street, transforming Port Credit’s main street into a vibrant festival filled with live entertainment, family activities, food, shopping, and community spirit.
Please note that parking will not be available along Lakeshore Road or on side streets along Lakeshore during the event.

 Main Stage Lineup
12:00 p.m.: Left Turn Red
2:00 p.m.: Cory Hotline
4:00 p.m.: Pink Leather Jackets
6:00 p.m.: Marshall Dane
8:00 p.m.: Message from local dignitaries and PCBIA
8:15 p.m.: Suzie McNeil (Headline Performance)

O Canada: 10:00 p.m. with Patti Jannetta Baker

Port Credit Players Stage Lineup
1:00 p.m.: Chuck Jackson Trio
2:30 p.m.: Chuck Jackson Trio
4:00 p.m.: Chris Van Stan
5:30 p.m.: Chris Van Stan
7:00 p.m.: Kalia
8:30 p.m.: Kalia (Final Performance)

Rising Stars Stage Lineup
12:15 p.m.: Kalia
1:45 p.m.:. Kalia
3:15 p.m.: Alexander Quail
4:45 p.m.: Alexander Quail
6:15 p.m.: Kristen Prince
7:45 p.m.: Kristen Prince (Final Performance)

Best Places to Watch the Fireworks
Along Lakeshore Road at the street festival
Port Credit Lighthouse
Marina Park
J.J. Plaus Park
J.C. Saddington Park
St. Lawrence Park
Tall Oaks Park
Ben Machree Park
Waterside Inn
South-facing patios throughout Port Credit
Note: Fireworks will not be displayed at Port Credit Memorial Park. City of Mississauga Enforcement and Peel Police will be on-site as private fireworks will be prohibited and by-laws enforce

ROAD CLOSURES – CANADA DAY #INThePort
To accommodate the Canada Day Parade and Street Festival, the following road closures will be in effect on July 1, 2026:
Lakeshore Road
July 1, 2026 at 4:00 a.m. – July 2, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.
Stavebank Road to Hurontario Street
Lakeshore Road (Parade Route)
July 1, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Rosewood Avenue to Seneca Avenue
Queen Street East
July 1, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Seneca Avenue to Rosewood Avenue
Rosewood Avenue
July 1, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Queen Street East to Lakeshore Road
Canada Day Parade
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lakeshore Road from Rosewood Avenue to Seneca Avenue

The Port Credit BIA recommends parking outside of the Port Credit core and walking into the event to help reduce traffic congestion before and after the celebrations.

Port o’ Potty Stations
Located at:
Stavebank Road South
Elizabeth Street North
Helen Street South

Parking Information
The Port Credit BIA recommends parking outside of the core of Port Credit to help reduce traffic congestion during and after the event.
Parking is available at the following locations:
Adamson Estate
850 Enola Ave, Mississauga, ON L5G 4B2
J.C. Saddington Park
53 Lake St, Mississauga, ON L5B 3Y3
Brightwater Underground Parking
15 Mississauga Rd S, Mississauga, ON L5H 2H1
Port Credit Memorial Arena
40 Stavebank Rd, Mississauga, ON L5G 2T8
Marina Park
15 Front St S, Mississauga, ON L5H 2C5
Municipal Parking Lot #1
38 Front Street North
Municipal Parking Lot #3
18 Stavebank Road South
Municipal Parking Lot #4
3 Elmwood Avenue North
Municipal Parking Garage #5
80 Port Street
Municipal Parking Lot #7
5 Cayuga Avenue
Municipal Parking Lot #12
5 Hiawatha Parkway

Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, walk, cycle, take transit, or park outside the event area and enjoy a short stroll into the festivities. Please note that parking will not be available along Lakeshore Road or within the road closure areas during Canada Day #INThePort.

More information: https://www.portcredit.com/maps-parking/

Thank you to our incredible partners for helping make Canada Day #INThePort possible:
City of Mississauga CFC Grant
Visit Mississauga, City of Mississauga
Port Credit Community Foundation

June 10, 2026
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Peel Region celebrates Seniors Month in June

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Peel Region’s interactive story map provides insight into the older adult population

BRAMPTON, ON (June 2, 2026) – Peel Region is proud to celebrate Seniors Month this June by recognizing older adults and the meaningful roles they play in the community.

This year’s Seniors Month theme is “Let’s Get Moving”, which promotes healthy aging for older adults across the province. Older adults can take steps to improve their health by getting active, eating healthy, and staying socially connected.

For more information and resources about this year’s Seniors Month theme, visit the Ontario government website.

Seniors in Peel

Peel’s older adult population is growing fast; in fact, seniors are the fastest growing age group in the region. Peel Region’s interactive Older Adult’s Story Map provides a comprehensive look into our diverse senior population, which already represent over 15% of Peel residents.

In order to meet the needs of our growing population, Peel Region continues to take bold, innovative steps to support healthy aging in line with our Seniors Services Strategic Plan.

Programs and services for seniors in Peel

Peel Region provides a range of integrated, specialized, and person-centred programs and services that support the well-being and quality of life of older adults and their caregivers:

  • Long Term Care: Peel Region operates 5 municipally owned Long Term Care (LTC) Centres that provide compassionate, respectful, and emotion-based care to individuals and their caregivers. Peel Region LTC Centres were among the first in Ontario to adopt the Butterfly Approach, an emotion-based model of care.
  • Adult Day Services: Adult Day Services (ADS) provide seniors with a place to go during the day to engage in activities and social interaction. ADS is offered at all Peel Region LTC Centres and at home through virtual programs. Peel Region’s ADS is the first community-based program in Canada to be certified under the Butterfly model.
  • Seniors Health and Wellness Village (SHWV) at Peel Manor: The SHWV is a one-of-a-kind facility that combines a LTC Centre with a main-floor community service hub, which includes meeting rooms, green spaces, a hair salon, a café, and more.
  • Community Access to Long-Term Care (CALTC)/Thrive: The Thrive Program supports seniors who are waiting for long-term care, are eligible now, or may soon need it. The goal is to help them live safely and comfortably at home for as long as possible.
  • Respite care: Respite care offers short-term overnight stays for seniors that give their caregivers a break so they can attend to their own personal needs with the peace of mind that their loved ones are under the care of trained and compassionate staff.
  • Community paramedics: Peel Regional Paramedic Services community paramedics provide in-home care and assessments within the community. They are skilled in managing long-term health conditions and addressing issues that affect older adults.
  • TransHelp: Peel Region assists seniors and individuals with disabilities with door-to-door transportation. With our TransHelp fleet now at 65 buses, we continue to provide safe and reliable transportation for our elderly and at-risk population.
  • Housing and social support: Peel Region programs offer financial assistance and help people access safe, stable housing and other community supports.
  • Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program: The Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program provides access to essential dental care for eligible low-income seniors 65 years or older.

 

For more information on Peel Region’s services and programs for seniors, visit peelregion.ca/health/seniors.

Municipal celebrations

Residents of all ages are encouraged to join in on Seniors Month celebrations, events, and activities being held in their community:

June 5, 2026
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Local entrepreneurs to pitch scale-ready businesses at IDEA Step-Up Showcase

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Join an exciting event where growing businesses pitch ideas to expert judges. The City will also award past winners for major milestones.

Business and innovation | June 4, 2026

Watch local businesses take the stage. They will pitch big ideas to win prizes totalling $20,000. IDEA Mississauga presents the IDEA Step-Up Program Pitch and Showcase, “Momentum to Millions: Where ambition becomes acceleration” event on Thursday, June 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. The event is free to attend and is sponsored by the Black Entrepreneurship Alliance. Register in advance at ideamississauga.ca/events.

The IDEA Mississauga Step-Up Program Pitch and Showcase event highlights a group of growing companies as they talk about their businesses, share how they have grown and compete in live pitches. Programs like this help businesses grow while they support them with funding, expert advice and a chance to test new ideas.

New this year – IDEA Innovation Awards

Select participants from past Step-Up Programs will receive the new IDEA Innovation Award for reaching key milestones since completion of the program. The award categories include:

  • IDEA Mississauga Investor’s Choice Founder Award, which will recognize a business that has successfully raised $1.5 million or more in funding. This business has shown they are strategic, they can attract investors and they can grow their business.
  • IDEA Mississauga High-Growth Venture Award will recognize a business that successfully reached a significant milestone of $1 million or more in yearly revenue, building a high-growth, investment-ready company.

​What

At the event on Thursday, June 11, IDEA Mississauga will present the IDEA Step-Up Program Pitch and Showcase, “Momentum to Millions: Where ambition becomes acceleration” and present the IDEA Innovation Award to past participants.

The event will kick off with a networking reception, followed by a panel discussion, pitches and award presentations.

Who

The IDEA Mississauga team and dignitaries that include Ward 4 Councillor and Deputy Mayor John Kovac and Mississauga-Streetsville MPP Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business. The event brings together founders, investors, industry leaders and partners to spotlight innovation across life sciences, manufacturing and technology.

When

Thursday, June 11, 2026
4 to 6 p.m.

​Where

Living Arts Centre
4141 Living Arts Dr., Mississauga

Why it matters

Designed as both a showcase and a platform, the IDEA Step-Up Program Pitch and Showcase brings together founders, industry leaders and partners to spotlight innovation across life sciences, manufacturing and technology.

Since the Step-Up Program started in 2022, 33 companies have graduated and raised over $15 million, generating more than $8 million in revenue.

​If you are interested in discovering emerging companies and seeing firsthand how they are turning momentum into measurable growth, this event is for you.

June 4, 2026
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