As the year comes to an end, it’s time to gear up for 2024 and all that it has in store! If you’re planning to celebrate the occasion at your home in Mississauga, you’ll be happy to know that you’re allowed to set off fireworks on your private property from dusk on Sunday, December 31, 2023 until 1 a.m. on New Year’s Day – Monday, January 1, 2024.
To use fireworks on a public street or a City park, residents must obtain a permit from the City.
To dispose of used or unused fireworks, completely submerge the fireworks in water and soak them overnight. Wrap the soaked fireworks in a plastic bag to keep them from drying out, and dispose of them in your garbage bin.
Additional important reminders
The winter holidays are an extremely busy time of year for most residents. Be kind to your neighbours and remember to put safety first, no matter where you celebrate. Make the most of your celebrations by being prepared and planning your events with safety in mind.
Mississauga residents can make a complaint for illegal use of fireworks on private property or City parks by calling 311 or submitting a complaint online at mississauga.ca/fireworks. To report fireworks on public roadways, residents should contact Peel Regional Police using the non-emergency number: 905-453-3311.
You can also celebrate the New Year by joining other Mississauga residents at Mississauga’s Celebration Square for entertainment and fireworks on December 31st!
Enjoy and be safe.
To learn more or apply for a permit, go to mississauga.ca/fireworks. For additional questions, call 311 or review the City’s fireworks by-law.
Background
The City of Mississauga has a Fireworks By-law to regulate the setting off of fireworks within Mississauga. The City’s Fireworks By-law was updated on December 1, 2023 to allow fireworks until 11 p.m. on designated holidays except for New Year’s Eve, when fireworks are allowed until 1 a.m. on New Year’s Day.
The designated holidays when fireworks are permitted until 11 p.m. include Victoria Day, Canada Day, Lunar New Year and Diwali. Mississauga residents can use fireworks on these five designated holidays at home on their private property without needing to obtain a permit from the City. As of December 1, 2023, the maximum fine for the illegal use of fireworks increased to $100,000.
Peel Region offices and some non-emergency services will be closed for the holidays from Monday, December 25, 2022, to Monday, January 1, 2024.
The following non-emergency services will close starting Monday, December 25 and will reopen on January 2, 2024:
- Access Peel Counters
- Dental Services Contact Centre (closed as of December 23)
- Early Years and Child Care Services
- Housing Services, Client Services
The following non-emergency services are closed on December 25, 2023, but will remain open December 22, 26, 27, 28, 29 and reopen for regular service on January 2, 2024:
- Family Health Call Centre
The following non-emergency services will be closed Monday December 25, 2023, Tuesday Dec. 26, 2023 and Monday Jan. 1, 2024
- Healthy Sexuality Clinics
The following non-emergency service has a modified holiday schedule.
- Needle Exchange Program and Harm Reduction – Mobile Van
December 25, 26, 2023, January 1, 2024 – closed
December 27, 28, 29 2023, open 12:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturday December 30, open 4:00-11:00 pm
Vaccination Clinics
Vaccination clinics will be closed December 22, 2023-January 1, 2024, and will resume regular operations on January 2, 2024.
To check for available clinics and to book your appointment, visit: COVID-19 vaccine
Early Years and Child Care Services
Child Care Subsidy units will close at 12:00 p.m. on December 22, 2023 and will reopen on January 2, 2024. All other Early Years and Child Care Services units are closed from December 25, 2023 to January 2, 2024.
Ontario Works in Peel
The offices at both our Ontario Works locations are open from 8.30 a.m. – 4:30 a.m. Monday – Friday. Our offices will close on December 22 at 12:00 p.m. and re-open on January 2, 2024 at 8.30 am.
Emergency shelter, food or personal support
For urgent homelessness supports, including food, supplies, referrals, and shelter, call the Street Helpline 24/7 at 1-877-848-8481. For information on emergency shelter, visit the emergency shelter web page or call 905-450-1996.
Peel Living Maintenance Requests
For Peel Living maintenance requests, contact the 24-hour request line at 905-790-7335.
TransHelp
All trips for December 25, 26, and 27 must be booked by 7 p.m. on December 24. All trips for January 1 and 2 must be booked by 7 p.m. on December 31.
On December 25 (Christmas Day), December 26 (Boxing Day) and January 1 (New Year’s Day):
- TransHelp will operate from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m.
- Subscription trips will be cancelled, except for dialysis trips
From December 25 to January 1, the TransHelp office will be closed and unable to process applications, payments or feedback.
On December 24 and 31:
- The contact centre will close at 10 p.m.
- The latest pick up for passengers who require bus only transportation will be 8:30 p.m. Taxi vendors will continue to provide transportation after 8:30 p.m.
If you have any questions, email transhelp@peelregion.ca or call 905-791-1015.
Public Transit
Visit Brampton Transit and Mississauga Transit for holiday schedules.
Waste collection Brampton, Mississauga, Caledon
There will be no waste collection on December 25, and 26, 2023. Collection will be two days later this week. Also, there will be no waste collection on January 1. Waste will be collected 1 day later this week. Check peelregion.ca/waste/calendar to find your pickup day or sign up to receive free waste collection reminders.
Community Recycling Centre hours:
Dec 24 and December 31 – Caledon/Bolton closed. Remaining locations open until 12 p.m.
December 25-26 and January 1, 2024 – closed
December 27-30 – open during normal business hours
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
PAMA will be closed Sunday, December 24, Monday, December 25, Tuesday, December 26, 2023 and Monday January 1, 2024. PAMA will also be closing at 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 31. Visit PAMA for a variety of affordable family fun activities this Winter Break.
Join Mayor Bonnie Crombie and Members of Council for a festive Holiday Meet and Greet. This event provides a wonderful opportunity for residents to meet the Mayor and their Ward Councillor in person while getting into the holiday spirit.
Say hello and take photos with the Mayor and Council, enjoy live entertainment, skating, tasty treats and more. Attendees can also help those in need this holiday season by donating to their local food bank. Food Banks Mississauga mascot Bowlina will also make a special appearance!
What
Holiday Meet and Greet with Mayor Crombie and Members of Council
When
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where
Mississauga City Hall
300 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga, L5B 3C1
Cost
Free
For more information about this event, visit the calendar listing.
Seasonal service changes will be implemented from Monday, Dec. 25, 2023 to Jan. 7, 2024. Customers can ride free on New Year’s Eve from 7 pm on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023 to 4 am on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.
Based on customer demand, some routes will have less frequent service during the day and some routes will not operate during this two-week period. The changes are summarized in the table below and more details will be available at miway.ca.
| Date | Type of Service |
| Mon, Dec. 25, 2023 | Reduced holiday service |
| Tues, Dec. 26, 2023 | Regular Saturday service |
| Wed, Dec. 27 to Fri, Dec. 29, 2023 | Reduced weekday service on Routes 18, 44, 109 and 110
Routes 25 and 74 will not operate on these days |
| Sat, Dec. 30, 2023 | Regular Saturday service |
| Sun, Dec. 31, 2023 | Regular Sunday service; extended late night service until 2 am on several routes that travel on busy corridors
Ride free on MiWay from 7 pm on Dec. 31, 2023 to 4 am on Jan. 1, 2024 |
| Mon, Jan. 1, 2024 | Reduced holiday service |
| Tues, Jan. 2 to Fri, Jan. 5, 2024 | Regular weekday service (300-series school services will not operate) |
| Sat, Jan. 6, 2024 | Regular Saturday service |
| Sun, Jan. 7, 2024 | Regular Sunday service |
Extended late night service on New Year’s Eve until 2 am will be available on the following routes: 1 Dundas, 2 Hurontario, 3 Bloor, 5 Dixie, 7 Airport, 10 Bristol-Britannia, 11 Westwood, 13 Glen Erin, 17 Hurontario, 23 Lakeshore, 26 Burnhamthorpe, 61 Mavis and 66 McLaughlin.
The City of Mississauga is thrilled to share that the Country Music Association of Ontario (CMAO) has selected Mississauga to be the host city for the CMAOntario Festival and Awards in 2024 and 2026.
“Mississauga is honoured and excited to welcome the 12th annual CMAOntario Festival and Awards,” said Acting Mayor and Ward 3 Councillor Chris Fonseca. “As Canada’s seventh-largest city and 2023 Music City of the Year, we are home to world-class, diverse musicians and a vibrant live music scene that attracts visitors from across Canada. I want to thank CMAO for choosing Mississauga to hold this prestigious music festival. We look forward to celebrating Ontario’s artists and welcoming them to our city next summer.”
CMAO has partnered with Visit Mississauga and the City of Mississauga to bring a weekend of live music, concerts and activities to the city from May 31 to June 2, 2024, with a spectacular awards show planned for Sunday, June 2 at the Living Arts Centre.
“Hosting these prestigious awards in our city truly highlights that we have great spaces to share and enjoy music while advancing our Music Strategy,” said Jodi Robillos, Commissioner, Community Services. “As a City, we’re focused on amplifying Mississauga’s music scene and helping advance local artists and talent. I want to acknowledge Victoria Clarke and the Visit Mississauga team for their sponsorship role and for working to bring this fantastic event to our city, and thank CMAO for selecting Mississauga to host this event first in 2024 and then again in 2026.”
Earlier this year, Mississauga was named the 2023 Music City of the Year and was recognized for its efforts in establishing a Music Strategy with a goal of positioning the city as an incubator for top musical talent and national destination for live music events and festivals.
In 2022, the City announced its first Music Strategy: 2022-2026, which identifies 32 actions over the next five years to support the growth and development of Mississauga’s music industry. It focuses on four guiding principles, which include amplifying Mississauga’s artists, creating a favourable environment for live music, supporting underrepresented people and groups, and celebrating Mississauga’s history and success.
For more information about the 12th annual CMAOntario Festival and Awards, visit cmaontario.ca.
Port Credit BIA is excited to present a number of events throughout the month of December!
On December 3, 2023 the Lighting of the Lighthouse kicks off #WinterINThePort with
- Lighting of the Lighthouse
- Band
- Face painting
- Holiday treats
- Holiday characters
From December 3 to December 17, 2023, #WinterINThePort the Window Wonderland Contest is on. We will ask the community to vote on best holiday window to identify top three. More details to come.
Do all your shopping #INthePort from December 3 to December 24, 2023 to win the #ShopthePort Contest:
- Shoppers enter to win by uploading their receipts from Port Credit businesses
- Grand prize dinner and overnight stay at Waterside Inn
- Second Prize Gift Certificate $100.00
- Third Prize $50.00 Gift Certificate
On December 9, 10, & 17, 2023, the McGregor Carolers will be roaming through the Port
December 16, 2023, don’t miss photos with Santa at the Lighthouse. Santa Max returns for an afternoon of photos at the Lighthouse with kids, adults, and dogs!
Plan your day out on December 16 & 23, 2023 for Sweet Stops #INThe Port. Holiday treats will be available for shoppers #INTheport in front of participating stores!
Watch Port Credit BIA website for more details.
As a member of the TRCA, I’m delighted to share the upcoming events which you and your family may have an opportunity to enjoy:
Please note that all events require pre-registration.
Kortright Centre for Conservation
Magical Christmas Forest
Escape into the Magical Christmas Forest at the Kortright Centre! This self-guided experience includes a winter wonderland filled with lights, displays, a horse drawn wagon ride through the forest, Santa in his cabin, festive music, bonfires, children’s activities and hot chocolate for the whole family!
Dates: Various from November 24 – December 23
Times: Wednesday – Saturday 5:00 – 9:00 pm, Sundays 3:00 – 8:00 pm
There are outdoor components to this event so dress for the weather. The suggested age of children attending is toddler to pre-teen.
Event dates, ticket availability and registration can be found here: https://kortright.org/whats-on/magical-christmas-forest/
Tommy Thompson Park
Winter Solstice Series
Light up the dark! Celebrate the Winter Solstice with a series of events at Tommy Thompson Park. Create your own dreamcatcher, craft lanterns, explore the night sky, and get up close with winter animals! Join us to explore scientific and cultural perspectives surrounding the Winter Solstice as we usher in the longest night of the year!
Event Dates & Times:
Dec 2, 1- 3:30pm: Wildlife Wonderland
Dec 9, 6- 9pm: Solar and Lunar Wonders
Dec 10, 10am- 12pm and 1- 3pm: Weaving Dreamcatchers
Dec 16, 10am- 12pm and 2- 4pm: Lantern Making Workshop
https://tommythompsonpark.ca/events/
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Santa at the Village
Santa Claus is coming to town! Jingle all the way to the Village and take part in festive fun. Try your hand at toy making and test your skills at Reindeer Games. Sip hot cocoa while listening to traditional festive tales, and then take in an old-time puppet show. Be sure to snap an “elfie” or two while visiting the jolly old man himself. He’s ho-ho-hoping to welcome you this December to the Village!
Tickets must be purchased online.
https://blackcreek.ca/things-to-do/holiday-season/#santa
Festive Nights
Experience all the joys of the season on a moonlit adventure at the Village. Wander the candlelit Village, enjoying live entertainment and sampling traditional holiday treats, from roasted chestnuts to gingerbread cookies.
Tickets must be purchased online.
https://blackcreek.ca/things-to-do/holiday-season/#festive-nights
Bruce’s Mill | Claremont | Claireville
Holiday Wreath Making Workshops
Kick off the holiday season by creating a fresh, fragrant wreath with TRCA. Wreath making is a fun and simple activity that anyone can do; all it takes is a little creativity to transform natural materials into a masterpiece!
Upcoming Workshops:
- Bruce’s Mill Conservation Park | November 25
- Claremont Nature Centre | November 25
- Claireville Conservation Area: Family Workshop | November 26
- Claireville Conservation Area: Adult Workshop | November 26
Tickets must be purchased online.
Mississauga needs more housing options for families, older adults, students and others who want to live in low-rise neighbourhoods. Increasing the supply and variety of homes across Mississauga through gentle density is a primary action in the City’s Housing Action Plan.
The City is holding a statutory public meeting at Planning and Development Committee to present draft regulations to allow residents to build up to four residential units on low-rise residential lots.
Meeting Details
When: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 6 p.m.
Where: Council Chambers, City Hall
Participate: Watch the live stream on the City’s website (without registering) or join in person at City Hall. Instructions on how to register for the meeting are included in the meeting agenda.
Note: The housing information session planned for December 6 has been postponed until 2024.
Background
Mississauga City Council has long supported exploring policies to introduce gentle density and build more housing.
- The City’s Increasing Housing Choices in Neighbourhoods (IHCN) work, which began in 2021, established new zoning and Official Plan regulations for additional residential units such as garden suites, garage conversions and laneway suites and allows up to three residential units on a lot.
- IHCN stemmed from Mississauga’s 2017 Making Room for the Middle affordable housing strategy. At the time, the City was one of the first municipalities in Canada to develop a housing strategy focused on middle-income earners.
Read Growing Mississauga: An Action Plan for New Housing to learn more about the City’s efforts to help get more homes built, streamline building approvals and make homes more affordable.
The Festival of Trees promises a unique and enchanting atmosphere, featuring twinkling light displays and live music from local musicians. Witness the beauty of carefully curated art installations while indulging in light refreshments. Explore the Artisan Market, and have the first chance to shop a delightful array of handcrafted treasures made by local artisans.
Don’t miss the opportunity to create lasting memories at this year’s Mississauga Festival of Trees.
Festival Dates
December 8-17, 2023
Artisan Market
December 8-10
Culinary Market
December 15-17
Public Hours –
Tree Installation Viewing
December 12-14
See website for a complete list of events and times
Location
Small Arms Inspection Building
1352 Lakeshore Rd. E. Mississauga, ON.
Free Parking
Wheelchair Accessible