Artwork along the waterfront will form a public art trail of works by Indigenous artists. This will include permanent public artworks, murals on buildings near the waterfront and the use of natural materials in public art installations.
Mississauga’s waterfront shoreline along Lake Ontario measures approximately 22 kilometres and extends west from Toronto towards Oakville. While there is Indigenous art located throughout the city, the shoreline of Lake Ontario provides rich opportunities to celebrate and honour Indigenous peoples, their culture, history and ongoing stewardship of the lands and waters.
A new webpage has been launched, and you can find it here. The content includes an introductory section about the art trail as well as an “About the Curator” section featuring Philip Cote who is working with members of the Mississauga’s of the Credit First Nation and the City’s public art program on this project.
TRCA strategically manages invasive plant species at specific restoration project sites throughout our jurisdiction. Working closely with their partners, TRCA follows best management practices including integrated pest management that uses a variety of preventative and non-chemical pest management strategies (e.g., continuous mowing to suppress growth, spading, solarizing, and composting) which aligns with TRCA’s Invasive Species Management Strategy. Depending on the severity of the infestation and the plant species, herbicide application is often the best management option that allows restoration of the landscape using native plant species.
This summer they will be applying herbicide to manage invasive Phragmites (Phragmites australis) in the Arsenal Lands (Closest Address: Lakeshore Dr E & Dixie Road, Mississauga, Small Arms Inspection Building) to achieve the larger objective of invasive species management throughout the Peel Region Parks. Using licensed applicators, these species will be treated with herbicide (Habitat Aqua – PCP #32374) following all applicable legislation. Standard regulatory signage will be installed in the treatment area before it occurs and will be removed once management efforts have been completed. Invasive control assessments and necessary adaptive management activities will occur in the coming seasons to further improve the site’s biodiversity.
Spraying will take place between July 24 and August 18. You can find a map of the spray sites below:
Should you have any questions or concerns about this work, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Cormack, Project Manager, Ecosystem Management chris.cormack@trca.ca.
Mississauga is fortunate to have many City pools to help keep residents active and cool throughout the year. To ensure swimming remains fun and safe for all, the City is now recruiting qualified aquatic instructor lifeguards. Starting July 4, anyone 15 years of age and older is encouraged to apply. Applications are being accepted until July 30 for positions that will start in the fall.
City lifeguards provide the safe supervision of swimmers, educate and promote drowning prevention, teach swimming lessons, and enforce pool rules at the City’s 12 indoor pools and seven outdoor pools.
“We’re excited to share that, in accordance with the Government of Ontario’s announcement of reducing the lifeguard qualifying age to 15, we can increase the number of qualified applicants,” said Lisa Boyce-Gonsalves, Manager, Aquatics, Therapeutic and Fitness. “Becoming a lifeguard is really rewarding! It can be a great part-time job or it could develop into a lifelong career. Many of our lifeguards become teachers, paramedics, firefighters, recreation supervisors and more. Becoming a City lifeguard is a great place to kick-start your career.”
There are many benefits for City of Mississauga lifeguards, including:
- Discounts on recertifications
- Opportunity to gain and develop leadership skills
- Benefits and Health Spending account*
- Paid vacation and sick time
- OMERS pension enrollment*
- Career advancement opportunities
*Minimum number of hours required for qualification
Apply to become a City lifeguard
Lifeguard jobs will be open online from July 4 to 30. Applicants must have the following qualifications at the time of applying:
- National Lifeguard – Pool
- Lifesaving Society – Swim Instructors
- Lifesaving Society – Lifesaving Instructors
- Lifesaving Society – Emergency First Aid Instructors
- Standard First Aid/CPR C with AED
- High Five – Principles of Healthy Childhood Development
Missing qualifications and interested in building your skills? Look into Mississauga’s leadership programs.
Not 15 yet? Become a volunteer.
To learn more about swimming at the City, visit mississauga.ca/swimming.
For career opportunities at the City, visit mississauga.ca/jobs.
The City of Mississauga presents free outdoor concerts at Port Credit Memorial Park on Sundays evenings from 6:30 – 8 pm this Summer.
Events are weather permitting and subject to change. Events may be delayed or cancelled due to extreme weather.
Concert Schedule:
- July 9 – Mississauga Symphony Orchestra
- July 23 – Junior Santos
- July 30 – Jeff Scott & SHOUT! The British Invasion
- August 6 – Melissa Lauren
- August 13 – Tall Order
- August 27 – Heather Christine Quintet with special guest Matt Zaddy
- September 3 – Jay Boehmer Trio & Friends
Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) is well underway in Mississauga and the City has many activities for you and your family to enjoy throughout the course of the summer! Head outside or to your favourite Mississauga community centre to learn something new. You don’t need to be a fitness enthusiast, pro-athlete or the best hiker in town to have fun!
Celebrate Recreation and Parks Month in Mississauga by signing up for summer programs or visit a nearby park. The choice is yours, but if you’re looking for activities to try now, you can also look at our Recreation and Parks Month calendar.
Upcoming activities in Mississauga include:
Summer camps
Due to popular demand, additional camps have been added this summer and begin on July 3 for children age four to 12. These aren’t your average camps either; learn about museums, sports, outer space, science, digital art, creative writing and more. Don’t wait too long, register soon!
Making waves at outdoor pools
The warm weather is here and it’s the best time to make a splash in one of our seven outdoor pools. A swim membership is the easiest way to have unlimited access to swimming all summer! Take the time to review our swim schedule and learn more about swimming in the city!
- Pre-season starts Saturday, June 17 to Friday, June 30 (with select swims)
- Regular season starts Saturday, July 1 to Sunday, September 3
Let’s Play in the Park
Let’s Play in the Park is a free, half-day, fully supervised, outdoor drop-in program beginning on Monday, July 3, for children ages six to 12 years old. A mix of games, sports, crafts, theme days and special events will be organized to ensure a fun time! Participation is based on first come, first served basis, including registered and drop-in participants.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING
Looking for some hidden recreational gems across Mississauga? Here are some suggestions you may not have considered or known about:
Outdoor fitness
Enjoy an outdoor workout at one of our many parks near you! If you’re in the mood to spend lots of time outside, consider visiting one of our newest outdoor fitness amenities at Churchill Meadows Community Centre and Mattamy Sports Park. There are two lit artificial soccer fields (one with a seasonal dome), a playground, a skate park, a multi-purpose court and a spray pad. You can also head inside and take a dip in the 25-metre, six-lane pool or therapeutic pool.
Outdoor games galore
Do you enjoy some friendly competition? Visit Meadowvale Community Centre and Lake Aquitaine to test your game skills. There are outdoor backgammon, snakes and ladders and chess game tables available for you to enjoy.
Trails at River Grove
Walk along the trails close to River Grove Community Centre and finish your day with a visit to the steam room or a soak in the whirlpool with great views of nature, the trail, and if you’re lucky, maybe even some of the wildlife in the area.
Beach volleyball
Summer is an excellent time for some beach volleyball and volleyball enthusiasts to play at two City locations. Lakefront Promenade and Huron Park Recreation Centre offer beach volleyball courts to enjoy the sport and some sunshine!
There are countless ways to stay active and healthy. Recreation and Park Month is a movement that promotes the benefits of recreation and parks for physical, social, and environmental health. The City is proud to participate in Recreation and Park Month to promote local programs and events, parks and facilities that are available for all citizens to enjoy.
The City of Mississauga presents free outdoor concerts at Port Credit Memorial Park on Sunday evenings this Summer.
Sunday’s from 6:30-8 pm starting July 9 and running until September 3.
Events are weather permitting and subject to change. Events may be delayed or cancelled due to extreme weather.
Concert Schedule:
- July 9 – Mississauga Symphony Orchestra
- July 23 – Junior Santos
- July 30 – Jeff Scott & SHOUT! The British Invasion
- August 6 – Melissa Lauren
- August 13 – Tall Order
- August 27 – Heather Christine Quintet with special guest Matt Zaddy
- September 3 – Jay Boehmer Trio & Friends
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