The following release was sent to media today.
With guidance from Peel Public Health and in an abundance of caution for both our residents and staff around the COVID-19 pandemic, the City is Mississauga is responding with the following changes in City operations at this time.
- The City of Mississauga will be closing all recreation, library, and cultural facilities starting Saturday, March 14 through to April 5 to the public. This includes the Living Arts Centre, Meadowvale Theatre, Paramount Fine Foods Centre and the Mississauga Seniors’ Centre. Programming at these facilities will be cancelled.
- City Hall and the Provincial Offences Court remain open.
- MiWay continues to provide regular service.
Program and Service Updates
- All City of Mississauga programs and activities will be cancelled from March 14 to April 5. This includes March break programs and activities.
- The City of Mississauga will be offering full refunds without any administration charge. Please be patient as we work through the process.
- The majority of Mississauga sports teams/leagues have suspended all activities. Check in directly with your sports organization for further details.
City Events and Meetings
- There are no Council or Committee meetings scheduled next week due to March Break.
City of Mississauga Response Activities
- The City’s Emergency Operations Centre has been activated and staff are meeting regularly to monitor, develop and implement response measures as the situation evolves.
- Increased cleaning and disinfecting of common contact points in City facilities and transit buses. If an infected individual is or was known to be at a City facility, the City would contact Peel Public Health and follow directions on containment.
- Wiping down daily with disinfectant, counters and other touch points, washrooms, door handles, elevator buttons, automatic door operator plates, toilet flush handles, faucets, etc. at City facilities.
Message from Mayor Bonnie Crombie
“Given the rise of cases of COVID-19 here at home and around the world, we are taking pro-active measures as a City to ensure the health and safety of our residents. Closing all City recreation, library and culture facilities to the public for three weeks is the right decision and is aligned with measures being taken in public schools and in other jurisdictions. I understand the impact the cancellation of March Break programs will have on families. We will continue to provide updates to residents as they become available. We ask for your patience and understanding. I’d like to thank City leadership, Council, Peel Public Health, our first responders and health care providers for their leadership during this trying time. Together, we will rise to the challenge as a City, a province and a nation to overcome this.”
Public Messages
According to Peel Public Health, the best way to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses such as COVID-19 is to:
- Stay home if you are sick.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Cover coughs and sneezes with your sleeve.
- Wash your hands with soap and water or with alcohol-based hand rub.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Clean frequently touched objects and surfaces.
For the most up-to-date information on the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) visit Peel Public Health at peelregion.ca/coronavirus.
Please note that the above (“Flint Strong”) has been permitted to park support vehicles and crew at Lakefront Promenade Park (800 Lakefront Promenade, Ward 1) from March 17, 7:00am – March 27, 7:00am. An exemption has been granted to allow overnight parking.
Should you have comments, questions or concerns please contact the Film Office at ext. 4114.
Please note that filming interior scenes for a commercial “Rogers” at 271 Donnelly Drive (Ward 1) on Tuesday, March 3rd from 7:00am-11:00pm will be taking place .
A permit has been issued to allow parking on:
- One side of Donnelly Drive from Gill Avenue to Glenburnie Road
- PDO onsite at all times due to narrow roadway
- One side of Glenburnie Road from Donnelly Drive to Donnelly Drive
Affected residents have been informed of these activities via notification letter.
Should you have comments, questions or concerns please contact Liza Toliao at the Film Office at 905-615-3200 x4114.
Please note that the above will be filming interior scenes for a Commercial “Nature’s Heart” at 1217 Mona Rd (Ward 1) on February 26th, 7:00am-11:00pm.
A permit has been issued to allow parking on the following:
- One side of Mona Rd between Inglewood Dr and Sandham Rd
Affected residents/businesses have been informed of these activities via a notification letter.
Should you have comments, questions or concerns please contact Liza Toliao at the Film Office at ext. 4114.
Thank you,
Mississauga Film & Television Office
T 905-615-3200 x4114
film.office@mississauga.ca | mississaugaculture.ca/film
City of Mississauga | Community Services Department
Culture Division
More MiWay Service Changes Underway to Improve Customer Experience
February 24, 2020
On March 2, some MiWay routes will have revised weekday schedules to enhance service reliability for customers. These changes continue to provide customers with better connections to transit hubs across Mississauga and will enhance the customer service experience as part of the MiWay Five Transit Service Plan (2016-2020).
Service changes include:
- Route 19 Hurontario: in addition, late night trips on Route 19 Hurontario will be extended from Britannia Road to the Highway 407 Park and Ride.
- Enhanced service reliability: several local and express routes will have revised weekday schedules.
For a complete list of service improvements, please visit miway.ca/updates.
Plan your trip with MiWay’s new trip planner with integrated schedules across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area or call 905-615-4636 for assistance.
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The City is offering full-day camp programming at select locations on Friday, February 21 in response to the announcement of elementary school closures.
Camps will be offered at Erindale Community Hall, Burnhamthorpe Community Centre, Frank McKechnie Community Centre, Mississauga Valley Community Centre and Meadowvale Village Hall. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please let me know if you would like to borrow my Community Tent for your community events this year!
It is a “pop up” style tent and the dimensions are: 10 feet by 10 feet, with open sides and comes with a carrying bag with wheels. Just give me call at the office and I’ll be happy to accommodate you. 905 896 5100
Hope to hear from you!
Stephen
Please note that the above will be filming interior and exterior scenes for a commercial “Tim Hortons” at 269 Windy Oaks (Ward 1) on January 27 – 29, from 7:00am – 11:00pm each day including prep and wrap.
A permit has been issued to allow parking on the following on January 27 – 28:
- One side of Windy Oaks between Broadmoor Ave and Minnewaska Trail
- One side of Broadmoor Ave between Windy Oaks and Mineola Rd E
- Overnight parking has not been requested or approved
Should you have comments, questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to contact me directly
Stephen