MISSISSAUGA, ON, April 16, 2025 – Canada Day #INThePort Presented by Paint the Town Red and the Port Credit BIA scheduled for July 1, 2025.
A new Canada Day event was announced today during a media launch in Port Credit.
Canada Day #INThePort will take place on July 1, 2025, and will include a vibrant street festival followed by a symphony of fireworks launched from a barge at the mouth of the Credit River.
Paint the Town Red, Port Credit BIA, Visit Mississauga, and the City of Mississauga have collaborated to bring an unprecedented Canada Day event to Port Credit.
After significant community outcry over the postponement of the annual Paint the Town Red festival to 2026, the community groups rallied together to bring a spectacular new Canada Day event in Port Credit.
Ward One Councillor Stephen Dasko highlighted the significance of the collaborative effort to celebrate Canada Day:
“I am absolutely thrilled that this year we are taking a collaborative approach to Canada Day celebrations. A heartfelt thank you to Paint the Town Red, the Port Credit BIA, Visit Mississauga and our incredible sponsors and supporters. It’s an honour to work alongside these dedicated groups to make this partnership a reality. This collaboration is a true reflection of the incredible spirit of our community. Canada Day, especially this year, is more than just a celebration—it’s a reflection of our shared values, diversity, and pride for all the world to see. With a revamped Canada Day experience, I’m excited to see this beloved tradition move forward, bringing residents and visitors together for what will surely be a memorable day.”
The Canada Day celebration will include a road closure along Lakeshore from Stavebank Road to Hurontario Street. The Main Street in Port Credit will be lined with live music, street performers, live shows, vendors, a kid zone, and more.
The focal point on the Main Street will be a giant ferris wheel and amusement rides and games for the whole family.
The festival will attract visitors from the community and everyone from beyond Mississauga to come join in the celebrations.
Through the generous contributions of Visit Mississauga’s CEO, Victoria Clarke shares her support for building the event for the future:
“We’re incredibly proud to be able to make Canada Day #INThePort possible again this year. This longstanding event is a vibrant celebration that showcases the very best of Mississauga’s community spirit, culture, hospitality and local Canadian pride. This year’s Canada Day event will bring visitors from across the region to experience everything Port Credit and Mississauga has to offer, from live entertainment and local flavours to an unforgettable waterfront fireworks display. Visit Mississauga is honoured to play a role in bringing this celebration back to life in collaboration with our dedicated community partners and the PCBIA.”
The event will be a first Main Street road closure by the Port Credit BIA and will provide significant economic benefits to Port Credit businesses and the community.
John Pappas, Chair of the Port Credit BIA, highlights the economic benefit of activated Main Streets and celebrating Canada Day #INThePort: “Our Port Credit Main Street businesses are more than just places to shop or dine —they are the pulse of our community, driving job creation, sustaining entrepreneurs, and fostering economic growth. The Taste of Port Credit inspired street festival invites attendees to support local and indulge their taste buds with a diverse selection of cuisine and beverages from Port Credit’s renowned restaurant scene and experience our unique retail businesses. Canada Day #INThePort provides a unifying event that celebrates Canada and supports our local businesses and economy. Our vibrant, safe, and clean streets that are animated with these large-scale festivals have a direct and significant impact on our community.”
The enormity of the Canada Day #INThePort celebration required the support and collaborative efforts of the community groups involved including the support of Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish who has shared:
“Canada Day is a cherished tradition in Mississauga, and I’m overjoyed to see our community come together to create something truly spectacular with Canada Day #INThePort. This celebration is a testament to the creativity and vibrant spirit that defines Port Credit and our city. From the lively street festival to the fireworks display, this event will offer something special for everyone. I invite residents and visitors to join us in celebrating our shared pride, diversity, and love for Canada in the heart of Port Credit to make this Canada Day unforgettable.” The festival will culminate in an extraordinary fireworks display launched from a barge at the mouth of the Credit River. Fireworks in Port Credit have been a long-standing Canada Day tradition in Port Credit.”
This year Canada Day #INThePort will be creating a fireworks show unlike any other in Mississauga. Paint the Town Red Chair John Bozzo expressed his dedication to an unparalleled Canada Day celebration:
“As founder and chair of Paint the Town Red, I was devastated when earlier this year we had to announce the cancellation of our Canada Day Celebration. However, I am, at this time very pleased to announce that we have partnered with the Port Credit BIA to present Canada Day #INThePort, this July 1. My promise to you is that we will be providing the most spectacular fireworks display Port Credit has ever witnessed.”
Canada Day #INThePort presented by Paint the Town Red and the Port Credit BIA will take place on July 1, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in Port Credit.
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MiWay is planning to improve service, reduce travel times, and enhance connections on these routes.
Take a quick survey and share your thoughts on the proposed changes! Survey closes April 13! http://miway.ca/route31
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WHAT?
- The City of Mississauga has prepared a Storm Drainage Master Plan for the Port Credit Neighbourhood. This Master Plan was developed to assess how much stormwater the current drainage system can handle and to identify any potential problems with the system, caused by increased development in the area and the effects of climate change. The Master Plan has recommended storm sewer upgrades and recommended opportunities for local Low Impact Development (LID) Best Management Practices (BMPs).
WHY?
- In the recent years, the Port Credit Neighbourhood has been subject to infill and intensification which may put greater pressure on the stormwater system.
- No recent evaluations\assessments of the drainage system capacity had been completed. Accordingly, this Study was completed to determine the current and future storm drainage infrastructure requirements for the area to prepare a roadmap for future action.
HOW? - Detailed modelling of existing drainage systems was conducted to identify a comprehensive program for the City’s drainage infrastructure.
- Potential options were evaluated for managing stormwater drainage in the Port Credit Neighbourhood along with priorities for the implementation of the overall preferred solution, consisting of three (3) separate projects.
PORT CREDIT STORM DRAINAGE MASTER PLAN FOR REVIEW
- A key component of this Study was to consult with regulatory agencies, the public, interested stakeholders and Indigenous Peoples & Nations whose Traditional Territory the Study Area is located in.
- Two virtual Public Information Centres (PICs) were held throughout the Study process to present initial Study findings, alternatives, the preferred solution and to answer any questions.
The Storm Drainage Master Plan is being placed on the public record (project website) for review starting April 7, 2025, to May 6, 2025: https://www.mississauga.ca/projects-and-strategies/environmental-assessments/port-credit-storm-drainage-master-plan/ - Interested persons may provide written comments to the following project contacts by May 6, 2025:
Muneef Ahmad, P.Eng.
Manager, Stormwater Projects & Approvals
City of Mississauga
muneef.ahmad@mississauga.ca
Matt Senior, MASc. P.Eng.
Consultant Project Manager
WSP Canada Inc.
matt.senior@wsp.com
• Section 16 of the Environmental Assessment Act allows a person to submit a request to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks to issue an order requiring a higher level of study (i.e., requiring an individual / comprehensive EA approval before being able to proceed), or that conditions be imposed (e.g., require further studies), only on the grounds that the requested order may prevent, mitigate or remedy adverse impacts on constitutionally protected Aboriginal and treaty rights. For Master Plans, this request would be possible only for those projects identified in the Master Plan, which are subject to the Class EA process, and not the Master Plan itself. The projects recommended through Storm Drainage Master Plan (i.e., storm sewer upgrades and LIDs) are not subject to Section 16 Order Request.
The Peel Region Public Works department regularly maintains and repairs the water system to make sure you have a consistent supply of quality drinking water. Sometimes we must turn off your water supply while we do this work.
Your water will be turned off on Wednesday, April 9, from 9:00am to 5:00pm. If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.
Property owner/manager responsibilities during a water interruption
As a property owner/manager, it is your responsibility to:
- Ensure maintenance, mechanical or plumbing staff are on site during the water interruption, as it may affect internal systems that rely on water such as boilers, fire suppression, and alarms.
- Notify the fire alarm company if the interruption could affect an alarm system.
- Have a fire watch completed during the water interruption, as the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function when the water supply is shut off.
After the water interruption
When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise. We recommend removing the air by slowly turning on your taps from the lowest to the highest faucet in the building (that is, starting in the basement/first floor, and finishing on the top floor). You will likely need to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds. Run the water until it is clear, and any vibration or noise has stopped.
Important note
After the water is turned back on, we recommend checking the water meter (usually located in the basement). If it is leaking, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:
- 905-791-7800 extension 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
- 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)
If you have any questions, please contact us.
Construction Inspections
Engineering Technical Services Division
Operations Support, Public Works
Email: zzgetsdevadmin@peelregion.ca
Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 3246 / 3247 (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)
INTERRUPTION DETAILS
Date and Time: Wednesday, April 9, from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Location: 1467 Kenmuir Ave, Mississauga
Addresses Affected: 1459-1494 Kenmuir Ave
Project #: C-603376
Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka
Telephone # 437-220-8917
905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247
After a year of unprecedented weather, including flooding and extreme heat, now more than ever we must try to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Small actions at the community level can make a big difference. To recognize Earth Day on Tuesday, April 22, the City is hosting a series of Earth Days events from April 8 to June 7.
You can participate in family-friendly eco-crafts, plant trees in local parks, drop by a repair hub at Hazel McCallion Central Library to repair damaged household items or Bradley Museum to repair textiles and practice environmental stewardship by helping with a park cleanup. Get involved and learn how your actions can make Mississauga more sustainable and climate change resilient.
Event details
What
Earth Days events in Mississauga from April 8 to June 7.
Enjoy eco-crafts and a book club
- Discuss your favourite non-fiction books at the Earth Day Book Club: Let’s Talk Non-Fiction at Hazel McCallion Central Library on Tuesday, April 8 from 7 to 8 p.m.
- Enjoy family-friendly Earth Day Stories & Crafts at Cooksville Library on Saturday, April 19 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Don’t trash it, repair it
- Bring ripped or damaged clothing items to be repaired at the textile repair hub at Bradley Museum on Saturday, April 12 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Drop by the repair hub at Hazel McCallion Central Library on Saturday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with everyday items that need repair such as bicycles, electronics, clothing, toys and small appliances.
Recycle clothing and electronics
- Donate clothing and electronics at City Hall and select community centres from Monday, April 14 to Sunday, April 27.
Keep our green spaces clean
- Join Mississauga Parks staff for a group litter cleanup from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 26 at select locations.
- Or volunteer anytime to pick up litter around your community with friends, family and co-workers.
Plant trees for climate resilience
- Support the One Million Trees project by participating in tree planting events from Saturday, May 3 to Saturday, June 7 at select locations in Mississauga.
Who
All Mississauga residents interested in participating in an Earth Days event.
Where
The events take place at various locations. Registration is required for certain events. To register, visit mississauga.ca/earth-days. Repair hubs are drop in on a first-come, first-served basis.
Become a recognized Nature Steward
Nature lovers rejoice! Mississauga is launching a new program, Mississauga Nature Stewards at Home, encouraging residents to naturalize their yards to help wildlife, reduce the impacts of climate change and create a healthy, diverse ecosystem.
Residents’ yards must:
- Have at least five native plant species that support pollination
- Have native plants cover at least 75 per cent of the naturalized area
- Be free of harmful or invasive plants
- Be pesticide and herbicide free
To join the program, residents must register their naturalized yard online. Staff will review the photographs provided during registration or visit the yard to confirm that it meets the criteria. If a resident’s yard qualifies, they will receive a free yard sign recognizing their stewardship.
Learn more at mississauga.ca/earth-days.