BRAMPTON, Ont. – April 21, 2026. Peel is offering residents free confidential paper shredding at select Community Recycling Centres (CRCs) on the following dates:
- May 9: Bolton CRC
- May 23: Fewster CRC
- May 30: Heart Lake CRC
Paper shredding on these dates will be available during the regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Residents can bring unbound paper documents such as taxes, bills, income statements, and personal information.
To keep traffic moving efficiently, visitors will not be able to stay and watch their documents being shredded, and a drop-off limit of 12 Banker Boxes per vehicle applies.
Along with your papers, we encourage residents to bring non-perishable food items to donate to a local food bank. Regular fees apply to all other items brought to the CRC for disposal.
The Mississauga Library and One eRead Canada are offering unlimited eBook and audiobook access for a Canadian bestseller in April.
City services | April 20, 2026
Book lovers can join a nationwide reading experience this month at the Mississauga Library. The library has partnered with One eRead Canada, a digital book club that brings readers and libraries together across Canada.
During April, the library is offering unlimited eBook and audiobook checkouts of the award-winning novel “What I Know About You (Ce que je sais de toi)” by Éric Chacour, translated from French by Pablo Strauss. This is a heartbreaking story of family and an impossible love, torn apart by secrets and tradition in late twentieth-century Cairo. Readers can borrow the book instantly through the library’s online catalogue to read or listen on a tablet, phone or audio device.
The program invites readers to journey behind the text with a free online talk with the author. The talk will be streamed live across Canada in English on the Mississauga Library’s YouTube channel.
Details
What
Borrow “What I Know About You” in both eBook and audiobook formats during the month of April. Readers can then join an online talk with author Éric Chacour and translator Pablo Strauss, hosted by Antonio M. Downing of CBC’s “The Next Chapter.”
Who
Mississauga Library cardholders can instantly borrow unlimited eBook and audiobook copies during the month of April. Sign up for a virtual library card on the Mississauga Library website.
Anyone can attend the online author talk.
Where
Streamed live on the Mississauga Library YouTube channel
When
April 30, 2026, starting at 7 p.m.
Why it matters
Libraries often pay excessively high prices to provide eBooks and audiobooks for borrowing. One eRead Canada is a project of the Canadian Urban Libraries Council. During April, it provides free and unlimited access to a chosen eBook and audiobook. It helps show how libraries play a critical role in supporting Canadian publishers by helping readers find new stories and authors.
One eRead Canada’s annual campaign brings attention to high digital book prices and supports change. This work supports the Mississauga Library’s goal to encourage reading and make books more accessible, as outlined in the Library Future Directions Plan.
Tune into the Budget Committee meeting by joining in person or watch the livestream online on April 22 at 1 p.m. to stay informed about key financial reports and updates.
City services | April 17, 2026
Review the Budget Committee agenda
Watch the Livestream (April 22 at 1 p.m.)
Budget Committee agenda
City staff will present the following reports:
- 2025 Year End Financial Report and Quarter 1 Update as at March 31, 2026
- Capital Works in Progress (WIP) Update as at December 31, 2025
- 2025 Year End Reserves and Reserve Funds Report
- 2025 Annual Grants Report
Staff will also outline the proposed timeline for deliberations on the 2027 Budget. The proposed 2027 Budget will be available in January 2027.
What
The Budget Committee is a standing committee of the City of Mississauga Council. It is responsible for reviewing, recommending and approving the City’s operating and capital budgets. The committee also reviews relevant reports that reflect the City’s overall financial position.
Who
Mississauga residents, businesses and community groups are welcome to attend the meeting in person or follow along online.
Where
Mississauga City Hall – Council Chamber, second floor
300 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga, ON
Why it matters
The City shares budget and financial information openly so residents can understand how decisions are made. The reports also reflect the City’s financial standing and show how tax dollars are used to fund everyday services that residents rely on. This includes services like fire services, MiWay transit, libraries, roads and infrastructure, parks, trails and support for small businesses.
Looking ahead
The full schedule of meetings is available online on the Council and Committees Calendar Listings page. If you miss a live meeting, you can always watch it at a later time as all Budget Committee meetings are recorded and made live for the public.
Sport plays a vital role in connecting people and communities in Mississauga, unifying a diverse population by turning play into a shared sense of belonging. A League of Our Own celebrates team sports and shares the stories of local athletes and coaches. This exhibition will be on display at the Museums of Mississauga’s Adamson Estate from April 23 to September 6. It is a chance to experience a variety of artifacts tied to Mississauga’s sporting history, including sports uniforms, and Rikén:å – Little Brother – a unique art piece which embodies the lived experiences of a Mohawk lacrosse athlete. Through interactive experiences, visitors are invited to be a part of the action and reflect on their own memories involving sport.
A League of Our Own was developed by Randa Bustami,
Emily Owen, Portia Piasentin, and Ankush Sood as part of the Faculty of Information’s Museum Studies Capstone Projects course, in consultation with Dr. Irina D. Mihalache.
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Special dates and programs:
April 22, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm – Member’s Preview Night
As a member of the Museums of Mississauga, be the first to experience our newest exhibition exploring team sports in Mississauga. Through artifacts, interactive experiences, and community voices, discover how sport brings people together while shaping connection and belonging across the city. Join us on April 22 for an exclusive members’ preview night.
April 25, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm – Exhibition Opening Event
Join us to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition, A League of Our Own, at this free, family-friendly event. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, explore the exhibition, and meet the student curators behind the project. The exhibition will officially open with remarks from Councillor Dasko at 11:30 am.
Get Involved! – Community Dialogue Session: From Engagement to Action
The City of Mississauga is hosting the final session in their Community Dialogue Series. Join them to learn about progress on the Climate Change Action Plan update, what was heard from the community last year, and how that feedback is driving their next big moves. This session is offered both in-person and virtually. Anyone who lives, works, or plays in Mississauga can participate!
Dates and Locations:
April 17 | 12pm – 1pm | Virtual | Register here
April 22 | 6pm – 7pm | Hazel McCallion Central Library (Program Room 3B) | Register here
The community is invited to celebrate a day filled with activities and to check out the new park amenities.
Entertainment and activities | April 15, 2026
The community can tour the sports park, participate in various family games and activities, partake in an official ceremony and the day’s festivities.
Phase two park amenities include:
- A lit cricket pitch with an artificial turf infield and wicket, bleacher seating and batting cage
- Multi-purpose artificial turf field for field hockey and soccer
- An indoor, covered tennis facility with seven courts for tennis and pickleball, delivered in partnership with Premier Racquet Club
- Natural areas and a stormwater management pond
- Shaded pavilions, a picnic event space and trail system that includes a multi‑use trail loop with fitness stations
Event details
What
Opening of Mattamy Sports Park – phase two development
When
Saturday, April 18, 2026
1 to 4 p.m. (Ceremony will take place at 1 p.m.)
Please note: this is a rain or shine event, please dress according to weather conditions.
Where
Mattamy Sports Park
5320 Ninth Line
Mississauga, ON
Cost
Free
Parking is limited, however, there are available options nearby at the Churchill Meadows Community Centre.
Mississauga is gearing up to celebrate the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in a way that reflects the City’s passion, diversity and love of sport.
Entertainment and activities | April 8, 2026
The tournament will be hosted by Canada, the United States and Mexico, and runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Forty‑eight teams, including Canada, will compete in 104 matches across North America, including games in Toronto. The City expects strong community interest and excitement across Mississauga.
Hosting Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026™
City of Mississauga is excited to host a stop on the Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026TM tour in partnership with Visit Mississauga, as announced earlier today. Taking place on July 1 in downtown Mississauga, there will be lots happening in the heart of the city this Canada Day. This one‑day event will attract visitors and fans from across the country to watch the tournament, participate in soccer-themed festivities and enjoy the jubilation of the game.
This tour stop will showcase Mississauga on a national stage and add to the City’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ plans.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates to come, including the match schedule and city-wide celebrations. For additional details, please visit the saugaLIVE website in the coming weeks as plans are finalized.
Mississauga has a fantastic series of poetic programs lined up for writers and residents during the month of April.
Entertainment and activities | April 2, 2026
The City of Mississauga is committed to celebrating cultural diversity and experiences, including fostering its creative sectors. Initiatives like Poetry Month is one of many key actions the City is taking to help promote literacy and lifelong learning, while helping to elevate the status of arts and culture within the community. This builds upon the Future Directions Culture and Library Plans, and Prosper and Belong Strategic Pillars for Change.
The Poet and Youth Poet Laureates – the City’s literary ambassadors – use their creativity through literary arts to bring value to residents and those around them, and have provided input in this year’s Poetry Month programming.
From Mississauga’s annual Poetry Slam to open mic nights and workshops, there is a wide range of activities for everyone to enjoy.
Open Mic Night
Thursday, April 2, 2026
6 to 8 p.m.
Hazel McCallion Central Library – Makerspace Stage
Share some verses with the City’s current Poet Laureate, Andrea Josic, and Youth Poet Laureate, Tahira Rajwani. They will begin the evening with a Poetry and Performance workshop before inviting poets to the stage.
Collage Poetry Workshop
Thursday, April 9, 2026
6 to 8 p.m.
Living Arts Centre – Gallery Studio
Join the City’s Youth Poet Laureate, Tahira Rajwani, in exploring the world of collage poetry. Compose your own poem through assembling and arranging existing text from magazines and newspapers to create a visual poetry piece. Participants are encouraged to bring a piece of text or photo that they would like to incorporate into their work. Reserve your spot for Collage Poetry.
Poetry and Paint Workshop
Thursday, April 16, 2026
6 to 8 p.m.
Living Arts Centre – Gallery Studio
Join the City’s Poet Laureate, Andrea Josic, for an evening of guided poetry and painting. Participants will be led through a series of brief, beginner-friendly writing exercises, followed by a painting session to create images inspired by their words. This is also the time to share and connect with others. All materials will be provided. Reserve your spot for Poetry and Paint.
Seventh Annual Poetry Slam
Thursday, April 23, 2026
6 to 8 p.m.
Hazel McCallion Central Library – Noel Ryan Auditorium
Mississauga’s Poetry Slam returns for its seventh year! Watch young literary talents in the community perform original poetry and spoken word submissions in a family-friendly contest. Reserve your seat for the Poetry Slam.
Looking to participate? If you’re a Mississauga-based artist between the ages of 14 and 24, you can complete a submission package to be considered to perform. Submissions close on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Odes Poetry Workshop
Thursday, April 30, 2026
6 to 8 p.m.
Living Arts Centre – Screening Room
Join the City’s Youth Poet Laureate, Tahira Rajwani, for a Poetry Workshop focused on odes inspired by the people, places or things we hold dear. This workshop will consist of poetry writing and an optional sharing portion. Register today for Odes.
More to enjoy
The City will recognize its incoming sixth Poet Laureate at the General Committee meeting on April 8. This honourary position recognizes an outstanding local poet who has written on themes that are relevant to the residents of Mississauga. They will serve a two-year term from 2026 to 2028, acting as a literary ambassador to help elevate the status of poetry, literary arts and young writers in our community.
Find your muse at the Mississauga Library with a wide range of Poetry Month-themed programs and Storytimes.
Looking for a place to start your poetic journey? The library is here to help with a curated list of recommended reads from fun rhymes and witty haikus to thought-provoking verses, and more.
Do your part to reduce waste and help care for Mississauga’s green spaces. Learn how the City is updating its Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP) to meet more aggressive goals for reduced emissions.
Environment | April 2, 2026
To recognize Earth Day, an annual event to promote environmental protection, on Wednesday, April 22, the City is hosting a series of themed events, called Earth Days, from April 13 to June 6. Participate in family-friendly eco-crafts or plant trees in local parks. Restore damaged items at a repair hub and provide your feedback on climate change actions at in-person and virtual sessions.
Event details
What
Earth Days events taking place across Mississauga from April 13 to June 6.
Provide feedback on the City’s climate change strategy
Join us for the final session in the Community Dialogue Series to learn about progress on the CCAP update. Learn about what we heard from the community last year and how that feedback is driving the next action plan.
- Register for the virtual session from 12 to 1 p.m. on Friday, April 17.
- Register for the in-person session from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22 at Hazel McCallion Central Library.
Earth Days programs
Visit Port Credit Library on Saturday, April 25 for an afternoon of Earth Day activities. Enjoy family-friendly Earth Day Stories & Crafts from 1 to 2 p.m. Learn about How Trees Communicate: The World of Mycorrhizal Connections from 3 to 4 p.m. Visit the Mississauga Master Gardener’s Advice Table from 2 to 4 p.m.
Enjoy family-friendly Earth Day Stories & Crafts from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 18 at Clarkson Library.
Watch a screening of The Lorax from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, April 20 at Noel Ryan Auditorium in Hazel McCallion Central Library.
Participate in Earth Day themed Storytime Programs throughout the week of April 20 to 25 at the Hazel McCallion Central Library.
Join a family drop-in activity
Dig into a fun hands-on Bloom Drops activity from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22 at Lakeview Library.
Nurture your green thumb with a family drop-in Earth Day activity from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 25 at Mississauga Valley Library.
Join a family drop-in Earth Day activity from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 25 at Meadowvale Library.
Don’t trash it, repair it
Drop by the repair hub from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, in the Makerspace at Hazel McCallion Central Library with everyday items that need repair. This includes bicycles, electronics, clothing, toys and small appliances. These are drop-in sessions on a first-come, first-served basis.
Have experience repairing bicycles, electronics, clothing, toys and small appliances? The City is looking for volunteers to help repair broken items and extend its life. Learn more, give back to the community and bring awareness to waste reduction.
Recycle clothing, electronics and used vape products
Donate clothing and electronics from Monday, April 13 to Sunday, April 26 at City Hall and all open community centres.
Starting April 20, as part of a first-of-its-kind pilot program in Ontario, you can drop off used vape products in a collection box at Hazel McCallion Central Library, Meadowvale Community Centre or Mississauga Valley Community Centre. Eligible products include single-use vape devices, rechargeable vape devices and vape cartridges and pods.
Keep our green spaces clean
Join Mississauga Parks staff for a group litter clean-up on Wednesday, April 22 or Saturday, April 25 at select locations.
You can also 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, April 18 to Saturday, June 6 at select locations.
The City will host a tree giveaway for Mississauga residents from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, at the City’s facility located at 3240 Mavis Rd. Residents can register to receive one free native tree or shrub to plant in their yard.
Who
All Mississauga residents interested in taking part 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.
New reusable cup pilot program
Starting April 20, a new reusable cup pilot program will be available at C Cafe on the first floor of City Hall, where customers can ask for a reusable cup or bring their own and save 10 cents on coffee or tea.
Here’s how the program works:
- Ask for a reusable cup when ordering a coffee or tea.
- After you’ve finished your drink look for the purple cup return bin inside C Cafe or by the tower elevators.
- Empty any remaining liquid from the cup into the drain side of the bin.
- Place the empty cup and lid in the return hole of the bin.
The collected cups will be washed, sanitized and reused.
Your actions matter. Participate in Earth Days events and activities to make a difference in your community and support the City’s broader efforts to reduce emissions and build climate resilience.