Issues

March 29, 2021

April is tax season. Mississauga Library, in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency, is here to ease some of the uncertainty caused by tax season with free online tax workshops. This year, the COVID-19 pandemic raises additional questions surrounding taxes, including how to file if you received COVID-19 emergency benefits, such as the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), or how to claim home office expenses. The library strives to provide opportunities for education and empowerment through programs that reflect the needs and interests of Mississauga residents. This includes helping residents understand their taxes following a year that has caused financial uncertainty for many. Read More

March 26, 2021 — At yesterday’s Region of Peel Council meeting, Councillor Stephen Dasko, put forward a motion for Council’s consideration that residents be permitted two additional bags of waste to be collected as part of the bi-weekly residential waste collection, without the requirement of purchasing bag tags. This will take effect during the eight week period from May 3 until June 25, 2021. Councillor Dasko was pleased that this was passed unanimously at Regional Council. 

“Last year we witnessed an increase in spring cleaning due to the first COVID lockdown. This spring having a plan in place is crucial to allow residents to safely and easily dispose of their waste” said Councillor Dasko.

Regional Council Motion

As announced by the Government of Ontario outdoor dining is permitted with restrictions.  Mississauga’s temporary patio program and amended Temporary Use By-law allows restaurants, bars and other food and drink establishments to operate their temporary outdoor patios until December 31, 2021. Businesses can also install temporary tents/covered areas and heating devices as part of their patios, in accordance with provincial and City regulations. Read More