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Red, white and ready to celebrate Canada Day at Mississauga Celebration Square

By Stephen DaskoEvents

Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate Canada Day at Mississauga Celebration Square with friends, family, and an electric headline performance by multi-JUNO award winning, multi-platinum artist, bbno$.

Entertainment and activities | June 24, 2026

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This signature event draws more than 50,000 people each year for a free, full-day celebration for all ages. This year features live entertainment from Canadian talent, 25+ food trucks and food market vendors, interactive soccer-inspired experiences and a spectacular fireworks finale.

When:

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
4 to 10:30 p.m.

Performance schedule:

4:00 pm – DJ Jelz live spinning the Splash Party at the Fountain
6:05 pm – Sauga Sound Collective; Bombastic global beat makers at the saugaLIVE Stage
6:20 PM – Official Ceremony with Mayor Carolyn Parrish and Members of Council
6:40 pm – Freestyle Soccer Show at the North Side Stage
7:00 pm – Tedy, Pop power-house and rising star at the saugaLIVE Stage
7:30 pm – Sauga Sound Collective; Bombastic global beat makers, at the North Side Stage
8:00 pm – Aiona Santana, Latin-pop star at the saugaLIVE Stage
8:35 pm – Sauga Sound Collective x Freestyle Soccer show at the North Side Stage
9:00 pm – bbno$, rapper and viral TikTok sensation at the saugaLIVE Stage
10:00 pm – Fireworks finale presented by Tim Hortons

Where:

Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr.

Cost:

Free

More details on the City’s Canada Day ceremony and celebration can be found on the event webpage.

About the event

Canada Day at Mississauga Celebration Square is the city’s largest civic celebration, showcasing Mississauga’s diversity, creativity and community spirit. This exciting, annual event offers residents and visitors an opportunity to come together and experience performances by top Canadian artists on the saugaLIVE stage, cultural programming and shared moments of national pride.

Important information

Office and facility closures

City offices, including Mississauga City Hall, the Ontario Courthouse, 311 Citizen Contact Centre, Clerks, all libraries and community centres will be closed on Wednesday, July 1.

After-hours dispatch: for urgent help overnight or on weekends or holidays, call our after-hours dispatch at 905-615-3000. Residents can also access services via our online portal and email by visiting the City’s website. For emergencies, please call 911.

Pools and spray pads

Spray pads, the MCS wading pool and outdoor pools are open. Indoor pools are closed.

Road closures

Road closures will be in effect in the downtown core starting from 6 a.m. on June 30 through July 2 at 6 a.m. from, with expanded closures from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. on July 1. Areas impacted by the closures can be found on the Canada Day event webpage.

Parking

Paid on-street and off-street parking is in effect in the Downtown, parking is allowed in accordance with the posted signage and as outlined in the City’s Traffic By-law 555-00.

Transportation

With limited access to available parking in downtown Mississauga on Canada Day, attendees are encouraged to carpool, walk, bike or take MiWay using the trip planner to plan their destination.

MiWay will operate on a regular Sunday schedule. Routes 3, 7, 10, 17 and 23 will provide additional late evening service. Routes 3, 6 and 26 will be on detour from 6 to 11:30 p.m., due to road closures near Celebration Square for Canada Day celebrations.

Accessibility

Accessible mobility device charging stations will be available at Celebration Square on Canada Day. There is also an onsite accessible viewing area. American sign language (ASL) interpretation will be provided during the ceremony.

Fireworks

If you plan to set off fireworks at home this Canada Day, visit the City’s website for more information on using fireworks in Mississauga.

The Canada Day event at Mississauga Celebration Square has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada through the Canadian Heritage grant. The City would also like to thank all sponsors and partners involved in this year’s celebration.

Looking to celebrate Canada Day in your neighbourhood? Check out these Canada Day celebrations taking place throughout Mississauga:

For information about other exciting downtown programming, including Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026 ^tm also happening on July 1 in downtown Mississauga, click here.

Canada Day program

June 24, 2026

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Canada Day service hours at Peel Region

By Stephen DaskoResources

BRAMPTON, ON (June 24, 2026) – Peel Region offices and non-emergency services will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, for the Canada Day holiday.

The following non-emergency services will reopen on Thursday, July 2, 2026:

Service Peel counters
ServiceOntario counter
Dental Services Contact Centre and Dental Clinics
Healthy Sexuality Clinics
Family Health Call Centre
Immunization Call Centre
Baby Feeding Support Clinics
Adult Day Services (in-person and virtual)
Early Years and Child Care Services, including Child Care Subsidy
Housing Services
Ontario Works
Peel Works Harm Reduction – Mobile Vans
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)

Refer to healthy sexuality clinics for up-to-date hours.

Waste collection

Due to the Canada Day holiday, garbage, organics, and yard waste pickup scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, and Thursday, July 2, will be collected one day later. Check your collection calendar to find your pickup day or sign up to receive free waste collection reminders.

For recycling pickup information, visit Circular Materials.

Community Recycling Centres

All Community Recycling Centres will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, and will reopen on Thursday, July 2.

Emergency shelter, food, or personal support

For urgent homelessness supports, including food, supplies, referrals, and shelter, call the Street Helpline 24/7 at 1-877-848-8481. Find emergency shelter detail s, or call 905-450-1996.

Emergency Peel Living maintenance requests

For emergency Peel Living maintenance requests, call our 24-hour request line at 905-790-7335.

TransHelp

All trips for Wednesday, July 1, and Thursday, July 2, must be booked by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30.

On Wednesday, July 1 (Canada Day):

Call 905-791-1015 if you need to cancel your trip.
TransHelp will operate from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m.
The TransHelp office will be closed. Feedback, application, and payment processing will resume on Thursday, July 2.

We offer bookings up to 7 days in advance. Consider booking your next trip early to ensure your holiday travel.

If you have any questions, email transhelp@peelregion.ca or call 905-791-1015.

June 24, 2026

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JTLCA Temporary Closure for Pathway Line Painting

By Stephen DaskoAnnouncement, Parks

The planned closure of Jim Tovey Lakeview CA for pathway line painting has started today (Tues June 23) and will be closed until Friday June 26 at 5 pm.

CVC’s Parks Advisories and Park webpage has been updated with the information for visitors: https://cvc.ca/park-advisories/?filter_park=jim-tovey-lakeview-conservation-area

JTLCA re-opens this Friday at 5pm for weekend visits.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out via the online contact here.

June 23, 2026

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Momentum to Millions: Mississauga founders pitch global solutions and win big

By Stephen DaskoUncategorized

Mississauga entrepreneurs pitched solutions from education to healthcare and disaster response and more, showing how Mississauga businesses are ready to scale.

Business and innovation | June 22, 2026

At the Momentum to Millions event held on June 11, 2026, entrepreneurs did more than talk about innovation, they competed to prove it. The IDEA Mississauga Step-Up Program hosted the live pitch event at the Living Arts Centre, with support from the Black Entrepreneurship Alliance. The event brought together companies ready to grow, along with investors, partners and City leaders. Founders focused on real-world impact and walked away with funding to support their next stage.

City-run programs like Step-Up help entrepreneurs and businesses access the support, advice and networks they need to move from early traction to long-term growth. The Step-Up Program supports diverse and underrepresented entrepreneurs as they work through common barriers and prepare to scale.

A live look at scaling in action

Companies from life sciences, advanced manufacturing and technology sectors pitched their ideas to solve real-world challenges. The audience included investors, industry partners, business leaders and City of Mississauga representatives.

Founders competed for up to $20,000 in prizes, along with exposure, connections and further funding. More than a showcase, the event was a chance for high-potential companies to test their pitch, build relationships and move closer to scale.

A group of people standing on a stage.

Turning ambition into local opportunity and impact

Three entrepreneurs took home cash awards and gained momentum to grow their ideas.

Diana Al-Dajani received a $10,000 cash award for eduTechnoz, her gamified teaching platform. She created it after students told her they wanted more exciting ways to learn Arabic. Her solution makes language learning more engaging and accessible.

Mark Shenouda, PhD, took second place and a $6,000 award for Neuropeutics. The company develops therapies that extend both the length and quality of life for people living with neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

Shevonne Chin, Canada’s first woman swarm drone pilot and founder of Flik FX, received a $4,000 award. Her experience in drone technology and fireworks can turn the sky into a communication platform and can be used in disaster zones to reach out to people.

Other companies in the same IDEA Step-Up Program cohort include:

Cashtella: improving payment systems between Canada and Nigeria.
DigiBiomics: developing diagnostic and triaging solutions for respiratory conditions.
Elev8: building wearable technology to enhance performance.
Enabled Talent: using AI to connect talent and employers more fairly.
K-Will: helping families organize assets and preserve memories.
Optinum Professional Corporation: simplifying cross-border payments.
Shop3D.ca: distributing 3D printing technologies.
Travellez: streamlining business travel management.
Vuga Tech: developing an AI-powered anti-theft solution for vehicles.
Waitery: improving restaurant service and the dine-in experience.

Recognizing growth and potential

Participants gained more than funding. They also gained advice and insight.

IDEA Mississauga Awards

Former Step-Up founders receive IDEA Mississauga Awards at the recent Momentum to Millions pitch event.

A group of people hold certificates while standing on a stage. — Former Step-Up Program participants receive awards.

Former Step-Up founders returned to share their experiences, with six of the former participants receiving new IDEA Mississauga Awards. Ward 4 Councillor and Deputy Mayor John Kovac presented the awards on behalf of City Council to recognize key business milestones.

IDEA Mississauga Investor’s Choice Founder Award

The IDEA Mississauga Investor’s Choice Founder Award recognizes former Step-Up Program participants who are attracting investors, have raised $1.5 million in funding and demonstrate strong leadership to grow their businesses. The 2026 winners are:

Xatoms: An AI and quantum chemistry–driven clean technology company developing new materials to help purify water.

Kare Chemical: A biotechnology and pharmaceutical company developing methods to produce high-purity cannabinoids—compounds found in the cannabis plant—as well as other chemicals for medical use.

HDAX: A life sciences company developing treatments for complex diseases, including cancer and neurological and heart-related conditions.

IDEA Mississauga High-Growth Venture Awards

The IDEA Mississauga High-Growth Venture Award recognizes former Step-Up Program participants who have reached $1 million in annual recurring revenue and built high-growth, investment-ready companies. The 2026 winners are:

Food Mamba: A food-tech platform that makes corporate catering and event planning easier by connecting businesses with trusted restaurants and vendors.

Scooty: A mobility platform that provides shared electric scooters and bikes to make getting around cities easier.

Swiftracks: An AI and innovation platform company that helps organizations make better decisions in uncertain situations using applied AI, product systems, and step-by-step testing.

Why Mississauga works for scale-ups

Mississauga continues to grow as a hub for business.

Located in the Region’s Innovation Corridor, the city sits within North America’s second-largest technology cluster. Its diverse business community gives companies access to talent, capital and partnerships.

Events like Momentum to Millions strengthen that advantage. They connect founders with the networks they need to scale. For the founders on stage, the event was not the finish line. It was the launchpad.

About the IDEA Step-Up Program

The IDEA Step-Up Program is a six-month initiative. It helps innovative and inclusive companies grow and overcome barriers.

The program focuses on sustainability and inclusivity. It supports companies working to create both economic and social impact.

About IDEA Mississauga

IDEA Mississauga is the city’s hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. It connects local and global founders and helps businesses grow.

Its home base, the IDEA Square One Entrepreneurship Hub, is a 4,300-square-foot innovation space located inside Square One Shopping Centre. It brings start-ups, scale-ups, corporate partners and investors together.

June 22, 2026

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More MiWay service coming to Dixie GO from June 29

By Stephen DaskoTransit

Route 51 Tomken will be extended to service Dixie GO station. This will make it easier to connect to GO trains on the Milton Line and travel to Toronto.

City services | June 22, 2026

Whether you are going downtown, visiting friends or heading to work, MiWay is an economic and reliable way to travel. You can connect to GO Transit and use free transfers with your PRESTO card. Taking MiWay can help you save money on gas. Leave your car at home, avoid high fuel costs and relax on your ride. MiWay is improving service from June 29, so you can make most of the summer when visiting Toronto for work or leisure.

Route 51 Tomken extension

Route 51 Tomken will be extended to service Dixie GO Station. This makes it easier to transfer to the Milton Line GO train.

You can board Route 51 at Platform 4 (stop #3461) at Dixie GO station. Service on this route will also improve on Saturdays.

Adjusting service based on ridership

MiWay closely monitors ridership on each route to ensure services are aligned with demand. When fewer customers use a route, service levels are adjusted accordingly, which may result in less frequent bus service. This allows resources to be reallocated to busier routes, helping to improve capacity and reduce overcrowding. As part of this approach, the following routes will operate at a reduced frequency:

7 Airport: On Saturdays, between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., buses will come every 25 minutes instead of every 20 to 22 minutes.
17 Hurontario: On weekdays, between 7 and 11 p.m., buses will come every 20 minutes instead of every 14 minutes.
57/57A Courtneypark: On weekdays, in the morning (5 to 8:30 a.m.) and afternoon (1:30 to 6 p.m.) buses will come every 14 minutes instead of every 12 minutes. Two extra westbound trips will be added at 3:58 p.m. and 4:56 p.m. to reduce crowding.

Summer school service

Regular school routes (300-series) will not run during the summer. Instead, there will be six summer school routes and additional trips on existing routes, operating from July 6 to 31. Summer schools will be served by these routes:

Father Michael Goetz Catholic Secondary School: Route 28 Confederation.
Philip Pocock Catholic Secondary School: Routes 51 Tomken and 371 Philip Pocock SS.
Rick Hansen Secondary School: Routes 356 Rick Hansen SS and 376 Rick Hansen SS.
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School: Routes 9 Rathburn, 373 Joan of Arc SS and 374 Joan of Arc SS.
St. Martin Catholic Secondary School: Routes 4 North Service Road and 375 St. Martin SS.

Regular secondary school service will return on Tuesday, September 8.

Schedule adjustments

MiWay will adjust schedules on some routes to keep service running on time as traffic and customer demand change. More updates may come later.

Visit miway.ca for full details and to plan your trip.

Need help planning your trip on MiWay? Please contact Customer Service at 905-615-4636.

June 22, 2026

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Peel Public Health investigating exposure related to confirmed case of measles

By Stephen DaskoAnnouncement

BRAMPTON, Ont. – June 21, 2026. Peel Public Health (PPH) is investigating exposure related to a confirmed case of measles.

The public may have been exposed to the measles virus on June 13, 2026, during the following flights or at this location:

Flight ET552 Addis Ababa to Toronto and Air Canada AC410 Toronto to Montreal
Terminal 1, Pearson International Airport (6301 Silver Dart Dr., Mississauga, ON L5P 1B2) between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. ET.

Exposure guidance

Peel Public Health directly contacts people who were at exposure sites if possible. PPH advises anyone who was at these sites or thinks they have been exposed to measles to do the following:

Check their immunization record to confirm they and their family members are up to date with measles vaccinations (MMR or MMRV). Those who are unsure can check with their health care provider. Two doses are generally recommended for anyone born in or after 1970. In general, those born before 1970 are considered protected against measles.
Anyone experiencing measles symptoms (see below) should contact their health care provider, or if not available, their local public health unit as soon as possible to get advice. Do not attend work or school. Before going to see your health care provider, inform them you may have been in contact with someone who has measles.

About measles

Measles is a highly contagious disease that spreads easily to those who are not immunized or have not previously had measles.

Measles symptoms begin 7-21 days after infection and may include:

High fever
Cough
Runny nose
Red, watery eyes (conjunctivitis, i.e. pink eye), sensitivity to light
Red rash lasting 4 to 7 days (starting on the face and spreading downward)

The situation in Peel

The risk of getting measles in Peel is low, but it is still important to stay informed.
Peel Public Health continues to monitor the situation in Peel and investigates every new case.

For questions, call Peel Public Health at 905-799-7700 / 1-888-919-7800 (toll-free). Phones are answered from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.

For more information about the measles situation across Ontario, please visit Measles Exposures in Ontario | Public Health Ontario.

June 22, 2026

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JACKALOPE action sports festival brings world-class thrills back to Mississauga

By Stephen DaskoEvents

Don’t miss three days of free, high-energy action sports, live entertainment and family-friendly fun in the Square One parking lot from July 10 to 12.

Tourism | June 19, 2026

Get ready for an adrenaline-filled weekend in the heart of the city. JACKALOPE Mississauga returns to Mississauga’s downtown from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12, bringing together elite athletes, action sports competitions, live entertainment, food and festival experiences for residents and visitors of all ages. This free, three-day action sports festival will transform the Square One Shopping Centre parking lot into an outdoor sports event venue featuring world-class skateboarding, BMX, calisthenics, Moto X demos, food, music, pop-up activations and more. Visitors of all ages can participate with a climbing wall, a mini ramp, and a mini-skatepark.

Presented by JACKALOPE and made possible by Visit Mississauga, the event continues to build Mississauga’s reputation as a destination for major events, sport tourism and unforgettable summer experiences.

Event details

What

JACKALOPE Mississauga action sports festival

When

Friday, July 10 at noon (12 p.m.) to Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 8 p.m.

Where

Downtown Mississauga: Square One Shopping Centre – P3 Parking lot (near City Centre Drive and Duke of York Boulevard)
100 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga, ON

The event has moved from Mississauga Celebration Square this year, to accommodate the City’s Watch the World Play, Watch Parties.

Cost

Free admission for spectators and visitors, all weekend long.

What to expect

Street and vert skateboarding competitions featuring top athletes from around the world
Moto X demos
BMX, live entertainment and DJ sets
Food vendors, pop-up shops, brand activations and festival experiences

This year’s street course is designed to look like an airport runway. With fun details such as a baggage carousel, airport-themed obstacles and a large departure board, the course is a playful nod to Canada’s largest and busiest airport, YYZ, located in Mississauga.

Event-goers are encouraged to plan ahead and arrive early as the downtown core is expected to be busy throughout the weekend.

Why this is exciting for Mississauga

Major events like JACKALOPE Mississauga bring people into Mississauga, support local tourism and businesses, and give residents more ways to experience the city’s downtown. The festival also creates a stage for athletes, artists and fans to connect through sport, creativity and shared public space.

With free admission and a full weekend of programming, JACKALOPE gives families, sports fans and visitors a chance to experience one of the world’s biggest action sports festivals close to home.

For more information visit JACKALOPE Mississauga.

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“JACKALOPE brings incredible energy to Mississauga and gives residents and visitors a front-row seat to world-class action sports. Events like this bring our downtown alive, support our local economy and show why Mississauga is a destination for unforgettable experiences.” – Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish

“JACKALOPE is exactly the kind of high-impact event that shows people what makes Mississauga such a destination for events, festivals and sports. Since 2024, JACKALOPE has brought together world-class sport, culture, food and entertainment, creating memorable experiences for residents and visitors. We invite everyone to come and look forward to another unforgettable year of energy, excitement and activity.” – Victoria Clarke, CEO, Visit Mississauga

About JACKALOPE

JACKALOPE, a TRIBU property, was created in Montréal, Québec in 2012 to shine a spotlight on action sports and create opportunities for communities to come together and celebrate their passion. Since then, thousands of Canadian and international athletes have participated in and made the festival their own. Stars have been born at JACKALOPE, and many of its disciplines are now represented at the Olympic Games.

Visit Mississauga

Visit Mississauga is the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for the City of Mississauga. The organization is industry-led and responsible for developing a tourism strategy and leading tourism marketing and development efforts for the destination. With a mandate of implementing the City of Mississauga’s Tourism Master Plan, Visit Mississauga is committed to promoting local businesses and co-ordinating large-scale events within the city. To learn more about Visit Mississauga or other exciting events coming to Mississauga, go to www.visitmississauga.ca

JACKALOPE 2025 photos are available for download at Media – Jackalope

June 19, 2026

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The Open Window Hub BBQ brings community together to support unhoused individuals

By Stephen DaskoEvents, Resources

Celebrate community with a free lunch and learn about services available for people who are unhoused and what you can do to help.

City services | June 19, 2026

Kick off summer with food, fun and community at the sixth annual Open Window Hub BBQ! All are welcome to join us on June 24, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Mississauga Valley Community Centre Park Pavilions. This event is part of the City’s ongoing work to provide services and raise awareness of community support for those who are unhoused.

The Open Window Hub is hosted by Mississauga Library and supports the Future Directions: Library Plan. It supports City initiatives to serve vulnerable residents in our community and to connect residents to vital supports. The hub provides access to technology and services to help foster inclusion, well-being and a sense of belonging.

At the event, drop by to pick up a complimentary lunch and connect with neighbours as you learn more about people who are unhoused in our community. Take part in family-friendly activities, pick up essential resources and even get a free haircut.

Meet the Open Window Hub team and 42 partner organizations to learn more about the services they provide for the community. This year’s partners and sponsors include:

Region of Peel Housing
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Street Outreach
Peel Regional Police Divisional Mobilization Unit (DMU)
Wellfort Community Health Services
The Compass Food Bank
Coca-Cola
Hanes
and more!

If you know someone who is unhoused or struggling with mental health challenges, you can find resources and support at this event or by visiting the Open Window Hub at Hazel McCallion Central Library.

Event Details

What

Join us rain or shine for the Open Window Hub BBQ. Enjoy a free lunch and opportunity to connect with local community agencies offering support services in Mississauga.

When

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where

Mississauga Valley Community Centre, Park Pavilions A & B
1275 Mississauga Valley Blvd, Mississauga

Who

This is an all-ages event open to residents, families and anyone who is interested in learning more about support services for unhoused people and mental health resources in Mississauga.

Cost

Free

About Open Window Hub

The Open Window Hub is a resource and information centre dedicated to empowering unhoused individuals and families, and those experiencing mental health challenges in Mississauga. It is hosted by Mississauga Library. In 2024, the Open Window Hub helped connect 1,952 people to housing support and 1,081 to health services.

On-site services:

Free light snacks.
Lunch on Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 12 p.m.
Connection to housing, mental health, employment and other resources.
Access to Wi-Fi and computers.

Location and hours

Hazel McCallion Central Library, 2^nd floor
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Contact information:

For Open Window Hub call 905-615-3200 ext. 3541 (Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm).
For 24/7 Region of Peel Street Helpline call 1-877-848-8481.
For immediate or emergency help, call 911.

June 19, 2026

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Reel in summer fun: Cast a line at Family Fishing Day

By Stephen DaskoEvents, Parks, Ward 1

Bring the family, learn new skills and spend a summer day by the water at Family Fishing Day on July 5.

Entertainment and activities | June 18, 2026

Angling to try something new this summer? The City’s Family Fishing Day event and Ontario’s Learn to Fish program are both returning to Mississauga. Whether you fish every weekend or you’ve never held a fishing rod before, you’re welcome to join. Both events are a great way to try fishing, hear from experts and learn how to fish responsibly, all while enjoying the outdoors in Mississauga.

Fishing is for everyone. It helps you stay active, spend time in nature and learn more about local waterways and wildlife. It can also be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels.

Family Fishing Day

Grab your fishing poles, nets and tackle boxes and come out to Lakefront Promenade on Sunday, July 5 for a day of fun and fishing.

Fishing and conservation experts will be at the event to share tips on how to fish responsibly and protect Ontario’s waterways. The event will focus on responsible fishing, conservation efforts and pollution prevention. Participants will also learn about simple actions to help keep Mississauga’s lakes and rivers healthy for wildlife, recreation and future generations.

If you’ve never fished before, this is a perfect time to try it out. No fishing licence is needed during Family Fishing Week (June 27 to July 5, 2026).

This event is free, open to all ages and no registration is required to attend the event.

The Learn to Fish program will also be taking place at the event. A limited number of spots will be available for the Learn to Fish program and registration is required. Registering for the Learn to Fish program will allow you to borrow a fishing rod.

Who

All ages and experience levels are welcome. This event is perfect for families, first-timers and anyone who wants to learn more about fishing or gain more experience.

When

Sunday, July 5, 2026
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where
Lakefront Promenade
Parking is available at 155 Lakefront Promenade. Please meet at the spray pad for the event.

Learn more about Family Fishing Day.

Learn to Fish program

If you’re interested in expanding your fishing knowledge, explore the Learn to Fish program. This free program teaches new anglers ages six and up how to fish in Ontario. Provided by the Government of Ontario, it combines a one-hour practical teaching session (equipment use, fish species identification, safety and Ontario recreational fishing regulations) with one hour of supervised hands-on fishing.

Participants learn how to rig, bait and cast a line, identify and catch local fish species, and fish safely and sustainably. All equipment is provided, including a fishing rod, bait, lifejacket and a fishing licence to take part in the program.

Join sessions in Mississauga at Lakefront Promenade from June 19 to August 23. Spots are limited and registration is required. Anyone under 18 must be with a parent or guardian.

Learn more about the Learn to Fish program and register online.

Fishing in Mississauga

If you’re looking for more places to fish in Mississauga, consider visiting the Meadowvale Conservation Area, Streetsville Memorial Park, Riverwood and Erindale Park.

Dispose of waste properly

When you’re done fishing, it’s important to collect all your hooks, fishing lines and any other equipment or packaging.

When throwing out fishing line, use a fishing line recycling tube. They are located near fishing areas along the lakefront. Proper disposal helps protect wildlife and keep waterways clean.

Be mindful of others

Always be careful when casting your line so it doesn’t harm people or wildlife.
When choosing fishing gear, look for sinkers and weights that are lead-free, as lead is toxic for wildlife.
If you come across an injured animal, please call Animal Services at 905-896-5858.

June 18, 2026

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Notification of herbicide application for the control of hazardous plants

By Stephen DaskoParks, Ward 1

This is to notify you of upcoming herbicide application to control Wild Parsnip beginning June 22nd, 2026 at J.C. Saddington Park.

Contractors working on behalf of the City, Brinkman & Associates Reforestation Ltd., will apply VisionMax (Glyphosate) directly to the plants using a handheld/backpack sprayer to minimize impacts to plants in the surrounding area. Notification signs will be posted at all access points to the spray area at least 24 hours prior to treatment and will be removed no less than 48 hours after treatment. Treatment should be completed within 1 week, but the timelines may be extended as needed depending on weather conditions.

This work supports the City’s Invasive Species Management Program and improves the health of natural areas across the City.

June 18, 2026

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Mississauga park renamed to honour fallen police officer

By Stephen DaskoAnnouncement, Parks

Indian Gate Park will be renamed Constable Marc Pinizzotto Park in memory of a former Mississauga resident who died in the line of duty.

Local government | June 18, 2026

Mississauga is honouring the life and service of Constable Marc Pinizzotto by renaming a park near his childhood home in Lorne Park.

At a Special Council meeting on June 17, Mayor Carolyn Parrish introduced a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Mahoney, a member of the Peel Police Service Board, to rename Indian Gate Park to Constable Marc Pinizzotto Park. Council passed the motion unanimously.

The park, located at 1415 Indian Rd. will serve as a lasting tribute to Pinizzotto’s connection to Mississauga and public service. City staff will update the park signage and unveil it at an upcoming event in the coming weeks. The renamed park will give the Pinizzotto family and residents a permanent place to remember Pinizzotto’s service, sacrifice and connection to Mississauga.

Aerial view of Indian Gate Park, to be renamed Constable Marc Pinizzotto Park

About Constable Marc Pinizzotto

Born and raised in Mississauga, Pinizzotto was fatally shot on June 11, 2026, while on duty with the Toronto Police Service Emergency Task Force in North York, executing a search warrant. He served 18 years with the Toronto Police Service.

Outside of policing, Pinizzotto gave back to his community by coaching and mentoring young hockey players in neighbouring communities, including Oakville and Burlington. A former elite hockey player who grew up in the local hockey community, he played in the Ontario Junior Hockey League and professionally in Germany before joining the police.

Quotes

“Mississauga mourns the loss of Constable Marc Pinizzotto, a proud Mississauga native whose life was defined by service to others. I’m grateful to my Council colleagues for their support in renaming this park in his honour, a tribute his family deeply appreciated when we first spoke. With deep ties to this neighbourhood, the renamed park is a fitting tribute to his legacy, which will live on in a place so closely connected to his childhood and family.” – Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish

“Policing is about duty and public safety. Officers like Constable Marc Pinizzotto often put themselves in harm’s way to protect others. They do so with courage and dedication. As a representative on the Peel Police Service Board, I believe it’s important that we recognize those who serve in meaningful ways. This tribute to Constable Pinizzotto not only honours his life, but also reflects the gratitude our community holds for all those who serve.” – Deputy Mayor Matt Mahoney

June 18, 2026

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Construction season ramps up across Mississauga

By Stephen DaskoConstruction, Resources

The City is investing more than $170 million in its transportation and stormwater system this construction season.

City services | June 18, 2026

The 2026 construction season has begun. Residents and visitors will see crews at work across Mississauga, improving public spaces and systems people rely on. The City plans to spend about $170 million on more than 30 new projects and seven ongoing projects from 2025. Crews will repair and maintain existing roads, bridges and trails. They will also work to restore creeks and stormwater ponds. Some new projects will also begin, such as building a new pumping station, traffic signals and cycle paths. This work will help keep roads, bridges and other city spaces in good shape and ready for future growth.

Mississauga’s infrastructure includes things you can see, like roads, sidewalks and bridges. It also includes less obvious things, such as stormwater pipes and traffic signals. These projects help support daily life and activities in Mississauga.

2026 construction season highlights

Getting around safely

The City wants people to travel safely, whether you drive, bike, walk or use a mobility device. Mississauga continues to invest in safe and reliable ways to get around.

Key projects include:

Upgrading traffic signals at Confederation Parkway and Square One Drive.
Adding a new left turn lane and signals, and general repairs to an intersection on Winston Churchill Boulevard.
Repairing the Aquitaine Avenue pedestrian bridge and retaining wall.
Adding new multi-use paths and boulevard cycle tracks across Mississauga at several locations.
Repairing sidewalks and adding tactile plates (raised surfaces) at intersections.

Flood mitigation

The City is working to reduce flooding, protect public spaces and neighbourhoods and keep wildlife safe. This includes maintaining systems that control rainwater and fixing soil erosion areas.

Key projects include:

Building a new pumping station on Osprey Boulevard.
Dredging and restoring ponds at Dixie and Tomken Transitway, Osprey Marsh, Silken Laumann and Britannia Road and Central Parkway Station.
Fixing erosion along Cooksville, Credit River, Etobicoke, Mimico and Sawmill creeks.
Repairing the bridge at Burnhamthorpe West over Mullet Creek.

Road resurfacing, repairs and widening

A major road widening project will also start in 2026 on Ninth Line. The road will be widened to four lanes, with new sidewalks, drainage and bike lanes.

The City’s Road Resurfacing Program includes replacing asphalt and repairing curbs and sidewalks when needed. This year, the City is resurfacing 38 roads, totalling almost 21 kilometres.

When a street is being resurfaced, crews may also work on nearby sidewalks, boulevards and City-owned parts of driveways.

For more information

Visit mississauga.ca/construction to see the construction map and project details.
Speak with the City’s Field Ambassador about work on your street.
Call 311 (905-615-4311 if outside city limits) for general construction questions.

*Budget is subject to change based on tender schedule and prices.

Learn more about City infrastructure and why it is important for the City to maintain them.

June 18, 2026

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