Apply to be the Youth Poet Laureate

By Announcement, Youth
 

The City of Mississauga will recognize its fifth Youth Poet Laureate in 2025. The role of the Youth Poet Laureate is to serve as a literary ambassador for youth in the City of Mississauga and to elevate the status of poetry, literary arts and young writers within their communities.

This honorary position recognizes a young poet who writes excellent poetry or spoken word and has written on themes that are relevant to the citizens of Mississauga.

Candidates must be current Mississauga residents.

Term and Payment

The Youth Poet Laureate will serve a 24 month term beginning in April 2025 and will receive a $3,000 honorarium paid in 6 instalments throughout the term.

Additional project funding of $1000 is available to support the execution of a Youth Poet Laureate event or project.

Submissions

Submissions will be accepted between February 12 and March 9, 2025

Review the submission guidelines (pdf).

Contact

For more information about the Youth Poet Laureate program email eldiana.begovic@mississauga.ca.

February 28, 2025
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Official Plan – Planning and Development Committee Meeting – Monday March 24th 6:00 p.m.

By Planning & Development

Thank you for your continued support of the Official Plan. In case you missed it, you can access the presentation slides through this link, and a copy of the boards through this link.

The City is now finalizing the review of the Official Plan and is seeking Council’s adoption of the resulting new Mississauga Official Plan 2051 (MOP 2051).  Staff will present a recommendation report at the Planning and Development Committee Meeting on March 24, 2025, at 6:00 PM. To view the public notice please click here.

Planning and Development Committee Meeting
Date: Monday, March 24, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Online and Mississauga Civic Centre, Council Chamber, 300 City Centre Drive
Agenda will be posted on the website closer to the meeting date

This meeting will be held in person and online. Advance registration is required to make a verbal submission at the meeting virtually. Advance registration is preferred to make a verbal submission at the meeting in person. The proceedings will be streamed live online for the public to view at the following link: http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/cityhall/council-and-committee-videos.

February 28, 2025
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Temporary night flight schedule

By Issues

Please be informed of a potential adjustment to Toronto Pearson’s regular operations following last week’s Delta Airlines flight 4819 incident.

To address a backlog of cancelled and delayed flights resulting from the five-day shutdown of Runway 05/23, Transport Canada has given Toronto Pearson temporary permission to fly some additional nighttime flights to return us to full operations, if needed.

At this time, we are prioritizing day-time operations and are not anticipating any significant increase to our night flight schedule.

However, should residents have concerns about noise during restricted hours, there are a number of ways they can engage us:

  • Phone: Call 416-247-7682 to ask questions or share concerns
  • Insightful Online Portal: This easy-to-use online resource allows you to access information about noise management and learn more about aircraft operations.
  • Noise Complaint Form: Submit up to 50 noise complaints simultaneously via the online form.
February 28, 2025
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The Credits – Nominate Mississauga’s Heritage Champions Now!

By Announcement, Events

Glitz, Glamour & Greatness – Honouring Mississauga’s Heritage Champions

Heritage Mississauga is thrilled to announce that nominations for The Credits 2025 are officially open! This year, we’re turning back the clock to the dazzling Roaring 20s – where jazz ruled the airwaves, flappers danced the Charleston, and Art Deco glamour reigned supreme.

Now’s your chance to recognize the individuals, groups, and organizations who have preserved, promoted, and elevated Mississauga’s rich history and heritage. If you know someone who has gone above and beyond to safeguard our stories, celebrate our culture, or uplift our community, honour them with a nomination!

Why Nominate?

Celebrate the remarkable work of those shaping Mississauga’s legacy

Show gratitude to the individuals keeping our city’s history alive

Be part of a prestigious evening where award recipients will be recognized in front of community leaders, city officials, and passionate heritage supporters

Nomination Deadline: August 31, 2025

Learn more & submit your nomination

Join us for a night of roaring elegance, Gatsby-style grandeur, and unforgettable celebrations as we honour Mississauga’s Heritage Heroes in true 1920s fashion!

February 28, 2025
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MiWay service changes starting February 24

By Transit

Some bus routes will have more frequent service, while others will have updated schedules to align with GO Transit train service.

February 18, 2025

Several popular bus routes will have more frequent service to meet customer demand. Some routes will have schedule adjustments to support connections to GO Transit train service at Cooksville, Streetsville and Malton GO Stations.

More frequent service on Routes 11, 61, 66 and 107

Due to increased customer demand, the following routes will have more frequent service.

11 Westwood: this route will have more frequent service on weekdays during the morning peak, midday and evening peak periods.

  • Morning peak: from every 15 minutes to every 13 minutes.
  • Midday: from every 22 minutes to every 18 minutes.
  • Evening peak: from every 17 minutes to every 15 minutes.

61 Mavis: this route will have more frequent service on weekdays during the midday and evening peak periods.

  • Midday: from every 16 minutes to every 14 minutes.
  • Evening peak: from every 12 minutes to every 11 minutes.

66 McLaughlin: this route will have more frequent service on weekdays during the morning peak, Saturday in the midday and Sunday service will be extended to operate until 1 a.m.

  • Morning peak: from every 11 minutes to every 8 minutes.
  • Saturday midday: from every 17 minutes to every 14 minutes.

107 Malton Express: this route will have more frequent service on weekdays during the morning peak and midday periods.

  • Morning peak: from every 17 minutes to every 14 minutes.
  • Midday: from every 24 minutes to every 22 minutes.

Schedule adjustments to align with GO train departure times

The routes below will have adjusted schedules to support connections to GO Transit train service at Cooksville, Streetsville and Malton GO Stations.

  • 28 Confederation: additional trip added, arriving at Cooksville GO Station at 5:19 p.m. to connect with all afternoon Milton Line GO train departures.
  • 30 Rexdale: additional trip added, arriving at Malton GO Station at 6:19 a.m. to maintain current connections to Kitchener Line GO train departures.
  • 49A McDowell: additional trip added, arriving at Streetsville GO Station at 8:24 a.m. and another trip added departing Streetsville GO station at 5:28 p.m. to connect with all morning and afternoon Milton Line GO train departures.

Schedule adjustments

Schedule adjustments will be made on the routes below to improve service reliability as traffic and ridership patterns continue to evolve throughout the city.

MiWay will make further schedule adjustments as needed to ensure that services remain responsive to customer needs.

  • 3 Bloor (weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays)
  • 7 Airport (weekdays)
  • 11 Westwood (weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays)
  • 15 Drew (weekdays)
  • 30 Rexdale (weekdays and Saturdays)
  • 48 Erin Mills (weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays)
  • 66 McLaughlin (weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays)
  • 70 Keaton (weekdays)
  • 107 Malton Express (weekdays and Saturdays)

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

Do you need assistance with planning your trip on MiWay? Please contact Customer Service at 905-615-4636.

February 28, 2025
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International Women’s Day

By Events

#AccelerateAction

International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.

The theme for 2025 is #AccelerateAction.

Mississauga is an inclusive and welcoming city, supporting all women and celebrating their achievements.

Learn more about how the City of Mississauga is recognizing International Women’s Day through special events and programs.

February 28, 2025
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Summer Company

By Announcement, Resources

Are you a Mississauga student 15 to 29 years and have a business idea you’re excited about? Have you always wanted to experience what it would be like to be your own boss?  Now is your chance to become an Entrepreneur! Summer Company can help you launch and operate your very own business this summer.

Applications are now open for the Program! Apply by May 1, 2025 for your chance to be a part of this year’s cohort.

February 28, 2025
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Regulating protests near Places of Worship 

By Issues

Municipalities like Mississauga are working to find the right balance – ensuring residents can express their views peacefully while maintaining public safety, security and access to places of worship. The City is considering the feasibility of a by-law which would regulate some forms of protests near Places of Worship in Mississauga.

Read More

 

February 28, 2025
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Imagine Mississauga

By Hurontario LRT, Issues, Parks, Planning & Development, Resources, Transit

 

Imagine Mississauga: Your Vision, Our Shared Future

The City of Mississauga is inviting residents to help shape the future by contributing to the refresh of its Strategic Plan. This important document will guide the city’s growth, address challenges, and set priorities today and into the future. From housing and climate action to transportation and arts, your input will help create a shared vision for a vibrant and inclusive Mississauga.

How to Get Involved:

  • Share your ideas by completing the online survey at mississauga.ca/imagine
  • Meet City Ambassadors at local events, community centers, and museums to provide feedback. Upcoming dates in Ward 1 include:
    • Sunday, March 16 at Port Credit Arena, 11 am-4 pm
    • Wednesday, March 19 at Mississauga Seniors Centre, 9 am-2 pm
    • Saturday, March 22 at Port Credit Arena, 11 am-5 pm
    • Friday, March 28 at Mississauga Seniors Centre, 9:30 am-1:30 pm
  • Attend a free speakers’ event this spring featuring experts in equity, climate action, and urban mobility (registration required).

Key Focus Areas:
The refreshed Strategic Plan will center on eight themes, including housing affordability, climate resilience, mobility innovation, economic vibrancy, and inclusive community building. Join us in shaping Mississauga’s future. Visit mississauga.ca/imagine and learn more and share your vision today!

Complete Survey

February 28, 2025
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My position on the elimination of evening Planning & Development Committee meetings

By Announcement, Planning & Development

On February 26th at Council, a motion was brought forward by Councillor Tedjo and seconded by Councillor Mahoney to eliminate the Planning and Development Committee night meetings.

I was concerned about this motion, as I noted to my fellow colleagues that I have always taken a very strong position on having evening Planning and Development Committee meetings for better citizen participation and transparency and I still maintain my position.

Fundamental to my beliefs, I have always stated that no one should have to choose between going to work or attend a Planning Committee meeting.

Since being elected, not one resident of Ward 1 has questioned why there were no afternoon Planning and Development Committee meetings.

Thirdly, this impedes the rights of the residents to have a Voice!

I put forward an amendment to this motion, stating that it was to be clearly understood, that the Ward Councillor can call for a night Planning and Development Committee meeting on any ward related development application and that ample notice (at least 30 days) be given to the Ward Councillor to be consulted.

The Ward Councillor can then request that an evening meeting be scheduled.

With my amendment it provides options for our residents in Ward 1 to ensure that all significant planning applications will be given the attention they deserve.

February 26, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY TEST SHUTDOWN – 28A/28B Pine Avenue North – Friday February 28th, from 9:00am to 11:00am

By Resources, Ward 1

The Region of Peel 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 work on the system or conduct tests.

On Friday February 28th, from 9:00am to 11:00am, please expect a brief water outage and loss of water pressure while we work in your area.  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 test shutdown

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:         Friday, February 28th, 9:00am to 11:00am

Location:                    28A/28B Pine Avenue North

Affected Addresses: 43 – 5 Pine Avenue

332 – 320 Lakeshore Road West                                            

Project #:                   C-603491

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #               437-220-6987

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

February 26, 2025
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