Mississauga’s housing reforms position City for new infrastructure funding

By Planning & Development

The City is applying for $2.2 billion in funding for projects that will help transform Mississauga and unlock thousands of new housing units.

City building | June 17, 2026

Mississauga has announced the five transformational projects it will put forward for the new Development Charges Reduction Program (DCRP). Mississauga was one of the first cities in Ontario to reduce development charges to help get more homes built and make them more affordable. The City’s decision to lower development charges – by up to 100 per cent – puts Mississauga in a strong position to receive funding under the program.

The DCRP is a key part of the Canada-Ontario Partnership to Build. This is an $8.8 billion joint initiative aimed at increasing housing supply. The program provides funding to municipalities that lower development charges by at least 30 to 50 per cent and move forward with projects that help get new homes built faster.

Projects that unlock new housing

Mississauga is submitting the following five projects for DCRP funding.

Transit maintenance and storage facility ($650 million)

A new zero-emission facility will help MiWay switch its bus fleet to cleaner technology, expand capacity and improve transit service. It will also support transit-oriented development by enabling approximately 9,900 new housing units by 2036.

Downtown transit mobility hub ($500 million)

This project will expand capacity at the City Centre Transit Terminal and prepare the network for future LRT ridership growth. It will improve connections and access to higher-order transit and make it easier to build higher-density housing in the downtown core. It is expected to help enable approximately 9,900 new housing units by 2036.

Library and community centre projects ($175 million each)

Two net-zero community centres and libraries – in Mississauga Valley and Cooksville – will help expand access to recreation and library services in some of the city’s fastest-growing neighbourhoods. These projects will help ensure community infrastructure keeps pace with significant growth and development.

Housing-enabling road infrastructure ($175 million)

A series of road and servicing upgrades across key corridors citywide will help improve capacity and support growth. These investments also help unlock development lands. They will reduce congestion and connect new communities to transit and services. The project is expected to support approximately 9,000 new housing units over the next decade.

Downtown music and convention centre ($500 million)

This project will help spur growth by attracting investment and supporting a vibrant, transit-oriented downtown. As a destination for residents and visitors, the project will make it easier to support higher-density housing and continued development. It could help enable up to 14,000 new housing units over the next decade.

The projects include a mix of housing-enabling infrastructure and city-building projects that support complete communities that prioritize homes, jobs, services and transit.

Mississauga’s housing reforms

In addition to significantly reducing development charges, Mississauga has introduced a range of housing-focused measures to support new development and improve affordability. Guided by the Mayor’s Housing Task Force report, highlights include:

  • Incentives for affordable rental housing: Increased funding for the City’s $70 million affordable rental housing program to help get more affordable rental housing built.
  • Encouraging more housing citywide: The newly approved Mississauga Official Plan allows permissions for more than 370,000 new residential units city-wide by 2051.
  • Tools to help homeowners add new units: Mississauga’s pre-approved garden suite plans make it easier and less expensive to build a backyard suite. Grants are also available under the City’s Gentle Density Incentive program to encourage second, third and fourth rental units in neighbourhoods.
  • Streamlining development processes: Mississauga is making it easier to do business with the City and simplifying approvals to help deliver housing more quickly. This includes pre-zoning lands next to major transit station areas.
  • Tax-relief to encourage rental development: 35 per cent reduction applied to the municipal tax rate for new multi-residential subclass.

Next steps

The City will submit its DCRP application by the June 19, 2026 deadline. If approved, the funding could cover up to 90 per cent of eligible project costs. This would allow the City to advance key projects that support housing growth. These projects would help deliver lasting benefits for Mississauga’s residents and businesses.

June 17, 2026
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Updated Cycling Master Plan expands and supports cycling in Mississauga

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The newly Council endorsed City Cycling Master Plan Update will make it safer, easier and more practical for people to choose cycling for everyday trips around Mississauga.

City services | June 17, 2026

This morning, members of General Committee endorsed the Cycling Master Plan Update, an important step in giving residents more safe, connected and convenient ways to move around Mississauga. The update introduces a better-connected cycling network, a prioritized five-year action plan, and programs to encourage more people to cycle through education, engagement and promotion.

As Mississauga continues to grow, residents need more travel options that are safe, affordable and accessible. The update builds on the 2018 Cycling Master Plan and reflects the changing needs of residents, businesses and visitors, while supporting goals for equity, sustainability and transportation choice.

The City has already made steady progress toward that goal. Between 2017 and 2024, 179 kilometres of new or improved cycling projects were completed, including key connections across Highway 401 and Highway 410. These improvements helped form Mississauga’s physical cycling network and created a strong foundation for the Cycling Master Plan Update to build on.

With that foundation in place, the plan puts safety and comfort first. It prioritizes All Ages and Abilities (AAA) facilities by ensuring that every route meets safety, comfort and inclusivity thresholds through appropriate speed management, traffic-volume controls and separation from vehicles.

The plan also supports the City’s broader work to build a safer, more connected transportation system. The Cycling Master Plan Update aligns with key municipal, regional and provincial policies, including the Mississauga Official Plan, Transportation Master Plan, Complete Streets Guide, Vision Zero Action Plan, Sustainable Transportation Strategy (2018), Bill 212, “Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act” (2024) and Bill 60, “Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act”, 2025.

Improving access for all

A safer network also needs to work for more people. The plan focuses on making cycling safe and accessible for everyone by reducing barriers, especially in underserved communities and for people facing transportation challenges.

To support that goal, equity is considered at every stage of the plan, from design through to implementation, to help ensure the network works for all residents.

Check out the priority network map.

Community input

Community input was key to understanding where improvements are needed most. The Cycling Master Plan Update was shaped through comprehensive consultation and engagement with community partners, residents, City staff and technical stakeholders. Public participation helped create a plan that reflects community values, supports better decisions and helps residents use cycling as a practical way to get around in daily life.

Accelerating progress

To help deliver those routes faster, the City will use Quick Build methods, such as paint, bollards and modular curbs, to deliver safe and comfortable cycling infrastructure faster and at a lower cost. This approach will help close gaps and expand the AAA network more quickly.

Learn more about the Cycling Master Plan Update.

June 17, 2026
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Bee there: Join Pollinator Week activities in Mississauga

By Events, Resources

Flutter by and help pollinators thrive by joining educational activities and guided walks to learn how to support these important species.

Environment | June 16, 2026

Buzz into action – Pollinator Week is back! From June 22-28, 2026, the City of Mississauga is celebrating pollinators through a series of activities. Residents can learn about how to protect pollinators and their habitats.

Pollinators include ants, bees, butterflies and moths. These tiny helpers come in many shapes and sizes. They keep Mississauga’s natural areas healthy by pollinating plants. This helps grow food and create homes for other animals, insects and local wildlife.

Pollinator Week events

Celebrate pollinators by attending these educational and outdoor activities:

  • Monday, June 22, from 5 to 7 p.m.: Come to the Wildflower Giveaway at the City’s facility located at 3240 Mavis Rd. Be sure to register online.
  • Tuesday, June 23 from noon to 1 p.m.: Tune in to a webinar about the importance of pollinators. Speaker: Melissa Creasey, Credit Valley Conservation. Register online.
  • Thursday, June 25 from 6 to 7 p.m. and Friday, June 26 from 3 to 4 p.m.: Join a guided walk at Jack Darling Memorial Park. Tour with City staff to see the largest remnant tallgrass prairie in Mississauga and see what the City is doing to restore, protect and expand rare habitats for pollinators. Learn about pollinators and how planting native species can help them. The event goes on, rain or shine. Please dress for the weather. Register online: June 25 or June 26.
Red admiral butterfly on a flower.
Pollinators like butterflies are key to protecting Mississauga’s natural areas.

Why pollinators matter

About 75 per cent of flowering plants, including crops, need pollinators to grow.

Many everyday foods, like blueberries, chocolate, coffee and peaches, depend on pollinators. The small but mighty creatures carry pollen from plant to plant. This process, called pollination, helps many plants to produce fruits and seeds essential for their reproduction. Without pollinators, Mississauga’s gardens and natural areas would be bare, and plants would not be able to reproduce to sustain our diets and ecosystems.

Mississauga is designated as a Bee City and has a commitment to improve pollinator habitats and engage residents to help pollinators thrive. The City maintains and protects two tallgrass prairies, one at Jack Darling Memorial Park and another at Lorne Park Prairie. These spaces provide critical habitat and safe havens for pollinators like bees, butterflies, moths and hummingbirds.

Common milkweed, a species of flowering plant.
Common milkweed is a species of flowering plant, which helps pollinators thrive.

Bee a helper: Simple ways to support pollinators

Plant a tree

As part of the City’s One Million Trees program, residents can add native trees and shrubs to their residential properties.

Create a pollinator-friendly garden

It doesn’t take a lot to add beauty to homes while supporting pollinators. Adding native flowers and plants to a porch, balcony or yard provides food and shelter for pollinators and gives them natural pathways and habitats to move through the city.

Be recognized as a Mississauga Nature Steward at Home

Residents who naturalize their yard can be recognized by the City for being good stewards to the environment.

Pollinator habitats like native plants are helpful for bees. Common milkweed, a species of flowering plant. Pollinators like butterflies are key to protecting Mississauga's natural areas. Pollinators like butterflies are key to protecting Mississauga's natural areas.

June 16, 2026
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Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day in Mississauga on June 21

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Enjoy a free community event with live music and dynamic performances at Celebration Square.

Entertainment and activities | June 16, 2026

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Join us in celebrating the vibrant music, culture and traditions of Indigenous Peoples at the fifth annual National Indigenous Peoples Day event on Sunday, June 21 at Mississauga Celebration Square (MCS) in partnership with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.

Hosted by Kairyn Potts, actor and co-host of new Indigenous dating series Rezervations for Two, alongside local favourite, MR. SAUGA, the community is invited to unite for an inspiring evening showcasing vibrant Indigenous music and artistic performances that celebrate the distinct culture of Indigenous Peoples.

Event details

What

National Indigenous Peoples Day – free concert and event

When

Sunday, June 21, 2026 from 5 to 9 p.m.
Ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m.

Where

Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga, ON

Who

Various Indigenous artists and musicians
Mayor Parrish and Members of Council
Dignitaries and special guests

Agenda

5 p.m. – Live concert spotlighting Indigenous performances, see line-up below.

DJ Kookum – a Plains Cree DJ and producer known for blending electronic music with Indigenous influences, creating energetic sets that celebrate contemporary Indigenous culture.

Qattuu – an emerging Inuk throat-singing artist whose music combines modern sounds with Inuit storytelling, bringing a fresh and powerful voice to Canada’s Indigenous music scene.

Manitou Mkwa Singers – JUNO-award nominated singing and drum group recognized for sharing traditional Indigenous songs and teachings through powerful performances that honour culture, community and connection.

MR SAUGA – Mississauga-based hip-hop artist, community advocate and social media personality known for celebrating local culture and bringing communities together through humour and storytelling.

Tia Wood – internationally-recognized Cree and Coast Salish singer-songwriter whose soulful blend of contemporary R&B and Indigenous influences has earned her a rapidly-growing global audience.

Cost

Free

For more information, visit the event listing.

About National Indigenous Peoples Day

This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. The Canadian Constitution recognizes these three groups as Aboriginal Peoples, also known as Indigenous Peoples, that each have their own distinct heritage, language, cultural practices and spiritual beliefs.

In co-operation with Indigenous organizations, the Government of Canada chose June 21, the summer solstice, for National Aboriginal Day, now known as National Indigenous Peoples Day. For generations, many Indigenous Peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year.

June 16, 2026
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Dig In! Garden Day returns to Mississauga

By Events, Food for thought

Join us at Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens on Saturday, June 27 to learn more about gardening opportunities across Mississauga.

Entertainment and activities | June 15, 2026

Mississauga is in bloom. Have a green thumb or looking to start your first garden? Come out to Garden Day to hear from gardening experts and learn more about flowers and plants. Gardening is a great way to stay active outdoors at any age. Gardens also help to improve air quality, support pollinators like bees and butterflies and manage stormwater by absorbing rain and helping to prevent flooding.

Come out to Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens on Saturday, June 27 at 10 a.m. to talk to experts and exhibitors. Join fun activities for the whole family and learn more about this unique park and how you can get involved.

Event details

What

Garden Day is an event to learn from gardening experts, participate in family-friendly activities and learn how to get involved in gardening opportunities across the city. A tour of Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens will also be offered at 10:30 a.m.

When

Saturday, June 27
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (noon).

Where

Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens
660 Lakeshore Rd. W., Mississauga

Cost

This event is free to attend. Registration is not required, but you can sign up for event updates.

Getting there

Parking at Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens is limited, so consider walking, riding your bike or taking MiWay. Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens can also be accessed by walking or rolling along the Mississauga waterfront trail.

When parking in the neighbourhood, remember that parking is not allowed where “No Parking” signs are posted. Increased parking fines are in effect from May 1 to September 30 in the Lakefront Increased Penalty Zone. This zone includes local roads, City parks and municipal parking lots south of Lakeshore Road.

Learn more about the event.

Preparing your garden

If you’re thinking about starting a garden this year, it’s important to get it ready so your plants can flourish. Whether it’s in a backyard, or on a balcony or sunlit window ledge, creating a home garden is possible. Learn more about how to prepare your garden for gardening season and check out these growing guides.

Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast, a nature photographer or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of flowers and trees, Mississauga offers countless opportunities to connect with nature. Head out and explore some of Mississauga’s many enchanting gardens, lush parks and picturesque boulevards. Find a park near you.

June 16, 2026
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Child Care Subsidy

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Child Care Subsidy helps families pay less for child care

Many Peel families now pay less for child care thanks to the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) plan. But some families still can’t afford child care. That’s where Child Care Subsidy can help.

Child Care Subsidy and CWELCC work together to lower child care costs for families with children younger than 6 years of age. Even if your family is already receiving lower fees through CWELCC, Child Care Subsidy can lower those fees even more. You might even qualify for free child care.

Subsidy can also help families with children 12 years and younger pay for licensed child care costs, including before and after school programs, school breaks, and PA days.

Visit peelregion.ca/childcare-subsidy to see if you qualify.

June 15, 2026
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Peel Inclusion Resource Services (PIRS)

By Resources

Free service for families with children who need extra support

If your child needs extra support to play with other children, follow routines, or learn skills while in child care, Peel Inclusion Resource Services (PIRS) can help.
PIRS staff work with educators to help children 12 years and younger participate fully in licensed centre-based and home child care programs. They will work with you and the child care program staff, providing resources that focus on your child’s strengths and areas of development.

How to access this service
This is a free service. No diagnosis is needed to apply.
• You can fill out the referral form on Peel Region’s website, and a PIRS staff member will contact you within 3 to 4 weeks.
• If your child attends a before-and-after school program, speak to your child care program staff to learn how to access PIRS.

For more information, visit peelregion.ca/pirs.

June 15, 2026
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Mississauga Music Walk of Fame Announces 2026 Inductees!

By Announcement, Events

MISSISSAUGA MUSIC WALK OF FAME

ANNOUNCES 2026 INDUCTEES

Mississauga, ON (June 15, 2026) – Internationally acclaimed Emmy Award winning musician and composer, Don Breithaupt along with founder and President of The Guitar Workshop Plus, Brian Murray will be Inducted into the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame as part of this year’s Tim Horton’s Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival.

The Induction Ceremony will be held on September 13 at 10:45 a.m. at Memorial Park in Port Credit, Ontario. The public is invited to join this free, rain-or-shine celebration.

“Once again, we are inducting two outstanding internationally acclaimed individuals”, said Cliff Hunt, Chair, Mississauga Music Walk of Fame. “Don Breithaupt Emmy Award winning musician and composer, and Brian Murray, an industry builder, educator and musician.”

About the Inductees:

Emmy Award winner Don Breithaupt co-wrote “All Over the World,” the leadoff single from Chicago XXXVII in 2019, and “Swing Balboa (Down on Riverside)” for the Manhattan Transfer’s comeback album The Junction in 2018. His music for the hit animated series 6teen garnered three SOCAN Awards for him and television scoring partner Anthony Vanderburgh.

Known worldwide for his Juno-nominated Monkey House project, Breithaupt counts among his recent collaborators, Marc Jordan, Rik Emmett, Alfie Zappacosta, and his New York-based lyricist brother Jeff Breithaupt. Breithaupt attended the prestigious Berklee College of Music on a full scholarship and holds a master’s degree in music composition from York University. He and Jeff are three-time finalists for the New York-based Fred Ebb Award for Musical Theatre Songwriting.

Brian Murray is a versatile guitarist who studied arranging at Humber College where he also earned a degree in Jazz Performance. Over the years, he has stayed busy playing with various acts, working as a session musician, and as a music educator across Canada and the United States. Driven by a passion for music education, Brian founded Guitar Workshop Plus, an internationally renowned premier music education program serving musicians of all ages and skill levels—from beginners to advanced players, hobbyists to professionals.

Attendees are afforded the opportunity to study with top local musicians as well as high profile internationally renowned artists. The award-winning program has offered courses in guitar, bass, drums, vocals, keyboards, and songwriting, covering various genres including rock, blues, jazz, classical, acoustic, and country. Although based in Mississauga, ON, Guitar Workshop Plus offers workshops across North America. Under Brian’s leadership, Guitar Workshop Plus has earned an international reputation for excellence, attracting students from across Canada, the United States, Europe, South America, Asia, and Australia.

About the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame:

Established in 2012 by the late Mississauga City Councilor Jim Tovey, a former rock musician, the MMWF features Mississauga musicians and Industry leaders who have made a significant contribution to the world of music. Previous inductees include the great Oscar Peterson, Triumph, Ronnie Hawkins, Tommy Hunter, Denny Doherty of the Mamas and Papas, Jeff Healey, Phil X of Bon Jovi, Liberty Silver, Alessia Cara, and many more. The Mississauga Music Walk of Fame is located in Memorial Park in Port Credit, Ontario.

June 15, 2026
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Award-winning winter services and leadership strengthen Mississauga

By Announcement

The City of Mississauga has received two Ontario Public Works Association awards.

City services | June 10, 2026

The Ontario Public Works Association present the City of Mississauga's Works Operations and Maintenance division with two awards at Mississauga City Council on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
The Ontario Public Works Association presents the City of Mississauga’s Works Operations and Maintenance division with two awards at Mississauga City Council on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.

The City of Mississauga has received two awards from the Ontario Public Works Association (OPWA). The City’s Works Operations and Maintenance (WOM) division has received OPWA’s Project of the Year Award in the Management Innovation category for its expanded winter maintenance service. In addition, Helen Noehammer, Director, Works Operations and Maintenance, has been named OPWA’s Top Public Works Leader of the Year. The OPWA Awards celebrate outstanding projects, programs and professionals across Ontario’s public works community. These awards recognize excellence in areas such as leadership, service, innovation, sustainability and community impact.

Expanding the City’s winter maintenance service

During the 2025-2026 winter season, the City delivered enhanced winter maintenance service across Mississauga. This included two new services: citywide residential driveway windrow clearing and residential sidewalk clearing. The introduction of these two services was approved by Mississauga City Council to better support residents during the winter.

The WOM team improved how winter services are planned and delivered. To ensure the services were delivered successfully, staff:

  • Improved the City’s snow clearing routes so crews could work more efficiently while delivering reliable snow clearing service.
  • Adjusted the City’s maintenance yards to make space for the new equipment.
  • Shared clear information with residents to help them understand the new services.
  • Reviewed the delivery of the services after each snowstorm to find opportunities for improvements.
  • Worked closely with the City’s Parking Enforcement, Traffic Management and Municipal Parking teams to ensure there was alignment with winter parking restrictions.
  • Installed dash cameras into snow clearing equipment so that the City could address obstacles created by parked cars and better monitor overall performance.

Improved quality of life for residents

During a winter of historic snowfall, including a storm that brought up to 55 centimetres of snow, the City’s expanded winter maintenance service made a difference for residents.

With its new driveway windrow clearing service, the City cleared at least a three-metre wide opening in 134,000 driveway windrows whenever roads were plowed. In the past, many residents were left with heavy piles of snow at the end of their driveways after their street was cleared. By clearing a space in residents’ windrows, it was easier and safer for residents to leave their homes to get to work, school and appointments.

In addition, the City cleared 900 kilometres of residential sidewalks during each snow-clearing event. This helped keep walking routes open and safe and made it easier for residents to access the services they needed throughout the winter.

The City delivered these new services while continuing to clear 5,700 lane kilometres of roads, 1,500 kilometres of priority sidewalks, 3,300 bus stops, 127 kilometres of roadside multi-use trails and 73 kilometres of bike lanes.

Leadership that strengthens Mississauga

The City is also proud to share that Helen Noehammer, Director of Works Operations and Maintenance, has won the Ontario Public Works Association (OPWA) Top Public Works Leader of the Year award.

This honour recognizes Noehammer’s more than 30 years of leadership and contributions to transportation and municipal engineering. Following 20 years of service with another municipality, Helen joined the City of Mississauga in 2014 as the Director of Infrastructure Planning and Engineering, and in 2022 moved to become the Director of the Works Operations and Maintenance Division.

During her tenure with the City, Noehammer has championed many important city-building initiatives and strategies, including:

  • Implementation of the city-wide residential driveway windrow clearing program and residential sidewalk clearing program.
  • Introduction of the City’s Stormwater Charge, which is used to fund stormwater services and programs and to meet the increasing demand for stormwater management.
  • Development of the award-winning 2019 Transportation Master Plan and the City’s first Vision Zero Action Plan.

Her work on transportation and safety plans has influenced how the City’s roads and infrastructure are funded, managed, and improved. Noehammer consistently prioritizes listening to frontline staff and ensuring they have the tools and resources they need to deliver high-quality work.

This award recognizes her strong leadership and commitment to building a safer and more accessible city.

June 10, 2026
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City updates the Noise Control By-law to support live music

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Mississauga has updated the Noise Control By-law to provide more clarity and consistency for live music events.

City services | June 10, 2026

Mississauga is setting the stage for more live music events. Today, Council approved permanent changes to the Noise Control By-law that follow a successful pilot program that began in June 2023. The changes will provide more flexibility for live music events across the city as Mississauga continues working to be a “Music City.”

Live music supports the local economy while contributing to our communities. It creates jobs for performers, supports local businesses, attracts visitors and brings people together through Mississauga’s growing music scene.

The changes to the Noise Control By-law are meant to support those shared benefits. They allow for more live music events for both presenters while setting clear noise limits and hours for surrounding neighbourhoods.

Key changes include:

  • Expanding areas where live music is permitted in the city’s seven cultural districts.
  • Changing noise limits and permitted hours in each district to better support live music.
  • Updating the definition of ‘live music’ to include acoustic and amplified music and not recorded music playback.
  • Supporting Enforcement division through the introduction of set fines for non-compliance, subject to provincial approval.

These changes provide greater clarity and consistency for musicians, venues and event organizers. They also give residents more opportunities to enjoy live music in their communities.

The new Noise Control By-law makes Mississauga a national leader in building a regulatory environment where live music can thrive. This approach aligns with the City’s Music Strategy 2022–2026 and the findings of Hear and Now: The Impact of Live Music in Mississauga report.

As Canada’s live music sector continues to grow, Mississauga is well-positioned to take advantage of the benefits for our communities and our local economy.

The Live Music pilot

The City manages excessive and ongoing noise through the Noise Control By-law. In 2023, the by-law was updated to reflect the City’s growth, respond to resident concerns and improve enforcement.

The changes also introduced new challenges for live music venues and performers. In response, Council supported a pilot that allowed live music in specific areas and at set times. This three-year Noise Control By-law Live Music pilot launched in June 2023.

The pilot allowed live music at specific venues and times without requiring organizers to apply for an exemption. These were limited to three areas: the Lakeshore Corridor, the Streetsville Business Improvement Area (BIA) and the Cooksville BIA. During the three-year pilot, live music accounted for less than 3 per cent of all noise complaints city-wide.

Public consultations were held in the pilot’s third year, from October 1 to December 2, 2025. The survey received 512 responses and showed strong resident support and recognition of the value of live music.

Key findings include:

  • 74 per cent of respondents supported expanding where live music is permitted beyond the original pilot areas.
  • 96 per cent supported live music at licensed bars and restaurants during business hours, within set noise limits.
  • Almost 86 per cent supported live music both indoors and outdoors at licensed venues, including patios and parks.
  • 67 per cent supported applying the same rules to temporary events, such as street festivals.
  • 81 per cent supported slightly higher noise limits for live music compared to other sources.

These findings informed Council’s decision to move to a permanent, clearer set of rules for live music.

Background

These changes support the City’s ongoing efforts to grow the live music sector. These efforts include the Music Strategy (2022-2026), Here and Now: The Impact of Live Music in Mississauga and the Live Music Grant. They also support broader City strategies, including the Future Directions 2024 Culture Plan, Path to Prosperity 2030 and Retail Strategy. Together, these initiatives increase opportunities for live music while supporting local talent, businesses and vibrant communities.

In 2023, Mississauga was named “Music City of the Year” by the Canadian Live Music Association and Canadian Music Week for its work to build a strong live music ecosystem.

June 10, 2026
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The Port Credit BIA is pleased to host Canada Day #INThePort Mississauga’s largest Canada Day street festival!

By Events

Join us on July 1, 2026 for an unforgettable day of celebration featuring:
A 40′ Ferris Wheel
Amusement rides & games
Multiple live music stages and performances throughout the day
Taste of Port Credit food experiences
Street performers & live shows
Vendors and local businesses
Kids Zone activities
The return of the Canada Day Parade
A spectacular fireworks finale
Plus an exciting surprise you won’t want to miss!

Event Details

Canada Day Parade
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lakeshore Road from Rosewood Avenue to Seneca Avenue

Street Festival
12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Fireworks Spectacular
starts at 10:15 p.m.

Get ready for an unforgettable show over the waterfront. For the best viewing experience, arrive early and check out our recommended viewing spots along the shoreline.
The street festival celebration will take place along Lakeshore Road from Stavebank Road to Hurontario Street, transforming Port Credit’s main street into a vibrant festival filled with live entertainment, family activities, food, shopping, and community spirit.
Please note that parking will not be available along Lakeshore Road or on side streets along Lakeshore during the event.

 Main Stage Lineup
12:00 p.m.: Left Turn Red
2:00 p.m.: Cory Hotline
4:00 p.m.: Pink Leather Jackets
6:00 p.m.: Marshall Dane
8:00 p.m.: Message from local dignitaries and PCBIA
8:15 p.m.: Suzie McNeil (Headline Performance)

O Canada: 10:00 p.m. with Patti Jannetta Baker

Port Credit Players Stage Lineup
1:00 p.m.: Chuck Jackson Trio
2:30 p.m.: Chuck Jackson Trio
4:00 p.m.: Chris Van Stan
5:30 p.m.: Chris Van Stan
7:00 p.m.: Kalia
8:30 p.m.: Kalia (Final Performance)

Rising Stars Stage Lineup
12:15 p.m.: Kalia
1:45 p.m.:. Kalia
3:15 p.m.: Alexander Quail
4:45 p.m.: Alexander Quail
6:15 p.m.: Kristen Prince
7:45 p.m.: Kristen Prince (Final Performance)

Best Places to Watch the Fireworks
Along Lakeshore Road at the street festival
Port Credit Lighthouse
Marina Park
J.J. Plaus Park
J.C. Saddington Park
St. Lawrence Park
Tall Oaks Park
Ben Machree Park
Waterside Inn
South-facing patios throughout Port Credit
Note: Fireworks will not be displayed at Port Credit Memorial Park. City of Mississauga Enforcement and Peel Police will be on-site as private fireworks will be prohibited and by-laws enforce

ROAD CLOSURES – CANADA DAY #INThePort
To accommodate the Canada Day Parade and Street Festival, the following road closures will be in effect on July 1, 2026:
Lakeshore Road
July 1, 2026 at 4:00 a.m. – July 2, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.
Stavebank Road to Hurontario Street
Lakeshore Road (Parade Route)
July 1, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Rosewood Avenue to Seneca Avenue
Queen Street East
July 1, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Seneca Avenue to Rosewood Avenue
Rosewood Avenue
July 1, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Queen Street East to Lakeshore Road
Canada Day Parade
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lakeshore Road from Rosewood Avenue to Seneca Avenue

The Port Credit BIA recommends parking outside of the Port Credit core and walking into the event to help reduce traffic congestion before and after the celebrations.

Port o’ Potty Stations
Located at:
Stavebank Road South
Elizabeth Street North
Helen Street South

Parking Information
The Port Credit BIA recommends parking outside of the core of Port Credit to help reduce traffic congestion during and after the event.
Parking is available at the following locations:
Adamson Estate
850 Enola Ave, Mississauga, ON L5G 4B2
J.C. Saddington Park
53 Lake St, Mississauga, ON L5B 3Y3
Brightwater Underground Parking
15 Mississauga Rd S, Mississauga, ON L5H 2H1
Port Credit Memorial Arena
40 Stavebank Rd, Mississauga, ON L5G 2T8
Marina Park
15 Front St S, Mississauga, ON L5H 2C5
Municipal Parking Lot #1
38 Front Street North
Municipal Parking Lot #3
18 Stavebank Road South
Municipal Parking Lot #4
3 Elmwood Avenue North
Municipal Parking Garage #5
80 Port Street
Municipal Parking Lot #7
5 Cayuga Avenue
Municipal Parking Lot #12
5 Hiawatha Parkway

Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, walk, cycle, take transit, or park outside the event area and enjoy a short stroll into the festivities. Please note that parking will not be available along Lakeshore Road or within the road closure areas during Canada Day #INThePort.

More information: https://www.portcredit.com/maps-parking/

Thank you to our incredible partners for helping make Canada Day #INThePort possible:
City of Mississauga CFC Grant
Visit Mississauga, City of Mississauga
Port Credit Community Foundation

June 10, 2026
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