Ward 1 News – Page 5 – Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1

Notice – Hazel McCallion Line General Construction Updates

By Stephen DaskoConstruction, Resources

As construction on the Hazel McCallion Line Light Rail Transit progresses, communities in Mississauga South can expect the following construction activities in the coming months:

Road widening activities on the east side of Hurontario Street, including construction of the multi-use path.
Civil works will realign Oriole Avenue further east, between Eaglewood Boulevard and Inglewood Drive, adjacent to the new Mary Fix Creek floodwalls.
Installation of guideway and track works connecting Port Credit Station and Eaglewood along the west side of Hurontario Street.
Removal of old telecommunication and hydro poles along the west side of Hurontario to help facilitate the permanent restoration of driveways and exiting boulevard.
Installation of new hydro poles and the pulling of overhead and underground electrical cables, connecting adjacent properties to the new hydro infrastructure with temporary power outages
Installation of permanent traffic signals at Park Street, Mineola Road, Indian Valley/Pinewood Trail and Pinetree Way intersections.

As construction staging moves to the center of the roadway for guideway, track, and LRT stop construction, we remind the motorists that permanent turning restrictions will be implemented to ensure the safe flow of traffic.

Most work is scheduled from Monday to Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will take place within the staged area separated by traffic barrels and temporary fencing. Temporary closures of roadways at intersections will be required to ensure that crews onsite are able to safely complete the work. Some overnight and weekend work may also be required. Additional notification will be provided when there is a requirement for a temporary road closure, overnight, or Sunday work. We will also communicate with individual property owners concerning potential property access requirements such as temporary power outages, utility connections, and temporary driveway closures for final restoration and boulevard grading. Additional signage will also be placed to inform motorists and pedestrians about any sidewalk closures or changes to traffic configuration.

The attached construction notice has been posted on our website and will be hand delivered to residents in the area over the coming weeks.

April 24, 2025

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New exhibit, A City in Tune, Celebrates Mississauga’s Rich Musical Landscape

By Stephen DaskoAnnouncement, Events

It’s time to celebrate music in Mississauga! Introducing A City in Tune – the Museums of Mississauga’s latest exhibition.

From April 24 to August 3, 2025, you’re invited to come out and experience Mississauga’s newest exhibition, presented in partnership with the Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) program at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Information.

This exciting exhibition explores Mississauga’s rich musical landscape. From local legends to grassroots movements, it showcases the ways music connects people, builds identity and reflects Mississauga’s evolving story. Through artifacts, stories and interactive experiences, visitors will discover how music continues to inspire and unite the city.

Join an opening reception on Thursday, April 24 and be one of the first to immerse yourself in the diverse voices, cultures and communities that have shaped Mississauga’s sound. Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss this!

What

A City in Tune – a new exhibition at Bradley Museum

Where

Bradley Museum
1620 Orr Road, Mississauga

When

Thursday, April 24, 2025 – opening reception from 4 to 7 p.m.
Exhibit runs daily until August 3, 2025 from 12 to 4 p.m.

To learn more about the exhibition, visit the webpage.

April 24, 2025

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National Work Zone Awareness Week – April 21st to 25th, 2025

By Stephen DaskoAnnouncement

BRAMPTON, ON (April 21, 2025) – Today is the beginning of National Work Zone Awareness Week, an annual campaign recognized throughout North America at the start of construction season that encourages everyone to use extra caution and drive safely in work zones.

This year’s theme is ‘respect the zone so we all get home.’

National Work Zone Awareness Week aims to emphasize to drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike that safety in work zones is a responsibility we all share. With road maintenance and construction season beginning in Peel, all road users are reminded to slow down and exercise caution when travelling through work zones to protect workers and ensure that everyone makes it home safely.

What is a work zone?

A work zone is an area where construction is taking place on a road. This includes stationary as well as moving work zones, such as line painting vehicles. Construction zones can impact visibility, speed limits, lane access, turning ability, bike lanes, and sidewalks.

When travelling through a work zone, keep the following tips in mind:

Slow down: As you approach a construction zone, be prepared to stop and ensure workers have the room to work safely.
Be aware: Follow all signage posted in work zones. Signs warn of the construction zone and provide direction on how to pass through safely.
Keep your distance: Be alert and expect the unexpected. Closed lanes, reduced speeds, and shifts in traffic patterns are common.
Stay focused: Keep your eyes on the road. Avoid distractions such as using your cell phone while driving.

Work zones can also be avoided by planning ahead. Use our construction projects map to view current and upcoming work on Peel routes.

Peel Region is committed to Vision Zero and is working to prevent injuries and fatalities resulting from collisions on our roads. Vision Zero focuses on everyone’s responsibility to be aware of their surroundings and follow the rules of the road.

For more information on work zone safety in Peel, visit peelregion.ca/construction/projects/work-zone-safety.

Quotations

“We’re all road users, whether we drive, cycle, walk, or take transit. Construction in Peel is building the foundation for a better future that benefits everyone, so it’s important we all do our part to improve road safety. Slowing down, keeping a safe distance, and staying focused in work zones isn’t always easy, but they’re essential steps to help ensure everyone makes it home safely.”

– Kealy Dedman, Commissioner of Public Works.

April 21, 2025

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Supporting National Immunization Awareness Week

By Stephen DaskoAnnouncement

About National Immunization Awareness Week

Each April during National Immunization Awareness Week, we highlight the importance of vaccines in protecting people of all ages from preventable diseases.

This year’s theme reminds the public that vaccines changed our health landscape for the better. As time progressed, more and more diseases became preventable by vaccination, and health outcomes greatly improved. We don’t want to turn the clock back to former times.

Peel’s 2025 focus

With measles cases on the rise both globally and locally this year, the Region of Peel is sharing messages that highlight the importance of staying protected against measles — a highly contagious but preventable disease.

We’re encouraging residents to:

Check if they are up to date on their measles vaccinations, especially adults who may not remember.
2. Get vaccinated – especially ahead of spring/summer travel and protect loved ones in their families.
This toolkit provides trusted messages from Peel Public Health you can share with your audiences about the importance of staying protected right now.

Image Guidance / Visual Pairings

For all posts, visuals can make your message go further. Click here to download images from Peel Region’s Image Library or feel free to use your own! Here are a few ideas:
• Families of all ages together (especially multigenerational homes)
• People talking to their doctor or pharmacist
• Travel imagery (packing, airports, happy vacation scenes)
• Peel-specific or council-branded graphics if available

Thank you for helping us keep Peel residents safe and healthy!

April 21, 2025

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Water Interruption Notice – Wednesday, April 23rd, From 9:00am To 5:00pm – 1081 Searson Avenue Mississuga

By Stephen DaskoResources

The Peel Region 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 do this work.

Your water will be turned off on Wednesday, April 23rd, from 9:00am to 5:00pm. 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 water interruption

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: Wednesday, April 23rd, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Location: 1081 Serson Avenue

Addresses Affected: 1074 – 1093 Serson Avenue, 1217 and 1227 Strathy Avenue Mississauga, ON

Project #: C-604062

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone # 437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

April 17, 2025

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New Canada Day Celebration in Port Credit Announced

By Stephen DaskoAnnouncement, Events, Ward 1

MISSISSAUGA, ON, April 16, 2025 – Canada Day #INThePort Presented by Paint the Town Red and the Port Credit BIA scheduled for July 1, 2025.
A new Canada Day event was announced today during a media launch in Port Credit.

Canada Day #INThePort will take place on July 1, 2025, and will include a vibrant street festival followed by a symphony of fireworks launched from a barge at the mouth of the Credit River.

Paint the Town Red, Port Credit BIA, Visit Mississauga, and the City of Mississauga have collaborated to bring an unprecedented Canada Day event to Port Credit.

After significant community outcry over the postponement of the annual Paint the Town Red festival to 2026, the community groups rallied together to bring a spectacular new Canada Day event in Port Credit.

Ward One Councillor Stephen Dasko highlighted the significance of the collaborative effort to celebrate Canada Day:
“I am absolutely thrilled that this year we are taking a collaborative approach to Canada Day celebrations. A heartfelt thank you to Paint the Town Red, the Port Credit BIA, Visit Mississauga and our incredible sponsors and supporters. It’s an honour to work alongside these dedicated groups to make this partnership a reality. This collaboration is a true reflection of the incredible spirit of our community. Canada Day, especially this year, is more than just a celebration—it’s a reflection of our shared values, diversity, and pride for all the world to see. With a revamped Canada Day experience, I’m excited to see this beloved tradition move forward, bringing residents and visitors together for what will surely be a memorable day.”

The Canada Day celebration will include a road closure along Lakeshore from Stavebank Road to Hurontario Street. The Main Street in Port Credit will be lined with live music, street performers, live shows, vendors, a kid zone, and more.
The focal point on the Main Street will be a giant ferris wheel and amusement rides and games for the whole family.
The festival will attract visitors from the community and everyone from beyond Mississauga to come join in the celebrations.

Through the generous contributions of Visit Mississauga’s CEO, Victoria Clarke shares her support for building the event for the future:
“We’re incredibly proud to be able to make Canada Day #INThePort possible again this year. This longstanding event is a vibrant celebration that showcases the very best of Mississauga’s community spirit, culture, hospitality and local Canadian pride. This year’s Canada Day event will bring visitors from across the region to experience everything Port Credit and Mississauga has to offer, from live entertainment and local flavours to an unforgettable waterfront fireworks display. Visit Mississauga is honoured to play a role in bringing this celebration back to life in collaboration with our dedicated community partners and the PCBIA.”

The event will be a first Main Street road closure by the Port Credit BIA and will provide significant economic benefits to Port Credit businesses and the community.

John Pappas, Chair of the Port Credit BIA, highlights the economic benefit of activated Main Streets and celebrating Canada Day #INThePort: “Our Port Credit Main Street businesses are more than just places to shop or dine —they are the pulse of our community, driving job creation, sustaining entrepreneurs, and fostering economic growth. The Taste of Port Credit inspired street festival invites attendees to support local and indulge their taste buds with a diverse selection of cuisine and beverages from Port Credit’s renowned restaurant scene and experience our unique retail businesses. Canada Day #INThePort provides a unifying event that celebrates Canada and supports our local businesses and economy. Our vibrant, safe, and clean streets that are animated with these large-scale festivals have a direct and significant impact on our community.”

The enormity of the Canada Day #INThePort celebration required the support and collaborative efforts of the community groups involved including the support of Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish who has shared:
“Canada Day is a cherished tradition in Mississauga, and I’m overjoyed to see our community come together to create something truly spectacular with Canada Day #INThePort. This celebration is a testament to the creativity and vibrant spirit that defines Port Credit and our city. From the lively street festival to the fireworks display, this event will offer something special for everyone. I invite residents and visitors to join us in celebrating our shared pride, diversity, and love for Canada in the heart of Port Credit to make this Canada Day unforgettable.” The festival will culminate in an extraordinary fireworks display launched from a barge at the mouth of the Credit River. Fireworks in Port Credit have been a long-standing Canada Day tradition in Port Credit.”

This year Canada Day #INThePort will be creating a fireworks show unlike any other in Mississauga. Paint the Town Red Chair John Bozzo expressed his dedication to an unparalleled Canada Day celebration:
“As founder and chair of Paint the Town Red, I was devastated when earlier this year we had to announce the cancellation of our Canada Day Celebration. However, I am, at this time very pleased to announce that we have partnered with the Port Credit BIA to present Canada Day #INThePort, this July 1. My promise to you is that we will be providing the most spectacular fireworks display Port Credit has ever witnessed.”

Canada Day #INThePort presented by Paint the Town Red and the Port Credit BIA will take place on July 1, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in Port Credit.

April 16, 2025

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MiWay Update: Customer Satisfaction Survey

By Stephen DaskoTransit

MiWay will be conducting it’s annual customer experience measurement program in April and May.

MiWay riders and non-riders are invited to participate in the customer satisfaction survey from April 14 – 30 online and in-person. Members of the public are invited to complete the survey at terminals, bus stops, on-board buses and digitally through the MiVoice engagement platform, QR codes, social media and bus shelter ads. The purpose of the survey is to measure customer satisfaction with our services and identify areas for improvement.

Your insights will help us:

Improve overall rider satisfaction.
Enhance safety and reliability.
Strengthen customer service channels.
Identify barriers and encourage new riders to use MiWay.
Strengthen customer service and communication channels.

Participating in our survey only takes approximately 5 minutes and your responses will remain confidential.

By completing the survey, you directly influence the future of transit services in Mississauga. Every response brings us closer to achieving a transit system that works best for everyone.

Please participate in the Survey by April 27, 2025.

Take the Survey:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MIWAY2025

April 15, 2025

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Mississauga Takes Bold Action To Combat Racism, Discrimination And Hate With The “One Mississauga Campaign”

By Stephen DaskoCampaign

In a bold step toward building a more inclusive and unified city, the City of Mississauga is proud to launch the One Mississauga campaign.

This public education initiative challenges residents to stop, look and think about different forms of racism, discrimination and hatred experienced by members of our community using bold messaging. It was developed and designed in partnership with the City’s Combating Racism Discrimination Hatred Advisory Committee (CRDHAC), who noted the City must go beyond tolerance with this initiative and strive for unity – as we are ‘One Mississauga.’

Featuring bold illustrative designs that highlight common comments and behaviours, big and small that can unintentionally hurt others, One Mississauga calls on people to recognize and challenge racism, discrimination and hate in all forms. Following this first phase, the City will work to engage community groups and organizations to create community-specific campaigns to address specific lived experiences.

Hate motivated incidents and hate crimes are on the rise in Mississauga and Peel Region. The City of Mississauga plays an important role in bringing the community together and working with partners like Peel Regional Police, the Countering Hate Committee and others to combat racism, discrimination and hatred in all its forms. The rise in hate-motivated crime reinforces the importance of the City’s zero-tolerance position on racism, discrimination, and hatred in Mississauga.

For more information about One Mississauga Campaign and to learn how to get involved, visit OneMississauga.ca.

Quotes

“Mississauga is a city that thrives on its diversity, and the One Mississauga campaign is a testament to our commitment to fostering a community where everyone feels they belong. We cannot ignore the growing presence of hate in our communities and so we’re taking a firm stand. Racism, discrimination, and hate have no place here. Together, we can continue building upon a city that is rooted in respect, understanding and where all residents feel safe and valued.” – Carolyn Parrish, Mayor, City of Mississauga.

Download the campaign creative:

April 15, 2025

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Get Your Batteries Ready For Pickup

By Stephen DaskoResources

BRAMPTON, ON (April 14, 2025) – Peel Region will be collecting single-use and rechargeable batteries at the curb starting April 21.

Check your waste collection calendar to find your battery pickup day.

Here’s how to prepare and set out your batteries for collection:

Put your used single-use and rechargeable batteries in a transparent, sealed bag.
Tape the ends of all rechargeable and 9V batteries.
On your battery pickup day, place your battery bag on top of your closed green bin. If you don’t have a green bin, place your battery bag beside your recycling bags.

Thanks to Peel residents, we’ve collected more than 240,000 kgs of batteries that could have otherwise ended up in the landfill.

If you miss your battery pickup day, don’t worry. Check RecycleYourBatteries.ca to find a free drop-off location near you to safely dispose of used and old batteries throughout the year. You can also drop off batteries for free year-round at any Community Recycling Centre near you.

Batteries should never be put in your garbage, recycling, or organics bins – they can cause fires in collection trucks and at facilities, putting workers at risk. By properly disposing of batteries, you’re helping to keep hazardous materials out of landfills, protecting our environment and our Peel community.

April 15, 2025

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Good Friday Holiday Service Hours At Peel Region

By Stephen DaskoAnnouncement, Resources

BRAMPTON, ON (April 14, 2025) – Peel Region offices and non-emergency services will be closed for the Good Friday holiday on Friday, April 18, 2025.

The following non-emergency services are closed and will reopen on Monday, April 21, 2025:

Service Peel Counters
ServiceOntario Counter
Dental Services Contact Centre and Dental Clinics
Family Health Call Centre
Healthy Sexuality Clinics (with the exception of the Meadowvale Healthy Sexuality Clinic, which will reopen on Tuesday, April 22, 2025)

Peel Works Harm Reduction mobile vans will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025, and return to regular operating hours on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Human Services

Early Years and Child Care Services will be closed on Friday, April 18, for Good Friday and will reopen on Monday, April 21. Child Care Subsidy will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday and will reopen on Tuesday, April 22.

Housing Services, Client Services will be closed on Friday, April 18 (Good Friday) and Monday, April 21 (Easter Monday) and will reopen on Tuesday, April 22.

Ontario Works will be closed on Friday, April 18 (Good Friday) and Monday, April 21 (Easter Monday) and will reopen on Tuesday, April 22.

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. For information on emergency shelter, visit the emergency shelter webpage or call 905-450-1996.

Emergency Peel Living Maintenance Requests

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

Vaccination Clinics

Routine school immunization clinics will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025, and Monday, April 21, 2025. To check for available clinics and to book your appointment, visit routine school immunization.

TransHelp

To travel on Friday, April 18, and Saturday, April 19, you must call 905-791-1015 or book online by 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 17.

On Friday, April 18 (Good Friday)

Call us at 905-791-1015 if you need to cancel your trip.
Flexible (same-day) trips will not be provided.
All subscription trips will be cancelled, with the exception of dialysis trips.
TransHelp will operate from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m.
The TransHelp office will be closed and unable to process applications, payments, or feedback.

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

Email transhelp@peelregion.ca or call 905-791-1015 with any questions.

Public Transit

Visit Brampton Transit and Mississauga Transit for holiday schedules.

Waste Collection

There will be no change to your waste collection schedule due to Good Friday. Check your collection calendar to find your pickup day or sign up to receive free waste collection reminders.

All Community Recycling Centres (CRCs) will be closed on Friday, April 18, Sunday, April 20, and Monday, April 21. CRCs will be open on Saturday, April 19, and will resume regular operations on Tuesday, April 22.

Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)

PAMA will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025. We welcome visitors to explore our historic spaces on Monday, April 21, for a family fun activity to celebrate Spring. Admission will be complimentary throughout April, courtesy of the Sikh Foundation of Canada.

April 15, 2025

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Bus Stop Impact – Tuesday April 15th, Until Tuesday April 29th – Dundas Street East (Stop #0878)

By Stephen DaskoTransit

Please be advised that stop #0878 on WB Dundas Street at Neilco Court will be out of service effective Tuesday April 15 until Tuesday April 29 for continuing watermain construction works.

Patrons will be directed to the previous stop #1192 at Jarrow Avenue which is approximately 175 metres east.

Stop #0878 is serviced by Route 1W and 1CW with continued accessible bus service at Stop #1192.

April 15, 2025

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Water Interruption Notice – Tuesday, April 15th, from 9:00am to 5:00pm – 31 Inglewood Drive Mississauga

By Stephen DaskoResources

The Peel Region 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 do this work.

Your water will be turned off on Tuesday, April 15th, from 9:00am to 5:00pm. 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 water interruption

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: Tuesday, April 15th, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Location: 31 Inglewood Drive

Addresses Affected: 22 – 76 Inglewood Drive

Mississauga, ON

Project #: C-603601

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone # 437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

April 15, 2025

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What

Where

When

What is a work zone?

Quotations

About National Immunization Awareness Week

Peel’s 2025 focus

We’re encouraging residents to:

Suggested Social Media Posts

Image Guidance / Visual Pairings

Quotes

Download the campaign creative:

Human Services

Emergency shelter, food, or personal support

Emergency Peel Living Maintenance Requests

TransHelp

Public Transit

Waste Collection

Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)