Recently our office has received numerous calls and emails regarding CRA scams. This is just a reminder that the CRA WILL NEVER: ask for personal information by email or text message; request payment by prepaid credit card; share your tax information with another person or organization, unless you have agreed that it can be shared; leave […]
Yesterday, City Council passed a resolution urging the Provincial Government to use the provincial cap and trade program to provide $200 million for cycling infrastructure across Ontario over the next four years. A letter of support from Mayor Crombie will be sent to the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change and other municipalities across […]
The City of Mississauga’s Budget Committee will meet on Wednesday, June 15 to begin its review of the 2017 – 2020 Business Plan and the City Budget. The Budget is the document that outlines how City resources are spent to support programs/services and advance the Strategic Plan. Public Engagement Budget Committee meetings will have dedicated time for […]
The Region of Peel would like to remind residents who generate home health-care waste that they need to properly dispose of it. “The Region of Peel is currently seeing an increase in the amount of home health-care waste that is being placed in recycling,” says Norm Lee, the Region’s Waste Management Director. “We’d like to […]
Give them one week and Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services (MFES) will show 20 teenaged girls, ages 15 to 19, what a career in fire service could look like through the new program Camp Ignite. “Diversity in our fire service is an extremely important issue for us. It’s essential that residents are able to see […]
The City of Mississauga is launching a new type of sport – FlingGolf – at the Academy golf course at BraeBen. FlingGolf provides players with a nine-hole experience similar to the game of golf with a lacrosse, baseball and hockey twist. “We introduced FlingGolf at BraeBen because it can be played on the same course […]
With temperatures rising and summer well on its way, Mississauga residents looking to cool off can beat the heat at one of Mississauga’s spray pads, pools and parks. Spray Pads On May 28, Mississauga will open its 18 spray pads for children to enjoy all summer long – weather permitting (Lake Aquitaine Park is closed […]
Spring was a late bloomer this year but we welcome the warm weather after a frosty winter! This is just a friendly reminder to keep your front lawns clean and cut in order to comply with Property Standards Bylaw 654-98. This Bylaw states the following: “Maintain your property in a manner that does not allow […]
The City of Mississauga’s Civic Award of Recognition Evening will honour more than 100 Mississauga residents for their outstanding contribution to the community. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the program. WHEN: Tuesday, May 31, 2016 Ceremony: 7 – 8 p.m. Reception: 8 – 9 p.m. WHERE: Mississauga Civic Centre – […]
The City’s first Public Art Master Plan, which builds upon the Council endorsed Framework for a Public Art Program was introduced during today’s General Committee meeting. The Public Art Master Plan provides 54 recommendations designed to direct the expansion and implementation of a continued successful public art program throughout the city over the next five […]
For a third straight year, the City of Mississauga is offering youth ages 12 to 14 the Freedom Pass. The popular pass provides incentives like swimming for free at City pools and riding MiWay free all summer long. The pass begins on July 1 and is valid through to August 31. “Summer is the perfect […]
Mississauga City Council passed a motion last Wednesday calling on the Province of Ontario to impose a ban on door-to-door sales activities in the home services sector. The ban specifically addresses the sale or lease of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, water heaters, water filtration systems and other related home energy products and services […]
Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services (MFES) want you to open your door this Spring and Summer when fire crews come knocking to talk about fire safety. Home Safe Home (HSH) is a free city-wide education and awareness program that teaches residents about fire prevention and life safety. Until September, fire crews will be going door […]
From May 1 to 7 the City of Mississauga is hosting its annual Rebel campaign. The campaign empowers youth ages 13 to 30 to get involved and make a difference within their community through music, film, the arts, culture and sport. Rebel16 features free drop-ins, workshops, events and activities all created by youth for youth. […]
Earth Day is a day dedicated to environmental protection and is celebrated annually across the globe. Each city hosts a series of events where residents gather together to symbolize their commitment to the environment. The City of Mississauga is committed to greening its city and has hosted many events aimed at curbing our carbon footprint […]
The City of Mississauga is proposing required licensing of outdoor clothing donation drop boxes by June 1, 2016 through its Business Licensing By-law. “There are currently requirements for clothing donation boxes under the City’s Zoning By-law including that they be for registered charities,” said Mickey Frost, Director, Enforcement. “The proposed changes to the Business Licensing […]
On May 1, some MiWay fares will increase while cash, student and child fares remain the same. “Some MiWay fares are increasing to offset the cost of system enhancements and maintain the sharing of transit costs between riders and taxpayers. MiWay remains an affordable transportation option in Mississauga with fares that compare to other Greater Toronto […]
The City’s Property Standards By-law is to be amended to help address concerns around the storage of the new Region of Peel Waste and Recycling Collection Carts. “The City does not currently regulate the storage of the carts,” said Mickey Frost, Director, Enforcement. “The by-law is restricting cart storage to the rear or side yard, […]
This is just a reminder that tomorrow is Good Friday. Our office and City Hall will be closed. Any inquiries or concerns that you may have can be sent through our website or by emailing [email protected]. Regular office hours of 8:30-4:30 will resume Monday, March 28th. This is also a reminder that Good Friday is […]
Residents in the Cities of Brampton and Mississauga and urban areas in the Town of Caledon are advised that yard waste collection starts Monday, March 14. Additionally, residents in rural areas of Caledon will now have their yard waste picked up eight times a year on Fridays. “We are pleased to offer residents an early […]
