Carolyn Parrish

MiWay offers Canadian Forces Veterans and their companion free rides on Friday, November 11 for Remembrance Day. “Our veterans are our heroes. Their courage, service and sacrifice can never be forgotten,” said Geoff Marinoff, director of transit. “We encourage our veterans to ride MiWay for free alone or with a companion, who they can identify […]

The City of Mississauga will host a Remembrance Day ceremony on Friday, November 11, 2016 at the Mississauga Civic Centre. The ceremony will take place at the Community Memorial and include two minutes of silence as well as a wreath laying. Veterans who made sacrifices during times of conflict and those who are still making […]

City’s General Committee received a report this morning to extend the stormwater charge subsidy program to eligible low-income seniors, low-income persons with disabilities and working farms. Eligible property owners will receive the subsidy backdated to January 1, 2016. The report will be approved at the upcoming Council meeting on Wednesday, November 9. “City staff across […]

Crisp fall days call for some family fun at Mississauga’s next Earth Market. Come out and learn how to put waste in the right place during this free community event. From environmental exhibitors and local treats to a meet and greet with scaly creatures and percussion beats by Envirodrum, there is something for everyone to […]

At General Committee, City Council approved a permanent exemption to the Fireworks By-law. The exemption will allow fireworks to be set off during Diwali and Chinese New Year. Currently, the relevant by-laws provide exemptions to waive the permit requirements for Victoria Day and Canada Day only. “We appreciate that fireworks are an important part of […]

During the fall, the City of Mississauga provides Vacuum Leaf Pickup service to streets that are more than 35 years old and contain many mature large trees. Streets with fewer and younger trees are not included in the program. Addresses eligible for Leaf Pickup will receive a direct-mail notice that indicates when leaves will be […]

The City of Mississauga is participating in a Partners in Project Green recycling collection drive in support of Waste Reduction Week, October 17 to 23. Throughout the week, City employees and residents can drop off their unwanted electronics and used clothing at no charge to Iceland Arena, City Hall, Mississauga Central Library or any one […]

Mississauga City Council has approved a list of City projects to be submitted for consideration under two Government of Canada funding programs: Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF) and Clean Water Wastewater Fund (CWWF). “City Council and staff work hard to ensure Mississauga is well positioned and ready to put forward projects that align to these […]

Looking to add a little fun to your Halloween this year? The City has you covered with a number of terrorifically-themed programs, frightful events and ghostly activities that truly celebrate the spirt of Halloween. From scary movies, mysterious tree plantings, eerie cemetery tours, sinister skates and bike rides, there are a ton of ways to […]

Navdeep Bains, Member of Parliament (Mississauga – Malton), on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced $199,000 in funding for “Brilliance Together,” the City of Mississauga’s program that will mark Canada’s 150th Anniversary. The funding will be used to support community initiatives designed to give over 25,000 Canadians opportunities to celebrate […]

Toronto Pearson International Airport and the City of Mississauga are creating an exciting new plane-viewing platform at Danville Park in Mississauga. Residents will have the opportunity to choose various design features they would like to see for the platform, such as seating and viewing tools. The City of Mississauga will use the feedback to design […]

MiWay riders will receive up-to-the-minute information about their next bus starting November 1.The responsive Plan a Trip website will allow riders to know the exact time the bus will arrive at their stop. The information will be refreshed every 60 seconds for scheduled routes and buses. “We’re listening to our customers who asked for a […]

If you could do a few simple things that could save your family and home from fire, would you do them? Replacing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms every 10 years, replacing alarm batteries once a year and staying in the kitchen while cooking, does this sound difficult? These simple actions could mean the difference between […]

Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) starts off the month with a very exciting line–up celebrating Culture Days. Connect with friends and family this October and participate in our many exciting programs and events such as our All About Sculpture workshops, Family Art and Yoga, Secrets and Scandals tour and more. We are happy to announce that pay what […]

Mississauga’s online budget allocator for the 2017 Budget is now available at mississauga.ca/budget. The online budget allocator lets residents choose their preferred spending option on selected City services. From roads and recreation programs to fire and emergency services, City services impact people’s lives every day. Decisions about City services drive the budget. Residents can use […]

Paul Coffey Day is just over a week away and all of Mississauga is buzzing! This free event is taking place on Friday, September 23rd and will be full of food, fun and fireworks. The celebration marks the official renaming ceremony for Paul Coffey Arena and Park, formerly Malton Arena and Wildwood Park. A free family […]

As of August 29, 2016, Region of Peel TransHelp clients can pay their account through online banking, making managing account payments easier and more efficient. This online banking option is fast, secure and accessible any time. Clients can still also keep their accounts up-to-date over the phone and in person at 2 Copper Road. Important […]