Effective April 27, 2015, MiWay will be implementing major service changes on several routes to improve service reliability. Route 42 – Derry: Will have improved service frequency with buses departing every 10 minutes during weekday rush hours, every 20 minutes during the midday and every 35 minutes on Saturdays. Route 15 – Drew: In an […]
Park playground upgrades, transportation improvements and facility renovations are some of the many ways Mississauga is creating a barrier-free community for residents, visitors and employees. “2014 was an extremely successful year in ensuring the City is more accessible for everyone,” said Diana Simpson, Mississauga’s Accessibility Coordinator. “We worked with several partners to improve services, facilities […]
Celebrate Basant Panchami, the colorful spring festival of kites During March Break celebrate the Spring Festival of Kites at the Mississauga Central Library in partnership with Kids’ CBC. This free, family-friendly event features a full line-up of exciting activities for kids between the ages of two and six years old. What: Spring Festival of Kites […]
As your new Councillor, I would like to ask for your feedback on the archways that cross Airport Rd. at two locations. I have heard from many residents who would like to have the archways that cross Airport Rd. at two locations removed. When the planned traffic light is installed at the intersection of Drew […]
Mississauga seniors hoping to learn if they would be able to ride transit buses for just $1 will have to wait as City of Mississauga councillors today chose to pass on making a decision. Ward 5 councillor Carolyn Parrish was set to introduce a motion that, if passed, would have created a one-year pilot project […]
Providing cheap transit for seniors is just the right thing to do, according to a Mississauga councillor. Ward 5 councillor Carolyn Parrish is set to introduce a motion on Wednesday at council that will create a one-year pilot project where seniors can ride transit buses for $1. The motion, which will be seconded by Ward […]
Frank McKechnie Library 905-615-4660 March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day Family Storytime 2-2:30 pm All ages Free March 18 – Family Movie Day 2-4 pm All ages Free March 19 – Craft Day 2-3 pm Ages: 6Y+ $2 March 20 Book Art 2-3:30 pm Ages: 12Y+ $2 Malton Library 905-615-4640 March 16 – Family […]
The Peel Elder Abuse Prevention Network is hosting a Money Smarts Expo for Seniors Topics include: Mass Marketing Fraud and Cybercrime Awareness Understanding Wills and Powers of Attorney Renovating Homes for Seniors Smart Travel Tips for Older Adults Wednesday, March 11, 2015 – Doors Open at 9am Trinity Hall, Canadian Coptic Centre 1245 Eglinton Ave. […]
The 2015 City of Mississauga Designated Heritage Property Grant Program is Open Grants will help property owners with repair, restoration and conservation costs associated with their designated heritage properties Designated heritage property owners in Mississauga are eligible to apply for grant funding to help with the restoration, conservation and repair to their property as designated […]
Based on the success of the City’s “ActiveAssist” Fee Assistance Program, Mississauga City Council approved expanding access to allow 2,500 more low-income households to register and participate. “ActiveAssist” provides eligible low-income households a fee credit of $275 per person per year. The credit can be applied to activities such as swimming, skating, fitness and summer […]
Today, Council approved changes to Mississauga’s Leash-Free Zones to keep them safe for users. Anyone walking more than four dogs at one time, up to a limit of eight dogs, in one of Mississauga’s Leash-Free Zones will need to apply for a permit from the City of Mississauga. This permit must be visible while using […]
Peel Public Health is monitoring increased measles activity across Ontario and is following up with all Peel residents known to have been exposed to measles. The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care is advising individuals who attended the “Acquire the Fire” event, a mass gathering of youth that was held in Toronto at Queensway Cathedral […]
By the end of summer 2015, we expect construction to be complete at Malton Village Park on Beverley St. This new facility will be a great place for families, youth and seniors to enjoy. Some of the enhancements to look forward to include: a shady gazebo playground with accessible elements two tennis courts a multi-purpose court […]
On February 11, Council approved the 2015 Budget. See what it means for city services – including fire & emergency services, libraries and transit:http://bit.ly/1ypE674
Plan a visit to your neighbourhood community centre on February 16 to enjoy some great, free activities with your family! Both Malton Community Centre and Frank McKechnie Community Centre are offering free programs – see the city-wide Family Day schedule here.
“During budget deliberations this morning, Mississauga councillors decided to hold off on approving a plan that would offer $1 transit rides to seniors. The decision will now be made next month. Ward 5 councillor Carolyn Parrish, who brought up the idea of providing seniors with a $1 fare to ride MiWay during non-peak hours earlier […]
In 2016, the Region of Peel is changing to cart-based, bi-weekly waste collection. All residents who have curbside pick up need to choose the cart sizes that suit their household by March 31, 2015. The Region will be hosting an open house on Wednesday, February 11 from 4:30pm to 8:30pm at the Malton Community Centre. […]
In the coming weeks, Council will be meeting regularly to map out the City’s 2015 budget. You can get more information about where the City gets its revenue and how its spent on the Budget Highlights website. Then use the Budget Allocator Tool to let the City know how you would assign the funds to: […]
Stay warm and safe in extremely cold weather. In Ward 5, Malton Community Centre and Frank McKechnie Community Centre are available to people looking to get relief from the cold. Get more tips about keeping warm here.
Mississauga has several indoor and outdoor rinks to enjoy this winter. In Ward 5 there’s a Natural Ice Rink in Eastgate Park -320 Nahani Way. It will be open, weather permitting, until mid-March. For more information about Outdoor Rinks in Mississauga, click here.
