Ward 5 News

Special Thanks To Westwood Square

A very warm thank you goes out to the people at Westwood Square for their hard work over the holiday season and generous contributions in support of The Mississauga Food Bank. Raising $900 for food signifies the amount of gifts they wrapped – which is a lot! Thanks to everyone who supported Westwood Square gift wrap […]

Looking For Something To Do On Family Day?

Monday, February 15th is Family Day! If you are looking for fun and FREE activities to do with your family, then make a stop at your local reaction facility. On family day both Malton Community Centre and Frank McKechnie Community Centre are hosting free family activities. Malton Community Centre 3540 Morning Star Dr, L4T 1Y2 905-615-4640 […]

Public Meeting Notice

A public meeting regarding a development proposal for will be held on Monday, February 1, 2016 from 3 p.m.-7 p.m. It will take place at The Holy Remnant Apostolic Church at 3233-1C Brandon Gate Drive. Click the link below to view the posting:   Public Meeting Notice      

Looking For Things To Do This Weekend?

Mississauga News has posted 10 things that are happening this weekend in Mississauga. From sporting events to theatrical shows, you can find something that will entertain you! Click this link for Chris Clay’s insight into Mississauga fun.   If you’re looking something fun to do with your family that is not included in the list, […]

Frozen Water Pipes

It’s the season of Cold Weather Advisory and during this time some homeowners may experience frozen water pipes. The Region of Peel has provided tips for thawing frozen pipes should it happen in your home. Locate the suspected frozen area of the water pipe (it is usually close to the exterior wall or where the water enters the […]

Driving in Winter Weather

We’re receiving quite a bit of snow today and if you’re travelling on the roads, you know how stressful winter driving can be. Here are a few tips from the Ministry of Transportation for winter-ready driving: Get your vehicle ready for winter. This includes carrying an ice scraper, having plenty of washer fluid, and installing […]

5 Biggest Challenges Facing Mississauga in 2016

Going into 2016, Mississauga has new challenges and opportunities looming on the horizon. Last year was a transitional one with a brand new mayor, the guarantee of a brand new train and the emergence of solid plans to restructure and reinvigorate the city’s transit system and improve historical nodes (namely Cooksville). All in all, the future […]

Carts & Waste Collection Days

We hope that everyone had a safe and joyful holiday season and we cannot wait to get started on projects that will benefit our ward in the new year! This is just a reminder that cart-based waste collection starts the first week of January. Also, your waste collection pick-up days may have changed in the […]

Malton deserves its fair share

Pearson International has become the first Canadian airport to welcome 40 million passengers in one year. Pearson is now second only to New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport in passenger traffic in North America. More good news. Malton (home to the airport) is blessed with two high profile politicians: Mississauga Councillor Carolyn Parrish, and MP […]

A Message from the Region of Peel

Seven Ways You Can Protect Your Home’s Water Pipes This Winter The Region of Peel is responsible for maintaining and upgrading the water and sewer pipes outside your property line. For those residents who are homeowners, you are responsible for maintaining water and sewer pipes from your property line to inside your house. In extremely […]

St. Gertrude – WildeWood School Zone Safety Award

We’re pleased to announce that Ward 5’s own St. Gertrude Catholic School is one of four recipients to receive the WildeWood School Zone Safety Award! This school has demonstrated that they have a team of staff and volunteers that deserve to be recognized for the efficient operation of the School Zone Safety Program, also known […]

MiWay Holiday Hours

  Visit www.miway.ca/holidayservice  for transit service levels from December 21, 2015 to January 4, 2016. MiWay is also offering free and extended evening service on New Year’s Eve. Don’t forget, Senior $1 bus fare is still active for off-peak hours during the week, and all-day on weekends and holidays!