Ward 5 News

Malton Tree Lighting

This weekend Councillor Parrish attended Malton’s Tree Lighting event at the Malton Community Centre.   The event was filled with tree decorating, freshly popped popcorn, singing Christmas carols and dancing! Carolyn enjoyed seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones!                   Thank you to everyone who came out to […]

MiWay Senior $1 Bus Fare Extended

In June, Councillor Parrish spearheaded a plan that would allow Senior’s to ride MiWay during off-peak hours for $1. The plan manifested into a six-month pilot project ending in December. This passed week Regional Council voted to extend the project! This project helps Mississauga’s aging population get out and around the city at an affordable […]

Recognizing Community Members

This passed weekend Carolyn was honoured to present Certificates of Recognition to members of Malton’s community. These members have willingly volunteered their time to Mount Zion Food Bank and their remarkable spirit of giving is an inspiration to us all. These members have been critical to the success of the Food Bank and we are […]

Holiday City-Run Events & Activities

If you are looking for fun and family-friendly things to do this weekend, there are City-run events happening all over the city. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 Christmas Cookie Craft & Story Time at Meadowvale Library 6677 Meadowvale Town Ctr. Circle, Mississauga Children (3+) $2 (bring a non-perishable food donation) 10 to 11 a.m. Happy Holiday Family […]

MississaugaGives

Today is GivingTuesday – MississaugaGives! After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, GivingTuesday is a day to give back and support the charitable causes that make a difference in Mississauga and the Region of Peel. Whether you choose to make a financial contribution, donate blood, give food or choose to make a difference in another way, join […]

GivingTuesday – MississaugaGives

What is GivingTuesday? GivingTuesday is global movement dedicated to support and give back to local communities. GivingTuesday takes place every year on the Tuesday following Black Friday and Cyber Monday where anyone can contribute to a charitable cause – this year it falls on Tuesday, December 1st, 2015. This initiative started in 2012 in collaboration with the […]

Comic Book Highlight’s Malton’s Heritage!

Heritage Mississauga and Spent Pencils have teamed up to create an annual heritage-themed comic book, The Grange. The first issue highlights Malton’s contribution to Canadian aviation by focusing on Arrow – an aircraft that was ahead of its time. Learn about Malton’s heritage in a fun and visibly engaging way! Click here to view the Legend of […]

Light Up The Square 2015

Date Saturday, November 21, 2015 Time 5 to 9 p.m. Where Mississauga Celebration Square 300 City Centre Dr. Mississauga, ON Mississauga Celebration Square will transform into a winter wonderland on Saturday, November 21 during Light Up the Square 2015. This family-friendly event features the lighting up of the Square and Christmas Tree during an official […]

November 13 – Snow Clearing Deadline

The Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Program is a City-wide program to clear snow windrows at the end of the driveway. The program is offered to seniors (65 years or older) and individuals who are physically disabled as verified by a regulated health professional. The cost of the program is $200 or free depending on whether […]

Anticipated Yard Waste Collection Delay

Please be advised that due to the heavy yard waste volumes set out at the curb we anticipate a delay in yard waste collection for the city of Mississauga on Wednesday November 11th, 2015. Residents that live within the following area will experience a collection delay: Highway 407 to the north, Highway 410/403 to the […]

Urban Coyotes Information Session

Learn how your family and pets can safely coexist with coyotes Coyotes are part of our suburban ecosystem. During an information session, Mississauga Animal Services will share information about coyotes in Mississauga. Learn to safely coexist with urban coyotes, how to keep your family and pets safe and what you can do to protect your […]

2015 Citizen Satisfaction Survey Results

The 2015 Citizen Satisfaction Survey results are in and residents continue to give high marks to the City of Mississauga. The survey results indicate ninety five per cent of citizens are satisfied with Mississauga as a place to live. Mississauga also received top marks for overall quality of life and satisfaction with City services. Some […]

Ward 5 Remembers

In honour of Remembrance Day, Ward 5 proudly remembers from our community: Private John Moore John Moore was born on November 13, 1894 in Malton, Ontario to Irish parents John and Mary Moore. One of four children, John remained in Malton, where he was working as a farmer when he enlisted in November of 1915. […]

How do Malton Street Cats Spend Winter?

Malton residents have shown over and over again how much they care about their village. In keeping with this sense of pride, I, along with Malton Community Animal Rescue, would like to create awareness of the growing street cat population in the community. Street cats are growing in number for several reasons, including a lack […]

Peel Incinerator Cancelled

Before I was elected Ward 5 Councillor, the Region of Peel approved the development of the Peel Energy Recovery Centre (PERC) – a massive waste incinerator located on the Brampton-Mississauga border. I had serious concerns about PERC because of its potential impact on the community of Malton, particularly in regards to increased truck traffic through […]