The debate at City Hall this afternoon was long and, at times, contentious. However, in the end, Council approved a plan to implement a six-month pilot project that will allow seniors to ride MiWay outside the morning and evening rush hour (between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.) on weekdays as well as on weekends and […]
The City of Mississauga has initiated the MyMalton project, a review of the planning policies that shape the look and feel of the Malton community. The first community consultation for the project happened in early May where you told us what you liked about Malton, its challenges, and great ideas for improvement. The 2nd community […]
This weekend, get into the excitement of the Pan Am Games! On Saturday, drop in at the Hershey Centre and try some free combative sports. And on Sunday, check out the Torch Relay as it makes its way from Celebration Square to Port Credit. The Viva Mississauga Combative Sports Event is a free community event, […]
City begins 2016 budget process with preliminary budget overview Starting on June 10 with its first meeting, Mississauga’s Budget Committee will begin the process of reviewing the 2016 Business Plan and 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 […]
Celebration Square has a jammed schedule of special events all summer long. From the Farmers’ Market (which started today), to some of Mississauga’s biggest festivals and free fitness classes – there’s something for everyone! Visit the Celebration Square website to see what’s going on!
On May 27, Council approved a stormwater charge which will reduce the risk of flooding and improve water quality in the City. The charge will be shown on your Region of Peel water bill in 2016. With heavy rainfall and a large amount of non-porous lands, including rooftops and asphalt, the amount of stormwater flowing […]
To raise awareness about Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in Mississauga, Forestry staff will host information booths, a tree planting and a Twitter Chat during the week of June 1 to 5. The goal is to update residents on what the City is doing to manage EAB and what residents can do to manage the impact […]
The next MyMalton session is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17 from 5:30-9:30pm. It will be held at the Malton Community Centre – Hall A. The MyMalton project is a City-initiated review of the planning policies that shape the look and feel of the Malton community. The project begins with Community Consultation that will result in an updated and […]
Mississauga City Council approved the new stormwater charge at today’s meeting. The stormwater charge will be on the Region of Peel water bill starting in January 2016. Council approved: • Stormwater Corporate Report • Stormwater Funding Program Policy • Stormwater Credit Policy for Multi-Residential and Non-Residential Properties • Stormwater Charge Subsidy Policy Background What the new charge means to […]
Head over to the MiWay Open House on June 7 to see what’s coming next on the Mississauga Transitway. Learn how you can make your commute more efficient just like the MiWay bus that bypasses congested roads on the Mississauga Transitway. What: Open House – Discover Your Station on the Mississauga Transitway When: Sunday, June 7, […]
The City of Mississauga is raising awareness about National Access Awareness Week taking place June 1 to 7. The City is recognizing staff who deliver exceptional accessible customer service and highlighting the importance of how sports can be inclusive for all. “Sport events like the Pan Am and Parapan Am Games bring people of all […]
On May 9, over 100 area residents met for a Community Workshop to learn more about the possible widening and to express their opinions. Many more contributed their views in writing to the City. At this point, the City is finalizing the Environmental Assessment for the road, looking at the impacts of the proposed widening […]
The Nuisance Sign Removal Program is a way residents can participate and help the City of Mississauga keep boulevards free of illegal signs. To participate in the program, residents must: be 18 years of age or older carefully read the Nuisance Sign Removal Agreement; print and sign two copies of the agreement; and bring or […]
Mississauga Council reviewed plans for bringing a new City stormwater charge into effect at today’s General Committee meeting. The charge will help reduce the risk of flooding, protect water quality and will appear on the Region of Peel water bill starting in January 2016. “Having a dedicated and fair stormwater charge is the right thing […]
A councillor downwind from an incinerator proposed for south Brampton is concerned that a new waste-to-energy facility would aggravate Malton’s air pollution problems. “I’m just giving everyone a heads up that I am not giving up on this one,” said Mississauga Councillor Carolyn Parrish on plans that could place a new incinerator on Torbram Road, […]
The Emerald Ash Borer left many trees in Mississauga devastated. Dead ash trees are located on properties across Mississauga and may only become apparent now, as their leaves haven’t returned after winter. If an ash tree is identified as a source of danger on private property, a Property Standards Order (PSO) will be issued by […]
Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services (MFES) is launching its annual Home Safe Home (HSH) program beginning May 15. It is a free city-wide education and awareness program that teaches residents about fire prevention and life safety. From May to September, fire crews go door-to-door distributing fire safety materials and conducting fire safety surveys to ensure […]
If you are planning to use fireworks on Victoria Day think safety first and take time to review the City’s fireworks By-law 0293-2001. Did you know that fireworks can only be set off on two statutory holidays – Victoria Day and Canada Day or on a day for which a permit has been issued by […]
City Council passed a motion supporting the Region of Peel’s efforts to change provincial legislation on how Ontario businesses dispose of waste. Many municipalities across the province are looking to have the existing Waste Diversion Act amended to include tighter restrictions on individual waste producers. “As municipal leaders, we want to show our support and […]
MiWay is hosting four MiWay Five open houses this month for residents and MiWay customers to review and comment on the future of Mississauga’s transit network and service. MiWay Five is a five-year public transit plan starting in 2016 to 2020. As part of the plan, MiWay is reviewing where, when and how frequently buses […]
