Outdoor Recreation Open
Golf courses, tennis and basketball courts, spray pads, marinas, baseball diamonds, BMX and skate parks have reopened. Please do your part and please stay safe.

For more information as to what's open, please click here.
COVID-19 Vaccine Update
Starting today, May 31st, Peel residents aged 80+ who received their first dose at a Peel Public Health vaccination clinic can visit the provincial website or call the provincial booking line at 1-833-943-3900 (TTY for people who are deaf, hearing-impaired or speech-impaired: 1-866-797-0007). Eligible residents can also call the Region of Peel COVID-19 Vaccination Line at 905-791-5202, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 7 days a week to re-book their appointment.
 
Most Peel residents aged 80+ received their first dose at hospital clinics. Information on shortened interval second dose booking is available online for individuals who received their first dose at William Osler Health System or Trillium Health Partners
 
Residents are encouraged to get their second dose at the same location as their first dose and are reminded that it must be the same vaccine type. If residents are unable to attend the same location as their first dose, other options include primary care providers and pharmacies. Once residents have a new second dose appointment, they are encouraged to cancel their original appointment.
 
Second doses of COVID-19 vaccines at a shortened interval has already begun for certain groups, including high-risk health care workers, individuals with certain health conditions and First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals and their household members.

Please be patient, as appointments for second doses at the shortened interval will be phased in as per the provincial schedule and in alignment with the vaccine supply. 

For more information on eligibility and how to book your appointment, please click here.

If you need help booking, call the Region of Peel COVID-19 Vaccination Line at 905-791-5202, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., 7 days a week.

Get transportation to Vaccine Clinics: 
Individuals who have challenges getting to and from the vaccine can use TransHelp. Call 905-791-1015 at least 48 hours in advance to make your booking. 
Note: You are not required to be a current TransHelp client.   

Please note vaccination information is subject to change without notice, so we encourage you to keep checking the Region of Peel website as information is updated frequently.
Gypsy Moth Update
I have heard from a number of residents about the Gypsy Moth again this year. Unfortunately, the City is not spraying in 2021 for Gypsy Moth however I am strongly advocating for another aerial spray in affected areas for spring 2022.
To provide some background, the City works closely with neighbouring municipalities and agencies to ensure we are staying up-to-date on current practices, science, and being resourceful with partnerships whenever possible.

Aerial spraying is not being implemented in 2021 in Mississauga, Hamilton nor Toronto.

This year, treatment for Gypsy Moth focuses on Tree Azin injections and ground spray of Btk on public trees.

Neighbouring municipalities that are conducting aerial sprays of Btk for Gypsy Moth (Oakville, Burlington, TRCA, and Conservation Halton) are also focusing on public woodlands and not spraying residential/private properties or parks.

The City last sprayed in 2018 over 1,900 hectares and tend to be on a 7-9 year cycle.

Staff is now noticing a trend of the moths becoming more “naturalized” and less “cyclical”. Further egg mass testing is scheduled for the fall to predict future populations and City staff will evaluate treatment options for 2022 and will present to Council with a treatment plan for approval.

Although we had a cool wet spring, the milder winters are not killing off enough of the egg masses as we have seen in previous years.

Decisions to aerial spray need to be made very early in the calendar year to get the necessary approvals that take weeks from agencies like Ministry of Environment and Transport Canada (due to proximity to local airports and flight paths).

For "Frequently Asked Questions" on Gypsy Moths please click here.

For more information and how to manage Gypsy Moths on your property, click here.
Have your say on Mississauga's Cultural Districts
Mississauga is well-positioned to become an arts-friendly city.

With a growing arts, culture and creative industry scene and unique neighbourhoods that are emerging as popular hubs of creativity and innovation, Mississauga is well positioned to be an arts-friendly city. Many neighbourhoods in Mississauga are intensifying and we are witnessing a growing cluster of arts and culture facilities, and diverse entertainment, retail and dining options. The waterfront is more vibrant than ever and teeming with boating enthusiasts, cyclists, art lovers and foodies. Exciting things are already happening in our city and the stage is set for the development of Cultural Districts.

What are Cultural Districts?

Cultural districts are distinct, mixed-use areas that attract people because of their high concentration of cultural facilities (e.g. studios, performance venues, galleries, museums) and activities (e.g. events, shopping, dining, and public space activations). These neighbourhoods act as local cultural destinations that invite residents and visitors alike to engage in creative expression, social gathering and community building.

Introducing Mississauga’s Cultural Districts

Building on recommendations in the 2019-2029 Culture Master Plan to focus cultural development and City services in distinct cultural districts, we have identified six neighbourhoods for the establishment of Cultural Districts:

  • Clarkson
  • Cooksville
  • Downtown
  • Malton
  • Port Credit
  • Streetsville

Click here for more information on Cultural District boundaries and the District-specific themes that will frame how these neighbourhoods develop as focal points for culture in Mississauga.

How you can get involved

In 2021 we are looking for you to get involved and help us plan for Mississauga's Cultural Districts.

We want to hear from you! Complete the SURVEY, share your insights in the MAP, contribute to the IDEA BANK and submit questions to the Q/A.

This page will be your one stop shop for everything related to the Districts, upcoming engagement opportunities and information regarding future events and public space activations!

For more information, please click here.
Have Your Say – Does Mississauga Need an Apartment Building Standards and Maintenance Program?
Mississauga has a number of property-related by-laws that detail the requirements for maintaining rental apartment buildings and other properties across the city.
Staff are currently assessing the need for an Apartment Building Standards and Maintenance Program similar to the City of Toronto’s RentSafeTO program.
 
The proposed program could include a proactive rental building inspection plan.

Anyone with an interest in rental apartment building standards and maintenance can share their experiences, thoughts and ideas by visiting mississauga.ca/apartment-standards-and-maintenance to ask a question and take the online survey.
The input received will help determine the need for a standards and maintenance program for rental apartment buildings in Mississauga.

The online survey is available until July 31, 2021.

For more information, please click here.
Mississauga’s Older Adult Expo Offers Online Activities for Older Adults
Mark your calendars for the 2021 Older Adult Expo. June is Seniors Month in Ontario – a time to recognize Mississauga’s older adults and the contributions they have made to their community.
The City of Mississauga is celebrating by dedicating the entire month of June to the older adult community by offering free, informative webinars on weekdays to residents ages 55 and up. Webinars are a blend of both live and pre-recorded sessions.

This year’s expo begins on Tuesday, June 1 and the theme is Stay Safe, Active and Connected.

WHAT:
2021 Mississauga Older Adult Expo Online

WHO:
Older adults (ages 55 and up)

WHEN:
Live kick-off event on Tuesday, June 1 at 11 a.m. – join online. Each session opens up five minutes before the start time.
WHERE:
The 2021 Older Adult Expo will be offered online this year. Interested participants can access activities online at mississauga.ca/expo.

COST:
Free for Older Adults (55+)

This year’s online expo provides older adults with the opportunity to connect with others in their community and learn about available programs and services to help them live safe, healthy and active lives. For more information on how older adults can stay active in Mississauga, visit mississauga.ca/olderadults.
City of Mississauga Offers Summer Camps for Children to Get Active Outside
The City of Mississauga is planning to offer a variety of summer day camp programs that include: Summer Fun Camp (4.5 to 12 years old), Outdoor Explorers Camp (8 to 10 years old) and Outdoor Leadership Camp (10 to 12 years old).

The City is opening up registration for these summer camps as of Tuesday, May 25 at 6 a.m. to Mississauga residents and June 1 to non-residents. Registration for the camps is required and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents can register directly at ActiveMississauga.ca and if programs are full, the waitlist option can be selected.

Customer Service support is available at 905-615-4100 (Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

All camps are expected to start on Monday, July 5 and will run for 9 weeks until Friday, September 3, 2021. Camps will be held at 10 community centre locations within the City as well as Port Credit Arena.

For more information, please click here.