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Ward 11 Community BBQ
I’m excited to host my annual Ward 11 Community BBQ and you are invited! Last year’s BBQ was so much fun, and I hope to see you again this year! The event details are as follows:
Ward 11 Community BBQ
Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 12pm-2pm
Streetsville Legion outdoor parking lot, 101 Church St, Mississauga, L5M 1M6
Please RSVP to brad.butt@mississauga.ca or 905-896-5011 if you will be attending. I look forward to celebrating with you on July 12th! More info at bradbutt.ca/events.
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Twinning of the Meadowvale North and Streetsville Transmission Mains
The Region of Peel has initiated a Study for the Twinning of the Meadowvale North and Streetsville Transmission Mains to meet the Region's growing water demands. As part of the Study, alternative routes for the new transmission mains are being examined. There are two sub-segments to this route: from Herridge Pumping Station to the Streetsville Reservoir, and from the Streetsville Pumping Station to the Meadowvale North Reservoir. The Study will explore solutions to provide water transmission capacity to service future community growth and development to 2051.
Two Public Information Centres (PICs) will be held during the Study period to obtain input from the public for consideration by the Region. The first PIC is planned for Fall 2025 to present the alternative routes, evaluation, and recommended route. Once the Study is complete, an Environmental Study Report will be prepared and made available for comment. More information will be provided when the PIC is scheduled. For more info, visit the Region’s construction projects website.
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Peel Transition Implementation Act
As you may know, the Province has re-introduced the Peel Transition Implementation Act, which if passed, would transfer jurisdiction over regional roads — including related stormwater infrastructure — from Peel Region to Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon. The Act would also transfer jurisdiction over waste collection from Peel Region to the three lower-tier municipalities.
Regional roads and related stormwater infrastructure would transfer from Peel Region to Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon on July 1, 2026. Waste collection services would transfer from Peel Region to Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon on January 1, 2026. The Ontario Legislature is on summer break and will resume again in mid-October, when this legislation will be voted upon.
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Mississauga Hospital Local Share Contribution
As you may know, on May 28, 2025, City Council unanimously approved a motion from Mayor Carolyn Parrish to provide a municipal contribution towards Trillium Health Partners’ local share for the construction of The Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital and the Shah Family Hospital for Women and Children.
The $390 million contribution will be paid by January 1, 2033, with details on the terms of payment to be finalized during 2026 Budget discussions. The funds for the hospital contribution will be provided through an annual hospital levy of up to 1% per year, and the issuance of a debenture to cover any remaining shortfalls. It is anticipated that the annual 1% hospital levy will begin in 2028, after the current 1% levy for the Public Safety Fire Program (initially levied in 2019) expires; the hospital levy will expire in 2033, after the new hospital is completed.
As you may also know, I brought forward a motion to Council in October 2024 requesting that Council decline the initial Mississauga Hospital local share contribution request of $450 million; the Province waive the requirement for the City to contribute to the local share; and the Province contribute a larger amount to this project, as healthcare is under Provincial jurisdiction. Unfortunately, the Province did not support these requests. Council’s approval of the funding comes after lengthy negotiations with the Province, which has resulted in the City’s local share contribution being reduced by $60 million from the original request of $450 million.
The demand for health care services provided by Trillium Health Partners is expected to increase by nearly seven times more than the average hospital in Ontario. The Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital and the Shah Family Hospital for Women and Children is the largest hospital project in Canadian history and is critical to meeting the healthcare needs of residents in our rapidly growing city, as well as in Peel Region and West Toronto. Click here to read more about the new hospital.
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Streetsville Canada Day
Join us in the heart of the Village for an unforgettable Canada Day celebration filled with music, community spirit, and family fun.
Schedule of Events
Village Square (213 Queen St. S):
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Live music by Sugar
7:00 pm: Cake-cutting ceremony
9:00 pm – 9:15 pm: Streetsville Pipes and Drums performance
9:15 pm: Colour Party Flag Raising Ceremony and O Canada
Memorial Park (335 Church Street):
8:45 pm – 9:50 pm: Live DJ
10:00 pm: Fireworks display
Church Street will be closed from Queen Street South to Main Street on Tuesday, July 1st, 4:30pm to 12:00am. See you on July 1st! For more info, visit villageofstreetsville.com.
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Maintain Storm Drains to Reduce Flooding
Homeowners are responsible for keeping the drains on their property clear to prevent flooding. This includes checking that they aren’t blocked in any way that would prevent water from entering the stormwater system.
It is important to keep a backyard storm drain clear of any debris or other obstructions to allow water in nearby backyards to drain away properly after a rainfall. Pooling water in your backyard may indicate that there could be a backyard storm drain that has been obstructed. Inspecting the area near your property lines may reveal a storm drain that is in need of clearing. Check the lowest points along the rear of your property for storm drain inlets and remove any debris, structures or gardens that obstruct the flow of water.
Always include good grading and drainage when planning for landscaping projects, like installing a swimming pool or retaining walls on your property. Property grading was approved when your home was originally built and changing grading without professional guidance can increase the risk of flooding on your property and neighbouring properties. Click here for more information about maintaining your storm drains.
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E-Fishing in Levi Creek
As you may know, I now serve on the Credit Valley Conservation Board of Directors. CVC is a community-based environmental organization, dedicated to protecting, restoring and managing the natural resources of the Credit River Watershed. I’m excited to serve on the CVC Board and be part of the great work they do in Ward 11, Mississauga and Peel. As you may also know, the CVC’s head office is on Old Derry Rd, in historic Meadowvale Village, adjacent to the beautiful Meadowvale Conservation Area.
On June 6th, I was able to participate in an important watershed monitoring activity in Levi Creek, which is e-fishing. It was a very interesting and informative experience and I look forward to participating in more of the important work that they do to protect our watershed. E-fishing is part of the CVC’s Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program (IWMP), a long-term monitoring program that reports on the health of ecosystems in the Credit River Watershed to understand how healthy our watershed is, whether conditions in our ecosystems are improving, deteriorating or stable and what actions need to be taken to protect our watershed. For more info about the CVC, visit cvc.ca.
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Cycling Master Plan
Whether you’re someone who rides a bicycle regularly, are new to cycling or are thinking of getting on a bicycle, you can help shape the future of cycling in Mississauga. The City is updating its Cycling Master Plan and is looking for your input. The Cycling Master Plan is a long-term plan that maps out the City’s goals for designing and implementing cycling infrastructure and programs in Mississauga. The plan’s goals aim to make cycling safer and more comfortable, build a more accessible cycling network and encourage cycling as a part of a healthy lifestyle.
A survey and mapping tool will be available until Sunday, July 6 for you to share your input. You’ll be able to share your thoughts on what actions the City can take to improve cycling in Mississauga. Take the survey. You can also learn more at the pop up at Wednesday, June 25 – Meadowvale Community Centre
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Ivandale Dr Neighbour’s Night Out
On June 12th I was very pleased to join the Ivandale Dr community and Peel Police for their Operation Clean Sweep and Neighbour’s Night Out BBQ. Ivandale Dr has a great community of neighbours who work together to keep their community safe and clean. We also had a great discussion together about community safety issues. You can read the Ivandale Dr community newsletter to learn more about this great group of neighours.
If you haven’t already done so, I strongly encourage you and your neighbours to start or join a Neighbourhood Watch today, as a way of making your community a safer place. Neighbourhood Watch is an organized group of neighbours looking out for one another, and each other’s property. The no-cost program focuses on neighbourhood transparency, and encourages residents to be aware of crime and suspicious activity that may be happening around them. Ward 11 has many active Neighbourhood Watch groups, so join your neighbours and start a Neighbourhood Watch today.
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Project Outsource
Peel Regional Police, as part of a Joint Force Operation with local and provincial law enforcement partners, have recovered more than $4.2 million in assets following the dismantling of an organized criminal network linked to the towing industry.
In July 2024, Project Outsource was launched to investigate a criminal organization believed to be behind a significant number of extortion incidents and related acts of violence. As the investigation progressed, it became clear that the criminal network operated with two distinct, but interconnected components: one dedicated to extortion and violence, and the other rooted in the towing industry.
Several suspects were found to be associated with towing companies operating under the names Certified Roadside and Humble Roadside. Investigators uncovered evidence that these individuals were engaged in insurance fraud by staging vehicle collisions, and using threats, assaults, and firearms to exert control over local towing operations. 18 individuals have been arrested and charged in connection with the investigation. Read the full news update.
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Project Pelican
Peel Regional Police, working with national and international partners, have dismantled a transnational organized criminal network trafficking illicit drugs into the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The investigation, Project Pelican, marks the largest drug seizure in the service’s history – with nearly $50 million worth of cocaine seized.
In June 2024, Peel Regional Police began investigating a cocaine smuggling operation using U.S.-Canada commercial trucking routes. By November, working with partners including the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations Border Enforcement Task Force in Detroit, multiple individuals, trucking companies, and storage sites linked to the operation were identified. 9 individuals were arrested and charged in connection with the investigation, totalling 35 charges related to firearm and drug offences. Read the full news update
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Call 911 for Emergencies Only
Call 911 when police, fire fighters, or paramedics are needed immediately for a life-threatening emergency or a crime in progress. Many residents are calling 911 for non-emergencies: situations that are important, but not life-threatening or a crime in progress. In 2024, the 911 call centre received 767,966 calls. Approximately 15% of these were accidental or non-emergencies.
For government services, refer to or dial:
· 211 for social services like housing, employment or senior supports.
· 311 for municipal services such as garbage, building permits, and bylaws.
· Town of Caledon at 905-584-2272.
· Peel Region at 905-791-7800, toll-free for Caledon residents at 905-584-2216.
For health and mental health support, refer to or dial:
· 811 for confidential answers to health questions, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
· 988 - a Suicide Crisis Helpline that offers a safe space to talk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
To report a non-emergency situation or submit a complaint, dial:
· Peel Police at 905-453-3311
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Head Outside This Summer
Make memories in Mississauga this summer at the park, by the water or at an event. There are lots of ways to get outdoors this summer.
Play in the Park Program
· Mississauga’s Play in the Park program is a free, supervised, outdoor program for children aged 6 to 12 years old. Children will participate in fun recreational activities including organized games, sports, crafts, themed days and special events in local neighbourhood parks.
Outdoor Pools and Spray Pads
· It’s almost time to open the outdoor pools for the season! Don’t feel like swimming? Find a spray pad near you.
Enjoy a Picnic
· Enjoy an outdoor picnic at our beautiful parks. Visit mississauga.ca/parks to find a park near you.
Fishing
· Interested in fishing but not sure if you’re doing it right? Participate in an informative two-hour long session at Lakefront Promenade and Lake Aquitaine Park.
Click here for more information on great outdoor activities this summer.
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Summer Fun at The Library
If you’re looking fun more fun activities this summer, explore exciting activities for all ages, featuring kids’ clubs, youth programs, and family-friendly performances across all Mississauga Library locations. Click here for more information on summer fun at the Library.
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Brad Butt, Councillor, Ward 11
300 City Centre Drive, 3rd Floor
Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1
Phone: (905) 896-5011
Fax: (905) 896-5863
E-mail: brad.butt@mississauga.ca
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