Ward 11 E-Newsletter

Enhanced Road Safety Initiatives in School Zones and Community Safety Zones



While the use of automated speed enforcement (ASE) cameras ended last November as a result of provincial legislation, Mississauga remains committed to road safety. Following the province’s decision to cancel ASE cameras, the City has received interim provincial funding of $2,242,888 from the Road Safety Initiatives Fund (RSIF). Additional provincial funding of $8,934,513 will be provided to enhance road safety initiatives in school zones and community safety zones across the city, reimbursed after costs are incurred by the City.

RSIF is only eligible to be used in school zones and community safety zones where ASE cameras were deployed or were intended to be deployed. The City is planning to implement the immediate interim RSIF equally across all 11 wards resulting in approximately $200,000 of funding available to each ward. It is anticipated that each ward could receive road safety improvements in three to four school zones. Learn more in this news release.

Report Your Child’s Updated Vaccination Records



Peel Public Health (PPH) will continue working with families and school boards to ensure students meet the school attendance requirements of Ontario’s Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA). Medical Officers of Health have the operational discretion to make decisions about ISPA enforcement. Suspension is a last resort and is used only when the required documentation is not received by the deadline.

How Peel Public Health is working with families and schools:

·        PPH provides 2 separate notification letters a few months apart with clear instruction to give families time to catch up on missing vaccines or report doses to PPH before a suspension order is issued.

·        PPH is holding in-school vaccination catch up clinics for secondary students. Families can also book an appointment for March Break clinics.

·        Public health nurses will provide extra onsite support to schools leading up to suspension periods. Staff have also equipped school boards with webinars and communication toolkits to help guide families through the process.

Things parents can do right now

1.   Check your child’s vaccination record online

Check if you have submitted all vaccine records to Peel Public Health at child vaccination reporting. If information is missing, you can enter and upload records through the website. Vaccines required for school include protection against measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella, and meningococcal disease. If your child is 16 years or older, they will need to call PPH themselves to access their account. Because of privacy legislation, information about their account cannot be provided to parents without the child’s consent.

2.   Report any missing vaccinations

If your child already has the vaccines, report them as soon as you receive a letter from Peel Public Health. In some cases, records may appear incomplete even when a student isn’t missing vaccines; this happens when doses have not yet been reported to public health. You can report your child vaccinations. An instructional video on the website can help those who need it.

3.   Catch up on missing vaccines

If your child is missing vaccine doses, book an appointment with your healthcare provider or at a Peel Public Health clinic.

Spring Maintenance and Cleanup Work Begins in Mississauga



With the arrival of milder weather, the City of Mississauga's annual spring maintenance and cleanup work has begun. This season, work will be taking place on the City’s roads, sidewalks, trails and parks, weather permitting.

Roads and sidewalks

·        Repairing potholes and asphalt on City roads, including residential streets and bike lanes.

·        Inspecting and repairing sidewalks.

·        Repairing sod damage caused by snow-clearing operations.

·        Cleaning up litter on roadways, catch basins and drains.

·        Sweeping streets and flushing hard surfaces. This includes curb-face sidewalks, traffic islands, hard-surfaced boulevards, roads, curbside gutters and on-street bike lanes., etc.

Parks, trees and trails

·        Cleaning up litter.

·        Cleaning up trails, turf areas and maintaining natural areas.

·        Cutting grass and cleaning up plant beds along certain City boulevards. 

·        Planting trees in parks and on boulevards.

·        Proactively inspecting trees in parks and on boulevards for any health or safety concerns that need to be addressed.

·        Trimming and pruning trees, hedges and bushes away from roadways and sidewalks.

·        Maintaining recently planted trees, etc.

You can support the City’s spring maintenance activities by calling 311 or submitting an online service request to report potholes, illegal signs, damaged or debris-covered catch basins. You can also report damaged sidewalks, curbs and sod, litter or dumping, damaged trees, dead or unhealthy trees and those in need of pruning.

Mississauga’s next municipal election is on October 26, 2026



Mississauga is preparing for the next municipal election. This will take place on Monday, October 26, 2026. Voters will choose Mississauga’s Mayor, City/Regional Councillors and School Board Trustees.

Check the Voters’ List

Make sure your information is up to date before voting. You can check, update or add your information for both municipal and provincial elections online now. Use Elections Ontario’s Voter Registration service to get started. To learn more about Mississauga’s 2026 Municipal Election, visit mississauga.ca/elections

Mental Maths World Cup Event



Students from EXCELSTEAM Canada, a not-for-profit STEAM based organization, participated for the very first time in the Mental Maths World Cup hosted by Live MCL, which tests mental prowess and agility of the 8600+ contestants across 57 countries. I was very pleased to attend this wonderful event and congratulate everyone who participated. Congratulations to all of the participants and organizers on a very successful event!

Affordable Transit Program



The Affordable Transit Program (ATP), which launched as a pilot in 2014, is a partnership between the City of Mississauga and Peel Region. The program provides a 50 per cent discount on MiWay adult monthly passes for eligible Mississauga residents. Starting April 1, the program will also offer a 50 per cent discount on PRESTO single fares for eligible youth and for adult riders. This will provide program participants with more ways to pay their fare on MiWay and make transit more equitable for those who may not need a monthly pass for their travels in Mississauga. Visit Peel Region's website to view eligibility requirements and apply.

13 Vehicles Recovered in Mississauga Auto Theft Investigation



Investigators from the 11 Division Break and Enter Auto Response Unit and Community Intervention and Response Team have recovered 13 vehicles from an organized auto crime group, with an estimated value of more than $800,000. 

In October 2025, police commenced an investigation into an organized auto crime group involving multiple stolen vehicles. Following search warrants at two residences in Mississauga, the investigation culminated in March 2026, resulting in a total of total of 13 vehicles recovered. As a result, two brothers from Mississauga were arrested, facing a total of 55 criminal charges. Peel Regional Police continue to actively disrupt criminal activity related to auto theft, contributing to a nearly 15 per cent decrease in stolen vehicles so far in 2026 compared to the same period last year.

Nearly 200 Charges Laid in Mississauga Break and Enter Investigation



Investigators from the 12 Division Break and Enter Unit have arrested two young offenders following a series of break and enter incidents targeting commercial businesses in Mississauga. Between November 2025 and January 2026, police received reports of more than 35 break and enter incidents. During these offences, various vehicles were used, including a 2007 silver Acura RDX and a 2009 Hyundai Elantra.

As part of an extensive investigation known as Project Toretto, officers executed four search warrants on Feb. 10 at three Mississauga residences and on one vehicle. The searches led to the arrest of two young offenders and the recovery of more than $50,000 in stolen property, including jackets, shoes, perfumes and other cosmetic products. In total, the three young offenders face 190 charges related to this investigation.

Molly's Club - Adult Day Program



Molly's Club is an Adult Day Program service located in Ward 11, offering activities, meals and socialization for older adults while caregivers get some respite. They offer a safe and secure environment with advanced security, a low staff-to-guest ratio, and highly trained dementia caregivers. Their community centre includes comfortable quiet spaces and access to technology, ensuring a nurturing, engaging, and enriching experience. For more information, visit mollysclub.com.  

Ladies’ Night Out in The ’Ville



Call the group chat — it’s time for a night out! Ladies’ Night Out in The ’Ville returns on Thursday, May 7th. This is your chance to shop, sip, snack, and discover your next favourite spot. Enjoy exclusive promotions, curated menus, giveaways, open houses, and plenty of little surprises along the way. Tickets go on sale April 3rd at 10:00 a.m. For more information, visit villageofstreetsville.com.

Prenatal And Parenting Text Messaging Service



Peel Region has partnered with SmartParent, a Canadian prenatal and parenting program, to launch a free text messaging service to Peel families. The pilot program will run for one year beginning in March 2026. The service offers a simple, accessible option for receiving reliable pregnancy and early parenthood information. Peel Public Health is one of the first public health units in Ontario to offer this innovative program.

Expectant families in Peel will receive timely, evidence-based messages (up to 3 per week) during pregnancy and through their baby's first year to support a safe, healthy pregnancy and positive parenting experience. This initiative will provide families with access to critical health information and resources tailored to their journey. Interested residents can enroll in the program by visiting SmartParent or texting PEEL to 12323.

New City Retail Strategy



The City of Mississauga has launched a new Retail Strategy to assist local shops, support businesses, and ensure growing neighbourhoods have access to everyday goods and services close to home, as the city moves toward nearly one million residents by 2051. The Retail Strategy provides a proactive framework to protect existing retail, support local businesses, and ensure growth areas include the services residents need, while strengthening a retail sector that is vital to jobs and economic stability.

What the Retail Strategy delivers

·        Assists existing retail to be more resilient

·        Supports new retail in growing neighbourhoods

·        Reduces barriers for small and independent businesses

·        Creates vibrant, people-focused main streets

·        Balances housing, jobs, and community needs

By encouraging retail to be closer to where people live and work, it supports walkability, fosters and promotes vibrant communities, while strengthening local economic resilience. To view Mississauga’s Retail Strategy, visit: www.investmississauga.ca/retail-strategy/

Please Don’t Feed Coyotes or Wildlife



You might have seen photos or videos online about a coyote named Bunny, also known as Knubz. Bunny is recognizable by her missing tail and has been appearing in plazas and neighbourhoods around Mississauga and Toronto. Bunny is what experts call a food‑conditioned coyote. This means she has learned to connect people, cars and certain places with easy meals and constant access to food. The City is reminding residents that feeding wildlife, including coyotes, squirrels, pigeons and foxes, is harmful and illegal. Under the Animal Care and Control By-law, feeding wildlife can result in a fine between $365 and $100,000.

What the City is doing

Mississauga Animal Services is actively responding to help keep people and wildlife safe. This includes:

·        24/7 patrols in areas where coyotes are seen most.

·        Using aversive conditioning to encourage natural behaviour and discourage coyotes from approaching people.

·        Sharing multilingual education citywide about wildlife feeding.

·        Providing outreach to schools, community groups and businesses.

·        Co-ordinating with other municipalities like the City of Toronto, as Bunny often moves between both cities.

What you can do to help

·        Never feeding coyotes or any wildlife.

·        Securing garbage and compost so animals can’t access it.

·        Cleaning up food scraps around yards, parks and outdoor eating areas.

·        Keeping pets on a leash and supervised.

·        Reporting coyote sightings using the City of Mississauga’s Interactive Coyote and Fox Sightings Map.

Calling Mississauga Animal Services at 905-896-5858 if you have wildlife feeding concerns or see a coyote that is sick, injured, or not keeping a safe distance

Kinwood Echoes Forest Therapy

Kinwood Echoes offers nature-based experiences for individuals, families, schools, and community groups seeking meaningful connection with the living world. You are welcome to explore:

·        Guided Forest Therapy Walks

·        Seasonal Nature Programs

·        Nature Sessions for Children

·        Community Nature Experiences

·        Nature & Habitat Awareness

For more information, visit kinwoodechoes.com.