Ward 11 E-Newsletter

Carassauga 2026



The Carassauga Festival of Cultures will celebrate its 41st year in Mississauga this year. Featuring pavilions representing around two dozen countries, Carassauga 2026 runs Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24 at various venues across Mississauga. Carassauga admission/festival passport is $15 per person during the festival weekend ($10 in advance of the festival), with kids ages 12-under admitted free of charge.

Cultural pavilions will be set up at various venues including the Paramount Fine Foods Centre (which will host the majority of pavilions), Canadian Coptic Centre, Mississauga Valley Community Centre, Portuguese Cultural Centre of Mississauga, and the Frank McKechnie Community Centre, to name a few. For more information, visit the Carassauga website.

Gooderham Park Proposed Improvements



A new spray pad and access connections are being proposed at Gooderham Park. All the other existing amenities will remain the same. Timing of construction is anticipated in 2027. The City would like to hear your feedback on this plan. To provide feedback on this project email public.info@mississauga.ca or call 311 or 905-615-4311 outside city limits and reference Gooderham Park. Thanks for your participation!

Ward 11 Community Tree Planting



Join Councillor Brad Butt for a community tree planting with your neighbours!

When: Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 10am

(rain date, if needed: Sunday, May 31, 2026)

Where: Courtneypark Athletic Fields, 600 Courtneypark Dr W., Mississauga

(Meeting location on map below; meet at the yellow star and park where indicated)

Registration is required, while spots are available. Register HERE.

Contact:

Councillor Brad Butt, Phone: 905-896-5011 E-mail: brad.butt@mississauga.ca Web: bradbutt.ca/events

*Please note, in the event of extreme weather, we will notify the community if we need to switch to the rain date*

Credit Mills Residents Association AGM



I was very pleased to attend the Credit Mills Residents Association AGM on May 4^th at Erin Meadows Library. The meeting was very well organized and attended by the Credit Mills community. It was great to connect with these wonderful residents who are passionate about their community. I appreciated all of your thoughtful questions and discussion. Congratulations on a successful AGM and thank you for your commitment to the community!

Culham Trail - Temporary Trail Access Closure



Peel Region has been rehabilitating the sanitary sewer and maintenance holes (commonly called manholes) along Eglinton Avenue West. This work is required to keep providing you with high-quality wastewater services. To keep pedestrians safe during this construction work, the Eglinton Avenue West / Barbertown Road access point to Culham Trail has been closed. Culham Trail can still be accessed from all other trail access points, including the Hewick Meadows south entrance on the south side of Eglinton Avenue West.

Pedestrians can cross Eglinton Avenue West to access the trail using the intersection at Inverness Boulevard or at Mississauga Road. The Culham Trail parking lot accessible from Eglinton Avenue West will remain open. Construction near the Eglinton Avenue West / Barbertown Road Culham Trail access point has begun and will finish in late summer. Project information can be found

at peelregion.ca/construction/project-19-2410. 

New Watermain Replacement and Improvement Marzipan Court, Ardsley Street, Andrea Court, Bonham Boulevard



Peel Region is planning future improvement of the watermain system in your area. Watermains are underground pipes that bring tap water from our water treatment facility to your neighbourhood.

The Region has begun conducting field investigations in your neighbourhood along Marzipan Court, Ardsley Street, Andrea Court and Bonham Boulevard. These activities will take place between April 2026 and the end of May 2026. Construction activities are scheduled to begin in Spring 2027 and will be completed before the end of 2028. Project information can be found at at Project 26-1310I - peelregion.ca.

New Sanitary Sewer Replacement and Improvement Amity Road, Earl Street, Joseph Street and River Road



Peel Region is planning future improvement of the sanitary sewer system in your area. Sanitary sewers are underground pipes that carry wastewater from your home to a water resource recovery facility.

The Region has begun conducting field investigations in your neighbourhood along Amity Road, Earl Street, Joseph Street and River Road. These activities are ongoing and expect to happen until the end of May 2026. Construction activities are scheduled to begin in Spring 2027 and will be completed before the end of 2028. Project information can be found at Project 26-2300A - peelregion.ca

2026 Bread and Honey Festival

Celebrate one of Mississauga’s longest-running summer traditions at the Streetsville Founders’ Bread and Honey Festival!

Taking place June 5 – 7, 2026 at Streetsville Memorial Park in the historic village of Streetsville, this beloved community festival celebrates Streetsville’s heritage with a weekend full of family-friendly fun.

Festivalgoers can enjoy live entertainment, carnival rides, local food vendors, artisan booths, and community activities throughout the park. Don’t miss the Bread & Honey Parade, a highlight of the weekend that winds through the charming streets of Streetsville, bringing together local groups, performers, and community spirit.

With sweet treats, fresh eats, and entertainment for all ages, the Bread & Honey Festival is the perfect way to kick off summer in Mississauga. For more info, visit breadandhoneyfestival.ca.

Courtneypark Library Upgrades



Courtneypark Library will be receiving some important upgrades as part of the City’s Lifecycle Renewal and Rehabilitation program. The project includes the replacement of mechanical equipment, upgrading to LED lighting, washroom renovations, and painting. Construction is planned to begin in late June 2026, following the final day of the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board school year and is estimated to be completed in September 2026.

To accommodate this work, the Library will remain open under a modified schedule during July and August which includes being closed on Monday and Tuesday, with regular summer operating hours on all other days. The Library will return to standard operating hours in September 2026. Works will take place during Library closure hours and at night. Construction Notice signage will also be posted at the Library. 

Register for Summer Recreation Programs



From learning life skills like swimming, to playing a sport with more confidence or trying something new, Mississauga’s summer recreation and culture programs offer something for everyone. With more than 5,000 programs available this summer, residents are encouraged to be ready to register. 

Registration opens on May 19 for Mississauga residents, with summer programs beginning on June 29. To learn more, visit mississauga.ca/recreation You can also email active@mississauga.ca.

New Online Portal Now Available for General Driving Concerns



Peel Regional Police has launched a new General Driving Concern Portal, now live on the Online Reporting Platform, to make it easier for the public to share non‑emergency driving concerns that may impact road safety. Easily Report concerning driving behaviours you’ve observed that pose a potential risk to public safety. Unlike other reporting options, a licence plate number is not required. Submissions will be reviewed with to help identify trends and areas of concern that may need additional police enforcement.

Noticing speeding or unsafe driving in your neighbourhood? Help make Peel’s roads safer by reporting non‑emergency driving concerns through Peel Police’s online portal. Your input helps focus traffic safety efforts where they’re needed most. Visit peelpolice.ca/drivingconcern. 

Fraudulent QR Codes on Parking Machines



The City became aware of fraudulent QR code stickers appearing on parking Pay and Display machines in Downtown Mississauga. City staff removed fraudulent QR code stickers from parking machines after becoming aware of the scam. These unauthorized QR codes are designed to redirect users to third-party payment sites that are not affiliated with the City. Scanning and using these codes put your personal and financial information at risk. Similar scams have been reported in cities across Canada like in Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto.

In Mississauga, QR codes stickers posted on parking machines are never used to collect payment for parking. Parking and payment instructions can be found on the parking machine digital screen or on surrounding official City signage. The only way to pay for City parking is through parking machines using the digital payment prompts, where certain payment options are accepted like coins, payment apps like Apple Pay or Google Wallet or major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) at all locations. Any QR code found on a City paid parking machine is not legitimate and should not be scanned. Learn more here.

Register for a Sauga Summer Pass



Make the summer months easier on your wallet with a pass that provides Mississauga youth ages 12 to 16 with access to free MiWay bus rides and public fun swims at all City indoor and outdoor pools. The pass also offers free fitness centre access for youth ages 14 to 16 at all participating locations with parental consent. To register, bring a completed application form and a physical piece of identification to verify your birth date to one of the community centres listed on the registration form. The pass is valid from June 26 to September 7.

Mississauga Awards Waste Collection Contract to Emterra Environmental



The City of Mississauga has completed its procurement process for waste collection services and has awarded the contract to Emterra Environmental. Starting October 1, 2027, the City will take over local waste collection from the Region of Peel. Waste collection includes picking up residential garbage, organics and yard waste and providing services for multi-residential buildings. Starting October 1, 2027, Emterra Environmental will deliver waste collection services across Mississauga, including:

·        A five-day-a-week residential waste collection schedule (Monday to Friday).

·        Bi-weekly yard waste collection for the full season (mid-March to mid-December), replacing the current mix of weekly and bi-weekly service.

·        Garbage collection for multi-residential buildings.

Residential recycling collection will continue to be handled by Circular Materials, which began on January 1, 2026. The community recycling centres will still be run by the Region of Peel.

Fraud Alert: Roofing Scam



Police are warning of an ongoing roofing fraud and impersonation scam in Toronto where fraudulent contractors allegedly offer repair work to a victim’s home, continually find urgent issues, and, in some cases, send in an Interpol investigator claiming the contracting company is under investigation in an effort to obtain more money from them.

Toronto police indicate the scam starts with suspects visiting a home and identifying alleged problems with the roof, chimney or exterior structure, and offering repair services. In some cases, victims have paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for work that was not needed. Police urge residents to be wary of unsolicited contractors identifying urgent repair issues with their home, and to always seek several independent quotes before signing on to any sort of work. Police are asking anyone with information about this ongoing scam to contact them or Crime Stoppers anonymously. For helpful information on common frauds and scams, as well as other resources regarding fraud prevention visit Peel Police’s Fraud and Scams page

Hazel McCallion Walk for Health



On Sunday, June 7^th, Trillium Health Partners Foundation is hosting the fifth annual Hazel McCallion Walk for Health. This event features a 2 km and 5 km fundraising walk along the scenic Port Credit Waterfront Trail, and is raising funds to support the construction of The Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital, which will be Canada’s largest hospital, the Shah Family Hospital for Women and Children – Ontario’s first hospital dedicated to women’s and children’s care, and the redevelopment of The Gilgan Family Queensway Health Centre. The event also features a family-friendly festival, including a barbeque lunch, activities, live entertainment, and more! if you would like to register to participate or put a team together, that would be fantastic. If you would like to participate or support this great event, visit www.trilliumwalk.ca.

Baby Feeding Support Clinics



Peel Public Health is excited to announce the expansion of service hours at two clinic locations to support new parents with timely, hands-on infant feeding support. Beginning May 4, 2026, Baby Feeding Support clinics at 10 Peel Centre Drive in Brampton and 6975 Meadowvale Town Centre Circle in Mississauga will offer expanded services. 

Peel region continues to see a growing number of births every year, with more than 17,000 babies born in 2024. This has increased the need for postpartum support. Last year, Peel Public Health nurses provided free infant feeding support at more than 3,500 appointments. For more information about Baby Feeding Support clinics and services, visit peelregion.ca/services/baby-feeding-support-services.  

Mississauga Humane Society



Mississauga Humane Society (MHS) is a registered non-profit, no-kill charity, founded in 1999, to save as many animals as possible. The organization runs on the unpaid labour of an extensive network of passionate volunteers and dedicated board members. Volunteers rescue and foster hundreds of cats and dogs every year in Mississauga and beyond. If you are looking for your new furry best friend, consider adopting from MHS today or donating to support their important work. Every little bit helps so visit mississaugahumanesociety.ca today!

Project NOMAD: Residential Break & Enters Across Peel

Investigators with the Break and Enter Auto and Retail (BEAR) Organized Crime Unit have arrested a man believed to be responsible for a series of break-and-enter offences across Peel Region. On March 26, members from the 11 Division BEAR unit initiated an investigation, named Project NOMAD, in connection with a series of break and enters targeting residential homes. The accused would enter the homes during the evening hours and focused on stealing jewelry and currency from the upstairs bedrooms.

On April 23, members of the BEAR Unit, along with Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), through investigation, were able to identify and locate the accused in a residence near Square One Shopping Centre in the city of Mississauga. In addition, approximately $31,000 in currency was seized, along with approximately $36,000 worth of jewelry.

Investigators were able to identify and return the recovered and seized property to the rightful owners. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact investigators with the 11 Division BEAR unit at 905-453-2121, ext. 1133. Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.