Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you want to help design a space created for youth, by youth? The City of Mississauga is forming a Youth Advisory Board for the new Glenforest Youth Hub, and we want to hear from you!

As a member of the Youth Advisory Board, you will:

• Help shape the design of the new youth hub
• Share your ideas on programs, activities, and services you want to see
• Work with City staff and community partners to build a space that reflects the needs and interests of local youth
• Gain leadership experience and earn community service hours

How to get involved:

Email glenforesthub@mississauga.ca and tell us why you want to be part of the Youth Advisory Board!

Based on the current traffic demand for the northbound left turn phase, staff have increased the signal timings at the intersection of Tomken Road at Bloor Street during the pm peak period (4:00 to 6:30 pm). This should increase the number of motorists, turning left, when the advanced northbound left turn phase is displayed. However, for the northbound left turn phase to be displayed, there must be 2-3 vehicles present in the left turn lane, prior to the start of the northbound left turn phase.

It was great to be present at a Seniors’ Information Session held yesterday at 3020 Queen Frederica Drive, where important information was shared to support and protect our seniors.

The session focused on elder abuse awareness and scam prevention, with important information shared on common scams impacting seniors, including:

* Phone and email scams

* CRA and government impersonation scams

* Banking and financial fraud

* online scams

* Tech support scams

* Door-to-door and contractor scams

Residents were also provided with practical tips on how to protect themselves, recognize warning signs, and know where to seek help.

Thank you to Peel Senior Link and Peel Regional Police for delivering this timely and informative session.



For support or concerns, please contact the Regional Elder Abuse Coordinator at 905-453-2121 ext. 3428.

Here are the construction activities we have been working on since the last update: 

Burnhamthorpe:

• Roof slab and beam work is now finished
• Temporary setup for the concrete pour is complete, including scaffolding, platforms, and winter protection

Eastgate:

• Work continues installing settlement joints and CPP pipes on the north, south, and west sides of the new chamber
• Temporary supports and welding adjustments are ongoing as construction progresses

Please be advised that mobilization for the following projects has begun:

• Garnetwood Park: Ball diamond infield and backstop replacement
• Fleetwood Park: hardball Backstop and outfield fence replacement

Staff are currently in the process of mobilizing at Garnetwood Park. The Fastway fencing has been installed at both Garnetwood Park backstop locations.

The schedule is weather-dependent, with the anticipated completion of the work prior to April 10.

At the January 12, 2026 Budget Committee meeting, Council received staff presentations and received deputations as part of the 2026 Budget process.

Watch the discussion.

Economic outlook

Andrew Grantham, Executive Director and Senior Economist, CIBC Capital Markets presented the Economic Outlook. He answered questions, including that for a healthy housing market, more purpose-built rental units will be important.

Mississauga’s Economic update

Christina Kakaflikas, Director, Economic Development Division, presented the Mississauga Economic Update and answered questions. Confirming Mississauga’s stable and diversified economic base, Kakaflikas advised of 65 new investments in 2025 which led to 5,100 new jobs and $2.2 billion capital invested in the city. The manufacturing sector accounted for the largest share, followed by smart logistics and life sciences. The Economic Development strategy will be expanded with creative industries, retail and placemaking.

2025 Resident Experience Survey results

Budget Committee received a presentation by Sarah Lam, Senior Research Director, Forum Research, Inc.

The 2025 survey was conducted among 1,002 Mississauga adult residents from October 6 to November 6, 2025. Key findings show:

• In 2025, 76 per cent of residents were satisfied with the services provided by the City, consistent with findings in 2023 (74 per cent).
• Satisfaction with the City’s municipal government remains unchanged since 2023 at 66 per cent; however, the proportion of residents who indicated they receive good value from their municipal tax dollars relative to the services received from the City declined slightly from 55 per cent in 2023 to 49 per cent in 2025, although 25 per cent of respondents are neutral on this question.
• While the 2025 survey results show the City is performing well overall with no significant changes since 2023, areas for improvement exist.

Members of Council asked about the methodology of the survey and advised using a variety of channels in future, not primarily online in order to reach a wider audience and targeted demographics such as transit riders and seniors.

2026 Budget overview

Faraz Agha, Director, Finance and Deputy Treasurer presented an overview about the Proposed 2026–2029 Business Plan & 2026 Budget. The presentation covered many areas, including the budget process, priorities, revenue and expenses, regional services download, efficiencies and cost savings, operating and capital budgets, special purpose levies, and new initiatives.

Members of Council questions:

• Budget timeline: Can amendments be made beyond January 28. Staff confirmed that it is possible until February 4.
• Labour costs: They include salary increases, as well as union settlements compounded from 2024, the annualization of $11 million for 2025, and fringe benefits for union and non-union staff. Over the last few years, on average, non-union staff salary increases have been around two and a half per cent keeping in line with inflation.
• Revenue from the Greater Toronto Airport Authority (GTAA) for payments in lieu of taxes (PILT): The cap on revenue increases generated from GTAA PILTs has been re-introduced by the Province. Once the passenger count returns to pre-COVID levels, all future PILT revenue increases will be capped at five per cent.
• Reserves: $33 million will be drawn from the Fiscal Stability Reserve.

Service Area presentations

Staff from City divisions presented their respective overview of the proposed 2026 Budget.

Parks, Forestry & Environment

Staff answered questions about labour costs, the development of Grand Highland Park currently in public consultation, new parkland acquisition, and fees and charges.

Mississauga Library

Staff answered questions about the increase of in-person visits, future needs for staffing, upgrading technology and expanding offers (e.g., Library of Things, story time in parks) and more.

Recreation & Culture

Staff answered questions about 65+ seniors’ memberships, the registration process and capacity for all programs, the performance and popularity of programs, fun swims at outdoor pools, recreation revenue and more.

Facilities & Property Management

Staff answered questions about facilities rental revenue.

Regulatory Services

Staff answered questions about labour requests in the proposed 2026 Budget, revenue details including re-inspection fees, animal shelter costs and rehabilitation of animals, security services staffing, public education staffing, the specialized Enforcement team for Short-Term Accommodations, proactive property standards education and enforcement.

During the morning session of the City’s Budget Committee meeting, Council received staff presentations and approved staff reports as part of the 2026 Budget process.

Watch the discussion.

Service area presentations

Staff from different City divisions presented their service area presentations of the proposed 2026 Budget.

Fire & Emergency Services

Staff answered questions about revamping older fire stations and building new ones, ensuring response times would not be affected by project deferrals, and the safe disposal of lithium-ion batteries.

Transit

Staff answered questions about the Hazel McCallion Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project and operational cost support from the Province; funding for the Dundas Bus Rapid Transit (BRT); MiWay ridership details including rider feedback on operations and customer service and to bring feedback to Council in future. Staff also discussed bus lifecycles and selling or repurposing older buses for other services like Fire & Emergency Services.

Roads

Staff answered questions about Provincial funding related to the Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program cancellation and that it would be used towards other traffic calming initiatives. Staff also spoke about street lighting, enhancing traffic light signals, the transfer of Regional roads to the City and cost sharing with the Region, and the McLaughlin Road widening project update.

Stormwater

Staff answered questions about monthly inspections for catch basin inlets and outlets, the Osprey Marsh dredging initiative being on track, the floodwall along the Little Etobicoke Creek, and an overview about grants and rebates for flood protection and prevention.

Additional staff reports

2025 Resident Experience Survey Results – Report approved

Budget Committee discussed enhancing the survey in future with more comprehensive sample sizes and methodology. For the next survey in 2027, staff will report to Council with options for review.

Update on the Cooksville Community Centre and Mississauga Valley Community Centre Developments – Report received

The development will be City-led, enabling greater control over facility design and programming to meet community needs, maintaining project timelines, and capitalizing on funding opportunities. The City will actively pursue Federal and Provincial funding opportunities, aiming to offset costs and ensure financial sustainability for the projects.

2026–2029 Business Plan and 2026 Budget and Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital Municipal Contribution – Report received

The new one per cent annual Hospital Levy is proposed to start in 2029 to support the City’s $390-million municipal contribution for the construction of the Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital. Council cannot commit to the start and amount of the levy until the applicable budget year.

Budget Committee decided not to shorten the 30-day amendment period for the 2026 Budget adoption.

Long Range Financial Planning Strategy – Report received

2026 Business Improvement Area Budgets – Report approved

To learn more about how the City’s budget works, visit mississauga.ca/budget.

At the January 13, 2026 evening Budget Committee meeting, Council received public deputations and questions both virtually and in-person.

Watch the discussion.

2026 Budget overview

Faraz Agha, Director, Finance and Deputy Treasurer presented an overview about the Proposed 2026–2029 Business Plan & 2026 Budget. The presentation covered many areas, including the budget process, priorities, revenue and expenses, regional services download, efficiencies and cost savings, operating and capital budgets, special purpose levies and new initiatives.

Public deputations

Budget Committee heard from many members of the public. A summary of the themes includes:

• Property taxes and affordability
• Stormwater Charge
• Proposed Hospital Levy in 2029
• Reserves and financial stability
• Spending levels, program value and efficiency
• Project management, risk management, use of artificial intelligence
• Essential vs. non‑essential services
• Windrow Clearing Program
• Crime and policing
• Major capital funding projects
• Public engagement timeline
• Governance structure, independent Auditor General for additional oversight

Budget adoption:

Following discussions at Budget Committee meetings, proposed amendments will be discussed at the Special Council meeting on Wednesday, February 4 at 11 a.m.

To learn more about how the City’s budget works, visit mississauga.ca/budget.

Watch the meeting.

Council approved a motion to waive a temporary zoning application fee for Quickchill Mobile Refrigeration Ltd. The company, a long-time tenant at 46 William Street, requested a brief six-month extension of its existing temporary use by-law to allow more time for relocation.

Key points of the motion:

1. Quickchill Mobile Refrigeration Ltd. has operated at 46 William Street since 1998 under various approved temporary use agreements.
2. The current temporary use by-law permitting outdoor storage of refrigeration trailers expires January 31, 2026.
3. The company requested a six-month extension to July 31, 2026, to complete its move.
4. City staff supported the extension and Council approved waiving the $5,883 zoning application fee due to the brief nature of the extension.

Read the motion.

Watch the discussion.

Council approved a motion directing staff to report back on potential partnership models for developing new outdoor athletic facilities. The goal is to explore collaborative opportunities with sports organizations to expand recreation amenities more efficiently and cost-effectively.

Key points of the motion:

1. The motion recognizes the growing demand for outdoor athletic amenities aligned with the City’s Future Directions master plans.
2. It encourages partnerships with affiliated sports groups such as cricket, baseball, soccer and football organizations.
3. It aims to accelerate facility development through shared funding, reducing reliance on the City’s annual capital budgets.
4. Staff are directed to outline in a report partnership models that could reduce significant user fees for participants.

Read the motion.

Watch the discussion.

Council endorsed the following items presented at the January 7, 2026 

General Committee meeting

Letter to Minister of Transport about strengthening lithium-Ion battery safety regulations

Council endorsed a letter from Mayor Carolyn Parrish to the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport, calling for stronger federal regulations to address the growing public safety risks posed by uncertified lithium-ion batteries. The letter highlights the significant rise in lithium-ion battery–related fires in Mississauga and urges national action to improve safety standards and consumer protections.

Key points of the correspondence:

1. Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services recorded a 122 per cent increase in lithium-ion battery–related fires from 2024 to 2025.
2. The letter urges the federal government to strengthen or introduce regulations under key legislation, including the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, Canada Transportation Act, Motor Vehicle Safety Act, and Canada Consumer Product Safety Act.
3. Proposed measures include improved certification standards, safer transport protocols, and enhanced consumer protections.
4. The City expressed its commitment to collaborate with all levels of government to share data, best practices, and policy insights to improve battery safety nationwide.

Read the letter.

Watch the discussion.

Council endorsed a letter from Mayor Carolyn Parrish to the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, urging stronger federal regulations to address the increasing public safety risks associated with uncertified lithium-ion batteries. The letter highlights a sharp rise in fires linked to these devices and calls for coordinated national action to enhance safety standards and consumer protection.

Key points of the correspondence:

1. Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services reported a 122 per cent increase in lithium-ion battery–related fires from 2024 to 2025.
2. The City urged the federal government to strengthen or introduce regulations under several key statutes, including the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, Canada Transportation Act, Motor Vehicle Safety Act, and Canada Consumer Product Safety Act.
3. Recommendations include improving certification requirements, transportation safety and consumer safeguards to help prevent fires caused by uncertified or defective batteries.
4. The City reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with other governments and municipalities to share data and best practices that inform public safety policies.
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Read the letter.

Watch the discussion.

For a complete record of all meeting resolutions, review the Council meeting minutes available after approval at the next scheduled Council meeting. Watch live streaming video of Council, General Committee (GC), Budget Committee, Planning & Development Committee (PDC), Audit Committee, Governance Committee and Committee of Adjustment meetings, when in session.

Keep up to date with the Council and Committees calendar where you can find when upcoming meetings are happening, and agendas about items being discussed.



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The City of Mississauga’s 2026 Budget has been adopted. This budget addresses community priorities to keep property taxes affordable while continuing to deliver more than 200 City programs and services, maintaining and building important infrastructure. The 2026 Budget was a collaborative process, including recommendations from City staff and leadership to align with taxpayer priorities. Members of the public provided feedback at more than a dozen ward townhalls, Budget Committee meetings and through other City channels.



Purposeful action to contain costs

When creating the 2026 Budget, the City listened to taxpayers’ requests to keep taxes as low as possible. The City took specific actions to reduce the tax burden:

• Deferring expenses, cutting budgets and increasing revenue to achieve $17.4 million in savings.
• A one-year reduction in the Capital Infrastructure & Debt Repayment Levy from three to one per cent. This levy is used to maintain roads, bridges, community centres, parks and more.
• A one-year pause in the one per cent Public Safety Fire Program, while ensuring that essential repairs to fire stations and fire equipment continue.

The 2026 Budget has been adopted – here’s what you need to know

Overall tax impact

As Mississauga is part of the Region of Peel, taxpayers will see City and Regional tax increases on their tax bill. For 2026, the City’s budget increase is 4.39 per cent, and its share of the property tax increase is 1.61 per cent, which is lower than the current rate of inflation. When the City’s portion is added to the Region of Peel’s 3.60 per cent increase, the total property tax increase for 2026 is 5.21 per cent. This is four per cent less than the increase in 2025. In actual amounts, this is $53.91 more in taxes for every $100,000 assessed value of your home. For example, if a home is $700,000, the overall property tax increase is $377.37 for 2026.

Delivering value through services and sound investments

From every property tax dollar collected, the City gets to keep only 37 cents, while 48 cents goes to the Region of Peel for police and other essential services, and 15 cents goes to the Government of Ontario for education. As part of the 2026 Budget, the City’s 37 cents will be used to deliver high-quality programs, services and amenities, including:

Improving road and neighbourhood safety

• Adding By-law Enforcement Officers to support proactive enforcement in high-priority areas.
• Adding staff in Planning & Building to increase capacity and streamline development approvals.
• Winter maintenance, including citywide windrow and sidewalk clearing.
• Important maintenance work on roads, bridges, parks, stormwater systems and trails.
• Roadway rehabilitation across the city including the Ninth Line widening project.
• Design of new Fire Stations 127 (Lorne Park) and 128 (North Lakeview), both targeted to open in 2029.

Ensuring vibrant spaces and green initiatives

• Construction of the new Glenforest Youth Hub, targeted to open in Q1 2028.
• Ongoing construction to renovate South Common Community Centre and Library, anticipated to re-open by the end of 2027 with new amenities including a new aquatics centre, new gymnasium and an updated library.
• Parkland and hybrid bus acquisitions (78 buses planned).

Supporting families, youth and seniors

• A wide variety of recreation programs for all ages and abilities.
• Free fitness memberships for residents 65+ and free fares for seniors and children up to age 12 who use PRESTO.
• Flood prevention and relief assistance.

Visit mississauga.ca/budget for more details.

Following the various Budget Committee meetings and the Ward 3 budget meeting I hosted, I heard the community's feedback and brought forward a motion to Council on January 28, 2026. Please see the video clip and discussion around the motion. I am happy to announce the motion passed.

Video go to minute 54:17

We understand how frustrating it can be to notice damage to the lawn and landscaping, and we appreciate you taking the time to bring this to our attention. Staff from Works Operations and Maintenance provides the following update.

While our goal is to provide windrow and sidewalk clearing service effectively, we recognize that equipment use during winter operations can sometimes result in damage. Sod damage can occur during winter snow-clearing operations, and the City has a process in place to address these issues. Damaged sod is inspected in the spring, and repairs are typically scheduled during the warmer months (May through June or September through October) when conditions allow for proper restoration. Please report dead or damaged sod online at: https://www.mississauga.ca/services-and-programs/pay-apply-report/report-dead-or-damaged-sod/.

We appreciate your patience as we work to restore City property after the winter season and improve service delivery..  

We as a Council have received a lot of feedback and can report that the new windrow program has been a success clearing 134,000 windrow!

However, if your windrow was missed, please call 3-1-1.

Please Note: Windrow clearing is only enough to allow one car to pass in the driveway.

I had a lovely time attending Mayor Parrish's New Year's Levee where we greated over 500 Mississauga residents. I would like to highlight the wonderful poem that our Poet Laureate Andrea Josic wrote for this event.

Start the new year off with resolutions you can achieve close to home. Whether you’re starting a new sport, focusing on mental health or looking for ways to connect with your community, the City of Mississauga offers a wide range of affordable activities and programs to help residents stay active, connect with their community and learn new skills.

Physical wellness

What does getting active look like for you? This year, choose something fun!

Fitness memberships

The City of Mississauga offers different memberships to match your lifestyle. Enjoy unlimited access to more than 400 drop-in exercise classes, pools, skating rinks, indoor walking tracks, a free 45-minute fitness consultation with a personal trainer and more depending on the membership you choose.

No commitment, no problem: cancel any time without a fee. You can also join online exercise classes from the comfort of your home with a virtual fitness membership. Learn more about memberships.

Mississauga residents aged 65 or older can register for a free fitness membership. Learn more about the 65+ Fit membership.

Personal training sessions

Book individual or group personal training sessions at affordable rates. Choose from fitness or aquatic training with customized workouts to suit your needs. You can also try the City’s newly offered Body Composition Service to scan muscle, fat, bone and water levels. A qualified trainer will review your results to guide your fitness and health goals. View rates and details.

Join a sport

For those seeking a team environment, join a soccer league or try one of these adult drop-in sports:

• Badminton
• Basketball
• Table tennis
• Pickleball
• Soccer
• Skating
• Volleyball

There are a variety of sport drop-in programs offered for older adults, youth and families. Explore the full list of sports and activities, and learn about Sauga at Play, a free after-school program for youth.

New to sports? It’s never too late to find your go-to activity! The City of Mississauga offers the following courses for adults:

• Badminton
• Golf (available in spring)
• Swimming
• Skating
• Volleyball Hit Around
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Swimming and Aquafitness

Get active with full-body, low impact aquatic programs at one of the 11 indoor pools located across the city:

• Adult Leisure Swim
• Adult Leisure Swim for Women and Girls
• Aqua Yoga and Toning
• Aquafitness
• Aqua Cycle
• Drop In Warm Water Strength Training

Financial assistance and accessibility

The City of Mississauga offers a fee assistance program called ActiveAssist. This gives residents in low-income households and newcomers with refugee status access to recreation and culture programs. Learn more about the ActiveAssist program.

The City also offers a variety of adapted recreational and sports activities for participants of all abilities. These programs are designed to promote accessibility and enjoyment for participants with varied abilities, including those with physical, cognitive or sensory disabilities. Learn more about the City’s adapted programs.

Mental wellness

Mental wellness looks different for everyone. It can mean joining a yoga class, taking a quiet moment in nature, or simply pausing to unwind, breathe and reflect. Check out these calming programs available in 2026:

• Ai Chi
• Drop In Yoga (options available include gentle yoga, power yoga, yoga for women, yoga for older adults, therapeutic yoga, aqua yoga, and more)
• Paws and Relax: Therapy Dog Visits

Beyond classes and memberships, there are more than 500 parks in Mississauga to explore this year, each with unique features and scenery. Use this interactive map to find a park near you and filter by amenity.

Important note: These recreational activities are designed to support well-being and do not replace professional mental health care. If you need help, please explore local mental health resources.

• Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin
• Connex Ontario
• Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) Resources

Learn something new

Flex that brain muscle this year and learn a new skill, language or pick up a hobby! The City offers a wide variety of creative learning opportunities for adults such as:

• Ballet
• Drawing Fundamentals
• Crafting with Cricut
• Clay: Kitchen Ceramics Workshops
• Creative writing
• Drama: Intro to Acting
• Glass and Flameworking Workshops
• Jewellery making and design
• Musical instrument lessons (Guitar, Ukulele)
• Painting
• Photography for Beginners
• Pottery
• Salsa and Latin Dance
• Sewing
• Woodworking
• 3D Printing

You can also attend the free Lecture Me! series hosted by Mississauga Library in partnership with University of Toronto Mississauga. These lectures explore topics such as artificial intelligence and genetics, in a fun and engaging way for all audiences. Register in advance to attend online or in person.

In addition to these programs, browse through the various online learning resources offered by Mississauga Library.

Make new friends

2026 could be your year to build more meaningful connections! Join the community for fun activities, great conversations and creative experiences.

Books and crafts for adults

Enjoy a relaxing activity while chatting about a great book. Craft options include air dry clay, bedazzling, block printing, calligraphy, embroidery, jewellery making, origami, and more. Browse upcoming Books and Crafts programs.

Other community gathering opportunities

• Book clubs
• Comic book club
• Cookbook club
• Chess club
• Community Conversations: ROM at the Library

Act now to discover City programs that fit your 2026 goals. There’s so much more to explore, so keep looking for ways to stay active, meet people and have fun.



Visit the Active Mississauga and Mississauga Library websites regularly for the latest programs and activities.

The City of Mississauga reminds residents to be cautious and stay off frozen bodies of water, for their own safety and to avoid falling through ice. Ice conditions are unpredictable and can vary.

While ice may look solid, deep water, shifting temperatures and hidden weak spots make lakes, ponds, rivers and creeks unstable. Even when temperatures drop, natural ice does not freeze evenly and in many cases the ice can be too thin to support someone’s weight.

Obey posted signs and laws

Going onto frozen ponds, lakes, streams and rivers in City parks is prohibited under the City’s Parks By-law.

Children and pets

Parents and pet owners should keep children and pets well away from frozen ponds, lakes, and rivers. Children and pets may not recognize the signs of unsafe ice. It is best to keep an eye on them and ensure pets are leashed near water to prevent falling through the ice.

Emergency response

Falling through ice can happen without warning. Depending on your location, it might take rescuers some time to get to you. The shock of entering icy water can cause hypothermia also most instantly.

It takes around 10 minutes for the cold to set into your cells and muscles.

What to do if you fall through the ice

Falling through the ice can be a scary and traumatic situation. If you ever find yourself in this type of situation, there are several important things to keep in mind.

• Try not to panic and stay clam – the more you exert yourself, the more tired you will become.
• Keep your nose and mouth above water. Avoid inhaling water.
• Gasping for air is normal, but you must try and control your breathing by slowing down it.
• Yell for help – Hang onto the ice and keep yelling if you can’t get out yourself.
• Stay visible to rescuers.
• Face the direction you came from and stay close to the area you fell in.
• Keep your arms on the ice to keep you stable.
• Kick your legs behind you to help push your body onto the ice.

If you can get out of the water, don’t stand up, roll yourself away from the break in the ice. This will help distribute your weight onto the ice, preventing it from breaking further.

If you can, call 911 immediately. Move to a safer area, dry off and try to keep yourself warm until help arrives.

What to do if you see someone fall through the ice

When it comes to rescuing someone else, it is important to stay calm and safe.

• Call 911 immediately.
• Find something you can throw to reach the person (e.g. life preserver ring, a stick, branch, rope).
• Talk to the person until help arrives. Keep them calm.
• Prompt them to keep their head above water and their arms on the ice.
• Encourage them to kick their feet and push their chest on the ice.
• Avoid walking on the ice and stay dry.
• If they can get out of the water, dry them off as soon as possible.

Enjoy winter activities outdoors

For winter activities, choose designated, maintained spaces such as City‑run outdoor rinks or community rinks that are regularly checked for safety. These locations allow you to enjoy skating and other activities without putting yourself at risk. Staying off frozen natural bodies of water reduces the risk of emergencies and keeps everyone safer during winter.

Check to see if the community ice rink in your neighbourhood is open by looking for the ‘Ice is Ready’ sign.

Your actions can prevent emergencies and save lives. Stay alert, stay safe and stay off the ice.

February application opportunities

Apply to be the City’s next Poet Laureate (2026-2028) – application required

Passionate about poetry? Apply to become Mississauga’s next Poet Laureate!

The City will recognize its sixth Poet Laureate in 2026. The role of the Poet Laureate is to elevate the status of poetry, literary arts and writers within their communities and beyond. This honourary position recognizes a poet who writes excellent poetry or spoken word and has written on themes that are relevant to the citizens of Mississauga. Learn more.

Applications close 11.59pm on February 25, 2026.

Playing together: team sports in Mississauga – survey

Have you ever played on a Mississauga sports team? Tell us about it!

Students from the University of Toronto, in partnership with the Museums of Mississauga, are creating an exhibition at the historic Adamson Estate to celebrate how team sports build community and belonging in our city.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, referee, supporter, or fan, your experiences matter. Share your story and help showcase the impact of sports in Mississauga. Selected stories will appear in the exhibition exactly as submitted and will remain anonymous unless you choose otherwise.

Take the survey before February 16 and help shape this exhibition! Email museums@mississauga.ca for any questions.

Until February 13, nominations for Mississauga’s 2026 Black Excellence Awards, presented in partnership with the Black Caucus Alliance, are now being accepted. The awards focus on the efforts and achievements of Mississauga’s Black residents and volunteers.

Mississauga residents can be nominated in one of nine categories:

Youth

Nominees must be between the ages of 15 and 24 and have volunteered for at least two consecutive years. They must act as role models for other young people and demonstrate all-around positive community involvement.

Business

Nominees must be currently engaged in business as an owner and/or entrepreneur. Ideal candidates should demonstrate a combination of the following criteria:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and success in owning and managing a business.
• Significant contribution of new ideas, innovative practices, processes or inventions, or created employment opportunities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to fairness and equality.

Community Service

Nominees should possess an outstanding record of significant community involvement and service. Candidates must also demonstrate a strong commitment to enriching the lives of others as well as building relationships and collaborating meaningfully with the individuals and communities they serve.

Education

Nominees for this award are being recognized for exemplary contributions to the well-being of students and/or community members through their active involvement in education at the school, board, in extracurricular activities or at the community level.

Health Services

Nominees for this award are being recognized for their involvement in the creation and/or promotion of methods that keep the physical health or mental wellbeing of Black communities. Ideal candidates must be employed or studying in the field of health sciences. Candidates should exhibit leadership in healthcare management administration.

Arts and Culture

Nominees for this award are being recognized for their involvement in and/or promotion of developing arts and culture within the community. Ideal candidates should demonstrate a combination of the following criteria:

• Have demonstrated a commitment to and/or focus on community-engaged art and/or expressions of culture in Mississauga.
• Have experience in the area of art and/or culture for a minimum of three years.
• Have completed and/or been involved in one significant arts and culture project in the last 12 months.

Sports

Nominees for this award are being recognized for their model contribution to sports at the community or national level as an athlete or official.

Hospitality and Food Services

Nominees for this award are being recognized for the best in food, drink and/or hospitality in African-Caribbean products and/or services. The nominee will have received positive reviews and feedback from customers and peers demonstrating their commitment to customer service and satisfaction. The nominee will also have demonstrated leadership and management in hospitality operations, commitment to sustainable and ethical practices in the hospitality industry and be actively involved in their local community.

Legacy – Lifetime Achievement

This is the highest community-based honour bestowed on an individual whose continued commitment has uplifted the lives of others.

Nominees are individuals who have made significant contributions to the Black community for 15 years or more. Candidates would have improved the quality of life for citizens or brought recognition to the City of Mississauga through their accomplishments.

Eligibility and nomination process

To be eligible, the nominee must:

• Live and/or work in Mississauga
• Identify as being Black
• Stand as a role model for others
• Inspire volunteerism and civic engagement

If you know someone deserving of an award, the steps to recognizing eligible residents include:

1. Review the award criteria and descriptions above to determine the most appropriate category.
2. Email the nomination to BlackExcellenceAwards@mississauga.ca.
3. In your email, please include the following information:

• Full name of the nominee, including their preferred pronouns and phonetic pronunciation.
• Category for nomination (please only choose one category).
• A brief explanation indicating why the individual should be nominated.



Please note that only completed nomination forms will be evaluated.

Nominees who qualify will be invited to receive their award during an evening ceremony in honour of Black History Month next month at Mississauga City Hall on Friday, February 27 at 7 p.m.

Travel back in time and immerse yourself in Mississauga’s rich history. Until April 5, 2026, the Museums of Mississauga welcomes you to celebrate the opening of a new exhibition,Out of the Vault: Beyond the Shore at Adamson Estate.

This new exhibition will bring rarely-seen pieces “out of the vault” and into Adamson Estate, such as a wooden baby cradle from 1889 and a WWII-era armourer’s bench from a local munitions plant, among many others.

Please note: this facility is closed to the public every Monday to Wednesday.

Where

Adamson Estate

850 Enola Ave.

Mississauga, ON

For more information, visit the webpage.

Flu cases in our community are rising, but there are ways to protect yourself:

·      Stay home if you’re sick

·      Cover your coughs and sneezes

·      Wash your hands often

·      Get a flu vaccine

For more info, visit https://peelregion.ca/health/diseases/respiratory-illness-season/

Peel Region is proud to announce the appointment of Nick Stavropoulos as Peel Region’s first ever Auditor General, effective March 2, 2026. This historic appointment follows the official establishment of the independent Office of the Auditor General by Peel Region Council in 2025.

As an independent Officer of Council, the Auditor General will provide objective oversight and accountability for Peel Region programs and services. This role is a cornerstone of Peel’s commitment to strengthening financial controls, ensuring value-for-money, and maintaining public trust in the management of its $6.2 billion annual budget.

Role and responsibilities

Under the Municipal Act, 2001, the Auditor General operates independently of the Peel Region administration and the Chief Administrative Officer. Key responsibilities of Peel’s Auditor General will include:

• Performance audits: Conducting value-for-money audits to ensure regional departments operate efficiently.
• Financial oversight: Assessing the quality of stewardship over public funds.
• Annual audit plan: Reporting directly to Peel Region Council with an annual plan and findings.
• Accountability: Uncovering opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements across Peel’s vast infrastructure and social services.

Mr. Stavropoulos brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, having served more than 25 years in the public sector, including 24 years with the Office of the Auditor General of Ontario. During his tenure, he held progressively senior leadership roles such as Chief Operating Officer and Assistant Auditor General, Deputy Auditor General, and Acting Auditor General. He has overseen a broad range of public and broader public sector audits, delivering practical recommendations to improve the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of government programs.

He has served on and led committees of the Canadian Council of Legislative Auditors as Chair and Vice-Chair, actively shaping the advancement of best practices in audit across Canada. Most recently, Mr. Stavropoulos served as Chief Financial Officer for Supply Ontario, where he set the strategic direction and priorities for the agency’s finance, audit and risk management, facilities management, and Freedom of Information compliance, while overseeing a $350 million budget and leading multidisciplinary teams to drive efficiency and innovation.



Peel Region joins other major Canadian municipalities, including Toronto, Ottawa, and Vancouver, in adopting this independent model to bolster public accountability.

Peel Regional Council has taken bold action to support housing construction and affordability by approving significant updates to Peel Region’s Development Charges Grant Program. These changes, endorsed by Council on January 22, 2026, demonstrate Peel’s commitment to modernizing infrastructure funding and expediting the delivery of homes throughout the region.

Building on Council’s June 2025 decision to modernize infrastructure funding and accelerate the delivery of housing, these latest changes aim to further reflect the realities of large, complex development projects and ongoing pressures in the housing market.  

Program updates approved by Regional Council include: 

• Extension of grant-in-lieu program: The development charge grant-in-lieu initiative is extended to November 13, 2026, allowing additional time for projects to benefit from program incentives and advance toward construction.  
• Greater flexibility: Subdivision applications will now maintain eligibility as long as a building permit for footings and foundations is issued by November 13, 2027.  
• Support for purpose-built-rentals: Peel Region will provide 100% development charge grants for 1-bedroom plus den, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom purpose-built rental units until November 13, 2026, helping to deliver more affordable and family-sized housing.
• Program framework continuity: All changes and extensions remain subject to the current program framework and requirements, as most recently updated by Council.  

These changes enable Peel Region to facilitate the construction of a broader range of housing, including affordable purpose-built and family-oriented units, while assisting developers in navigating a challenging economic climate. The enhanced program is expected to help more projects advance and support the growing needs of the Peel communities. 

Through my successful advocacy at Council and through my written correspondence to MPP Silvia Gualtieri and Circular Materials I am happy to share the updates below.

Click here to download a PDF of the list of accepted materials.

To ensure you’re ready to recycle, please refer to your community-specific recycling page below for a complete list of accepted materials and how to prepare them for recycling.

Following your community’s local guidelines helps reduce contamination and ensures materials can be properly recycled.

To learn more about Circular Materials please visit: here.

Officers from 12 Division have arrested and charged two men following a vehicle stop in Mississauga.

On Saturday, Jan. 3, at approximately 11:50 p.m., officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Dundas Street East and Dixie Road. Officers detained the occupants under the authority of the Cannabis Act and conducted a search, during which a loaded illegal handgun and a magazine containing ammunition were located.

As a result, the following individuals were arrested and charged:  

Lavone Reynard, a 31-year-old man from East Preston, Nova Scotia

• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
• Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
• Possess a Firearm with Altered Serial Number
• Drive Vehicle with Cannabis Readily Available

 Romaine Cain, a 32-year-old man from Brampton

• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
• Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
• Possess a Firearm with Altered Serial Number

Both men were held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact investigators with the 12 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at 905-453-2121 extension 1233. Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

Here is Peel Police's Fleet Services team with essential winter driving safety tips to make sure we all get home safe this season. Watch until the very end to find out what made our #1!

Please watch the video: here.

Team Genjaga is an elite youth curling team based at the Dixie Curling Centre in Ward 3. These local athletes have just achieved a monumental goal: they have been named Team Ontario #2 and will represent our city and province at the U18 National Curling Championship in Timmins.

A Race Against Time: Feb 8th Deadline

The championship begins on February 8th, leaving a very narrow window to secure the necessary resources. Despite their achievement, the team receives very little funding from provincial bodies, leaving the vast majority of the financial burden on the families. The team must independently raise over $10,000 to cover the high costs of travel to Northern Ontario, accommodations, and competition expenses.

Why This Matters for Mississauga

With Mississauga currently hosting the Scotties Tournament of Hearts for the first time and the Winter Olympics on the horizon, the spotlight is on curling. Supporting Team Genjaga—our very own "Team Ontario"—means investing in the next generation of local stars while our city is at the center of the Canadian curling world.

Fundraising Awareness:

• If you would like to donate you may do so through FlipGive link using the ‘Donate Now’ option - (https://www.flipgive.com/c/473924)

Silent Auction & Swag:

•  We are collecting items for a silent auction and "swag" or local promotional gifts to be used for team gift bags at the national event.

Team Genjaga has worked tirelessly to earn the right to wear the Ontario Trillium. As their home club is in your ward, we would be honored to have your support in ensuring they can represent Mississauga and Ontario with pride.

Join Armagh House and many others on Saturday, February 28 for Armagh’s 5th Annual #CNOY Walk 💙

As we prepare for another stretch of freezing, stormy weather, we’re reminded of the women and children who are forced to walk alone on the coldest nights while fleeing intimate partner violence.

By registering as a team, walker, or sponsor, you can help change that reality—raising critical funds and awareness in support of Armagh and the women and children we serve.

Let’s take action together this Coldest Night of the Year. ❄️👣

Register Now 👉https://cnoy.org/register/mississaugalakeshore

·      Snow clearing activities will begin at Community Mailbox (CMB) and other street furniture sites once snow accumulation reaches 5 cm and should be completed within 24 hours. 

·      Snow clearing activities will take place during the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

·      Canada Post is responsible for clearing the area immediately in front of the CMB and paved access ways across boulevards that lead to the site. We typically do not clear grass boulevards as this can damage the grass or sidewalks. The remainder of the sidewalk is cleared by the municipality or individual homeowner, depending on the particular municipal policies/bylaws in place. As you can appreciate, they vary widely across the country.

·      Snowdrift or plough back will be cleared within 24 hours of it being reported to Canada Post.

·      If you have a concern about snow or ice at a particular CMB site, please call 1-866-607-6301 or submit a snow clearance request at www.canadapost.ca/support  (under “Community Mailbox”, click on Request Snow Clearance).