Ward 8 E-Newsletter

Ward 8 E-News

Hello Neighbours

As we approach the municipal election on October 26, 2026, I wanted to let you know that this will be my final Ward 8 E-Newsletter for this term of Council.

Ward 8 residents should also be receiving or have received my 2026 Summer Newsletter in their mailboxes. As always, I encourage you to visit my website for all Ward 8 updates.

Thank you for your continued support and engagement throughout this term. It has been my privilege to serve our community.

Wishing you and your family a safe, enjoyable, and happy summer!

Matt

South Common Community Centre & Library Update

My office receives many calls and emails from residents asking about the progress of the South Common Community Centre and Library redevelopment. Because of the strong community interest in this exciting project, I worked with City staff to bring together an overview update on where things stand and what’s ahead.

I hope you enjoy this update and share in the excitement as we move forward with creating a modern, vibrant community hub for residents to enjoy for generations to come!

WATCH MY VIDEO UPDATE

Mississauga is honouring the life and service of Constable Marc Pinizzotto by renaming a park near his childhood home in Lorne Park.

At a Special Council meeting on June 17, Mayor Parrish introduced a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Mahoney, a member of the Peel Police Service Board, to rename Indian Gate Park to Constable Marc Pinizzotto Park. Council passed the motion unanimously.

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As summer begins and school lets out for the season, many families are looking for affordable ways to keep their children active and connected to their community. Starting June 29, Mississauga’s Let’s Play in the Park program is returning to 14 neighbourhood parks across the city, offering free outdoor recreation opportunities for children. The program helps children stay active, build friendships and develop important life skills through play. The goal is to promote fitness and make summer fun and easy to enjoy, with activities offered weather permitting.

Let’s Play in the Park is a free, supervised drop-in program for children ages 6 to 12. No registration is required, making it easy for families to join activities close to home. Participation is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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The 2026 construction season has begun. Residents and visitors will see crews at work across Mississauga, improving public spaces and systems people rely on. The City plans to spend about $170 million on more than 30 new projects and seven ongoing projects from 2025. Crews will repair and maintain existing roads, bridges and trails. They will also work to restore creeks and stormwater ponds. Some new projects will also begin, such as building a new pumping station, traffic signals and cycle paths. This work will help keep roads, bridges and other city spaces in good shape and ready for future growth.

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Summer is here, and many of us are looking forward to celebrating Canada Day. Whether you’re heading out to watch fireworks, spending time outdoors, or gathering with friends and family, it’s a time to relax and enjoy. It’s also a reminder that our celebrations can affect neighbours, pets and the community.

Following City rules helps reduce the risk of fires and injuries. It also reduces noise, parking issues and helps first responders focus on real emergencies, keeping neighbourhoods safe and welcoming for everyone.

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What do tires, paint cans, furniture, construction waste, yard waste and household garbage have in common? These are some of the most common used and unwanted items dumped across the city. Illegal dumping happens in parks and green spaces throughout Mississauga. In 2025, the City received over 580 reports of illegal dumping. This year, there have already been more than 195 complaints.

Some areas in Mississauga get more complaints than others and this could vary year by year. Some of these areas include Glen Erin Trail, Lake Aquitaine Park, Malton Greenway, Tillsdown Park and Tom Charter Memorial Park. City staff have also spent about 3,500 hours cleaning up illegal dumping over the past three years. People caught dumping illegally can be fined between $500 and $100,000.

Learn more about illegal dumping in Mississauga and how you can help.

Bring the family, learn new skills and spend a summer day by the water at Family Fishing Day on Sunday, July 5.

Angling to try something new this summer? The City’s Family Fishing Day event and Ontario’s Learn to Fish program are both returning to Mississauga. Whether you fish every weekend or you’ve never held a fishing rod before, you’re welcome to join. Both events are a great way to try fishing, hear from experts and learn how to fish responsibly, all while enjoying the outdoors in Mississauga.

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Get ready for an adrenaline-filled weekend in the heart of the city. JACKALOPE Mississauga returns to Mississauga’s downtown from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12, bringing together elite athletes, action sports competitions, live entertainment, food and festival experiences for residents and visitors of all ages.

This free, three-day action sports festival will transform the Square One Shopping Centre parking lot into an outdoor sports event venue featuring world-class skateboarding, BMX, calisthenics, Moto X demos, food, music, pop-up activations and more. Visitors of all ages can participate with a climbing wall, a mini ramp, and a mini-skatepark.

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