Dear Ward 3 residents,

Summer is finally here!

I wanted to take the time to provide a fun-filled update on what Ward 3 residents can expect for this summer season.

To kick off the beautiful month of July I am thrilled to celebrate Canada Day at Celebration Square. If you and your family would like to attend the various events that are being put together by the City of Mississauga be sure to read the section of my update on community involvement/events where you can find all the details necessary.

If you and your family want to stay active this summer season enjoy our beautiful parks in the Ward and throughout the city. I have included an extensive update on what's new throughout our parks and recreation.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact my office.

Ward 3 E Update June 30, 2023

Let’s Play in the Park is a free, half-day, fully supervised, outdoor drop-in program beginning on Monday, July 3, for children ages six to 12 years old. A mix of games, sports, crafts, theme days and special events will be organized to ensure a fun time! Participation is based on first come, first served basis, including registered and drop-in participants.

Ward 3 park participating:

• Forest Glen Park

What's your go-to outdoor pool in Mississauga?

Mine is for sure our beautiful outdoor pool in Ward at Applewood Heights.

Get a swim membership for unlimited access to 7 seasonal outdoor pools and drop-in recreational swims all summer long Learn more: https://bit.ly/3r8T9uw

Upcoming herbicide application by the Forestry Department through the use of Brinkman Living Infrastructure began on, June 27^th, 2023.

Chemical control will be completed at the following parks. See below for more details:

·       Applewood Hills

o  Target species: Wild Parsnip

o  Details: Treatment will occur along the entire length of Applewood Hills Trail, from south of Eastgate Parkway to southern most exists at Queen Frederica Drive. These areas were treated in 2022 with success, through re-treatment is needed for isolated plants.

·       Shelby Park

o  Target species: Wild Parsnip

o  Details: Treatment will occur in the north part of the natural area, along the maintained trail where there are a few scattered populations of plants. These areas were treated in 2022 with success, through re-treatment is needed.

The herbicide being used is VisionMax (Glyphosate) and is sprayed using a handheld/backpack sprayer.

Please note: Both sites will have notice signs posted at all access points to the spray area at least 24 hours prior to treatment and will be removed no less than 48 hours after treatment. Treatment should be completed in 2 weeks, but may extend into further weeks as needed.

Event Details

When

• July 22, 2023 5:00 pm

Where

• Maja Prentice Theatre

Recomended Audience

• 8+

Duration

• 35 minutes

About The Show

The most famous puppet in the world, Pinocchio, is coming to Mississauga. This world-wide acclaimed puppet show makes it’s North American debut this Summer. Fun for the whole family. The classic story of a wooden boy who wishes to become a real-boy, is coming to Mississauga. This new adaptation of Pinocchio, from Slovenia, takes us back to the very origins of the story. With a little bit of wood, some creativity and a little bit of stage magic, life is created. 

To learn more please visit: Here.

This Canada Day, Mississauga is the place to be! Mississauga Celebration Square (MCS) has a jam-packed event in store for people of all ages to enjoy and celebrate Canada’s 156th birthday.



This year’s entertainment line-up features Canadian artists and a variety of activities. Cool off in the City’s largest outdoor fountain, enjoy roaming entertainers and snap a photo for the ‘gram with Peppa Pig, Bluey and Care Bears. Camp Canuck is back featuring a giant, interactive mural for the young Picassos of the future to unleash their creative side. You’ll want to save your appetite, as there will be a number of mouth-watering food truck vendors to keep your stomach happy all-day long.

To kick off the evening festivities, a ceremony will include greetings from Mayor Bonnie Crombie, Members of Council and special guests. The City’s Youth Poet Laureate, Lisa Shen, will perform one of her poems from the main stage. Event attendees are invited to re-confirm their Canadian Citizenship through a reaffirmation oath reading.

Co-hosts Emily Agard and Akil Augustine will keep you in the Canadian frame-of-mind all day long and the main stage will have you dancing and moving with the best in Canadian music, including Canadian favourite Jamie Fine and an unforgettable performance by headlining pop-sensation Faouzia. The show ends with a bang featuring a spectacular fireworks finale at 10 p.m.

Event details

Date:

Saturday, July 1, 2023

Time:

4 to 10:30 p.m.

4 to 7 p.m. – Camp Canuck (note: lines may close at 6:15 p.m.)

4:30 p.m. – Ceremony

5:30 to 10 p.m. – Musical performances by Aqyila, MICO, Jamie Fine and Faouzia

10 p.m. – Fireworks

Location:

Mississauga Celebration Square

300 City Centre Dr. [Map]

Cost:

Free

More details on the City’s Canada Day ceremony and celebration can be found on the event webpage.

Important event information

Parking and transportation

With limited access to available parking downtown, attendees are encouraged to carpool, walk, bike or take MiWay. Use MiWay’s trip planner to plan your destination.

Road closures

Road closures will be in effect in the downtown core from 10 a.m. to midnight on July 1. Areas impacted by the closures can be found on the event webpage.

Celebrating Canada Day in your neighbourhood?

Check out these Canada Day celebrations taking place throughout Mississauga:

• Port Credit Paint the Town Red
• Malton Canada Day Celebration
• Streetsville Canada Day Celebration

Accessibility

Accessible mobility device charging stations will be available at Celebration Square, including an onsite accessible viewing area.

Fireworks

If you plan to set off fireworks in your neighbourhood this Canada Day, visit the City’s website for more information on using fireworks safely in Mississauga.



The Canada Day event at Mississauga Celebration Square has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada through the Canadian Heritage grant. MCS would also like to thank all sponsors and partners involved in this year’s celebration.

Starting today until August 21, nominations for the City of Mississauga’s Civic Recognition program will be accepted.

Exceptional individuals, community groups and businesses whose contributions help make Mississauga a great place to live, work and play are eligible for nomination in one of four categories as part of the 2023 Civic Awards of Recognition program.

Achievements are recognized in the following categories:

• Voluntary Community Service: individuals or groups that have improved the quality of life in Mississauga through volunteer efforts.
• Youth Community and Civic Engagement: youth between ages 14 and 24 who have contributed more than 140 volunteer hours to community or civic activities.
• Achievement in Sports: athletes or teams that have won championships at a city-wide, regional, provincial, national or international level.
• Achievement in Arts: artists or arts groups that have won competitions, juried shows or exhibitions. Outstanding accomplishments in academic fields may also be recognized.

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

1. Visit mississauga.ca/civicrecognition.
2. Review the award criteria.
3. Fill out the online nomination form. You can also download the form and submit it by email to civicrecognition.program@mississauga.ca. Please note that only completed nomination forms will be evaluated.

The City will consider the first 100 nominees and review nominations on a first come, first served basis.

Nominees who qualify will be invited to receive their award during an evening ceremony at Mississauga City Hall on September 26, 2023.

For more information, visit mississauga.ca/civicrecognition.

On Canada Day, Saturday, July 1, MiWay will operate on a holiday schedule.

Based on the expected demand, some routes will:

Provide additional late evening service to customers:

• 3 Bloor
• 7 Airport
• 9 Rathburn-Thomas
• 10 Bristol-Britannia
• 23 Lakeshore
• 26 Burnhamthorpe
• 34 Credit Valley
• 61 Mavis
• 66 McLaughlin

Operate less often due to low customer demand:

• 4 Sherway Gardens
• 5 Dixie

Will not operate due to low customer demand:

• 28 Confederation
• 35 Eglinton-Ninth Line
• 46 Tenth Line-Osprey
• 48 Erin Mills

Please check for updated schedules.

You can only set off fireworks at home on the following holidays:

• Victoria Day
• Canada Day
• Lunar New Year
• Diwali

To set off fireworks on private property on any day other than these holidays, you’ll need to apply for a firework display permit.

Fireworks cannot be used on a public street, park or road without a permit. You should only buy fireworks from a licensed retailer.

How to apply

To apply for a firework display permit or for more information, call 905-896-5908 or email us at fire.prevention@mississauga.ca. We’ll tell you which application forms you need to complete and how much it’ll cost.

Applications must be sent to us at least 14 days before your event.

Use of fireworks

Depending on where fireworks are set off, you can make a complaint to the City.

To report fireworks located on:

Private property

Call 311 (905-615-4311 outside city limits) or submit a complaint online

Public roadways

Contact Peel Regional Police

City parks or schools

Call the Facility Watch Program at 905-615-4060

For all other firework enquiries, call Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services’ non-emergency line at 905-456-5700

Sale of fireworks

To report the improper sale of fireworks in Mississauga, call 311 (905-615-4311 outside city limits) or submit a complaint online.

Are you hoping to learn something new this summer? Have you been waiting for the latest bestseller to read outside or by the pool? Are you looking for fun programs and activities to keep your children busy and happy? The Mississauga Library has you covered! With over 850 free programs in July and August, the library has something for everyone in the family to enjoy, while promoting the love of reading! Visit your local library all summer long to challenge yourself with reading and you may even win a prize!

TD Summer Reading Club

From Monday, June 12 to Saturday, September 2, children (ages three to 12) who register in person at a Mississauga Library location to take part in the 2023 TD Summer Reading Club, have the chance to win incentive prizes like stickers and stamps as well as an Early Bird, Weekly or Grand Prize.

This summer, the library is giving away over 180 incredible prizes such as new bikes, scooters, instant cameras and Canada’s Wonderland season passes! They are also doing weekly draws at all locations for tickets and passes to popular family destinations such as Cineplex, Wet ‘n’ Wild Waterpark, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), Ripley’s Aquarium and more!

For full details, read the contest rules.

TDSRC Official Kick-Off Party

Join us for the TD Summer Reading Club kick-off party on the first day of Open Air Storytime taking place Wednesday, July 5 at 10:30 a.m. at the Amphitheatre at Celebration Square. Library storytimes and other engaging performers will take the stage at the Amphitheatre every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. until August 30.

Book Buzz Reading Challenge

The Book Buzz Reading Challenge for teens and adults encourages you to challenge yourself to read widely by trying new books, authors and genres. To enter, simply track the books you’ve read in specific categories and then submit your list using the online submission form. While you have until Sunday, December 31 to complete the challenge, the summer can be a great time to get most of your reading done. If you read 12 books in the 12 different categories, you’ll have the chance to win a grand prize.

Register for more summer programs, including book clubs, family storytimes, conversation circles and more at activemississauga.ca.

For more information about Mississauga Library visit mississaugalibrary.ca.

Background

TD Summer Reading Club

The TD Summer Reading Club is Canada’s biggest, bilingual summer reading program for children of all ages, interests, and abilities. This program inspires children to explore the fun of reading during the summer months while celebrating Canadian writers and illustrators. It also assists with literacy development, confidence building and setting children up for future reading successes.

The Sauga Summer Pass is valid from July 1 to August 31 and offers free:

• MiWay rides (for ages 12 to 16)
• Drop-in fun swims at City pools (for ages 12 to 16)
• Fitness centre access (for ages 14 to 16)

Who can apply

To access free MiWay rides and swims, applicants must be between the ages of 12 to 16 (those born between May 2, 2006, to May 1, 2011) during the time of registration.

How to apply

1. Download, print and complete the Sauga Summer Pass application form
2. Submit the completed form at any City community centre
3. Bring a piece of identification with you to verify your date of birth

Fitness centre add-on

If you are between the ages of 14 to 16, you can also access various fitness amenities on a first-come, first-served basis after registering with a parent/guardian. Those who turn 14 during the program can add this on or after their birthday.

Fitness centre access can be added to your Sauga Summer Pass by completing the following additional steps:

1. Have a parent or guardian visit any community centre and complete the Eligibility for Youth Membership Consent form (available onsite) at the customer service desk
2. Attend a Virtual Fitness Orientation session offered conveniently online throughout the summer. Choose one of the sessions below. Please sign in with the name used for your membership.

• Mondays at 6:30 p.m. – Register
• Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. – Register 
• Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. – Register
• Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. – Register

Additional sessions will be offered based on demand.

Peel Region offices and some non-emergency services will be closed for the Canada Day holiday on Monday, July 3, 2023.

The following non-emergency services are closed and will reopen on Tuesday, July 4, 2023:

• Access Peel Counters
• Dental Services Contact Centre
• Early Years and Child Care Services
• Family Health Call Centre
• Healthy Sexuality Clinics
• Housing Services, Client Services

Vaccination Clinics

COVID-19 vaccine clinics and routine school immunization clinics will be closed on Monday, July 3, 2023. Clinics will resume regular hours of operations on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. To check for available clinics and to book your appointment, visit: COVID-19 vaccine or routine school immunization.

Peel Works Harm Reduction Services

Needle Exchange Program and Harm Reduction – Mobile Van will be closed Saturday, July 1 and Monday, July 3 and will reopen on Tuesday, July 4.

Emergency shelter, food, or personal support

For urgent homelessness supports, including food, supplies, referrals, and shelter, call the Street Helpline 24/7 at 1-877-848-8481. For information on emergency shelter, visit the emergency shelter web page or call 905-450-1996.

Peel Living Maintenance Requests

For Peel Living maintenance requests, contact the 24-hour request line at 905-790-7335.

TransHelp

To travel on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4, you must call 905-791-1015 and book by 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 2.

 On Monday, July 3:

·       Call us at 905-791-1015 if you need to cancel your trip.

·       Flexible (same-day) trips will not be provided.

·       All subscription trips will be cancelled, with the exception of dialysis trips.

·       TransHelp will operate from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m.

·       The TransHelp office will be closed and unable to process applications, payments, or feedback.

We offer bookings up to 7 days in advance. Consider booking your next trip early to ensure your holiday travel.

Email transhelp@peelregion.ca or call 905-791-1015 with any questions. 

Public Transit

Visit Brampton Transit and Mississauga Transit for holiday schedules.

Waste collection Brampton, Mississauga, Caledon

On Monday, July 3, there will be no waste collection. Waste will be collected one day later that week. Check your collection calendar to find your pickup day or sign up to receive free waste collection reminders. 

All Community Recycling Centers are closed on Saturday July 1.

Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)

PAMA will be closed on Saturday, July 1 and Monday, July 3. Visit Sunday, July 2 and see the brand new Yours to Discover: Sights/Sites of Peel Region exhibition! Take a tour of our amazing region through the landscapes of PAMA’s art collection. 

Increased GO train service on the Milton line to give you more options for your commute: 

• In the mornings, an additional eastbound trip will depart Milton GO at 7:59 a.m., arriving at Union at 9:03 a.m.  
• In the afternoon, an additional westbound trip will depart at 5:10 p.m., arriving at Milton GO at 6:12 p.m. 

GO bus service changes 

There will be new hourly weekday express trip options on GO Bus Route 21 between Lisgar, Meadowvale and Clarkson GO: 

• If you’re travelling between Lisgar, Meadowvale and Clarkson, you will save about 10 minutes on your commute. Some trips will depart up to 10 minutes earlier or later to maintain connections to Lakeshore West trains.  
• Express trips will not stop at Erin Mills Transitway or Streetsville GO. If you’re travelling to or from these stations, your service will be approximately hourly. 

Please check your schedules and plan your route prior to travel at gotransit.com