Some Mississauga residents can get ahead of winter and start applying for the City’s Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Program . The program provides snow clearing assistance by clearing a space in the windrow for residents 65 years or older and for people with physical disabilities. A windrow is a pile of snow left at the end of a …
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I am pleased to report that the City of Mississauga is constructing a new multi-use trail along the north side of Eglinton Avenue West, from Creditview Road to Credit Valley Road. As part of this project, the work being completed includes excavation, placement of granular and concrete, installation of curb and gutter, relocation of utilities, …
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Are you covered in the event of a disaster, like flood, wind or fire? It’s important to have insurance coverage for your property, whether you own or rent, in the event of a disaster like flood, wind or fire. The City’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM), which prepares the City to manage complex incidents, emergencies …
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Emergencies, such as flooding, can happen at any time. The City’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM), which prepares the City to manage complex incidents, emergencies and disasters and has created a usefulResidential Guide to Flood Prevention and Recovery. I encourage you and your family to have a look at this guide and ensure you are …
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If you’re looking for some fun things to do this summer, the Mississauga Library has you covered! Be sure to check out these great programs and activities at City libraries this summer: Join a Club Check out the TD Summer Reading Club website and then starting July 2, join the club anytime and check out what’s happening all …
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The City of Mississauga has developed its first Parking Master Plan and Implementation Strategy . The plan outlines how local parking will evolve as the City continues to grow and transform. The Parking Master Plan is the result of a two-year study that gathered input from decision-makers, parking providers and parking users. Engagement activities included in-person workshops, …
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From April 15 – 27 , thousands of people across Canada volunteered for 20 minutes to pick up litter around their workplace, school or community. I organized a small cleanup at Streetsville Rotary Park , beside the Streetsville Library on Saturday, April 27, 2019. I would like to thank everyone who joined me to clean …
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The Bread & Honey Festival has been great fun for everyone and a wonderful tradition in our community since 1973. The 2019 festival will be held on the weekend of May 31- June 2, so be sure to mark your calendars! This year’s festival promises to be an amazing celebration with an amazing line-up of …
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Please be advised that the Region of Peel’s garbage exemption periods have changed. During an exemption period you can put unlimited amounts of acceptable garbage on the curb. You don’t need to use garbage bag tags during this time. The exemption period on your garbage collection day for 2019 and 2020 are during the weeks …
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The City’s Forestry Section is launching a Tree Stewardship Program to encourage residents to support street trees adjacent to their property. In 2018, the City installed tree watering bags on street trees that were planted in 2015 and no longer covered by warranty. This year the program will expand to street trees that were planted …
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