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Mississauga.com is a reliable platform for local news, catering to residents of Mississauga, Peel Region, and surrounding areas. With a focus on high-quality community journalism, Mississauga.com provides daily updates and information designed to inform, engage, and empower its audience while fostering a strong sense of community. This website originated from the former weekly publication, The Mississauga News, which has been an award-winning source of news since its inception in 1965, serving as the flagship newspaper for Metroland’s community newspaper network. As of September 15, 2023, it transitioned to a fully digital format. Metroland Media Group Ltd. operates as a part of Torstar Corporation, which is under the ownership of Nordstar Capital, led by Toronto businessman Jordan Bitove.

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Mississauga’s Square One Shopping Centre hosting Indigenous summer market

1 week ago | mississauga.com | Andrew Palamarchuk

Mississauga’s Square One Shopping Centre is hosting a summer market to highlight the creativity and ingenuity of Indigenous entrepreneurs, artists and performers. The event, which takes place June 19-22, is being organized in partnership with Made With Love and is in honour of Indigenous History Month.
How Peel families can help police find a vulnerable loved one who goes missing

1 week ago | mississauga.com | Mzwandile Poncana

When a person with a cognitive condition goes missing, every minute counts. Peel Regional Police’s Vulnerable Persons Registry is a voluntary database that lets families share key information about loved ones with dementia, autism or other cognitive conditions. The goal is to help police respond more quickly and safely during emergencies — especially when someone goes missing or has trouble communicating.
Peel council backs creation of independent auditor general

1 week ago | mississauga.com | Mzwandile Poncana

Peel Region council has voted to establish an independent auditor general and add a new layer of oversight to the municipality’s $6-billion operations. Mississauga councillor Dipika Damerla introduced a motion to create the position and it was approved at the June 12 council meeting. The motion carried with no opposition. The new position will operate independently of Peel’s internal audit department and report directly to regional council.
Peel Region council approves updated safety and well-being plan

1 week ago | mississauga.com | Mzwandile Poncana

Peel Region council has approved an updated Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) Plan aimed at improving how the region addresses complex social issues such as mental health, addictions, youth violence, systemic discrimination and family violence. Endorsed on June 12, the refreshed plan builds on the region’s 2020—2024 strategy and aims for a more flexible, community-informed approach to respond to emerging community needs.
Air India crash victim remembered as ‘very gentle’ woman

2 weeks ago | mississauga.com | Andrew Palamarchuk

Dentist Nirali Sureshkumar Patel worked at the Heritage Dental Centre at 5025 Orbitor Dr. in Mississauga. “She was very nice. She was very gentle, but this not a good time,” said a distraught family member who dropped by the dental office at about 3 p.m. Thursday. The family member didn’t give his name. “I’m deeply saddened to learn that Dr. Patel, a dentist who practised in Ward 5, has been identified as a victim of the Air India tragedy,” said local City Coun. Natalie Hart in an interview.
Mississauga could soon get its first Costco Business Centre

2 weeks ago | mississauga.com | Andrew Palamarchuk

Construction work is underway for a Costco Business Centre outlet that may soon open in Mississauga. A minor site plan application was approved on March 20 by the city’s planning and building department to retrofit the existing building at 3115 Argentia Rd. for the Costco, according to the local councillor’s community newsletter. City spokesperson Irene McCutcheon said building permits have been issued for demolition work, “alterations work with an accessory storage building” and two fascia signs.
Proposed Mississauga 3-tower residential development lacks family-sized units, says mayor

2 weeks ago | mississauga.com | Andrew Palamarchuk

A proposed Cooksville development, consisting of three towers that would be connected by a 12-storey podium, is being criticized over its lack of family-sized units. The proposed development, located on the north side of John Street east of Hurontario Street, would have 1,342 residential units. More than 80 per cent of the units would be one bedroom — something Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish took issue with at a recent planning and development committee meeting.
‘Celebrating hope’: Walk to End ALS to be held at Port Credit Memorial Park in Mississauga

3 weeks ago | mississauga.com | Andrew Palamarchuk

The Mississauga/Etobicoke Walk to End ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) takes place this Saturday at Port Credit Memorial Park. The five-kilometre walk route will take place around the park, located at 40 Lakeshore Rd. E. in Mississauga.
‘Community strength’: Gun violence awareness event in Mississauga on Saturday features music, outreach

3 weeks ago | mississauga.com | Mzwandile Poncana

A free community event will take place in Mississauga and Toronto on Saturday, June 7 to mark the National Day Against Gun Violence. Organized by the non-profit group Keep6ix, Harmony Over Violence aims to raise awareness about the impact of gun violence while offering space for healing and support. Toronto-based Keep6ix provides mentorship, advocacy and community support for youth impacted by gun violence or the criminal justice system.
‘Leadership transition’: Credit Valley Conservation replacing chief administrator

3 weeks ago | mississauga.com | Craig Campbell

Credit Valley Conservation announced Quentin Hanchard, the authority’s chief executive officer since December 2021, was no longer serving in that role as of May 30. The decision was apparently made by the Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) board of directors during an in camera meeting on Friday, May 30. No reasons were provided for the leadership transition.