My time as Mayor of
#Mississauga
comes to an end today. It has truly been the honour of a lifetime to serve. Mississauga is my home and I'll never forget my time here and will continue to give back and do good for a city that I love so dearly. 🔗
Yesterday, I was successfully voted in as the
@OntLiberal
Party leader. Sadly, this means my time as the Mayor of
#Mississauga
will be coming to an end early in the new year. Know that this city will always be my home and I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished together.
Today I tendered my resignation as Mayor of the
@citymississauga
. My last day will be January 12. It’s been an honour of a lifetime to serve the people of
#Mississauga
for over a decade. I hope to continue to give back and do great things for our city as
@OntLiberal
Leader.
From my family to yours, we wish you the very best for a wonderful holiday season. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Yaldā Mubarak, Happy Orthodox Christmas and a Joyous Kwanzaa to all those celebrating. If you can, consider donating to
@FoodBanksMissi
. ➡️
Beautiful tribute shared on my final day in Council Chambers reflecting on my time as your Mayor of this great City. Thank you for all the memories
#Mississauga
!
As we work to address the housing crisis, we must use existing land more efficiently to build more homes suitable for families. Pleased to support
@alvintedjo
's motion to allow fourplexes in our city which will help build the missing middle and unlock $120M in federal funding.
As the candles are lit tonight, marking the start of
#Hanukkah
, I extend heartfelt wishes to all who celebrate this joyous and meaningful festival. May these eight days and nights be a tapestry of prayer, reflection, hope, and comfort. Chag Sameach! 🕎
Disheartened to hear of yet another protest taking place in
#Mississauga
today that’s main message is one of division, undermining the rights and dignity of our 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Starting tomorrow, I'll be on an unpaid leave of absence as Mayor of Mississauga to pursue my bid to become Ontario Liberal Party leader.
I will return on November 27 for Budget meetings to ensure the city is set up for success in 2024.
As I work to cross the finish line in my bid to become Ontario Liberal Party leader, I’ll take an unpaid leave of absence effective Oct 7. Mississaugans are in good hands with our Council and Acting Mayor. In the meantime, I’ll work to review & address key priorities.
I would like to wish
#Mississauga
’s vibrant South Asian community a joyous
#Diwali
and Bandi Chhorh Divas.
❗️REMINDER: Fireworks at home are permitted today.
Have a safe and memorable Diwali. Shubh Deepawali!
✅ Fourplexes are now permitted in
#Mississauga
✅We’re committed to building more rental housing suitable for families and the next generation. Proud of Council for supporting for my motion today and a big thanks to Councillors
@carolynhparrish
@AlvinTedjo
for their advocacy.
Congrats
@MississaugaFES
Chief Rizzi for being named one of
@WXN
’s 100 Most Powerful Women. She is a role model who constantly advocates for our first responders who put themselves at risk to keep us safe. Proud to have strong women in positions of leadership at
@citymississauga
.
Happy New Year,
#Mississauga
! Here's to a year of new beginnings, growth, & unity. It's an extra special year because it’s our 50th Anniversary! Use the hashtag
#Mississauga50
to share your memories & visit for updates on our planned celebrations in 2024!
According to
@CBCNews
food inflation hit 10.8% in August compared to last year, the fastest rise in grocery prices in 30+ years, while the top 3 grocers continue to report record profits. Today, I wrote to federal leaders in support of a parliamentary inquiry into this matter.
4 years ago today, I was re-elected as Mayor of this great city. I've since had the privilege of working with Council and the community as we build our city into a thriving urban centre. I encourage all residents to have their voices heard by voting this Monday October 24.
Grateful to celebrate
#Thanksgiving
with my family yesterday. I hope all in
#Mississauga
were able to celebrate in peace and joy with their loved ones and give thanks for the past year.
Happy Thanksgiving
#Mississauga
! While many of us are fortunate to enjoy a meal with loved ones today, the reality is some of our community members don't have the means or access to healthy food. This
#Thanksgiving
, I encourage you to donate to our neighbours at the
@Food_Bank
.
Sending my best wishes to
#Mississauga
's Orthodox, Coptic and Eastern Catholic communities for a joyous and memorable
#OrthodoxChristmas
. May this time be filled with peace, love and hope.
Back in the Council chambers to lead the
@citymississauga
2024 budget. This no-frills, workman-like budget delivers a lower proposed tax increase than 2023. It also invests in our future, setting us up for success as we prepare to become an independent city in 2025.
Proud to join the
@TheIsmailiCA
community in
#Mississauga
this morning for the annual Ismaili Civic Day in Mississauga Valley Park to support
#EnvironmentalStewardship
. Proud that such engaged and generous residents that continue to give back to our community call our City home.
Free period products - period. Proud that
@citymississauga
is now offering free menstrual products at our facilities. This is an important step forward in creating safe and inclusive spaces while working to end period poverty in
#Mississauga
.🔗
On my last day in Council Chambers, with our dedicated City Councillors. Their heartfelt words and our shared accomplishments fill me with pride. Thank you to all our Councillors for your commitment and hard work.
For the 6th year in a row,
#Mississauga
has ranked in the Top 20 for Best Business Locations in Canada thanks to the team
@MississaugaEDO
! We remain a prime location for business and investment, and a City where all businesses can grow, scale and thrive.🔗
On
#TruthandReconciliationDay
, we acknowledge the lasting and damaging impact residential schools have on Indigenous Peoples in Canada. It is because of the bravery and strength of survivors to tell their stories that we recognize the truth and can work towards reconciliation.
🏀Honoured to present
#Raptors
@superfan_nav
Bhatia the Key to the City.🗝️His contributions to Paul Coffey Park’s four basketball courts and dedication to youth have left an indelible mark in
#Mississauga
. His entrepreneurship, philanthropy and love of basketball inspire us all.
Mississauga's 2024 Budget is officially adopted! With $3.7M in savings, we're maintaining service levels, focusing on transit, prioritizing infrastructure, and building for today and for the future of our growing city.
Mississauga is moving forward with our 2024 Budget!
The City is prioritizing infrastructure, building and growth while maintaining a safe and healthy community.
There’s a lot to look forward to:
- 57,000 additional MiWay service hours
- 10 million visits forecasted to
The annual
@Run4Sauga
hosted by the
@AMYAMississauga
community will be taking place this Sunday at Churchill Meadows Community Centre, in support of the redevelopment of
@THP_hospital
's new
#Mississauga
hospital! Register or donate to this important cause🔗
Port Credit Library is officially reopened! 🎉 📚Congratulations Councillor
@DaskoWard1
& team
@citymississauga
on rebuilding this facility that’s a staple in the heart of
#PortCredit
. Thanks to this much needed renovation, residents can enjoy this library for another 50 years!
As we mark the start of
#IslamicHeritageMonth
, I encourage all residents to take the opportunity to celebrate the important contributions and achievements that the Muslim community has made to the social, economic, political and cultural fabric of our City.
I am deeply concerned by the recent rise in vehicle collisions involving pedestrians and cyclists in
#Mississsauga
, and have asked
@citymississauga
staff to work with
@regionofpeel
to expedite our plans to address speeding on major roads. One death on our roads is one too many.
This has been a difficult week for our first responders. I visited 22 Division to express my condolences to our Road Safety Team who knew Cst. Hong well & were training with him on Monday. Thank you to the
@PeelPolice
Wellness Team for support as they grieve this tremendous loss.
Delighted to attend the 21st annual
@THP_hospital
Diwali Gala last night to raise funds for the new Peter Gilgan
#Mississauga
Hospital and support our city's healthcare system.Wishing a Shubh
#Diwali
to all celebrating!
Proud to join
@MississaugaFES
and
@sixnationsfire
with
@StephenDasko
in Port Credit this morning to unveil artwork by Emily Kewageshig on Fire Station 104 in Port Credit as part of the
@MoccasinIdenti1
project. Thank you to everyone who worked to make this project a reality.
I join
#Mississauga
's Ukrainian community in marking
#UkraineIndependenceDay
. Today, we celebrate the rich history of Ukrainians who call our City home, and we keep hope in our hearts for a peaceful end to this unjustified attack by Russia. Slava Ukraini!🇺🇦
I encourage
#Mississauga
residents in need of special assistance in an emergency to sign up for
@MississaugaFES
's Vulnerable Persons Registry. This critical info will help our firefighters keep our community safe and will help save lives. Learn more:
Great to join Councillor
@DaskoWard1
for the 16th Annual Walk the Walk for The Compass this morning! Proud of our community for coming together to support
@CompassFoodBank
and address good insecurity in
#Mississauga
.
With 13K units under construction, we’re building in
#Mississauga
🏗️ Great to see the progress being made at Brightwater along the waterfront where shovels are in the ground and construction underway on 5 buildings and over 100 townhomes.
Thanks to everyone who came out last night to share warm wishes and kick off the season at the Council Meet and Greet. It's one of my favourite times of the year and I'm so grateful to celebrate with you all. Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa and Happy Holidays!
This is a game-changer for
#Mississauga
. Thrilled the Federal government is removing the GST from new rental apartment construction 👏 This will help bring more affordable rentals to our city and is something we’ve been advocating for years.
Today is
#WorldMentalHealthDay
, an opportunity for all us to learn, listen and work toward breaking down stigmas by bringing awareness to mental health challenges. Our Clock Tower will be lit purple tonight in honour of those who struggle with mental health in our community. 💜
Happy National
#ComingOutDay
! Tonight, our Clock Tower will be lit in the rainbow to honour those who live openly as who they are, as well as those in our community who are questioning or struggling with their identity. We are with you and we love you.
❤️💙💚🧡💛💜🤎🖤🤍
It was a solemn day, as thousands of family, friends and first responders joined to pay respects and honour the life of Cst Hong. Mississauga’s thoughts remain with his wife Jenny, his children Mia & Alex, their family, friends & TPS colleagues as they grieve this tremendous loss
Tonight, the clock tower at City Hall will be lit purple for
#DressPurpleDay2022
, a day to raise awareness and support for every child’s right to safety and well-being in all spaces. Thank you to
@PeelCAS
for the critical work that they do in our community.
Congratulations
@sheridancollege
on opening your Student & Athletic Centre at the Hazel McCallion Campus in
#Mississauga
. Great to see
@the_ssu
advocating for an innovative & sustainable facility that will support students as they live, study and begin their careers in our City.
Nothing like throwing pies at
@citymississauga
Directors to officially launch our City's 2022 United Way Pledge Drive!🥧So proud of our staff for supporting those most in need in our community by committing to raise much needed funds for
@UWGreaterTO
each and every year.👏
Today, we sadly lost one of our own. This morning a
@MiWayHelps
maintenance employee passed away as a result of a workplace accident. Sending my deepest condolences to their family, friends and
@ATU1572LOCAL
colleagues. City flags will remain at half mast in their honour.
The City of Mississauga is saddened at the tragic passing of a
@MiWayHelps
Maintenance employee earlier this morning at the Central Parkway Maintenance Garage. Our thoughts and support are with their family & colleagues at this time. Flags will remain at half-mast in honour.
Many thanks to the 4,500+ residents
who made tonight's 2024 budget information session a success 👏Your feedback and engagement is invaluable as we shape our future and move
#Mississauga
forward.
My message today as we launched the 2024 budget: In the face of an affordability crisis, you expect your elected officials to sharpen their pencils and keep property taxes competitive. Through this budget, we're doing just that, identifying $3.7M in savings and efficiencies.
Today we proudly raised the
#EmancipationDay
flag at
#Mississauga
City Hall with members of the Black Caucus Alliance. This day serves as a reminder of the struggles & triumphs of Black Canadians in their fight for freedom & equality while recognizing the important work ahead.
As we mark Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, we come together to support those in our lives and in our community who have experienced the heartbreaking pain of losing a child. We remember the babies lost and advocate for more resources to support those who are grieving.
Municipal leaders know their residents best and should make decisions about their taxes, roads, garbage pickup, and access to all city services. Let’s not get distracted and continue with the dissolution of Peel Region. Read my op-ed in
@TorontoStar
⬇️
As we mark
#OrangeShirtDay
, I invite all Mississaugans to wear their orange shirts to show their support for survivors and all who have been affected. Tonight, our Clock Tower will be lit orange in honour of residential school survivors and those who tragically lost their lives.
The City of Mississauga’s ‘AAA’ credit rating, for the 20th consecutive year, shows that we remain committed to improving the livelihood of our residents and businesses. Together, we are building a thriving and strong future for all Mississaugans. 📈💪
Mississauga is proud to have earned an ‘AAA’ credit rating, including a stable outlook from S&P, for the 20th consecutive year.
It’s confirmation of our strong financial management and decision-making.
Learn more:
Beautiful evening joining
#Mississauga
's Portuguese community at
@lusocharities
“Taste of Portugal” fundraising event. Thank you Luso Canadian Charitable Society for providing exceptional programs and services that empower individuals living with disabilities in our community.
Today, we launched the Mayor's Annual Thanksgiving Drive, in support of
@FoodBanksMissi
! 🍂With a goal of raising $1,000,000, we need your help to feed our neighbours this Thanksgiving. Visit to find out more.
Fantastic evening celebrating
#Mississauga
's vibrant music scene at the
@Mississauga_M
Music Awards! Our City is home to so many talented artists and it’s great to see them come together to be recognized. Congratulations to the winners and nominees! 👏
Malton is open for business! 🤝
📍To wrap-up my Malton visit, I joined
@HartNatalieA
from the
@MaltonBIA
to checkout the new welcome sign at Morning Star Drive and Darcel Avenue. From shops, to restaurants, parks and more, there’s lots to explore in Malton!
Happy
#HispanicHeritageMonth
!
Throughout the month of October, I encourage all residents to celebrate the rich culture and heritage of the thousands of Hispanic-Canadians who proudly call
#Mississauga
home.
Great to join
@PeelPolice
and
@PeelCops
to raise funds for the ProAction Cops & Kids program, which provides mentorship and skill-building activities to youth in our community. After a successful first year, I’m looking forward to seeing the program flourish in the years ahead.
As we mark the start of
#WasteReductionWeek
, our Clock Tower will be lit blue and green tonight to mark
#Mississauga
's commitment to decreasing our carbon footprint. This week, I encourage you to find ways to reduce waste and help create a cleaner, sustainable community.
Devastated to hear that Satwinder Singh, who was injured in Monday’s shooting in Milton, died from his injuries today. My thoughts are with his family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time.
August 1 is
#EmancipationDay
, a day to remember and honour Black Canadians who fought fearlessly for their equality, dignity, and freedom.
This afternoon at 4:30 p.m., we will be raising the Pan-African flag on
#Mississauga
Celebration Square. I encourage you to join us.
Wishing
#Mississauga
's vibrant Jewish community a happy and memorable
#RoshHashanah
! The Jewish New Year is an important time to reflect on the past and look toward the promise of new beginnings as we mark the start of the High Holy Days. Shana Tova U’metuka!
Just wrapped up our second Housing Panel discussing our progress to support gentle infill development in
#Mississauga
. As we work to achieve our housing targets, we will continue to build complete communities where residents are proud to live, work & raise a family.
Honoured to join enforcement officers from across Canada at
@ABLE_org
's 30th Anniversary Scholarship Awards Gala, hosted by
@PeelPolice
. Great evening celebrating ABLE’s inspiring work, achievements and advocacy. Congratulations to the scholarship recipients!👏
Thanks to the work of the
#FamousFive
, women were legally considered persons today in 1929. However not all women, including those who were Indigenous & racialized, were afforded the same rights. Today we're reminded of the work that still needs to be done to reach true equality.
Happy
#FrancoOntarianDay
! I was proud to join students from across
#Mississauga
to raise the Franco-Ontarian flag high at City Hall. It was great to see the future of the francophone community come together and be so engaged. The Bonne journée des
#FrancoOntariens
!
#ONfr
Great afternoon celebrating the opening of Lifestyle Studio, a barbershop, salon and spa in
#Mississauga
! So inspiring to see Dami, a young entrepreneur follow his dreams and use his platform to advocate for other entrepreneurs looking to start and grow their business.👏
It's Customer Service Week and I want to extend my thanks to the hardworking staff who are the face of the
@citymississauga
! From 311 to Recreation,
@MiWayHelps
, Works, Bylaw & more, our staff is dedicated to ensuring your experience in our City is nothing short of exceptional.👏
Joined
#Mississauga
’s Iranian community to honour the life of
#MahsaAmini
who died tragically and far too soon. A full & transparent investigation must take place. No woman should have her personal freedoms restricted, and that includes what she chooses to wear.
Honoured to join
@PeelPolice
@MississaugaFES
@McbaCanada
and Councillors for the MCBA's annual community policing dinner. This has been an incredibly difficult week for our first responders, and
#Mississauga
is forever grateful for their work and dedication to our community.
I join
#Mississauga
's Hindu community in marking one of their most important festivals,
#Navratri
. I extend my best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous celebration over the next 9 days.
#ShubhNavratri
to those celebrating!
My heart breaks for the parents and families in Thailand whose innocent children were taken away from them so tragically and far too soon. This is every parent’s worst nightmare. Mississauga offers our deepest condolences to the victims, loved ones and all those impacted.
Tomorrow is the last day to purchase
#SmileCookies
from
@TimHortons
to help support the important work the
@Food_Bank
and
@CLMississauga
are doing in our community.
Keep an eye out for these Mayoral approved cookies at a Tims near you! 🍪
Many factors have contributed to the rising costs of groceries, yet revenues at major grocery chains continue to ⬆️ It’s getting harder for people to put food on their tables. Visits
@Food_Bank
⬆️ 50% / last year. We need solutions to tackle food inflation, esp for staple items.
While gasoline got cheaper during August, food prices continued their increase — the cost of groceries has risen has risen by 10.8 per cent in the past year.
Great to join
@McbaCanada
and
@PeelPolice
for their 21st annual Community Crime Awareness Day. Wonderful to see the performances from our diverse community groups and thank our first responders for what they do every single day to keep us safe.
So happy to join
@RotaryRibfest
tonight to raise money for
@Food_Bank
and support our community! Tons of local live music on the schedule for the weekend, including
@BarlowCommunity
and
@KristaBlondin
. Come down to the Erin Mills Town Centre to show your support.
Joined
@ChiefNish
@PeelPolice
to provide an update on this ongoing investigation. My heart is with the families of the victims & those injured. This was a dark day in our City’s history and one I hope we never see again. If you have info helpful to police call 905-453-2121 x3205.
Peel Regional Police provides update on the murders of Constable Andrew Hong and Mr. Shakeel Ashraf and the shooting investigations that transpired in Peel Region and Halton Region on September 12, 2022.
Visited Trinity-St. Paul in Port Credit this morning for their open house.
#Mississauga
's closely-knit faith communities contribute to the social and cultural fabric of our City, and I was glad to see such great turn out to support Rev. Roshni Jayawardena and her congregation.
Wonderful to join
#Mississauga
's South Asian community for
#Diwali
RazzMatazz, a celebration of the diverse culture, food and music that makes our City great. Thank you to the Indo-Canada Arts Council for organizing this weekend's event and
#ShubhDiwali
to all celebrating!
My condolences to the loved ones of
#Toronto
Ward 23 City councillor Cynthia Lai who passed away today. She was a dedicated public servant who fiercely advocated for her community at City Hall, and will be dearly missed by all.
Joined students from across the GTHA to celebrate Indigenous Peoples and reflect on our past at
@NCTR_UM
“Gidinawendimin - We Are All Related”. Incredibly honoured to participate in the sacred memorial cloth ceremony & carry the names of children who died in residential schools.
Joined the tremendous team of volunteers and staff at
@SevaFoodBank
for their
#SevaSpark2022
Fundraising Gala, in support of the individuals and families in
#Mississauga
that rely on their services every day. Thank you to everyone who came out to help end hunger in our community.
Great afternoon joining
@chetacademy
to celebrate their 25th anniversary! CHET are experts in heavy equipment
training here in
#Mississauga
, and it's inspiring to hear how they're helping train Ukrainian newcomers for free and connect them with good, local jobs.👏
Visited the last
@SaugaClassicCar
meeting of the summer at
@DixieOutletMall
this weekend. Incredible turnout from the community, and a great collection of classic and restored cars on display. Can't wait to see you again next year!
Gorgeous afternoon at Harding Estate attending the
@citymississauga
's Long Service Awards to honour employees for dedicating 25+ years to our City. Our employees are at the heart of
#Mississauga
’s exceptional programs & services. Thank you for your impactful & outstanding work.👏
Sharing a final farewell with some of the amazing
@citymississauga
teams. Thank you all for the dedication and hard work that goes into making
#Mississauga
a great place to live, work, and raise a family. Heartfelt gratitude for the contributions of all our city staff!
At 1pm today, I encourage everyone in
#Mississauga
to observe a moment of silence for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. City operations, including MiWay buses, will pause for 96 seconds, and the City Hall clock tower will also be dimmed this evening.
Congratulations to
@karlifarrow
for being named President & CEO of
@THP_hospital
. I’ve worked closely with her during the pandemic and know that she will continue to build community connections and ensure that
#Mississauga
's healthcare system is equitable, resilient and strong.
It was a pleasure joining the Senior Tamils Society of Peel for their 20th annual Walkathon in support of
@THP_hospital
! Thank you to
#Mississauga
's vibrant Tamil community for rallying together year after year to raise important funds to better our healthcare system. 👏