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Computer Centre Opens Doors
The Sheridan Computer Resource Centre opened its doors to the community August 2012. The centre, located in the Sheridan Library, in the Sheridan Centre is a joint project between the City of Mississauga and Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services (PICS).
PICS is a non-profit community-based agency that provides information to newcomers about social issues, makes referrals to other agencies and offers interpretation and translation services. Clients can refresh their computer skills and conduct job searches at their Resource Centre. The partnership is a win-win for the Sheridan community as the centre will introduce library users to PICS services and PICS clients will benefit from the resources the library offers. The computer centre will better serve the growing needs of residents by providing additional hours of access to an increased number of computers. Click here to learn more: Sheridan Library |
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Top Employer for Young People and New Canadians
Results of Mediacorp Canada Inc.’s ‘Canada’s Top 100 Employers” nation-wide competition for 2012 ranked the City of Mississauga as a Top Employer for Young People for the third straight year, and a Best Employer for New Canadians for the second year in a row.
The Top Employer for Young People designation recognizes employers who offer programs and opportunities for younger workers. Mediacorp Canada Inc. highlighted the City’s ongoing employee development in the form of subsidies for tuition and professional accreditation, in-house apprenticeship opportunities, online training and online skills inventory. Mississauga is considered a leader in attracting and retaining younger employees. As a Best Employer for New Canadians, the City was recognized for demonstrating commitment to investing in the best talent through participation in mentoring and internship programs aimed at new Canadians. Many of the interns hired through Career Bridge, a program for internationally-qualified professionals, have gone on to permanent employment with the City. Click here to learn more: Canada's Best Employers for New Canadians |
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MYAC - New Name, New Plan
Mississauga’s youth advisory board has a new name and a new plan to make youth feel welcome and engaged.
Formerly known as the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee, the Mississauga Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) was unveiled in 2012. MYAC was established over 30 years ago as an advisory body to the Mayor and Members of Council on city issues, programs and services that impact and influence youth. The new MYAC is the youth-led city-wide advisory team and will be instrumental in supporting the implementation of the City’s Youth Plan launched in 2011. MYAC will be the voice for the more than 145,000 youth in Mississauga; connecting youth to youth on issues that matter to them. In 2012 MYAC hosted “Our Voice Our Vision,” a youth professional development conference for youth involved in advisory groups. And in 2013, they will play host to the Youth Achievement Awards during REBEL 13 Youth Week in May. Click here to learn more: mississauga.ca/youth |
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Housing Choices
As Mississauga’s population grows, ages and diversifies, the City is ensuring residents have choices of affordable housing for the future. Housing Choices: Mississauga’s Affordable Housing Strategy and Action Plan is being developed to address Mississauga’s housing needs. Housing Choices looks to fulfill the needs of young adults, older adults and new immigrants.
The city’s housing needs were identified in the Housing Choices: Summary of Housing Needs report released in 2011. In the report, it was identified that one in three Mississauga households has affordability issues. Providing options for affordable housing is an important part of ensuring Mississauga has a range of housing choices for everyone to feel they belong. The Province released its Long-Term Affordable Housing Strategy and Bill 140: Strong Communities through Affordable Housing in 2011 requiring municipalities to permit second units, also known as basement apartments or secondary suites, in homes. Housing Choices: A Vision and Framework was completed and six components for Housing Choices were identified, one of which is second units. The City hosted five public consultation workshops in 2012 and an online survey was developed to gather additional public input on second units. A proposed implementation strategy for second units has been developed. The public had the opportunity to give their feedback at a public meeting early in 2013. Click here to learn more: mississauga.ca/housingchoices |
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