Waste collection services will shift to Mississauga in 2027

On September 10, 2025, Mississauga City Council approved October 1, 2027 as the new date to transition waste collection services from the Region of Peel to the City of Mississauga. Previously scheduled for January 1, 2026, this change aligns with the timing of the City’s new waste collection contract, ensuring a smooth transition and a service that’s tailored to Mississauga residents’ needs.

The recommendation was presented by the Transition Committee, made up of staff from the Region of Peel, City of Mississauga, City of Brampton and Town of Caledon. The recommendation was approved by the Town of Caledon on September 9, the City of Brampton on September 10, and Regional Council on September 11.

The transfer of waste collection responsibilities includes collection of waste, including garbage, organics and yard waste. The new transition date is aligned with the start of the City’s new waste collection contract. This will provide residents with a waste collection service that reflects and responds to Mississauga residents’ needs, aligns with the City’s existing programs and services, and creates more opportunities for efficiencies.

Next steps

City staff will present an implementation plan to Mississauga City Council in 2026 that will outline the transition in more detail.

Until October 1, 2027, waste collection in Mississauga will continue to be provided by the Region of Peel. Residents should continue to direct any questions or waste collection related concerns to the Region. For more details about waste collection, visit peelregion.ca/waste.

New provincial recycling program

Beginning January 1, 2026, the Region will no longer be responsible for collecting recycling in Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon.

In 2021, the Government of Ontario enacted the Blue Box Regulation that requires producers of recycling products and packaging to pay for and run recycling programs. Circular Materials, a national not-for-profit organization and the administrator of Ontario’s common collection system, will take over the operation of the Region’s recycling program on behalf of producers on January 1, 2026. The Region will continue to operate its six Community Recycling Centres.

Quotes

“I am confident that Mississauga will do an excellent job of collecting waste, while also finding efficiencies and savings. There are a lot of similarities between waste and the other services we provide to residents. Mississauga Council has long asked for regional services to be downloaded to the City, including planning, the maintenance of regional roads, and now waste collection. We understand our residents and their needs and will soon be responsible for even more of the important services they rely upon, while saving taxpayer dollars. This is a win for Mississauga residents.” – Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish.

“Adjusting the transition date to October 1, 2027, provides our teams with the time needed to thoroughly plan and implement a waste collection service that meets the needs of Mississauga residents. Our staff are committed to providing a high-quality service that’s resident-focused, and this timeline sets us up to do that.” – Geoff Wright, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer

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• Service Updates and Changes