Building Canada Strong starts in Mississauga: City outlines advocacy priorities ahead of 2026 Federal budget

The City of Mississauga has submitted its 2026 Federal Pre-Budget Submission to the Government of Canada. The recommendations in this submission focus on partnering with the federal government to accelerate housing delivery, advance critical transit investments, protect communities from flooding, modernize the municipal fiscal framework and address the growing food insecurity crisis.

Mississauga is experiencing rapid growth that is placing increasing pressure on housing supply, transit capacity and climate-resilient infrastructure.

The City’s 2026 Federal Pre-Budget Submission acknowledges significant federal progress made over the past year, including the launch of the Build Communities Strong Fund and the March 30, 2026 Canada–Ontario Partnership to Build. The submission identifies key areas where continued federal action and investment will support Mississauga’s growth as a world-class city and a critical engine of Ontario’s and Canada’s prosperity.

Key recommendations

1. Getting more housing built
2. Breaking gridlock and moving people
3. Protecting communities from flooding
4. Building a sustainable municipal growth framework
5. Addressing food insecurity

Read Mississauga’s 2026 Federal Pre-Budget Submission to learn more.

Quotes

“Mississauga is showing leadership on the housing crisis, investing in critical infrastructure, and ensuring Mississauga remains an affordable place to live and work. The federal government has taken important steps this year, from the Build Communities Strong Fund to the Canada–Ontario Partnership to Build, and Mississauga is ready to be a full partner in delivering on them. As Ontario’s second-largest urban economy and a driver of jobs and investment across the country, Mississauga requires ongoing collaboration with the federal government to realize its full potential. I’m confident the Prime Minister and our local MPs are listening and will continue to take action.” – Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish

“Mississauga is committed to building more homes faster, supporting the infrastructure needed for growth, and advocating for a modern municipal fiscal framework that reflects the realities of a 21st century city. With federal partnership, we can deliver tangible results that improve affordability, connectivity, climate resilience, and community wellbeing for generations to come.” – Geoff Wright, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer

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