City Council approved the following at its meeting.
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Stronger support planned for Mississauga’s creative and cultural sector 

Council is moving ahead with the “Creative Advantage” plan. The plan supports Mississauga’s arts and creative sector. It also supports tourism, jobs and community life. 

Key points of the motion: 

• The City will ask the provincial and federal governments for funding and policy support. 
• The plan addresses key challenges such as rising costs, limited affordable space and barriers to market access.  
• The sector plays an important role in local jobs, tourism and overall quality of life.
• Mississauga will work with other municipalities and partners to build broader support for the sector. 

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Province urged to strengthen shelter funding for those experiencing violence 

Council is calling for stronger, more consistent support from the Province for shelters. These shelters serve women and children facing intimate partner violence. 

Key points of the motion: 

• The Province is being asked to review funding and service standards for emergency shelters. Current funding could reduce services or limit access. 
• The Province should review length-of-stay rules to help people find housing and support. 
• Shelters provide critical services including safety, housing support and access to legal and mental health care.  
• The City is working with other municipalities and sector partners to strengthen advocacy efforts. 

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Residents to help shape future of Living Arts Centre and downtown core 

Council will begin public consultations on a plan to redevelop the Living Arts Centre and nearby downtown lands. The goal is to create a major destination for culture, tourism and business. The plan includes new cultural venues, public spaces and mixed-use development to support downtown growth. 

Key points of the report: 

• Public consultation will take place from fall 2026 to early 2027.  
• The vision includes new cultural venues, a hotel, convention space, parkland and mixed-use development.  
• Feedback from residents and businesses will help shape ideas and partnerships. 
• Feedback will also help develop future recommendations for Council.  
• A $300,000 study will support planning, analysis and feasibility work.  
• The project aims to strengthen downtown as a hub for events, culture and tourism. 

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New strategy positions arts and museums sector for long-term growth 

Council is moving forward with a plan to support Mississauga’s arts, culture and museum sector. The plan focuses on collaboration, access and long-term growth. 

Key points of the report: 

• Five priority areas and 30 actions will guide future growth and investment.  
• Better coordination will connect artists, organizations and City programs.  
• More affordable spaces and inclusive programming will expand access to culture.
• Investments will support local talent and strengthen creative industries.  
• The City will work with governments, organizations and community groups to carry out the plan. 
• New advisory and governance models will support ongoing collaboration. 

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Council endorsed the following items from the June 17, 2026, General Committee meeting 

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Infrastructure funding plan supports new housing across the city 

Mississauga is seeking funding from other levels of government to support infrastructure needed for new housing. Development charge reductions will continue until at least December 2027, with a potential extension to March 2029 through a provincial funding agreement. 

Key points of the report: 

• The City is pursuing provincial and federal funding tied to reduced development charges.  
• Mississauga already meets requirements, strengthening its eligibility for funding.  
• Key projects include transit, roads and community infrastructure needed to support growth.  
• Transit investments will increase capacity and support more housing near transit.
• Road and servicing upgrades will open up land for new housing.  
• New community and cultural facilities will support growing neighbourhoods.  
• Funding could cover most project costs, reducing pressure on residents and taxpayers. 

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More time and flexibility introduced for penalty payments and appeals 

Mississauga is updating its penalty system to make it faster and easier to use. Changes also give residents more time to respond to penalty notices. 

Key points of the report: 

• Penalty notices can now be mailed using licence plate recognition technology.  
• Delivery timelines increase to provide more time for notices to arrive.  
• Payment deadlines double from 15 to 30 days before late fees apply.  
• Residents will also have 30 days to request a review.  
• Errors can be corrected without requiring a formal dispute.  
• These changes make the system clearer, more flexible and easier to use. 

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Safer, more connected cycling routes planned across Mississauga 

Mississauga is updating its Cycling Master Plan to expand routes, improve safety and support more travel options. 

Key points of the report: 

• About 600 km of new and improved cycling routes are planned across the city. 
• Priority routes will be built over the next five years to improve connectivity.  
• New designs will make cycling safer and more accessible for a wider range of users.  
• Faster “quick build” methods will help deliver routes more quickly.  
• Actions will support planning, funding, education and maintenance.  
• Investments will focus on improving access in underserved areas.  
• Future funding decisions will guide how quickly the network is built. 

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Expanded safety upgrades coming to school zones 

Mississauga is expanding road safety upgrades in school zones using provincial funding. New signs and pavement markings will be added across the city. 

Key points of the report: 

• Provincial funding will support safety improvements in school and community safety zones.  
• Additional funding is being pursued to expand upgrades across the city.  
• New features include flashing signs, speed displays and improved road markings.
• Improvements will be rolled out across more than 200 school zones.  
• Both high-risk areas and city-wide safety measures will be addressed.  
• Funding supports planning, design and installation of upgrades.  
• These changes help keep roads safe after automated speed enforcement was removed. 

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Clearer winter parking rules improve snow clearing and safety 

Mississauga is updating winter parking rules to prohibit parking in 15-hour parking zones during declared winter parking restrictions. This change will help crews clear snow and will enhance road safety.  

Key points of the report: 

• Parking will be restricted in 15-hour zones during declared winter snow events.  
• The change prevents vehicles from blocking snow clearing operations.  
• Crews will be able to clear streets more fully and efficiently.  
• These updates respond to concerns from residents after recent storms. 
• Consistent rules across the city will reduce confusion.  
• Additional towing support is being considered to improve compliance. 

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New approach reduces road salt while protecting the environment 

Mississauga is taking steps to reduce its use of road salt while keeping roads and sidewalks safe. New tools and pilot projects will support this work. 

Key points of the report: 

• A combination of operational changes and pilot projects will reduce salt use.  
• Expanding anti-icing could significantly lower overall salt use each winter.  
• Earlier snow clearing on key roads will further reduce the need for salt.  
• A sidewalk and transit stop pilot will test more effective de-icing materials.  
• A planting trial will help reduce salt impacts on soil and waterways.  
• The approach balances environmental protection with road safety.  

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