News release

Mississauga Matters – Provincial Candidates to Debate on Top Priorities

The City of Mississauga is hosting a debate for local candidates in the provincial election to talk about public transit, sustainable infrastructure and affordable housing.

Local government | May 17, 2018

On Tuesday, May 22, the City of Mississauga will hold a candidates’ debate in the lead-up to the June 7, 2018 provincial election. One representative from each major political party will debate on Mississauga’s top priorities: public transitsustainable infrastructure and affordable housing. Home to six provincial ridings, the Province of Ontario is an important partner in ensuring Mississauga achieves its city-building priorities moving forward.

What:
A provincial candidates’ debate on Mississauga’s top priorities featuring local candidates from the Green Party, Liberal Party, New Democratic Party and Progressive Conservative Party.

Who:  
Expert Panel:
Bonnie Crombie, Mississauga Mayor
Anita Stellinga, Interim CEO of United Way of Peel
David Wojcik, President & CEO of Mississauga Board of Trade

Moderator:
Francis D’Souza, Senior Manager, Editorial, CityNews, Citytv Toronto

Local Candidates:
Representatives from the Green Party, Liberal Party, New Democratic Party and Progressive Conservative Party

In Attendance:
Members of Council
City’s Leadership Team

Date:
Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Time:
7 to 8:30 p.m.

Where:  
Mississauga Civic Centre, Council Chambers
300 City Centre Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
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Registration:
RSVP is mandatory as space is limited. For those unable to attend, the debate will be streamed live on Facebook.

On Thursday, June 7, residents are encouraged to vote for a candidate that understands that Mississauga Matters. For more information on Mississauga’s priorities, ridings and candidates, visit mississaugamatters.org.

Media Contact:
Edyta Brzeziak
Marketing Consultant
Phone: 905-615-3200 x3719
TTY: 905-896-5151
Email: edyta.brzeziak@mississauga.ca