Neighbourhood News
Happy Thanksgiving
 
As we all get together this weekend to celebrate Thanksgiving with our family and friends, let's not forget our neighbours.  This can be a difficult time for many families around Mississauga and by donating to the Mississauga Food Bank you can help your neighbours in Mississauga "set their table"

Vacuum Leaf Pickup
 
Addresses eligible for Leaf Pickup will receive a direct-mail notice that indicates when leaves  will be picked up in their area. Check the  Leaf Pickup Route Map  to find out if your street will receive Vacuum Leaf Pickup. No new streets will be added to the program at this time.
MiWay Information
MiWay Low-Income Pilot Program
( News Release)
 
The MiWay Affordable Transportation Pilot program, first introduced in May will be extended until March 31, 2017. The new Discount Transit Ticket Program Pilot for Mississauga food banks, will run from November 1, 2016 to December 31, 2017.

MiWay Low-Income Pilot Program

MiWay Launches Real-Time Bus Updates
( News Release)
 

MiWay riders will receive up-to-the-minute information about their next bus starting November 1. The responsive Plan a Trip website will allow riders to know the exact time the bus will arrive at their stop.

The information will be refreshed every 60 seconds for scheduled routes and buses .

MiWay Launches Real-Time Blus Updates - Media Release

Community Recognition

The City will be lighting the Civic Centre Clock tower on:

Friday, October 7th - 8pm - Teal - to support
Trigeminal Neuralgia Day.

Monday, October 10th - 8pm - Purple - to support 
Upcoming Events
Welcome Day for Newcomers to Mississauga!

T he city of Mississauga is encouraging newcomers to come out and attend the Mississauga Welcome Day on Saturday, October 15 from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM at the Civic Centre.   New residents will get to meet with the mayor and council, have lunch and learn about how our city works and why Mississauga is a great place for you and your family! 

For more information and to register visit  mississauga.ca/welcomeday .
Residents Can Prevent Fires

October 9th to 15th is National Fire Prevention Week and the  Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services (MFES) has asked residents to help prevent fires in Mississauga. MFES is partnering with The Mississauga Steelheads for their game against the Kitchener Rangers on October 23 to promote fire prevention. They will be having special guests and our Fire Chief Tim Beckett drop the puck at 2 PM. 

For more information of fire prevention activities in Mississauga click here.
The Magical Masquerade Ball
 
The Mississauga Arts Council presents The Magical Masquerade Ball at the Lakeshore Convention Centre on October 29, 2016. MAC's fundraising gala  will feature delicious world cuisines, extraordinary music as well as a theatrical performance involving Mayor/Detective Bonnie Crombie investigating a dramatic crime scene.

Mississauga Zombie Bike Ride
 
The Mississauga Cycling Committee has put together their 3rd Annual Zombie Bike Ride. Come out and join in on the 17 km ride on Saturday October 29 from 1:00 PM at the Streetsville Memorial Cemetery. There will be a 5 km route at the beginning (within the 17 km) for kids who wish to join in on the fun. There will be free ice-cream at the end for those that finished the full 17 km! 
15th Annual Haunted Mississauga
 
Dixie Union Cemetery 
Friday October 14th, 2016
Tour Times: 7:20pm, 7:40pm, 8pm, 8:20pm, 8:40pm, 9:00pm     

Presented by Heritage Mississauga in partnership with the Museums of Mississauga, guests will experience an interactive and entertaining tour of the historic Dixie Union Cemetery and "meet" people from our city's rich history as they relive a moment from our past. The event takes place on Friday, October 14th, 2016 at Dixie Union Cemetery (parking at the adjacent St. John's Anglican  Church (719 Dundas Street East). 

Book your tickets now! Space is limited at  info@heritagemississauga.org