Council

Meeting #:

Date:

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Time:

9:30 A.m. - 11:30 A.m.

Location:

Council Chambers, Civic Centre, 2nd Floor

300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 3C1

and Online Video Conference

Members

• Mayor Carolyn Parrish
• Deputy Mayor and Councillor Matt Mahoney, Ward 8
• Deputy Mayor and Councillor John Kovac, Ward 4
• Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1
• Councillor Alvin Tedjo, Ward 2
• Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3
• Councillor Natalie Hart, Ward 5
• Councillor Joe Horneck, Ward 6
• Councillor Dipika Damerla, Ward 7
• Councillor Martin Reid, Ward 9
• Councillor Sue McFadden, Ward 10
• Councillor Brad Butt, Ward 11

Geoff Wright, City Manager and CAO
Raj Sheth, Commissioner of Community Services
Samuel Rogers, Commissioner of Transportation and Works
Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building
Graham Walsh, Commissioner of Legislative Services and City Solicitor
Marisa Chiu, Commissioner Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer
Diana Rusnov, City Clerk
Sacha Smith, Manager/Deputy Clerk, Secretariat and Access & Privacy
Stephanie Smith, Supervisor, Secretariat 

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1.

CALL TO ORDER - 9:32 AM

2.

INDIGENOUS LAND STATEMENT

Mayor Parrish recited the Indigenous Land Statement.

3.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Mayor Parrish added the following item:

- 14.1.4    Item 10.2 A letter dated March 5, 2026 from MIRANET

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Tedjo

That the agenda of the March 11, 2026 Council meeting be approved.

4.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Nil

5.

MINUTES OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETING

5.1

Draft Council Minutes - February 25, 2026

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Mahoney

That the minutes of the February 25, 2026 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

6.

PRESENTATIONS - Nil

7.

DEPUTATIONS

7.1

Athena Savoji, Executive, Persian Student Association, University of Toronto Mississauga regarding Council expressing solidarity with the Iranian community in Mississauga through action as human rights violations in Iran continue

A. Savoji spoke regarding the Iranian community in the City of Mississauga and raised concerns about human rights violations occurring in Iran. A. Savoji requested that the City of Mississauga recognize these concerns through a formal statement, a proclamation, or a flag-raising ceremony. Mayor Parrish responded to A. Savoji. 

7.2

Item 10.1 Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning & Building and Chris Valeri, Project Director, City Building Initiatives

A. Whittemore and C. Valeri presented the proposed vision for the Living Arts Centre (LAC) property and the surrounding City-owned lands in the downtown area.

Members of Council discussed the proposal and raised several questions and comments related to the investment required for the Living Arts Centre, the number of acres of land owned by the City in the area, potential funding sources, the timing of future development, and the operations and programming of the facility.

A. Whittemore responded by outlining the state of good repair requirements for the LAC and the broader vision for the downtown area.

Councillor Damerla asked about the funding used for the renovation of Massey Hall and whether there is a need for a convention centre. A. Whittemore noted that additional details regarding the funding would be provided. Victoria Clarke, Director, Tourism, spoke to the potential benefits of a convention centre and how it could provide value for residents.

Councillor Reid enquired about the timeline for initiating the vision. Raj Sheth, Commissioner, Community Services, spoke about the age of the Living Arts Centre and the need for renovations.

Councillor Tedjo commented on fiscal responsibility and the potential for funding partnerships. Mayor Parrish also noted the possibility of securing funding from other levels of government as well as private sector contributions.

7.3

Item 10.1 Sara Anghel, President & CEO Greater Toronto Hotel Association

S. Anghel spoke in support of the proposed vision for the Living Arts Centre Property and Downtown City-Owned Lands. S. Anghel highlighted the potential economic benefits of the proposal and spoke to the role of Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) revenues.

Councillor Horneck enquired about the number of hotel rooms that would be required to support a convention centre. Councillor Kovac asked about the value of having a hotel located in the downtown core. A. Anghel responded to questions.  

7.4

Item 10.1 Gil Moore, Founder & CEO of Metalworks Studios, Metalworks Production Group and Metalworks Institute and Founder of Triumph and Sounds Unite Canada and Craig McDonald, President of Metalworks Institute

G. Moore and C. McDonald spoke in support of the proposed vision for the Living Arts Centre (LAC) Property and Downtown City-Owned Lands. They highlighted the potential benefits of positioning the city as a “Music City” and spoke to opportunities for growth within the music and entertainment sector.

Councillors Dasko, Horneck and Kovac enquired about the movement to position the City of Mississauga as a Music City, the importance of consulting with experts in the music industry regarding the logistics of the Living Arts Centre, and the potential need for an agreement with Live Nation.

G. Moore and C. McDonald responded to questions from Members of Council.

7.5

Item 10.1 George Tavares, Resident

G. Tavares spoke regarding the proposed vision for the Living Arts Centre Property and Downtown City-Owned Lands and expressed concerns about proceeding with the project within the next four years, noting that residents are currently facing higher costs of living and increased property taxes.

Councillor Kovac enquired about the potential tax impact on residents of the City of Mississauga. Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning & Building, responded and spoke to the City’s tax base, including the contribution of businesses within the City of Mississauga.

Item 10.1 was brought up and voted on.

Members of Council spoke to the report and provided comments on several aspects of the proposed vision. Comments included the importance of developing a downtown core in the City of Mississauga, the potential benefits to the performing arts and cultural community, and the significant staff effort that has been dedicated to the project to date.

Members also noted the need for staff to report back by June 2026 with a plan outlining the approach to public consultation. Discussion included questions regarding the limits of public funding for the project and Council’s endorsement of the proposed vision and strategic framework.

Additional comments were made regarding the need for more open or park space and concerns related to the proposed conference centre, including how it would be funded. Members emphasized that any funding plan for the conference centre should not negatively impact property taxes.

Council also discussed the timeline for bringing forward a future report that would include a financial statement and highlighted the importance of maintaining transparency throughout the public engagement process.

A. Whittemore, Mayor Parrish and Geoff Wright, City Manager responded to questions and spoke to the next steps and bringing back a report by June 2026.  

Council voted on an amendment to the recommendation that any convention centre developed as part of the proposed vision would not have a negative impact on the municipal tax bill and the vote failed. 

7.6

Item 11.2 Dan Anderson, Resident

D. Anderson spoke to General Committee Recommendation GC-0122-2026 and that Mississauga Council opposed to independent financial oversight and to the role of an Auditor General. 

Councillor Tedjo spoke to the decision made at General Committee that allows for transparency and enquired what type of change should occur at the Audit Committee. D. Anderson responded. 

8.

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - 15 Minute Limit

Athina Tagidou, Resident, spoke to Item 11.2 and enquired why $371,000 was proposed for the hiring of two new Audit staff while the General Committee report referenced $120,000. She also asked whether the two Audit positions would be permanent or temporary and noted that there was no reference to a one-year review of the Auditor General.

Geoff Wright, City Manager, responded and advised that it would be a hire later in the year which resulted in a reduction from the $371,000 amount. He confirmed that the two Audit positions would be permanent full-time roles and noted that Council could request a report back in one year.

A. Tagidou further spoke to Item 10.1, noting that no public consultation had taken place and requested that staff clearly identify the annual property tax implications for the project. Mayor Parrish responded and clarified that only a visionary statement had been approved at this time.

Christine Koczmara, Resident submitted that following questions:

1). The General Committee Meeting passed a motion to hire two additional staff for Internal Audit. For the four Councillors who were not in attendance at that meeting, could you please speak to what you have heard directly from your constituents regarding the information presented in the “Value for Money” Report, and compare this to the deputations, public questions, and letters submitted for the March 4, 2026 meeting? (I am assuming you have had an opportunity to review all materials, including the meeting video from that day but if not, indicate so.)

Mayor Parrish noted it would be up to the 4 Councillors to responded if they want to. 

2). Given the City of Mississauga’s Management Report on “Value for Money,” presented at the General Committee Meeting on March 4, 2026, and understanding that Internal Audit independently prioritizes what to review and comment on in the areas of risk management and long term financial planning that affect the City’s sustainability, financial health, and ability to manage future uncertainties—similar to the role of an Independent Auditor General—could you please share what consultations, advice, or information Internal Audit provided regarding the proposed cuts to levies, deferrals of capital projects, and the use of reserves to reduce 2026 costs and, ultimately, 2026 property taxes.

Amy Truong, Director, Internal Audit responded that Internal Audit and the Auditor General, does not directly advise Council on, nor approve, proposed policy decisions. 

9.

CONSENT AGENDA

Councillor Butt enquired why the March 9, 2026 Planning and Development Committee (PDC) report is not included on the Council agenda. Graham Walsh, City Solicitor spoke to his authority and that staff can take direction on the decisions made at PDC.  

• RESOLUTION 0048-2026
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  Seconded By Councillor S. McFadden

  The following items were approved on the consent agenda:

  - 11.1 Planning and Development Committee Report 3 - 2026 dated February 23, 2026

  - 11.2 Revised General Committee Report 6 - 2026 dated March 4, 2026

  -14.1.1, 14.1.3 - 14.1.4 Information Items

  - 17.1 By-law

  YES (11)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

  Carried (11 to 0)

10.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF CORPORATE REPORTS

10.1

Proposed Vision for the Living Arts Centre Property and Downtown City-Owned Lands

• RESOLUTION 0047-2026
  Moved By Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That Council receive the report titled “Proposed New Vision for CityOwned Downtown Lands, including the Living Arts Centre Property” for information.
  2. That Council endorse the proposed vision and strategic framework outlined in this report to guide future analysis, stakeholder engagement, and reporting related to the redevelopment of Cityowned lands in Mississauga’s downtown, including the Living Arts Centre (LAC) property.
  3. That the plans outlined in the report “Proposed New Vision for City-Owned Downtown Lands, including the Living Arts Centre Property” are not undertaken at the expense of our current arts groups and organizations support and that the plans align with the objectives set out in the Mayor’s Arts and Museums Committee as part of a fulsome plan.

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Mayor C. Parrish, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSTAIN (1)	Councillor D. Damerla

  Carried (11 to 0)

11.

PRESENTATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS

11.1

Planning and Development Committee Report 3 - 2026 dated February 23, 2026

• RESOLUTION 0049-2026
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  Seconded By Councillor S. McFadden

  That Recommendations PDC-0008-2026 – PDC-0012-2026 as contained in the Planning and Development Committee Report 3 - 2026 dated February 23, 2026 be approved.

  PDC-0008-2026

  1. That application under File T-OZ 26-1 W11, City of Mississauga, 46 William Street, to extend a temporary use by-law to permit the outdoor storage of refrigeration trailers for a period of 6 months, be approved, as outlined in the report dated February 4, 2026, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building.

  PDC-0009-2026

  1. That the applications under file OZ/OPA 25-18 W7, 4 CD’s Inc., 51-55 Dundas Street West

  and 60, 66, 70 & 78 Agnes Street, to amend the land use designation in Mississauga Official

  Plan to Residential High Density; and to change the zoning to RA5-Exception (Apartments – Exception) to permit a 34 storey apartment building containing 559 dwelling units with ground floor commercial uses and office uses on the second floor, be referred back to staff to continue working with the applicant.

  2. That the report dated January 7, 2026 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building

  pertaining to applications under file OZ/OPA 25-18 W7, 4 CD’s Inc., 51-55 Dundas Street

  West and 60, 66, 70 & 78 Agnes Street, is received for information and that Planning and

  Development Committee deem the statutory public meeting requirements of the Planning

  Act to have been satisfied.

  3. That 3 (three) oral submissions be received.

  PDC-0010-2026

  1. That the report dated February 4, 2026, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building pertaining to the Cooksville Transit Oriented Community (TOC), Metrolinx, 3210 Hurontario Street, be received for information.

  2. That the minutes of the February 23, 2026, Public Meeting pertaining to the Cooksville Transit Oriented Community (TOC), be forwarded to Infrastructure Ontario and to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for their information and consideration.

  3. That City staff report back to Planning and Development Committee upon receiving new information from Infrastructure Ontario.

  4. That 4 (four) oral submissions be received.

  PDC-0011-2026

  That the proposed amendments to Zoning By-law 0225-2007, as detailed in Appendix 2 of the report dated February 4, 2026 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building, be approved in accordance with the following:

  1. That an implementing zoning by-law amendment be enacted at a future City Council meeting.

  2. That notwithstanding planning protocol, that this report regarding the proposed amendments to Zoning By-law 0225-2007, be considered both the public meeting and a combined information and recommendation report.

  PDC-0012-2026

  1. That the report dated February 4, 2026 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building regarding the Urban Design Program Review Status be received.

  2. That staff report back to Planning and Development Committee with respect to the comprehensive review to the City’s Urban Design Program.

  YES (11)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

  Carried (11 to 0)

11.2

Revised General Committee Report 6 - 2026 dated March 4, 2026

• RESOLUTION 0050-2026
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  Seconded By Councillor S. McFadden

  That Recommendations GC-0107-2026 – GC-0137-2026 as contained in the General Committee Report 6 - 2026 dated March 4, 2026 be approved.

  GC-0107-2026

  That the presentation and associated video presented by Sandy Duggan, Lead Program Delivery with respect to Growing Healthy Places: Mississauga be received.

  GC-0108-2026

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Amy Truong, Director, Internal Audit with respect to the Role of Audit Committee and Internal Audit be received.

  GC-0109-2026

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Karen Westcott, Manager, Event Development with respect to FIFA World Cup 2026 at Mississauga Celebration Square be received.

  GC-0110-2026

  That the deputation by Glenn Voakes, Lisgar Residents’ Association with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0111-2026

  That the deputation by Chris Mackie, Resident with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0112-2026

  That the deputation by George Tavares, Resident with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0113-2026

  That the deputation by Ramkumar Srivatsa, Resident with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.
  
  

  GC-0114-2026

  That the deputation by Christine Koczmara, Resident with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0115-2026

  That the deputation by Mike Harris, Applewood Hills & Heights Residents' Association (AHHRA) with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0116-2026

  That the deputation by Trevor Isaac, Director, Park Royal Community Association with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0117-2026

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Nalini Chariandy, Resident with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0118-2026

  That the deputation by Sue Shanly, MIRANET with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0119-2026

  That the deputation by Sanjay Bhagat with respect to the Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0120-2026

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Brandon Williams, Planner, City Planning Strategies and Sarah Elliott, Planner, Planning Innovations, Rental Housing Protection By-law Review - Status Update, be received.

  GC-0121-2026

  That the following items were approved on the consent agenda:

  •Stormwater Advisory Committee Report 1 - 2026 - dated February 17, 2026

  •Letter dated February 27, 2026 from Lisgar Residents Association

  •Letter dated March 2, 2026 from MIRANET

  •Letter dated March 2, 2026 from Patrick Castelino, Resident

  •Letter dated March 2026 from George Tavares, Resident

  •Letter dated March 2, 2026 from Applewood Hills & Heights Residents' Association (AHHRA)

  •Letter dated March 3, 2026 from Rockwood Residents Association

  GC-0122-2026

  1. That Option 2: Increasing Internal Audit complement by 2 FTE's, be approved to conduct value for money audits at the City, with an anticipated start date of no later than September 1, 2026.

      

  2. That the 2026 operating budget for the Internal Audit division be increased by $120,000, through a transfer from the Fiscal Stability Reserve (#30125), to facilitate the delivery of value for money audits and management of the public-facing Whistleblower program.

      

  3. That a by-law be enacted to amend the Audit Committee terms of reference to include two volunteer citizen members and that the citizen appointment process proceed immediately to appoint the two volunteer members within this term of Council.

      

  4. That the City's Whistleblower Program policy be revised to allow members of the public to submit reports and communicate with investigative staff through the existing whistleblower portal.

      

  5. That Internal Audit take on the primary leadership role in coordinating the Whistleblower Program, and that the Director of Internal Audit coordinate and report on all Whistleblower Program activity with the City's Audit Committee, including metrics and cost savings realized as a result of investigations.

      

  6. That staff report back on the implementation plan relating to the expansion of the public-facing Whistleblower program by September 2026.

      

  GC-0123-2026

  That the Corporate Report entitled “FIFA World Cup 2026 at Mississauga Celebration Square” dated February 10, 2026, from the Commissioner of Community Services be received for information.

  GC-0124-2026

  1.That the Corporate report entitled “Rental Housing Protection By-law Review – Status Update” be received for Information.

  2.That staff be directed to continue to engage with industry and the public to update the Rental Housing Protection By-law and report back with a Recommendation Report in Q2, 2026.

  GC-0125-2026

  That the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated February 20, 2026, entitled, “Road Safety Initiatives Fund”, be received.

  GC-0126-2026

  That the following items were approved under the Consent Agenda;

  •10.1 2026 Stormwater Advisory Committee Work Plan

  (SWAC-0001-2026)

  GC-0127-2026

  That the 2026 Stormwater Advisory Committee Work Plan, be approved.

  (SWAC-0002-2026)

  GC-0128-2026

  That the Chair of the Stormwater Advisory Committee send a letter to the Dufferin-Peel Catholic

  District School Board with respect to the St. Edmund School evacuation process and that the

  City's Emergency Management Group and the School Board Trustee be copied on this letter.

  (SWAC-0003-2026)

  GC-0129-2026

  That the memorandum from Anthony Di Giandomenico, Storm Drainage Engineer,

  Infrastructure Planning and Engineering Services, dated February 4, 2026 and entitled “Update

  for the Dixie-Dundas Flood Mitigation Project”, be received.

  (SWAC-0004-2026)

  GC-0130-2026

  That the memorandum from Scott Perry, Manager, Stormwater Assets & Programming, dated

  February 6, 2026 and entitled “Stormwater management required for development and ditch

  management in the City”, be received.

  (SWAC-0005-2026)

  GC-0131-2026

  That a Subcommittee of the Stormwater Advisory Committee to undertake site visits to Citywide stormwater infrastructure and discuss technical matters related to flood control, be

  established.

  (SWAC-0006-2026)

  GC-0132-2026

  That the Letter dated February 27, 2026 from Lisgar Residents Association with respect to Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0133-2026

  That the Letter dated March 2, 2026 from MIRANET with respect to Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0134-2026

  That the letter dated March 2, 2026 from Patrick Castelino, Resident with respect to Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0135-2026

  That the letter dated March 2026 from George Tavares, Resident with respect to Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0136-2026

  That the letter dated March 2, 2026 from Applewood Hills & Heights Residents' Association (AHHRA) with respect to Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  GC-0137-2026

  That the letter dated March 3, 2026 from Rockwood Residents Association with respect to Options for Value-for-Money Audits, be received.

  YES (11)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

  Carried (11 to 0)

12.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS - Nil

13.

PETITIONS - Nil

14.

CORRESPONDENCE

14.1

Information Items

14.1.1

A letter dated March 3, 2026 from the Hon. Robert J. Flack Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing entitled Amendment to Ontario Regulation 91/23 (Lakeview Village, City of Mississauga) (CONSENT)

This item was received for information.

14.1.2

A letter dated March 6, 2026 from Dr. Sarah McClennan, MHSc, MD, FRCPC Chief and Medical Director, Emergency & Urgent Care Trillium Health Partners regarding E-Scooter Safety

Members of Council spoke to the letter submitted and Councillor Mahoney noted that a Notice of Motion would be brought forward to a future Council meeting once consultation with the Peel Regional Police is completed. Councillor Fonecsa requested that any information regarding E-Scooters be shared with Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee and the Mississauga School Traffic Safety Action Committee. 

14.1.3

Item 10.1 A letter from David Wojcik, President & CEO (Interim) Mississauga Board of Trade (CONSENT)

This item was received for information.

14.1.4

Item 10.2 A letter dated March 5, 2026 from MIRANET (CONSENT)

This item was received for information.

14.2

Direction Items

14.2.1

A Request for Municipal Significance Designation for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit - A & S Mixed Martial Arts is hosting an amateur Mixed Martial Arts event on Saturday April 4, 2026 at Don Kolov Arena (Ward 3) (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0051-2026
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  Seconded By Councillor S. McFadden

  WHEREAS A & S Mixed Martial Arts is hosting an amateur Mixed Martial Arts event on Saturday April 4, 2026 from 5:00PM– 12:00AM at Don Kolov Arena located 4880 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 1J8;

  AND WHEREAS the organizers will be selling alcoholic beverages;

  AND WHEREAS the organizers expect an attendance of up to 500 people;

  NOW THEREFORE BE RESOLVED that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that the City of Mississauga deems the; Mixed Martial Arts amateur event being held on Saturday April 4, 2026 as one of municipal significance for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit (SOP); subject to all necessary permits and approvals being obtained and compliance with all City of Mississauga by-laws.

  YES (11)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

  Carried (11 to 0)

15.

NOTICE OF MOTION (Councillor Initiated Motions)

15.1

A Notice of Motion regarding Supporting Tourism for the 2026 FIFA World Cup (Councillor Kovac)

Councillors Kovac and Dasko spoke in support of permitting licensed local bars and restaurants in Mississauga to extend the hours of alcohol service to 3 a.m. for the duration of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

• RESOLUTION 0053-2026
  Moved By Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko

  WHEREAS we congratulate and support all teams participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and recognize the global excitement, unity, and celebration that this tournament brings to communities around the world;

  AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga recognizes the enthusiasm of our residents and the many local fans who gather to cheer on their favourite teams; an opportunity for everyone to come together and celebrate this international event;

  
  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

  1.    That Council for the City of Mississauga request the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to designate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, taking place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, as an event of national significance.

  2.    That Council for the City of Mississauga request the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to permit licensed local bars and restaurants in Mississauga to extend the hours of alcohol service to 3 a.m. for the duration of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to coincide with late-night match broadcasts and to support local businesses while allowing fans to watch matches together.

  3. That the City Clerk be directed to forward this request to the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.

  YES (11)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

  Carried (11 to 0)

15.2

A Notice of Motion regarding Development Charges Incentives Extension (Mayor Parrish)

Members of Council spoke in support of the Notice of Motion regarding Development Charges Incentives Extension. 

• RESOLUTION 0054-2026
  Moved By Councillor B. Butt
  Seconded By Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney

  WHEREAS on January 29, 2025 Council passed Resolution 0015-2025 to provide certain development charges incentives for residential developments with building permits issued prior to November 13, 2026;

  AND WHEREAS on February 11, 2026, Council passed Resolution 0031-2026 to provide certain additional development charges incentives for residential units in purpose-built rental housing developments with building permits issued prior to November 13, 2026;

  AND WHEREAS Council recognizes that development charges incentives continue to play a role in supporting the increase of housing supply and the advancement of housing affordability;

  AND WHEREAS Council desires to extend the deadline contained in Resolutions 0015- 2025 and 0031-2026 so as to allow the development industry to continue planning for and delivering increased housing supply beyond 2026.

  Therefore be it resolved that:

   

  1. Resolution 0015-2025 is amended to extend the Development Charges Incentives described therein to include eligible developments with building permits allowing footings and foundations issued pursuant to the Building Code Act, 1992 prior to December 31, 2027.

   

  2. Resolution 0031-2026 is amended to extend the development charges reduction applicable to residential units within purpose-built rental residential apartment developments described therein to eligible developments where building permits for footings and foundations are issued pursuant to the Building Code Act, 1992 prior to December 31, 2027.

   

  3. All other terms of Resolutions 0015-2025 and 0031-2026 continue to apply, without amendment.

  YES (11)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

  Carried (11 to 0)

15.3

A Notice of Motion regarding Housing Accelerator Fund Grant for Indwell Land Acquisition (Mayor Parrish)

Mayor Parrish and Councillors Hart and Reid spoke in support of the Notice of Motion regarding Housing Accelerator Fund Grant for Indwell Land Acquisition.

• RESOLUTION 0055-2026
  Moved By Councillor N. Hart
  Seconded By Councillor M. Reid

  WHEREAS land for affordable housing is an eligible expenditure under the Housing Accelerator Fund.

  AND WHEREAS Indwell is a legal non-profit and charitable institution with a track record of successfully building affordable housing in Mississauga;

  AND WHEREAS Indwell has a time sensitive opportunity to purchase a new property with zoning in place in Mississauga to develop affordable housing;

  AND WHEREAS Indwell has requested $1M to offset the fundraising shortfall for the land acquisition.

  Therefore be it resolved that:

  1.    Council authorize staff to provide a grant from the City’s Housing Accelerator Fund in the amount of $1M to Indwell to facilitate the land acquisition;
  2.    The Commissioner of Planning and Building and City Clerk be authorized to execute a contribution agreement with Indwell; and
  3.    All necessary by-laws be enacted.

  YES (11)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

  Carried (11 to 0)

16.

MOTIONS (Administrative Motions)

16.1

To express sincere condolences to the family of Orysia (Noreen) Stesky, retired Administrative Assistant who passed away on February 15, 2026

Mayor Parrish and Councillor Fonseca expressed condolences to the family of Orysia (Noreen) Stesky.

• RESOLUTION 0052-2026
  Moved By Councillor C. Fonseca
  Seconded By Councillor A. Tedjo

  WHEREAS the Mayor, Members of Council and staff at the City of Mississauga are saddened to learn of the passing of the Orysia (Noreen) Stesky, retired Administrative Assistant in the Ward Councillors office who passed away on February 15, 2026;

  AND WHEREAS Orysia was a dedicated employee of the City of Mississauga for over 26 years, serving the residents of Ward 2 for many years with dedication, professionalism and kindness;

  AND WHEREAS Orysia was deeply involved with Barvinok Ukrainian Dance School serving on the executive committee, including organizing events and supporting the dance community.

  AND WHEREAS Orysia will be deeply missed by her children: Steven (Jennifer), Andrea (Taras), and Patricia (Jamie); her adored grandchildren: Lillian, Isabelle, Maya, Tessa, and Jack; her brother Jerry (Lucy); and her many extended family members and dear friends. 

  NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that sincere condolences be extended on behalf of the Mayor, Members of Council and staff of the City of Mississauga to the Stesky family.

  Carried (11 to 0)

16.2

To close to the public a portion of the Council meeting to be held on March 11, 2026 to deal with various matters. (See Item 21 Closed Session)

• RESOLUTION 0056-2026
  Moved By Councillor M. Reid
  Seconded By Councillor S. McFadden

  WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended (the "Act"), requires Council to pass a resolution prior to closing part of a meeting to the public;

  AND WHEREAS the Act requires that the resolution states the act of the holding of the closed meeting and the general nature of the matter to be considered at the closed meeting;

  NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that a portion of the Council meeting held on March 11, 2026 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters:

  (Pursuant to Section 239(3.1) of the Municipal Act, 2001)

  21.1 Education Session: Update on waste collection services contract

  YES (11)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

  Carried (11 to 0)

17.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF BY-LAWS

17.1

A by-law to amend By-law Number 0225-2007, as amended Temporary Use By-law Extension (Ward 11) (CONSENT)

PDC-0008-2026/February 23, 2026

0032-2026

18.

MATTERS PERTAINING TO REGION OF PEEL COUNCIL

Councillor Tedjo provided an update on the Credit Valley Conservation Areas consolidation. 

Councillor Horneck spoke to a meeting with the new Auditor General at the Region of Peel. 

19.

COUNCILLORS' ENQUIRIES

Councillor Horneck enquired about water-related challenges due to drainage, the timing for the start of street sweeping and boulevard cleaning, and when street bollards would be reinstalled. Sam Rogers, Commissioner, Transportation and Works and Helen Noehammer, Director, Works Operations & Maintenance, responded and advised that spring cleaning activities, including street sweeping and boulevard maintenance, are expected to begin in April, weather permitting.

Councillor Tedjo enquired about the expanded snow removal program, including whether there are opportunities to add additional trails to the program, and raised concerns regarding sod and driveway damage resulting from snow removal operations. H.  Noehammer, responded and noted that additional trails could potentially be added to the program. She also advised that some sod damage is expected during snow removal operations and encouraged residents experiencing damage to contact 311 so that staff can investigate.

Councillor Fonseca enquired about recent flooding experienced in the community, the best way for residents to report flooding, and what proactive steps are being taken regarding flooding along Little Etobicoke Creek and Etobicoke Creek. H. Noehammer, responded and advised that residents should contact 311 to report flooding so that staff can respond and investigate.

Councillor Hart enquired about traffic calming measure requests and the need for a more robust communication tool to provide information to residents. H. Noehammer, responded and noted that the matter would be brought back to staff for review.

Councillor Damerla enquired whether staff could prepare a report outlining the implications of a potential future motion regarding e-scooters that may be brought forward by Councillor Mahoney.

20.

OTHER BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

Members of Council spoke to various events and celebrations taking place in Mississauga.

Councillor Tedjo provided an overview of the Great Lakes Day Conference that took place from March 3 – 5, 2026 in Washington, D.C.  

21.

CLOSED SESSION

Council went into Closed Session at 1:09 PM and returned at 2:06 PM. (See Item 16.1 Motions - to close to the public a portion of the Council meeting to be held on
March 11, 2026 to deal with various matters). 

21.1

Education Session: Update on waste collection services contract

Helen Noehammer, Director, Works Operations & Maintenance spoke to the subject matter and Sam Rogers, Commissioner, Transportation and Works, Marisa Chiu, Commissioner, Corporate Services CFO Treasurer and Graham Walsh, City Solicitor answered questions from Members of Council.

• RESOLUTION 0057-2026
  Moved By Councillor B. Butt
  Seconded By Councillor M. Reid

  That the closed session education session regarding waste management be received. 

  YES (7)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (4)	Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Mayor C. Parrish, and Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (7 to 0)

22.

CONFIRMATORY BILL

A by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga at its meeting held on March 11, 2026 which includes: recommendations, any reports of committees and of local boards, each motion and resolution passed and other actions taken by the Council. 

0033-2026

23.

ADJOURNMENT