On December 12, the Government of Ontario announced that key regional services in Peel Region will be transferred to the City of Mississauga. As both your Mississauga and Peel Councillor, I am committed to ensuring that this transition of key regional services to the City of Mississauga will streamline operations, end duplication, and reduce costs for residents. By taking full control of these services, we can better align them with Mississauga’s local priorities and ensure residents experience improved service delivery.
Starting July 1, 2026, the City will assume responsibility for the following services within Mississauga:
- Solid waste collection, including responsibility for the two Community Recycling Centres located in Mississauga.
- Regional roads and associated stormwater infrastructure.
These changes are part of the Ontario government’s efforts to optimize municipal operations, improve service delivery, and support the development of more housing.
Solid Waste Collection
The City of Mississauga will now manage solid waste collection services, including operations at the two Community Recycling Centres:
- Battleford Community Recycling Centre: 2255 Battleford Rd., Mississauga
- Fewster Community Recycling Centre: 1126 Fewster Dr., Mississauga
Mayor Carolyn Parrish welcomes the changes, stating, “Mississauga is ready. The transfer of these essential services to the municipal level is a significant step forward for Mississauga, allowing us to oversee our own budgets and our own services.”
These facilities provide disposal options for recyclable and reusable items, household hazardous waste, and other waste products. By taking on this responsibility, the City will have the opportunity to integrate waste collection with its existing services, improving efficiency and coordination.
Road and Stormwater Management
The City of Mississauga currently maintains 5,700 kilometres of roads. With the transfer of regional roads, the City will now oversee the maintenance of all roads within its boundaries, including associated stormwater infrastructure.
“These changes are significant for Mississauga,” said Geoff Wright, City Manager. “They enable us to better serve our growing population through increased control over essential services.” The Mayor added, that integrating these responsibilities into the City’s existing operations will benefit residents by “streamlining operations”.
The transition is expected to provide greater clarity for residents regarding road management responsibilities, eliminating duplication, and saving taxpayers money. “Our commitment is to maintain high-quality services for both residents and businesses,” Wright added.
Land-Use Planning
The City of Mississauga has already assumed responsibility for land-use planning as of July 1, 2024. With this oversight, Mississauga can make decisions that best fit local needs, ensuring responsible growth and development as Ontario’s third-largest municipality.
“As a City, we can now manage these services alongside other areas of our business,” Parrish noted, emphasizing that effective planning will support housing, transportation, and infrastructure that meet the needs of residents.
This enhanced control allows Mississauga to plan more effectively for housing, transportation, and other infrastructure to support its growing population.
Seamless Transition for Residents
The City is committed to ensuring a seamless transfer of these critical services from Peel Region. Residents and businesses will receive detailed information in the coming months about how these changes will affect their daily lives. Regular updates will be provided throughout the transition period to ensure transparency and clear communication.
While acknowledging the benefits of these changes, the Mayor has noted that “there is still a lot of discussion to take place, working through the operational and budgetary aspects that come with adding these new services.”
Our City Manager and leadership team are committed to minimizing operational issues during the transition. “Our objective is to limit any disruptions in these services as we transition responsibilities from the Region to the City,” he said.
In summary, this transition marks a significant step forward for Mississauga as we take greater control over essential services. By reducing duplication and improving efficiency, we can provide better value to taxpayers while ensuring high-quality services for our residents.
