Highlights from the October 22 Mississauga City Council meeting.<\/p>\n
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Mississauga City Council approved the following motions at its meeting<\/a>. Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program update<\/p>\n At the October 22 meeting, Council received a staff report confirming the City will continue operating existing ASE cameras but will refrain from new investments or expansion until further direction from Council or the Ontario Government. Since 2021, the ASE program has operated at 195 school zone community safety locations across Mississauga, leading to an average speed reduction of 9 km\/h and a 178 per cent increase in compliance with speed limits. Approximately 169,109 speeding charges have been issued. All camera locations and enforcement signage are publicly available to ensure transparency. Ontario Premier Doug Ford has called for a ban on automated speed enforcement cameras across the province, describing them as a \u201ccash grab\u201d and questioning their effectiveness in reducing speeding.\u00a0<\/p>\n Key points of the report:<\/p>\n The City will continue current ASE operations while pausing expansion pending provincial legislative decisions. Read the report<\/a>. Support for Elect Respect campaign<\/p>\n Council endorsed the Elect Respect pledge, affirming its commitment to civility, inclusion, and safety in political and public spaces. The motion calls for respect in public discourse and protection for elected officials facing threats or harassment.<\/p>\n Key points of the motion:<\/p>\n Support the Elect Respect pledge promoting respectful dialogue and inclusive participation in democracy. Read<\/a> the motion. Amendments to fireworks by-law (from the October 15, 2025, General Committee meeting)<\/p>\n On October 15, 2025, Mississauga Council voted to amend the City\u2019s Fireworks By-law to impose additional restrictions aimed at improving safety and minimizing disruptions. Key changes include limiting fireworks usage hours on specific holidays, banning Roman Candle fireworks, restricting sales timing, and requiring vendors to report inventories and sales. Only permits for professional fireworks displays will be issued. These amendments take effect January 2, 2026.<\/p>\n Key points of the motion:<\/p>\n Fireworks use limited to 6 to 10 p.m. on Lunar New Year, Victoria Day, Canada Day, and\u00a0Diwali; 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. on New Year\u2019s Eve. Read<\/a> the report. Growing Healthy Places partnership (from the October 15, 2025, General Committee meeting)<\/p>\n Council authorized the Commissioner of Community Services to enter into a services agreement with the Ontario Physical and Health Education Association to support the development and implementation of the\u00a0Growing Healthy Places initiative. The partnership will advance efforts to improve access to physical activity, nutritious food, and overall well-being for children and youth in Mississauga, particularly in underserved neighbourhoods.<\/p>\n Key points of the motion:<\/p>\n Approve authority for the Commissioner of Community Services, or designate, to execute a services agreement and related documentation with the Ontario Physical and Health Education Association. Read<\/a> the report. For a complete record of all meeting resolutions, review the\u00a0Council meeting minutes<\/a>\u00a0available after approval at the next scheduled Council meeting. Watch live streaming video of\u00a0Council<\/a>,\u00a0General Committee (GC)<\/a>,\u00a0Budget Committee<\/a>,\u00a0Planning & Development Committee (PDC)<\/a>,\u00a0Audit Committee,<\/a>\u00a0Governance Committee<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Committee of Adjustment<\/a> meetings, when in session.<\/p>\n Keep up to date with the\u00a0Council and Committees calendar<\/a>\u00a0where you can find when upcoming meetings are happening, and agendas about items being discussed.<\/p>\n
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\nASE is only deployed in high-risk school zones confirmed by studies, with public advisories before enforcement begins.
\nEffectiveness demonstrated by lasting reductions in speeding and improved road safety outcomes.
\nAbout 60 per cent of school zones have transitioned to time-of-day 30 km\/h speed limits.<\/p>\n
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\nCommit to treat others respectfully in all spaces (public, private, and online) and to reject harassment or personal attacks.
\nEncourage a supportive culture where people of all backgrounds feel safe to run for office and participate in civic life.
\nCall on authorities to ensure the protection of elected officials facing threats or abuse.
\nEncourage elected officials, organizations, and community members to sign the pledge at electrespect.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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\nSale of Roman Candle fireworks prohibited.
\nFireworks will be sold within 10 days before a holiday, not on the day itself.
\nFireworks vendors must provide a registry of inventory and sales to the City.
\nPermits restricted to display or professional fireworks only. No personal fireworks permits will be issued.
\nIncreased fines and safety-focused housekeeping amendments included.
\nThe City will engage manufacturers on banning exceptionally loud fireworks as suggested by the Canadian National Council of Hindus.
\nA city-wide public education campaign on the safe use of fireworks and environmental impacts will launch in 2026, supported by communication blitzes around designated holidays.<\/p>\n
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\nAdvance the\u00a0Growing Healthy Places\u00a0initiative aimed at building healthier schools and communities through improved access to recreation and nutrition opportunities for children and youth.
\nEnsure all necessary by-laws are enacted to support the agreement\u2019s implementation.
\nAlign this initiative with the City\u2019s broader Healthy City Strategy and international\u00a0Cities for Better Health partnership.<\/p>\n
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