{"id":747835,"date":"2026-06-19T18:52:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T18:52:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/747835\/"},"modified":"2026-06-19T18:52:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T18:52:09","slug":"the-open-window-hub-bbq-brings-community-together-to-support-unhoused-individuals-city-of-mississauga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/747835\/","title":{"rendered":"The Open Window Hub BBQ brings community together to support unhoused individuals \u2013 City of Mississauga"},"content":{"rendered":"

Celebrate community with a free lunch and learn about services available for people who are unhoused and what you can do to help.<\/p>\n

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Kick off summer with food, fun and community at the sixth annual Open Window Hub BBQ! All are welcome to join us on June 24, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Mississauga Valley Community Centre Park<\/a> Pavilions. This event is part of the City\u2019s ongoing work to provide services and raise awareness of community support for those who are unhoused.<\/p>\n

The Open Window Hub<\/a> is hosted by Mississauga Library and supports the Future Directions: Library Plan<\/a>. It supports City initiatives to serve vulnerable residents in our community and to connect residents to vital supports. The hub provides access to technology and services to help foster inclusion, well-being and a sense of belonging.<\/p>\n

At the event, drop by to pick up a complimentary lunch and connect with neighbours as you learn more about people who are unhoused in our community. Take part in family-friendly activities, pick up essential resources and even get a free haircut.<\/p>\n

Meet the Open Window Hub team and 42 partner organizations to learn more about the services they provide for the community. This year\u2019s partners and sponsors include:<\/p>\n

Region of Peel Housing
\nCanadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Street Outreach
\nPeel Regional Police Divisional Mobilization Unit (DMU)
\nWellfort Community Health Services
\nThe Compass Food Bank
\nCoca-Cola
\nHanes
\nand more!<\/p>\n

If you know someone who is unhoused or struggling with mental health challenges, you can find resources and support at this event or by visiting the Open Window Hub at Hazel McCallion Central Library.<\/p>\n

Event Details
\nWhat<\/p>\n

Join us rain or shine for the Open Window Hub BBQ. Enjoy a free lunch and opportunity to connect with local community agencies offering support services in Mississauga.<\/p>\n

When<\/p>\n

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where<\/p>\n

Mississauga Valley Community Centre,<\/a> \u00a0Park Pavilions A & B
1275 Mississauga Valley Blvd, Mississauga<\/p>\n

Who<\/p>\n

This is an all-ages event open to residents, families and anyone who is interested in learning more about support services for unhoused people and mental health resources in Mississauga.<\/p>\n

Cost<\/p>\n

Free<\/p>\n

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About Open Window Hub<\/p>\n

The Open Window Hub<\/a> is a resource and information centre dedicated to empowering unhoused individuals and families, and those experiencing mental health challenges in Mississauga. It is hosted by Mississauga Library. In 2024, the Open Window Hub helped connect 1,952 people to housing support and 1,081 to health services.<\/p>\n

On-site services:<\/p>\n

Free light snacks.
\nLunch on Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 12 p.m.
\nConnection to housing, mental health, employment and other resources.
\nAccess to Wi-Fi and computers.<\/p>\n

Location and hours<\/p>\n

Hazel McCallion Central Library<\/a>, 2nd floor
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n

Contact information:<\/p>\n

For Open Window Hub call\u00a0905-615-3200 ext. 3541\u00a0(Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm).
\nFor 24\/7 Region of Peel Street Helpline call 1-877-848-8481.
\nFor immediate or emergency help, call 911.<\/p>\n


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Media contact<\/p>\n

City of Mississauga Media Relations
media@mississauga.ca<\/a>
905-615-3200, ext.\u00a05232
TTY:\u00a0905-896-5151
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