Mississauga Celebrates International Women’s Day with a Call to #AccelerateAction

MISSISSAUGA – The City of Mississauga is marking International Women’s Day (IWD) with a strong commitment to gender equality and a celebration of women’s contributions across the city. This year’s theme, #AccelerateAction, highlights the urgency of advancing opportunities for women to thrive in all areas of society.

Women represent approximately 43 per cent of all positions at the City of Mississauga, with 47 per cent holding leadership roles. Many of these leaders work in traditionally male-dominated fields such as Fire Services, Engineering, Construction, Security, Parks, Forestry, and IT. The city has a long history of female leadership, with Hazel McCallion (1978–2014), Bonnie Crombie (2014–2024), and Carolyn Parrish (since 2024) serving as mayors, demonstrating a legacy of women guiding Mississauga’s growth and development.

This #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the women shaping Mississauga’s future! From leadership to community impact, we honor their contributions & pledge to #AccelerateAction for equality. Join us! 💜 https://t.co/OPvlupTuvM #IWD2025 pic.twitter.com/WA3wxfstTR

— City of Mississauga (@citymississauga) March 3, 2025

Mississauga remains dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment by supporting women’s initiatives and recognizing their contributions to the community. To celebrate International Women’s Day, the city has launched a dedicated webpage featuring special events, programs, and resources aimed at empowering and celebrating women.

Mayor Carolyn Parrish emphasized the importance of continuing to break down barriers and push for progress. “This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the extraordinary women who shape Mississauga—leaders, educators, business owners, frontline workers, and residents who drive change with courage, determination, and innovation. I’m proud that nearly half of our city’s leadership roles are held by women and that Mississauga continues to stand as a strong advocate for female empowerment, with three consecutive women serving as mayor. This progress is a testament to what’s possible, but it’s also a call to action – accelerating action being this year’s theme. We must continue breaking down barriers and building a future where every woman and girl can thrive without limits.”

Residents are encouraged to participate in the city’s International Women’s Day activities and support local initiatives dedicated to advancing gender equality.

For more information and ways to get involved, visit: mississauga.ca/IWD.