Mississauga to Assume Key Regional Services Starting July 2026
MISSISSAUGA — The Ontario government has announced that the City of Mississauga will take over responsibility for several key regional services, effective July 1, 2026. The changes, part of the province’s effort to streamline municipal operations and accelerate housing development, will see Mississauga assume control of solid waste collection, two Community Recycling Centres, and regional roads within its boundaries.
The move is expected to provide greater autonomy to Ontario’s third-largest municipality, allowing it to tailor services to meet local needs.
The @ONgov has announced that starting July 1, 2026, Mississauga will take over key regional services from@regionofpeel.
Stay tuned for more updates on how these changes will benefit our community. For more information, visit: https://t.co/srS0JqKIMt pic.twitter.com/G90Oh8di6i
— City of Mississauga (@citymississauga) December 13, 2024
Solid Waste Collection
Mississauga will manage solid waste collection, including the Battleford Community Recycling Centre at 2255 Battleford Rd. and the Fewster Community Recycling Centre at 1126 Fewster Dr. These facilities accept recyclable and reusable items, household hazardous waste, and other materials. Transitioning the service locally is expected to enhance operational efficiency and provide residents with more direct oversight of waste management.
Roads and Infrastructure
Mississauga currently maintains 5,700 kilometres of roads. With the transfer of regional roads, the city will now oversee all roads within its jurisdiction, including stormwater infrastructure. This consolidation is anticipated to save taxpayers money by streamlining road maintenance operations and eliminating overlaps between regional and municipal responsibilities.
Planning Already Underway
Mississauga gained control over land-use planning as of July 1, 2024. This power enables the city to make decisions about growth and development tailored to its needs. As the city’s population continues to expand, local oversight of planning processes will allow for more efficient and sustainable development.
Commitment to Seamless Transition
City officials have emphasized their dedication to ensuring a smooth transition. Detailed information for residents and businesses will be provided in the coming months, and updates will continue throughout the transition period.
“Mississauga is ready,” said Mayor Carolyn Parrish. “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 services. As a City, we can now manage these services alongside other areas of our business, streamlining operations. While I welcome these new services, there is still a lot of discussion to take place, working through the operational and budgetary aspects that come with adding these new services.”
City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer Geoff Wright added, “These changes are significant for Mississauga, enabling us to better serve our growing population through increased control over essential services. Our commitment is to maintain high-quality services for both residents and businesses. Our objective is to limit any disruptions in these services as we transition responsibilities from the Region to the City.”
The transfer of these services is expected to bolster Mississauga’s ability to meet the demands of its growing population while maintaining efficient service delivery. Residents can expect further updates as the transition progresses.
