For Immediate Release June 13, 2019 “Mississauga is the sixth largest city in the country and is a city in high demand that needs a strong leader to ensure that it will reach its full potential as the world-class city it’s destined to be. As the Mayor of Mississauga, I already have one of the […]
Speech: Southern Ontario Aerospace Network (SOAN) Summit
For Immediate Release Monday, May 27, 2019 Check Against Delivery Mayor Crombie delivered the following keynote address at the Toronto Region Board of Trade, announcing the creation of the Southern Ontario Mayor & Chair’s Council on Aerospace.” “Good morning everyone, what an inspiring message from Minister Garneau! It’s great to be joining you this morning […]
STATEMENT: EY Study Reaffirms Mississauga Will Realize Long-Term Savings Should Province Grant Independence
For Immediate Release May 23, 2019 STATEMENT: EY Study Reaffirms Mississauga Will Realize Long-Term Savings Should Province Grant Independence “I’d like to thank Ernst & Young (EY) for presenting the results of their comprehensive study to Regional Council today which reaffirms Mississauga’s findings: Mississauga only stands to benefit in the long-term by leaving the Region […]
STATEMENT: Comprehensive Study Confirms Independence in Best Interests of Mississauga
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MAY 22, 2019 Comprehensive Study Confirms Independence in Best Interests of Mississauga Statement by Mayor Bonnie Crombie on the independent financial analysis conducted by Ernst & Young (EY) on behalf of the Region of Peel as part of the provincial regional governance review “The newly released independent financial analysis conducted by Ernst […]
Mayor Crombie’s Statement on the Province’s Savings Challenge
May 21, 2019 Mayor Crombie’s Statement on the Province’s Savings Challenge “Today we learned the Ontario government is challenging municipalities to find 4% in savings per year in their budget. In Mississauga, that is roughly $30 million. At the Region of Peel it’s $45 million. I understand the province is working on getting its financial […]
STATEMENT: Mayor Crombie Clarifies Presence At Vaisakhi Celebrations
For Immediate Release April 15, 2019 “This past Sunday, I took the time to visit Mississauga’s three Gurdwaras to bring Vaisakhi greetings to those celebrating. During my remarks, I spoke to the members of each Gurdwara about peace and thoughtful reflection during the celebration of Vaisakhi. Let me be clear, I believe in peace and […]
Statement by Mayor Crombie on Regional Government
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 2019 STATEMENT BY MAYOR CROMBIE ON REGIONAL GOVERNANCE “Today at the Region of Peel we had a lengthy discussion about regional governance and the Deloitte Report that was commissioned without Regional Council’s knowledge or endorsement. Mississauga Councillors supported a unanimous resolution at Regional Council that reflected the following: The Deloitte […]
STATEMENT: Mayor Crombie Responds to Province’s Changes to the Hurontario LRT Project
For Immediate Release March 21, 2019 STATEMENT: Mayor Crombie Responds to Province’s Changes to the Hurontario LRT Project “Following today’s announcement from the Minister and Metrolinx, we are pleased that the Ontario government remains committed to this important project, including the promise to cover 100 percent of the costs needed to build the LRT. Our […]
STATEMENT: City Council Votes to Leave Region of Peel, Become Independent City
For Immediate Release Wednesday March 20, 2019 STATEMENT: City Council Votes to Leave Region of Peel, Become Independent City “City of Mississauga Council has voted in principle to become independent from the Region of Peel. This request would need to be approved by the province and is a result of the Ontario government’s regional government review. […]
STATEMENT: Tens of Millions to Flow to Mississauga through 2019 Federal Budget
March 19, 2019 For Immediate Release Tens of Millions to Flow to Mississauga through 2019 Federal Budget “Today, the federal government reaffirmed the important role that cities play in powering the nation by making several strategic, long-term investments in our growth. This year’s budget signals a modernization in our relationship with the federal government by […]