Mississauga leads the charge for Peel Region to transfer waste collection responsibilities to Mississauga

During the March 19, 2025 Council meeting, Mississauga City Council approved the transfer of waste collection services from the Region of Peel to the City of Mississauga. The motion also supported similar transfers to the City of Brampton and Town of Caledon. At Regional Council on March 20, 2025, Peel Council passed a similar resolution. The transition date, set for January 1, 2026, will need to be confirmed by a Transition Committee.

Waste collection includes curbside collection of residential waste, recycling and organics as well as collection from multi-residential buildings. The transfer provides the City with an opportunity to gain efficiencies that have a potential for savings, and a collection service that is better coordinated with other municipal services.

Watch the City of Mississauga Council discussion.

Mississauga currently delivers more than 200 programs and services, making this transfer a step in the right direction to eliminate service duplication. Last year, Mississauga assumed responsibility over land-use planning from the Region, giving the City full authority to decide where homes, businesses, and parks should be built.

Next steps

To facilitate the transfer, a Transition Committee comprised of staff from the Region of Peel, City of Mississauga, City of Brampton, and Town of Caledon, will be created to develop a transition plan that targets an implementation date of January 1, 2026. The Committee will also work out details regarding funding transfers, service levels, and operational logistics. In addition, the City will engage in discussions with the Region and the other municipalities to develop a staff transition plan.

What residents can expect

The City is committed to ensuring a seamless transfer of waste collection services – through efficient and effective service delivery. In the coming months, detailed information will be provided to residents and businesses regarding any changes to waste services, with regular updates throughout the transition period.

Until further notice, residents should follow their current weekly waste collection schedule, guidelines, and by-law information about current waste collection services. For more information, visit peelregion.ca/waste.

Quotes

“I’m pleased to see Regional Council’s unanimous support for this transition, which I’ve personally been a strong advocate for. Bringing waste collection to the city level is a practical step that will allow Mississauga to better meet the unique needs of our community. We recognize the immense value of this change, and I’m confident it will lead to more efficient and effective waste collection services and significant savings for our residents in the long run.”- Mayor Carolyn Parrish

“Transitioning waste services to the municipal level is a logical step forward. This shift allows us to tailor waste management needs to our community, ensuring efficiency in service delivery. In Mississauga, we’re dedicated to providing high-quality services for both residents and businesses and have a strong track record of doing so. Our goal is to ensure collection services continue seamlessly as we take on new responsibilities from the Region.” – Geoff Wright, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer

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