In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, 211 Central have increased their capacity to respond to urgent needs and share data with government, funders and community partners. This means we continue to connect people quickly to the services they need most such as financial help, employment services, mental health, food, childcare and support for seniors,
Every October, Children Aid Societies, in partnership with social service organizations, government, and community members across Ontario run a provincial awareness campaign called Dress Purple Day. Since its inception, many of you have been such strong advocates in recognition of this special day. This year on October 27, we dress purple to show families
Canadians who receive the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) and the Goods and Services Tax (GST/HST) credit need to complete their 2019 tax returns as soon as possible. As of June, more than 1.9 million Canadians who were eligible in 2018 for the CCB or GST/HST credits have not yet filed their return or have not
“Today we have started plans for a virtual Canada Day Celebration for the City of Mississauga, providing residents with an opportunity to celebrate our nations’ birthday during this difficult time,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie in a statement. “The virtual event will foster a sense of community and national pride for residents.” Council approved the celebration using approved
On this day as the world celebrates the life of George Floyd, and like many across North America and the globe, the Black Community Action Network (BCAN) of Peel is deeply disheartened by recent tragedies of anti-Black racism that have sparked mass demonstrations across Canada, the U.S. and abroad. More troubling, however, is these incidents – the violent
The Peel District School Board is now accepting kindergarten registrations for the 2020-21 school year through its new online kindergarten registration portal. While schools remain closed due to COVID-19, families who have children born in 2016 can register for kindergarten virtually, if they haven’t already done so. “We’re pleased to continue welcoming new kindergarten students, and provide
April 4, 2020, Franchisee employee in Mississauga, ON, tested positive for COVID-19. The last day the employee worked was April 3. FreshCo, 7205 Goreway Drive, Mississauga, ON. Community members are urged to get checked if they were in contact with any FreshCo employee last week at the Malton location. 7205 Goreway Drive. Please follow this
Ministry of Education officially announced that all publicly funded schools in Ontario, including those in the Peel District School Board, will remain closed until May 4, 2020, to further prevent the spread of COVID-19. At this time, we do not know if further extensions will be announced, but commit to keeping you updated as new information
The Government of Ontario released the list of essential workplaces and services on Monday night. Here is the list provided by the government: Supply chains 1. Businesses that supply other essential businesses or essential services with the support, supplies, systems or services, including processing, packaging, distribution, delivery, and maintenance necessary to operate; Retail and Wholesaling