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No Jets on the Mississauga Waterfront! 🚫✈️

July 2026 - 📝 THE PEOPLE HAVE SPOKEN!

The controversial runway extension proposal for the Billy Bishop Airport on the Toronto Islands got rejected by the Federal government this week after a massive majority of 87,000+ residents across the GTA sent the message "No Jets on our Waterfront" via the federal Survey conducted June 8 to July 24, 2026 (87% were against the jets).

TOPCA led the local charge in Mississauga on this issue with a Town Hall meeting (July 14, 2026) where NoJetsTO lead, Norm Di Pasquale, delivered a powerful Presentation (35-slide PDF) to the at-capacity room on the history and potential ramifications to both the Toronto and Mississauga waterfronts if the plan moved forward.

All Town Hall attendees were encouraged to participate in the Federal government’s online Public consultation (survey) on the future of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport that 'tested the waters' as to public sentiment.  The message was received.

▶ Federal Minister of Transport Steven MacKinnon - Statement on Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - July 24, 2026 (1p image). As issued on social media.

▶ NoJetsTO and Environmental Defence issued a Statement (July 24, 2026): Federal Government Nixes Toronto Island Airport Expansion After Massive Public Opposition (image).

Unable to attend the TOPCA Town Hall meeting, MP Charles Sousa, our federal representative for the Mississauga-Lakeshore riding, was approached by TOPCA in June 2026 with a Direct Question:

"With the eyes of the GTA focused on the potential expansion of the Billy Bishop (Toronto Island) airport, the Federal government is poised to be the decision-maker in the tri-partite agreement with the airport and the province (having taken over the role from the City of Toronto) when it comes to whether this proposal will get the 'go-ahead'.

"What do you think of your party's survey approach to forming a position on this matter? What are your thoughts on this project? And would you be prepared - as you've done in the past - to go against your own party if you feel the welfare of your riding is at stake?"

▶ MP Charles Sousa's Response: Statement on Billy Bishop Airport - July 7, 2026 (2p PDF).  This Statement was handed out at our Town Hall meeting on July 14, 2026.

Excerpt: "I acknowledge and share concerns that redeveloping Billy Bishop may not fully align with our community’s views and vision for the waterfront.  I was born and raised on our waterfront.  It is a place I cherish.  We share a collective responsibility to protect this area for generations to come."

▶ CTV News article (July 25, 2026): Advocates hail feds’ rejection of Billy Bishop airport plan, while trade groups pan it.  Provides background and context, plus video report.



Mid-year TOPCA Town Hall: Tuesday, July 14, 2026

July 2026 - 🎙️ MID-YEAR TOWN HALL  We’re holding a mid-year community meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 @ 7:00pm at Port Credit Arena (map), in the Credit Room - with A/C! ❄️🧊🥶.  We’ll engage our residents with speakers who have an expertise on the issues that are important to YOU, based on our recent survey.  MEETING SUMMARY TO APPEAR HERE SHORTLY.

THEME: PLANES, TRAINS, AUTOMOBILES... and BOATS

NoJetsTO (Guest speaker: Norm Di Pasquale) shares potential impacts to our lakeshore neighbourhoods if the Billy Bishop Airport expansion for jets takes place ✈️

Metrolinx provides the status of Hurontario LRT construction south of the QEW 🏗️🚉

Stephen Dasko gives us the latest news on the Port Credit Marina EA that’s just been approved by the province. Will it proceed? ⛵

+Updates on traffic along SLOW MOVING Lakeshore Road with construction restrictions, increasing density and volume of vehicles 🚧🏢🚘

▶ FACEBOOK POSTING: See TOPCA Facebook posting to provide comments.

▶ INSTAGRAM POSTING: See TOPCA Instagram posting to provide comments.

▶ MEMBERSHIP: You do not need to be a TOPCA member to attend, although we welcome new memberships any time!  A great time to join or renew for 2026 (at the door or by eTransfer).

NOTE: We will also have our annual Bike Ride in September, followed by a Municipal Candidates Meeting in October, and our Annual General Meeting in November.



Tell Us What’s Important to You!

May 2026 - We’re preparing to hold our mid-year community meeting and we’d like to hear from you.  What issues keep you up at night?  Where are you seeking some specifics?  Who would you like to hear from?

In July 2026 (date TBA), we’re planning to engage our residents with speakers who have an expertise on the issues that are important to YOU.

Not sure?

We’ll get the ball rolling by suggesting these possible topics and speakers…

1)  An update on development in the area from Stephen Dasko.  What's happening with the former Planet Organic site, the Skinner & Middlebrook site, the No Frills site, infill challenges in neighbourhoods?

2)  An overview of issues impacting South Mississauga – e.g. the proposed Toronto Island Airport expansion and anticipated air traffic/noise/pollution crossing our skies and Waterfront.  What is happening with the Lakeshore BRT?  Will the Hurontario LRT ever be finished?

3)  A general construction industry recap from developer Frank Giannone.  Is construction starting to pick up yet?  When and how will we see that happening?  How is the new condo market going?  Are condos dead as a housing format?  What's next?

4)  The Marina lands and where it now stands with updates on next steps from Stephen Dasko and Rudy Cuzzetto.  The long-awaited Environmental Assessment is complete and we're now waiting for Provincial approval to start reimagining the site with Canada Lands who gave the City until 2027 to build the new Marina and confirm a Master Plan.  Are we close to meeting that deadline?

5)  Climate Resilience Strategy – an update on how infill development and flooding are being addressed at the City level and why we need to tackle this one locally, build by build e.g. 900 Lakeshore Road West in Clarkson.

6)  Mayor’s Affordable Housing Task Force – is it still intact and does it have teeth, with the Provincial mandates no longer requiring an affordable component in new builds?  Who pays to replace the development fees no longer paid by the builder?  Supportive municipal infrastructure still needs to be constructed.  Is incentivising development costing the taxpayers?

7)  Metrolinx is proposing oversize transit-oriented residential developments at GO Stations e.g. Clarkson.  Is Port Credit GO "done"?  The City has little control under Provincial directives and the Mississauga Official Plan is no shield.  Who can/will actually live there?  Again, is this the wrong format?  What is the future of such dense one-dimensional clusters?

8)  THE TOPIC OF YOUR CHOICE:  You tell us!  Share your thoughts and topic ideas at TOPCA.PC@outlook.com or leave comments on our socials:

▶ FACEBOOK POSTING: See TOPCA Facebook posting to provide comments.

▶ INSTAGRAM POSTING: See TOPCA Instagram posting to provide comments.

NOTE: In addition to this mid-year meeting, we will also have our annual Bike Ride in September, followed by a Municipal Candidates Meeting in October, and our Annual General Meeting in November.  So, be sure to keep your calendars open this Fall!



TOPCA is on Instagram!

February 2025 - GETTING MORE SOCIAL: Look for our videos and photos on Instagram!  Scan the QR code at left or click our handle @topca_executive and follow us for more Port Credit content.

▶ Our first Instagram post, of our red-painted bike planter at Port Credit Harbour.

We often see the TOPCA painted bike planters photographed, especially the 'signature' red one at the Harbour.  Be sure to tag us if you post a snap!