Christmas

It’s that time of the year again Canada, Christmas is right around the corner and Newcomer Centre of Peel has some news on upcoming fun and great events for you and your family. Christmas time in Canada is a magical time for family and friends to gather and share great joy and happiness, it is also a time to step outside of the daily routine to enjoy the great things living in Canada brings all of us.

This year, to kick off the celebrations join Mayor Crombie and Members of the Council in lighting up the tree in Mississauga’s Celebration square on Saturday November 21 between 5PM and 9PM. The event will feature the opening of the skating rink for this year followed by a DJ Skate Party Live by DJ Token. There will be a Ferris wheel, taking pictures with Santa, face painting, crafts, jugglers, food, and many more fun activities.

The 2015 Mississauga Santa Claus Parade date is set for FAMILY Christmas FUN! It will take place on November 29th in the Village of Streetsville! There will be a crowd of about 60,000 along Queen Street for the Santa Claus Parade starting at 1 pm. There will be as many as 75 groups presenting floats, bands and entertainers. Mrs. Claus and Santa Claus will be in attendance! Please note Britannia Rd and Queen St. will be closed prior to and during the parade.

The Canadian Election

The Canadian election of 2015 came to an end November 4, 2015 when the new Prime Minister of Canada, Justine Trudeau was sworn in with the rest of his cabinet members. 

The Liberal Party led by Just Trudeau won a majority of 184 seats, which is more than the 170 seat requirement to receive a majority in the parliament. The Conservative Party came in next with 99 seats, The New Democratic Party (NDP) was third with 44 seats, Bloc Quebecois with 10 seats, and the Green Party with one seat. Interestingly, compared to last election in 2011, the Liberal Party gained 150 seats, while The Conservative Party lost 67, and the NDP lost 59 of its seats. 

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day in Canada is on November 11 every year, and it is a day to call on, and show our respect for the members of the armed forces who lost their lives during the first and second world wars, some 100,000 soldiers, sailors, and airmen died protecting Canada’s shores and well-being. The day was first observed in 1918 on November 11 at 11am. During this time, it is customary to wear poppies to show respect and support for the Canadian troops and their families. Please wear one today and support Canada.