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Hazel McCallion tells province to slow down plans to curb sprawl by San Grewal, Urban Affairs Reporter, Toronto Star, Dec 23, 2016. Former Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion, long called the "Queen of Sprawl", is an advisor to Premier Kathleen Wynne on GTHA [Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area] matters. "'The province needs to slow down and get the details right on how we're going to implement new policies and accommodate the inevitable growth,' McCallion said in a Thursday press release."
February 14th - Valentine's Day is now Hazel McCallion Day in Ontario by Ron Duquette, ModernMississauga.com, December 9, 2016. Article includes group photo: Hazel McCallion with Charles Sousa (MPP for Mississauga South), Amrit Mangat (MPP for Mississauga-Brampton South), Ron Duquette (President and Founder of Mississauga's Legend's Row), Fran Rider (Order of Canada, Order of Ontario, and one of the Founders of the Ontario Women's Hockey Association), and many others.
An Act to proclaim Hazel McCallion Day - Assented to December 8, 2016. Hazel McCallion Day Act, 2016, S.O. 2016, c. 27 - Bill 16
"In honour of her lifetime of contributions, it is appropriate to recognize February 14th (McCallion's birthday) in each year as Hazel McCallion Day in Ontario.
Therefore, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Ontario, enacts as follows:
Hazel McCallion Day
1. February 14th in each year is proclaimed as Hazel McCallion Day.
Commencement
2. This Act comes into force on the day it receives Royal Assent.
Short title
3. The short title of this Act is the Hazel McCallion Day Act, 2016."
Bill 16, Hazel McCallion Day Act, 2016 from Legislative Assembly of Ontario, 8 Dec. 2016. "In honour of her lifetime of contributions, it is appropriate to recognize February 14th (McCallion's birthday) in each year as Hazel McCallion Day in Ontario.
Hurricane Hazel on hand as #onpoli legislature proclaims Feb. 14 (her bday) as Hazel McCallion Day from Allison Jones on Twitter@allisonjones.
Hazel McCallion finally gets her day by Chris Clay, Mississauga News, Dec. 8, 2016. "It's no longer Valentine's Day in Ontario - from now on, Feb. 14 will be known as Hazel McCallion Day.
A private member's bill introduced by Mississauga-Brampton South MPP Amrit Mangat into the Ontario legislature earlier this year was unanimously approved by MPPs at its third reading before gaining royal assent on Thursday, Dec. 8. Bill 16 names Feb. 14, which is the long-time mayor's birthday, Hazel McCallion Day.
McCallion was at Queen's Park to witness the honour ..."
It's Official: There is Now a Hazel McCallion Day in Mississauga (and Beyond) by Ashley Newport, insauga, Dec. 8, 2016.
Dare to Be Social Tea. "Making Memories with Hazel McCallion" - Hear the former mayor of Mississauga share tales from her time in office and her latest book Hurricane Hazel: A Life With Purpose.
Special Lifestyle report: "Former mayor McCallion guides youth of today" by Zaineb Survery, published in Mississauga News, 11 Nov. 2016, p. 26. "At an intimate Dare to Be Social Tea event ... last Sunday [6 Nov. 2016], McCallion inspired youths ages 7-18 with principles she directly learned as a member of the Girl Guides, and applied before and after public office.
'Be prepared' ... 'Have discipline' ... 'Be committed' ... she said. Her own commitment to Girl Guides sparked at Saint Jean, Quebec in 1940, and stuck as she became a Divisional Girl Guide Commissioner for Mississauga by the mid-1960s. Her commitment was further displayed having co-signed a $10,000 loan in 1964 for a campground - still used today ... Finally, she stressed to the youth, 'Be independent,' having earned her first dollar at age fourteen. Now she cautions retirees on the secret of long life. 'When you lose the desire to look after yourself,' she said, 'You get old quickly.' ... She ended on a typically positive note. 'No matter how old you are, never stop contributing.' How true. How Hazel."
Hazel McCallion part of fundraising event for Women's College Hospital by Chris Clay, 8 Nov 2016, Mississauga News. "Former Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion is taking part in a panel discussion to raise funds for Toronto's Women's College Hospital. The sixth annual Women for Women luncheon happens Thursday, Nov. 10 at the Fairmont Royal York and will feature a number of panellists. They include McCallion as well as moderator Dr. Danielle Martin and Dr. Onil Bhattacharyya. The panel discussion will focus on a variety of subjects, including the complexities of aging ... aging with dignity, among others."
95-year-old Hazel McCallion shares her tips on living a happy, healthy life. YouTube video, 4:37 min. Published on Nov 7, 2016 by Breakfast Television. "'Hurrican Hazel' remains a force of nature. 'I'm busy everyday ... I don't have any time on my hands ... I love to be with people ... You've got to stay active physically as well as mentally.' The inspiring former Mayor of Mississauga, Hazel McCallion shares her secrets to remaining fit at age 95!"
Mississauga Guide Centre Inaugural Memory Wall from Girl Guides of Canada. The Mississauga Girl Guide Centre (MGGC) is welcoming names of those to be inducted onto a new "Memory Wall" to be established at the MGGC. The wall will be unveiled at a November 6, 2016 event, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Dare To Be Social Tea "Making Memories with Hazel McCallion". Former mayor Hazel McCallion will share tales from her time in office and from her latest book "Hurricane Hazel: A Life With Purpose".
Mississauga Festival Choir brings in Hazel McCallion for Christmas concert by Chris Clay, Mississauga News, Oct 2 2016. "The Mississauga Festival Choir is bringing in a special guest and Mississauga's most famous politician to help celebrate the holiday season. The 150-voice choir, which has been around for more than three decades, has enlisted former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion and the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra to perform at their A Mississauga Christmas concert on Dec. 3 at the Living Arts Centre. The concert will feature both traditional and new holiday music plus a special presentation of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas with McCallion serving as the narrator."
Three Lions Dance 2016 Community Crime Awareness Day. YouTube video, 2:36 min. Published on Oct 2, 2016 by sq1oac2. Lion dance by Black, White and Red Lions. From Eye Dotting ceremony (performed by former mayor Hazel McCallion as one of the participating VIPs) to Lettuce Feeding and Lucky Money tradition at the annual Community Crime Awareness Day. Event held at Mississauga Celebration Square on September 24, 2016, hosted by the Mississauga Chinese Business Association (MCBA) in partnership with Peel Regional Police, Rogers TV, and SafeCity Mississauga Crime Prevention.
Hazel McCallion presents certificates to Money and Youth graduates. YouTube video, 1:27 min. Published 30 Sep 2016 by sq1oac2. At the 2016 Community Crime Awareness Day (CCAD) event held at Mississauga Celebration Square, former mayor Hazel McCallion presents certificates to graduates of Money and Youth, an education program sponsored by Pierre Wong, Co-Chair of CCAD an event hosted by Mississauga Chinese Business Association (MCBA).
MPP Mangat reintroduces bill to recognize Hazel McCallion. (Queen's Park) - "This afternoon [Thursday, September 15, 2016], MPP Amrit Mangat reintroduced legislation to create a special day for one of Mississauga's most popular and best known, former mayor Hazel McCallion. The legislation, now known as Bill 16, will if passed establish February 14th (McCallion's birthday) of each year as Hazel McCallion Day in Ontario.
MPP Mangat previously introduced this legislation as Bill 215 in June of 2016. The government's decision to prorogue the Ontario Legislature, however, meant that the bill needed to be reintroduced. Bills are given a number which corresponds to the order of introduction."
Feb. 14 could soon be Hazel McCallion Day, if Queen's Park passes private member's bill. Mississauga-Brampton South MPP Amrit Mangat proposes marking McCallion's birthday, Mississauga News, 13 Sep 2016.
Bill 215, Hazel McCallion Day Act, 2016. Mississauga-Brampton South MPP Amrit Mangat has introduced a Private Member's bill in the Ontario Legislature proclaiming February 14, Hazel McCallion's birthday and Valentine's Day, as Hazel McCallion Day. Current Status: First Reading Carried, June 8, 2016. Petition in Support of Bill 215, Hazel McCallion Day Act, 2016 - A petition to recognize Hazel McCallion's historic contributions to Mississauga residents and to encourage young people to engage in political life.
On September 13, 2016, Hazel McCallion speaks to a packed audience at King Gardens Retirement Residence by Revera sharing her insights about the challenges of aging in today's society, and how to LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST.
Revera's Chief Elder Officer Hazel McCallion is a highly respected leader who has achieved success in a variety of different life pursuits. Hazel has a great sense of humour and is a fun-loving, warm and compassionate participant in Revera's Age is More Program - a program about showcasing and celebrating the ageless spirit of people.
 Ron Starr (Ward 6 Councillor), Former Mayor Hazel McCallion, Peter Fonseca (MP, Missassauga East-Cooksville), Winnie Fung (President, MCBA), and Connie Liong (Event Organizer) |
 Event Organizer, Winnie Fung (President, MCBA), Former Mayor Hazel McCallion and Connie Liong at Mississauga Chinese Centre |
Hazel McCallion and Peter Fonseca at Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival. YouTube video, 4:14 min. Published on Sep 10, 2016 by Sq1oac2. Former Mayor Hazel McCallion and Peter Fonseca, Member of Parliament for Mississauga East - Cooksville, speak at Mississauga Mid-Autumn Harvest Festival and Night Market held at Mississauga Chinese Centre or Mississauga Chinatown, Saturday, September 10, 2016. "When the Mississauga Chinese Centre, covering 10 acres, was officially opened in 1987 by Mayor Hazel McCallion, it included a replica of a Nine-Dragon Wall, a Soo Chow Garden, pagoda, pond, stone sculptures and a facsimile of the Great Wall. But it was the main entrance gateway, depicted on the stamp, that was the piéce de rèsistance. Towering 43 feet, it was built with 17,000 cubic metres of timber. Not a single nail - only wooden studs - was used in the construction, which was based on traditional Chinese building techniques." ~ Joseph Chin, "Mississauga's Chinese gate depicted on stamp", Mississauga News, May 1, 2013.
On the 15th day of February 1989, A.D., the Honourable Madame Hazel McCallion, Mayor of the City of Mississauga, officiated the Foundation Laying Ceremony for the Nine Dragon Wall at Mississauga Chinese Centre.
 Mississauga Chinese Centre Gateway Stamp by Albert Ng Issued in 2013 by Canada Post |
 Mayor Hazel McCallion Nine Dragon Wall Foundation Feb. 15, 1989. Photo by I Lee |
Mississauga's famed former mayor Hazel McCallion shares insights on retirement at Birkdale Place by Julie Slack, Milton Canadian Champion, Sep 1 2016. "Life is a transition and people better learn to accept it and enjoy it, or you're going to be negative. That's how Mississauga's former Mayor Hazel McCallion, 95, deals with life ... More than 100 guests, including residents [Birkdale Place] and even some of their grandchildren, came out to hear the famed 'hurricane Hazel.'
'Being with people is important; as mayor, I just love people. They generate energy,' she added. 'Being alone you're not active physically or mentally.'
'Age is a matter of mind; you're only as old as you think,' said McCallion ... ''I'm 95, but I think I'm only 55. Your age is strictly a figure and it's your approach to life that's important.' ... Now that she's moved into a retirement home, she visits with her children; no longer does she require a list of things for them to do for her ... 'You take the things that you're attached to and all the others are all in your mind.'"
Former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion to host growth summit in York Region by Lisa Queen, Newmarket Era, Aug 26 2016. "Former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion will host a summit in York Region, saying she has 'grave concerns' about proposed updates to provincial growth plans for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. The Sept. 30 meeting at the regional headquarters in Newmarket aims to get a consensus from mayors and regional chairs on plans for future development in the sprawling region and then present a united front to Queen's Park, McCallion said. 'I have concerns about it, very grave concerns,' said McCallion, the liaison officer between GTHA municipalities and Premier Kathleen Wynne".
Ideal Honda, located at Dixie Road and Highway 401 in Mississauga, had its Grand Opening on Wednesday, August 17, 2016. Event was attended by former mayor Hazel McCallion, current mayor Bonnie Crombie, CEO and President of Toyotoshi Group Canada: Mario Toyotoshi, CEO and President of Honda Canada Inc.: Jerry Chenkin, VP, Sales and Marketing: Jean Marc, Ambassador Naoyuki Toyotoshi, Executive President and Chairman, Toyotoshi S.A.: Marcelo Toyotoshi, and others, including performers from Sakuramai, a Toronto Japanese Yosakoi dance group.
Former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion backs taxi industry in battle with Uber by Rachael Williams, Mississauga News, July 6, 2016. "In a show of support for the taxi industry, former mayor Hazel McCallion submitted a letter to council recommending Uber be governed the same way as cab drivers in Mississauga ... her letter makes it clear that council has an obligation to protect the taxi industry from invasive technologies such as Uber. 'After all, they have played by the rules we set down,' wrote McCallion."
"Canada Day celebrations in Port Credit started with the Hazel McCallion Canada Day Parade. People lined Lakeshore to see the parade's floats, marching bands, classic cars and Mr. Takenaka, Mayor of Kariya, Japan, Mississauga's sister city. Of course, Hazel McCallion was once again walking in the parade, as she has for many years. The end of the parade featured the giant cake cutting ceremony ..." ~ Jay Ward.
Hazel McCallion Book Signing from SNAPD North Mississauga, July 2016, p. 19. Photos and event by Riya Singh, Website code: peww6j7. "Credit River Retirement Residence hosted a book signing for former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion on June 15, 2016."
Sheridan College officially installs Hazel McCallion as chancellor by Jason Spencer, Mississauga News, June 6, 2016. Chancellor McCallion, Staff photo by Bryon Johnson. Former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion was installed as Sheridan College's first chancellor Monday at the Living Arts Centre. "It's official: former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion is the first chancellor of Sheridan College. McCallion was sworn in during an installation ceremony Monday at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga. She'll have all week to get used to the ornate robe and hat that comes with the territory as she attends several Sheridan graduation ceremonies taking place at the city centre venue."
Installation of Sheridan's inaugural Chancellor, Hazel McCallion. YouTube video, 38:05 min. Video by Sheridan Production House.
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| Hazel McCallion Sheridan's Inaugural Chancellor Living Arts Centre June 6, 2016 |
About the Chancellor: Hazel McCallion. "The Chancellor serves as the ceremonial head of Sheridan, presiding over convocation ceremonies and serving as an ambassador for the institution. The Chancellor is appointed by the Board of Governors. The appointment of our inaugural Chancellor is a historic moment for Sheridan - it is an important milestone in our ongoing transition to become Sheridan University."
 Orchestra plays while guests arrive |  Chancellor's robe and cap ready for Hazel |
 Welcoming remarks and introduction of Platform Party by Dr. Mary Preece |  Dr. Jeff Zabudasky (President and Vice Chancellor), Bryan Dawson, Hazel McCallion, Jamie King |
 Bryan Dawson (Chair, Board of Governors), Hazel McCallion, Jamie King (GM Sheridan Student Union) |  Introduction of Chancellor by Dr. Jeff Zabudsky |
 Bryan Dawson congratulates Hazel McCallion |  Dr. Mary Preece puts Chancellor's robe on Hazel McCallion |
 Chancellor Hazel McCallion in full regalia |  Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, Bryan Dawson, Chancellor Hazel McCallion, Dr. Mary Preece, Jamie King |
 New Chancellor Hazel McCallion's Address |  Musical performance by Arinea Hermans accompanied by Michael Mulrooney |
Hazel McCallion Installed as Sheridan's Inaugural Chancellor from CNW, Cision and PR Newswire, June 6, 2016. "Hazel McCallion, the longest-serving Mayor in Mississauga's history who has received countless honours in her long and storied career, today embarked on a new challenge at the age of 95. In a formal ceremony held at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga this morning, attended by local dignitaries, Sheridan employees and students, and members of the general public, McCallion was sworn in as the inaugural Chancellor of Sheridan.
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In her installation address, Chancellor McCallion stated, 'I will do whatever I can to make sure that every student who enters Sheridan knows that every door can open before them - whether they start or finish here with an advanced certificate, diploma, skilled trade or undergraduate degree.'"
Ageism is just another form of prejudice and Canada is failing its seniors, says McCallion by Radhika Panjwani, Mississauga News, June 1, 2016. "Hazel McCallion, 95, former Mississauga mayor and the Chief Elder Officer (CEO) for Revera Inc. said when it comes to attitudes and shifts, Canada is failing its seniors. 'Sheridan College undertook this research project and they have come up with some excellent recommendations,' said McCallion. 'They looked at the situation across the country and to what's happening to seniors and how seniors are looked after in the community and the neglect of seniors. The idea is to make aging another part of the highway of life by giving seniors a choice rather than decisions being made on their behalf.'"
Toronto's Tribute Dinner held at Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Toronto, May 25, 2016. Thank you to everyone who attended the 2016 Toronto's Tribute Dinner honouring Hazel McCallion, former Mayor of Mississauga. The Canadian Room of the Royal York Hotel was brimming with guests, including Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie, family members, friends, supporters, politicians and business contacts all to pay tribute to Hazel McCallion.
"Members of the festival [Bread and Honey Festival 2016] committee, board members from the Streetsville BIA, MPP leader Bob Delaney, former Mayor of Mississauga, Hazel McCallion, residents of Credit Valley Retirement Residence and other notable organizations graced the media launch in May." ~ Siddharth Devalla.
2016 MARTY Awards - Event held on Thursday, May 19, 2016, 5:30 - 9:30 pm at Mississauga Convention Centre, 75 Derry Road, Mississauga ON L5W 1G3 Canada.
"The MARTY Awards, coined the 'Mississauga Oscars' was back to present prestigious awards to the best and brightest talents in the city in 19 different categories with 84 nominees, making it the biggest arts awards gala night in town. Attended by the most important people in the city [including former mayor Hazel McCallion], the auditorium was floored with families and friends of the nominees, board members of the Mississauga Arts Council and Livings Arts Centre." ~ Siddharth Devalla.
- Event held on Sunday, May 15, 2016, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm at Trinity Hall Banquet Conference Centre, 1245 Eglinton Ave. W. Mississauga ON L5V 2M6, Canada.
"The Annual General Meeting 2016 was hosted this year by The Streetsville Horticultural Society. District 15 currently has a total of 17 Horticultural Societies and Garden Clubs. Former Mayor Hazel McCallion, Ward 11 Councillor George Carlson and Ward 8 Councillor Matt Mahoney attended the well organized event." ~ Andrea Birbalsingh.
"She Has a Voice hosted a high tea with honoured guest Hazel McCallion on May 7, 2016 at Tu Casa Fine Dining. The event raised funds for She Has A Voice and their programs and workshops for youth and women ... Hazel was also on site signing copies of her book, Hurricane Hazel." ~ Nicole McGrattan.
New Hazel McCallion Sportsmanship Award goes to ME051! "Congratulations ME051 Atom Red for winning the newly created Hazel McCallion Sportsmanship Award for adopting a senior's home and David & Hunter's story of kindness and courage ... Beloved former Mayor Hazel McCallion gave the crowd an enthusiastic speech about her love of hockey. 'Hockey is Canada's game!' McCallion told a cheering crowd of parents, coaches and players. McCallion said that she's proud to have her name on this special award." ~ Meadowvale Minor Hockey Association Newsletter, May 2016.
Canadian woman to grace new bank note in 2018: Trudeau. YouTube video, 1:38 min. Kristy Kirkup, Videographer. Published on Mar 9, 2016 by The Canadian Press. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says a new bank note to be released in 2018 will feature a Canadian woman. On Tuesday's International Women's Day [March 8, 2016], Finance Minister Bill Morneau said it was "high time" for the move. Prime Minister Trudeau and Bill Morneau, Finance Minister, spoke at a reception on Parliament Hill, where they were joined by dignitaries such as Hazel McCallion, Mississauga's former long-time mayor.
Trudeau says new bank note will feature an iconic Canadian woman. Video: 9:21 min. Published on March 8, 2016 by CTVNews.ca Staff. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau with his wife Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau and Finance Minister Bill Morneau (far right) along with women from his caucus as he acknowledges former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion (far left) on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Tuesday, March 8, 2016.
●Canadian bank note to feature 'iconic' woman. Video: 1:37 min. Published by Toronto Star. Article by Bruce Campion-Smith, Ottawa Bureau, March 8, 2016.
Opening Speaker: Hazel McCallion, Former Mayor, Mississauga (Ontario) at Trucking HR Canada, Women with Drive 2016 Leadership Summit, Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport, March 3, 2016. (Sorry, link no longer works). "Hazel continues to be on the board of the Ontario Women's Hockey Association and continues to be a driving force behind women's hockey - as Hazel says "the way hockey should be played - free of violence".
Hazel McCallion named as Inaugural Chancellor of Sheridan. Sheridan College, 23 Feb. 2016. "Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, Sheridan President and Vice Chancellor, today announced the appointment of former Mississauga Mayor, Hazel McCallion, as the institution's inaugural Chancellor. The announcement took place at Sheridan's Davis Campus in Brampton, Ontario, and was attended by local and regional dignitaries, including Brampton Mayor Linda Jeffrey, Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie, and Amrit Mangat, MPP for Mississauga-Brampton South. As Chancellor, Ms. McCallion will serve as ceremonial leader of the institution, and will preside over Sheridan's annual Convocation ceremonies. She will be formally installed as Chancellor prior to the first Convocation ceremony scheduled to take place in June, 2016. The Chancellor is a voluntary, unpaid role, with a term of three years."
Sheridan College adds Hazel McCallion as first chancellor by Louise Brown, Mississauga News, Feb 23 2016. "Busy former Mississauga mayor, who just turned 95, enlisted as college attempts leap to university status ... The former mayor, who turned 95 last week, is a natural fit for a school she has supported so fully that it named its latest campus after her, said Sheridan president Jeff Zabudsky ... 'She's a force of nature; I can't keep up with her. We're just happy to snap her up before her dance card gets full,' said Zabudsky, noting the appointment of a chancellor is one more step toward the goal of becoming Sheridan University by 2020."
Hazel McCallion appointed first Sheridan College chancellor by Staff Torstar News Service, Toronto Metro. Published on Feb 23 2016. "McCallion, who just turned 95, shows no signs of slowing down since leaving her longtime post as Mississauga's mayor ... In its bold bid to become a university, Sheridan College has a powerful new weapon. Hurricane Hazel."
Hazel McCallion's Photos Through the Years by Khaled Iwamura, February 15, 2016.
Hazel McCallion turned 95 today. CP24 Video, 1:00 min.
BIRTHDAY GIRL: Tributes pour in to wish 'Hurricane' Hazel McCallion a happy 95th by Louie Rosella, Mississauga News, Feb 14 2016. "Mississauga's iconic and venerable former mayor, Hazel McCallion, turned 95 today. The tributes have been pouring in over social media as McCallion celebrated with family members and friends at her son Peter McCallion's house."
Lion Dance at MCBA Chinese New Year Reception 2016. YouTube video, 4:56 min. Published on Feb 11, 2016. Lion Dance performed by Stephen Bougin and Justin Chin (White Lion), Ying Zhu and Lorne Milda (Red Lion) of Northern Legs Southern Fists. MCBA President Lillian Kwok and Former Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion feed the Lions with fresh lettuce and lucky money. Year of the Monkey, Chinese New Year Celebration held on February 8, 2016 at the Great Hall, Mississauga Civic Centre, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
Trudeau helps mark Chinese New Year. The Canadian Press, 6 Feb. 2016. "He [Prime Minister Justin Trudeau] was the guest of honour at the Dragon Ball, where he celebrated the beginning of the Year of the Monkey. He arrived with former Mississauga, Ont. mayor Hazel McCallion on his arm, joking she was a date 'almost as hot' as his wife Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau ... At the event, held by the Yee Hong Community Wellness Foundation, Trudeau participated in a traditional eye-dotting ceremony during a lion dance.
Port Credit 7th Annual 'Twas the Bite Before Christmas. Published in Mississauga Real Estate, Mississauga.com, January 7-8, 2016, p. 10. Photos by Tracey White Kirouac and Rob Beintema. "Once again the Port Credit community has come together to fight hunger, feed hope and assist those less fortunate - said Dan Meadowcroft, co-founder of the 'Twas the Bite Before Christmas Foundation." Several photos include former Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion and current Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie.
Hazel McCallion starts a new job. YouTube video, 5:40 min. Published on Dec 21, 2015 by CBC News. "Mississauga's former mayor takes on role with Revera Inc. She speaks with The Exchange's Bruce Sellery."
Hazel McCallion - Chief Elder Officer of Revera. YouTube video, 1:09 min. Published on Nov 9, 2015 by ReveraInc. Hazel McCallion strongly believes that "Every person, young and old, can live a life of purpose." She aims to help seniors to live their lives to the fullest.
McCallion throws down challenge to SIOR members by Joanne Lovering, Mississauga News, 3 November 2015. "A Markham resident should be able to work at Pearson Airport then easily return home via public transportation, former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion recently told members of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) ... she called on all professionals in the real estate industry to be proactive and create a body to forge a pubic transportation system that seamlessly links Brampton and Mississauga with the entire GTA [Greater Toronto Area].
Kapeleris Talk TV, Real Estate and Beyond - Hazel McCallion. YouTube video, 16:33 min. Published by Louis and Carmela KapelerisTV on 30 Oct 2015.
A Night with Hazel McCallion and Jon Cheplak from SNAPD North Mississauga, November 2015, p. 4. Photos and event by Duaine Menezes. Website code: petmyr>
"On October 19, Real Estate Broker and TV Show Host Carmela Kapeleris hosted a one-of-a-kind event at Cagney's Restaurant in Streetsville. The event kicked off with the entrance of Mississauga's former mayor, the Honorable Hazel McCallion, followed by an interview with Carmela Kapeleris ... a second interview ... with Jon Cheplak, Consultant, Coach, Speaker and Author of 'Interrupt the Pattern - The Path to Your Higher Self'. Jon shared business secrets and strategies with the guests ..."
Hazel McCallion says Trudeau has his priorities straight by meeting with her instead of Rob Ford. YouTube video (poor sound), 2:11 min. Published on Oct 16, 2015, by CBC News.
Liberal Ad: Hazel McCallion asks, "Do I look scared to you?" YouTube video, 0:30 min. Published on Oct 14, 2015 by FactPointVideo. "Former long-serving Mayor of Mississauga, Hazel McCallion, asks voters not to believe Stephen Harper's misleading statements and ads saying that income-splitting for seniors would be eliminated under a Liberal government. It won't. This election ad first aired on October 14, 2015."
MiWay Celebrates New Name for Operations Building. City of Mississauga Press Release, Oct 13, 2015. "Today, we recognized the early days of transit in Mississauga with the Official Renaming of the Transit Operations Building to the E.J. (Ed) Dowling Transit Facility. 'Under the leadership and vision of Ed Dowling, Mississauga Transit - now called MiWay, grew from 4.1 million rides in 1974 to 23.3 million rides in 1997,' said Mayor Bonnie Crombie during the official renaming ..."
"Father of Mississauga Transit" Ed Dowling honoured with building renaming from SNAPD North Mississauga, November 2015, p. 22. Photos and event submitted to SNAPD. Website code: petp84.
Photo caption: Hazel McCallion, Mayor Bonnie Crombie, Ed Dowling, Guest of Honour; Doug Lychak, former City Manager, Councillor Ron Starr, Ward 6; Councillor Pat Saito, Ward 9; Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3; Councillor George Carlson, Ward 11; and Martin Powell, Commissioner of Transportation and Works present Ed Dowling with a plaque recognizing the renaming of the Transit Operations Building to the E.J. (Ed) Dowling Transit Facility.
Lunch with former Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion by Laura Stone, Politics Reporter, Global News. YouTube video, 2:08 min. "People are interested in the economy. They are concerned about the lack of job creation. The unemployment of youth is extremely high in Mississauga and well across Canada. You can talk about balancing the budget, but a person without a job is not interested in balancing the budget. I think Justin Trudeau's platform is the best."
On Justin Trudeau: "He is young, he is vibrant, he is intelligent, he's got all kinds of youth in his favour."
On how Hazel McCallion stays so young (at age 94): "You've got to stay active, watch your diet, eat a lot of fish, and being interested, keep your mind working."
Farewell to Hazel McCallion Mayor of Mississauga 1978-2015 by Haroon Khan. YouTube video, Published on August 12, 2015 by Sabir Amin Shakoor Gaya.
Hazel McCallion, Business Ambassador - Profile, Biography, from Speigel Nichols Fox LLP, 2015. Speigel Nichols Fox LLP welcomes Former Mayor McCallion as a Business Ambassador for the firm. Page includes two quotes:
● "I could never toe the party line. I'd wear out the carpet crossing the floor." ~ Mayor Hazel McCallion.
● "The most frightening words in politics are, 'Hazel McCallion on line 1'" ~ A former Cabinet minister, who wishes to remain anonymous.
Dr. Ignat Kaneff - A Lifetime Achievement Tribute from SNAPD North Mississauga, May 2016, p. 10. Photos and event by Duaine Menezes. Website code: pewv7dh.Many dignitaries, including former mayor Hazel McCallion, attended this Community Living Mississauga's 32nd Annual Tribute Dinner held on March 31, 2016.
See also: Iggy Kaneff, builder and philanthropist, receives one of nation's highest honours by Rachael Williams, Mississauga News, Jan 25, 2017. "Kaneff was awarded the Order of Canada for his community dedication and service to the nation."
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| Hazel McCallion, Ignat Kaneff and Others at Tribute Dinner Photo credits: Community Living Mississauga |
 Tribute Dinner Raises $115,000 March 2010 Photo credits: Community Living Mississauga |
Former mayor joins Peel development company by Chris Clay, Mississauga News. Online version published July 14, 2015. Print version published July 16, 2015 in Mississauga News, page 4 with title: Nothing Stopping Former Mayor from Joining Peel Development Company. "There are no rules preventing former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion from joining a Peel-based real estate development company, according to an expert in municipal government ... Last week, Kaneff Group of Companies announced that McCallion had joined the company's board of advisors as of June 1."
Former mayor joins Peel development company by Chris Clay, Mississauga News, July 14, 2015. "Former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion has joined the board of Kaneff Group, a Peel-based real estate development company."
Peter Fonseca Fundraiser Invitation July 2015. The Podium Club invites you to an evening with Peter Fonseca, Liberal Candidate for Mississauga East-Cooksville with special guest Former Mayor Hazel McCallion, hosted by Ignat Kaneff, July 7, 2015, at Lionhead Golf Club & Conference Centre.
50TH ANNIVERSARY: Even in the beginning (and for a long time after that), there was Hazel McCallion, becoming the 'Hurricane'. Online version published 25 June 2015. 50th ANNIVERSARY: 'Hurricane' Hazel, our constant companion. "From day one of the news, there was Hazel McCallion. Over the years, we've dedicated oceans of ink to our long-time former mayor. Here are a few of her earliest appearances in our Mississauga News. You can't tell the story of the Mississauga News without at least a few references to former mayor Hazel McCallion. Or a few million." Article includes a black and white photo taken in 1970 with the caption: "A Mexican-garbed, guitar-strumming McCallion rides Jello the horse down the QEW near Hwy. 10 during a fundraiser trek for handicapped children. The ride ran from Huron Park to the CNE in 1970." Printed version published on June 26, 2015 in The Mississauga News 50th Anniversary, p. 6.
Hazel McCallion: Exemplary, Extraordinary, Enduring. YouTube video, 4:11 min. Published on June 15, 2015 by Juliana Andrada. About Hazel McCallion, at age 93: "Her tenacity is legendary when it comes to hockey ..." Paul Henderson, former NHL Player comments: "'Hurricane Hazel', that's a great nickname ... that would have been even appropriate on the ice." "Her love of the sport has made Hazel the Champion of Hockey not only in Canada but internationally."
A glimpse of Hazel McCallion at Healthy Living Expo 2015. YouTube video, 0:59 min. To loud applause and laughter, former Mayor Hazel McCallion comments that the Mississauga Healthy Living Expo encourages people to stay healthy and hence her success ~ Witness the living proof of herself, still very active and healthy today at age 94, June 13, 2015.
Former mayor honoured with degree from Sheridan College by Chris Clay, Mississauga News. With Staff Photo by Chris Clay. "Sheridan College graduates of the Pilon School of Business received their diplomas at a convocation held in the Living Arts Centre on Monday (June 8, 2015). Former Mayor Hazel McCallion was awarded an honourary degree.
Sheridan Celebrates Convocation 2015. Published June 10, 2015. "Sheridan's annual Convocation ceremonies are taking place from June 8 to June 11 at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga. Over 7,000 graduates will cross the stage during eleven ceremonies this week. In addition, four notable individuals will be presented with honorary degrees:
1. Hazel McCallion, former Mayor of Mississauga
2. Ignat (Iggy) Kaneff, CEO and Chairman, Kaneff Group of Companies
3. Dean Deblois, Animation Director, DreamWorks Studio
4. Graham Annable, Animation Director, LAIKA Studio
Dean Deblois and Graham Annable are both Sheridan alumni and 2015 Academy Award nominees for Best Animated Feature - Deblois for How to Train Your Dragon Two, and Annable for The Boxtrolls."
Hazel McCallion: "I miss solving problems." June 9, 2015 YouTube video, 1:14 min. Former City of Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion, age 94, gives a short speech at Palisades on the Glen: "I miss the administration. I miss solving problems." Still full of life and very energetic, Hurricane Hazel emphasizes that "You can't do it alone. You have to do it with others."
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| Hazel McCallion Book Signing at Palisades on the Glen June 9, 2015 |
The McCallion Letters. Mississauga Watch: Mississauga Muse. Blog. Circa 10 February 2009 to 24 May 2015.
Mississauga Arts Council honours city's best and brightest by Joseph Chin, Mississauga News, 8 May 2015. "Mayor Bonnie Crombie and Mississauga Arts Council executive director Anu Vittal present the Lifetime Achievement in the Arts Award to former mayor Hazel McCallion at the MARTY Awards held at the Living Arts Centre."
Nominees named for 2015 MARTYs by Joseph Chin, Photos by Rob Beintema. Mississauga News, Mar 26, 2015. "The nominees have been announced for the 2015 MARTY Awards. This year, 70 people/groups, in both arts and volunteer categories, are in the running for the awards ... The winners will be revealed at a gala May 7 at the Living Arts Centre ... As part of the awards, Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) will present a Lifetime Achievement in Arts Award to Hazel McCallion for her contribution to the arts during her tenure as mayor."
Live: 'Hurricane' Hazel McCallion speaks at Women's Day celebration. "Former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion will share her story during an International Women's Day celebration, held in Niagara Falls, Ont., Friday, March 6, 2015 at 1:15 p.m. McCallion, who spent 36 years as the mayor of Mississauga, is the keynote speaker at a luncheon organized by Women in Niagara, a council of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce."
Hazel McCallion's Retirement Doesn't Last, Takes New Job At 94 by Canadian Press, Feb. 24, 2015. "'Hurricane Hazel' is still going strong. At the age of 94, Hazel McCallion - one of Canada's longest serving mayors - is embarking on a new career."
Hazel McCallion gets a new job. The Canadian Press, Feb 24, 2015. "At the age of 94, Hazel McCallion - one of Canada's longest serving mayors - is embarking on a new career. She has taken a job at the University of Toronto ... is now a special adviser to the president of the university's Mississauga division on matters related to the strategic development of the school ... McCallion will also be helping to create new courses and will work with the Mississauga campus' Institute for Management and Innovation to develop a master's degree in urban innovation and development ..."
McCallion lands job at UTM by Chris Clay, Mississauga News. Published Feb 24, 2015. Photo: Former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion has accepted a position as special advisor to University of Toronto Mississauga principal Deep Saini. "Just a few months after stepping down as mayor, Hazel McCallion has landed a new job. McCallion, 94, accepted a position as special advisor to University of Toronto Mississauga principal Deep Saini and started her yearlong job earlier this month ...'I believe strongly in the importance of both education and innovation for the future of Mississauga,' said McCallion in a release. 'I have always felt so welcomed when I am at the university and I am honoured to continue our long relationship and to contribute to education in Mississauga.'"
A Bank NOTE-able Canadian Woman. Bank of Canada is inviting Canadians to nominate an iconic woman to appear on a new bank note. Sorry, Hazel McCallion does not qualify as nominees must have been deceased for at least 25 years. On 8 December 2016, the Minister of Finance and the Governor of the Bank of Canada will reveal which woman will be featured on the note.
The $100 Canadian banknote depicted below (sorry link no longer works) with image of Hazel McCallion is somone's creative artwork submitted anonymously on 23 Feb. 2015 to Women on Canadian Bank Notes with image of Hazel McCallion just for fun.
Former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion lands new job by Dakshana Bascaramurty, Globe and Mail. Published Monday, Feb. 23 2015, 6:30 PM EST. "In a year-long appointment, Ms. McCallion, who turned 94 earlier this month, will help develop a new master's degree in urban innovation and development at the university's Institute for Management and also be a guest lecturer."
Hazel McCallion endorses Justin Trudeau: Launches Canada's Cities vs Stephen Harper YouTube video, 5:42 min. Published on Feb 16, 2015 by MississaugaWatch. Liberal "Hazel McCallion endorses Justin Trudeau for Municipal Infrastructure Money" Rally, University of Toronto Mississauga, Feb 15, 2015.
● Former Mayor Hazel McCallion tells a joke on her 94th birthday 14 Feb 2015 . YouTube video, 3:12 min.
● Love Me Tender ..."for dear Hazel we love you and we always will" 14 Feb 2015. YouTube video, 0:52 min.
● For more YouTube videos by Justus singers of Streetsville Musicorp Inc., see "From Justus With Love".
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| Celebrating Hazel McCallion's 94th Birthday February 14, 2015 Eden United Church Photos by I Lee |
Shift: Hazel McCallion. YouTube video, 24:33 min. Published by CityofLondonOntario, Feb 13, 2015. "At London's first community conversation on Rapid Transit, 'Hurricane Hazel', the former Mayor of Mississauga, shared her perspective on what can be achieved by implementing Rapid Transit. Presented at the Wolf Performance Hall on February 4, 2015."
View Hazel McCallion's Photos Through the Years from insauga.com. December 15, 2014.
Daniel R Wallace Receives Civic Award from SNAPD North Mississauga, April 2015, p. 2. Event submitted to snapd. Website code: perm3n. "It was a special day for Daniel Wallace and his family recently as he received a Civic Award of Recognition from the City of Mississauga ... Daniel and his family were also honoured to meet former mayor, Hazel McCallion, at the award ceremony. The City of Mississauga has been honouring residents through the Civic Recognition program since 1992."
Former Mayor Hazel McCallion Tribute Dinner from Snap North Mississauga, January 2015, p. 5. Event submitted to snapd. Website code: peqsjs. "The Mississauga Italian Canadian Benevolent Association (MICBA), along with its partner companies, organized a Tribute Dinner to celebrate Mayor Hazel McCallion's 36 years in service as mayor and a devoted member of the community. The event, which took place at Le Tréport Wedding & Convention Centre on December 6, was a huge success with over 500 attendees uniting together to commemorate Mayor Hazel and show gratitude for her passion and commitment to the City of Mississauga. Mayor Hazel McCallion astounded the crowd by making a grand entrance, driving into the venue in a Gucci Fiat 500 ..."
Statement in recognition of Hazel McCallion, C.M. - December 3, 2014 (Sorry, link no longer works) from Senator Victor Oh, Senate of Canada. "We have all heard about Hazel, one of the best-known and longest-serving mayors in Canada and in the world. She retired last Sunday at the age of 93, leaving the mayor's seat after 36 years. She earned the nickname 'Hurricane Hazel' for her tireless energy and determination. She was the first female elected Mayor of Streetsville back in 1970 and later elected as the first female Mayor of Mississauga. A Member of the Order of Canada, she was among the top finalists for the World Mayor Award.
Mayor Hazel McCallion oversaw the development of Mississauga from a town of fewer than 300,000 people to the sixth-largest city in Canada. She is an inspiring figure for many in politics and community service. She is leaving a legacy that will be hard to surpass."
Mayor Hazel McCallion Congratulates Victor Oh on Appointment to Senate of Canada. City of Mississauga, Jan 29, 2013. "Mississauga resident Victor Oh was appointed to the Senate of Canada on January 25." See Victor Oh in Wikipedia.
Old habits die hard for retired Hazel McCallion by Joe Warmington, Toronto Sun, December 3, 2014. "The last time Hazel McCallion had nothing scheduled to do on a week day, Lester B. Pearson was prime minister.
George Armstrong was the captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs, the late, great Jean Beliveau of the Montreal Canadiens.
That was 1967, when the legendary former mayor was first elected into politics. Canada was just seven years older than McCallion is now. Mississauga was just a bunch of farmer's fields.
A lot sure has changed since then in Canada?s sixth-largest city.
But one thing that didn?t change was the mayor. Until this week ...
More than 47 years without a day off is a long time. It finally happened Tuesday [Dec. 2, 2014] for the 93-year-old political legend ...
Tim Hortons on Queen St. is not a new haunt for her. There is a former city manager, a former fire chief, former councillors and business people who congregate there every morning. She's joined them before but with no schedule there was now no hurry to leave. No meetings were planned and no itinerary to follow ...
But her first full day with no civic demands did start by dealing with some personal matters. "Well for one I had to get a new cellphone," she said. 'My car also belonged to the city so I had to turn that in.' The famous Mayor 1 licence plate has now been handed over to be stored in city archives ...
After almost a half century of serving the public, Hazel McCallion has extra time on her hands. She has certainly earned it."
Phoenix Ball pays tribute to McCallion. "Tonight ... we honour and pay tribute to a great leader who never quits until the job is done. That person, of course, is Her Worship Hazel McCallion, our "Hurricane Hazel"!
Her Worship: Hazel McCallion and the Development of Mississauga
In 2005, she was made a Member of the Order of Canada. Her accomplishments were not only being recognized in Canada, but also around the world. Just to quote a few: She is one of the few non-Germans to be a Member of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, the country's highest individual honour, for her role in bringing German companies to Canada.
She ranked second in the 2005 International World Mayor poll. But to us all in Canada, she is the No. 1 Mayor in the world.
We love Hazel because of her personal approach. She is so forth right with people. She talks with confidence and above all, she talks from her heart.
The city is destined for greatness as it is built on a foundation envisioned by the foresight and planning of a great mind. The people of Mississauga will benefit from her legacy and wisdom for years to come. Hazel is the greatest Mayor Mississauga ever has and will ever have. She is second to none! We will forever be grateful for her work, her wisdom, her smile and for being such a remarkable leader of our city in Canada and the world!"
Phoenix Ball pays tribute to McCallion by Joseph Chin, Mississauga News, 1 Dec. 2014. "The 2014 Phoenix ball sponsored by the Mississauga Board of Chinese Professionals & Businesses (CPB) celebrated Mayor Hazel McCallion's last official event with a gala evening at the Mississauga Convention Centre Sunday evening (Nov 30, 2014).
"While the chief focus of the gala was to raise money for the community, this year's event also paid tribute to outgoing mayor Hazel McCallion, whom gala chair Audrey Chiang called a 'tremendous supporter' of CPB ...
Ron Duquette, a close friend of the mayor, spoke about Hazel's Hope, which, through Mississauga-based World Vision Canada, has donated more than $1 million to provide safer water, education, HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention training, health care and more for poverty-stricken areas in Tanzania."
Mississauga Minor Hockey Associations celebrate Mayor Hazel McCallion. Published Dec. 2, 2014 by Mississauga Hockey League. Mississauga Hockey League, Mississauga Girls Hockey League, Streetsville Hockey League team up to honour Mississauga hockey's biggest fan! "On Saturday, November 29, 2014, the Mississauga Hockey League, Mississauga Girls Hockey League and Streetsville Hockey League paid tribute to Mayor McCallion with a special ceremonial puck drop at the start of the MHL's annual Minor Novice Fun Day at Tomken Arena ..."
Mississauga Hockey Honours Mayor Hazel McCallion from Snap North Mississauga, January 2015 edition, p. 15. Photos and event by Alizeh Jaffrey, Website code: pezf2x. "On Mayor Hazel McCallion's last weekend in office, she was invited to what she was told was simply a ceremonial puck drop. Instead, she found a gathering of the three Mississauga minor hockey associations - the Mississauga Hockey League, the Mississauga Girls Hockey League and the Streetsville Hockey League - there to honour her. Many Minor Novice players took to the ice with their team banners and surrounded the Mayor as she addressed the audience and shared a few words ..." Includes the photo: "Mayor Hazel drops the puck as the welcoming party looks on, including MHL President, Brian Webster, MGHL President, Phil Cancilla, SHL President, Neil Painchaud, Past MHL President, Gord Hughes, Ward 3 Councillor, Chris Fonseca & various mascots."
Development or disaster: Hurricane Hazel's stormy legacy by Jeff Lagerquist, BNN.ca staff. November 28, 2014. BNN Video, 10:36 min. "McCallion, 93, retires on Nov. 30, ending a career that likely shaped a region more profoundly than any municipal bureaucrat in Canadian history. More than 60 Fortune 500 companies call Mississauga their Canadian home ... 'Run the city like a business,' and 'development must pay its way.' These are the mantras that guided her visions for Mississauga's growth ... McCallion: 'Act like a lady, think like a man, work like a dog ... Be committed in whatever you do ...'" This weekend, mayor Hazel McCallion will say goodbye to Mississauga city hall after 36 years in office. Catherine Murray had a chance to sit down with McCallion to talk about her life.
Goodbye Hazel. Opinion, The Mississauga News, Editorial, 28 November 2014, p. 6. "Thank you Mayor, for a lifetime of exceptional public service."
'Hurricane Hazel' McCallion says goodbye by Terry Davidson, QMI Agency, Nov. 27, 2014. (Sorry, link no longer works). "MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - One of the longest mayoral reigns in Canadian history has come to an end. Hazel McCallion, the iconic mayor of Mississauga, Ont., took off the chain of office for the last time following her final city council meeting on Wednesday [November 26, 2014] ... 'No one person can take credit for what Mississauga has accomplished ... It is a team approach and it has been (that way) for years and years and years.'"
Goodbye Hazel from Mississauga News, Nov 27, 2014."The 'Miss' in Mississauga ended her historic 36-year run as our chief magistrate on Wednesday by handing over her chain of office. It was an emotion-charged event, and the only one who seemed cool and unfazed by it all was the 93-year-old urban icon ... McCallion loved to be mayor of Canada's sixth largest city because she was good at it. Her experience as a young girl doing the books for her dad's fishing business in the Gaspe, set her on a life course that was framed by incredible discipline, and the work ethic of a longshoreman. Her work life experiences with a major construction firm, made her the perfect person to help build Canada's sixth largest city."
 Goodbye, Hazel Photo by Craig Robertson, QMI Agency Craig Robertson, Photographer of the Year |
 Mayor Hazel Removes Chain of Office Photo by Rob Beintema, Mississauga News and J.P. Moczulski, The Globe and Mail |
Hazel McCallion removes Chain of Office as Bonnie Crombie watches (2 Cam split-screen). YouTube video, 2:47 min. Published on Nov 30, 2014 by MISSISSAUGAWATCH. "Split-screen of Mayor Hazel McCallion (Cam 1) removing her Chain of Office for the last time and formally handing it over to Crystal Greer, City Clerk. Cam 2 documents Mayor Elect Bonnie Crombie on November 26, 2014."
Hazel McCallion, 93, attends her last council meeting as mayor of Mississauga from The Globe and Mail. Published Wednesday, Nov. 26 2014, 9:22 PM EST. "Hazel McCallion, 93, removes her chain of office for the last time at the end of her last city council meeting as mayor of Mississauga. Ms. McCallion is the longest serving mayor - 36 years - in the city's history."
Hazel McCallion, in her own words, on her last day as Mississauga mayor after almost four decades. Special to National Post, November 26, 2014 7:48 PM ET. 'When you think of 38 years chairing a council meeting, I don't think I missed too many over the 38 years [and when I did miss any] I was always out of town, I'm sure. Fortunately illness was not something that I experienced much during my term.' ~ Mayor Hazel McCallion. Article includes photos by Peter J. Thompson, National Post: "Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion embraces Ward 7 Councillor Nando Iaanicca, on her last day at council after being Mayor since 1978" and "Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion, 93 years old, laughs with supporters on her last day at council after being Mayor since 1978".
Hazel McCallion honoured at emotional final Mississauga council meeting: 93-year-old 'Hurricane Hazel' spent 36 years in office from CBC News, Posted: Nov 26, 2014 9:14 AM ET. Includes a short video: "Cows and horses", 0:52 min. "After 36 years at the helm, 93-year-old Hazel McCallion was given an official tribute by city manager Janice Baker and unofficial tributes from other prominent community members for her service ...
'When I sat down in the mayor's chair for the first time, there were cows and horses grazing where our city core is today,' she said. Under McCallion's leadership, Mississauga's population more than doubled, making it the sixth-largest city in Canada. Over her tenure as mayor, she was approached numerous times to run provincially and federally. But McCallion said she never seriously considered leaving city politics.
'I've never regretted staying at the local level. You can accomplish more, you can be independent. Look at the city we've built.' The mayor's last day in office, officially, is Nov. 30, and McCallion has no plans to rest on her laurels until then. 'I started to work the first day I was elected and I'm going to work to the last day I'm elected,' she said. After her tenure as mayor ends, McCallion will work with the Ontario Women's Hockey Association ..."
Hurricane Hazel: A Life With Purpose by Hazel McCallion: Review by Marcia Kaye, Special to the Star. Book Review from TheStar.com, Nov 20 2014. "McCallion's autobiography is just as feisty, plain-spoken and straight-shooting as the woman herself. She explains upfront, 'I want people to read about my accomplishments - and my failures - so that they see that women can be leaders or hockey players; that seniors need not be put out to pasture simply because of their age; and that hard work truly does pay off.'"
Mayor has health award named in her honour by Chris Clay, Mississauga News, 20 Nov. 2014, p. 12. "As a way to say thanks for Hazel McCallion's years of service as mayor and her ongoing support for Mississauga's hospitals, a new award has been established in her honour.
Trillium Health Partners, with support from the Trillium Health Partners Foundation, has created the Hazel McCallion Award in Quality of Care, unveiled during a special ceremony on Remembrance Day (Nov. 11, 2014) at Credit Valley Hospital."
Steelheads honour Mayor McCallion with home victory. "Tonight, the Steelheads hosted not only the Sudbury Wolves, but a very special guest in Mississauga, Mayor Hazel McCallion. Mississauga paid tribute to the City's longest-tenured mayor with a pre-game ceremony and puck drop." Photo source: Mississauga Steelheads.com, November 14, 2014.
Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion remains a whirlwind to the end by Sue-Ann Levy, Toronto Sun, Nov 8 2014. "She shows me her schedule - printed in regular type on yellow paper and which she reads without glasses - from a recent Saturday in September. It contained nine events and at least four drop-ins in the evening, all at which she missed dinner - leaving her to partake of a cheese and onion sandwich when she got home. 'I'm mayor until Nov. 30 ... I will not lessen up my time or my effort to get unfinished business finished if I can and to brief the new mayor on the status of the items I've been dealing with,' she says. I'm weary just thinking about her schedule, especially when she tells me that except for mowing her lawn, she does all her own housework, cooking and gardening."
Construction begins on the Sheridan College Hazel McCallion Campus expansion project. YouTube video, 5:03 min. Published on Oct 29, 2014 by CNW. "At a groundbreaking ceremony held today, the Honourable Reza Moridi, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities, joined Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion, Sheridan College President and CEO Dr. Jeff Zabudsky and other college officials and business leaders to celebrate the start of construction of the Sheridan College Hazel McCallion Campus (HMC) expansion project."
Discover Author: Hazel McCallion - Biography from HarperCollins Canada.
Hazel McCallion: The Hurricane that Changed Mississauga. YouTube video, 19:31 min. The Agenda with Steve Paikin. Published on Oct 28, 2014. "In her 36 years as mayor of Mississauga, Hazel McCallion has watched the city grow from almost quarter of a million people in 1976 to roughly three times that number today. The day after the municipal election, we'll ask the outgoing mayor about her life in politics and the lessons she's learned along the way."
Hurricane Hazel retires as mayor of Mississauga at 93, but says she won't slow down by Anna Maria Tremonti, CBC Radio: The Current, Tuesday, October 28, 2014. Tremonti's webpages include numerous photos. "Hold on to your hats, because Hurricane Hazel is blowing in. Hazel McCallion, the outgoing 93 year old mayor of Mississauga, Ontario joins us to talk about what she did to persist as mayor of Mississauga for so long and reflect on the evolution of women in politics.
'Act like a lady... think like a man (which I've never figured out) and work like a dog. Any woman to succeed has to work very hard to attain success.' ~ Hazel McCallion, Mayor of Mississauga.
See also: In the words of Hurricane Hazel: 5 memorable quotes from Hazel McCallion. One of the five Hazel McCallion quotes cited by Anna Maria Trejonti is: "I learned to do with little. And that's why today, I only spend the taxpayers' money like I spend my own, which is seldom. The people of Mississauga love that."
Bonnie Crombie becomes Mississauga's first new mayor since 1978 ... by Tristin Hopper, National Post, October 27, 2014, 11:03 pm ET. "For 36 years, the people of Mississauga re-elected Hazel McCallion. They elected her despite Ms. McCallion's staunch refusal to campaign, they elected her as the population tripled and they even elected her despite recent conflict of interest allegations. And they did not just elect her, they adored her: In 2011, as Montreal and Toronto began to turn dramatically against their own chief executives, a poll found Hazel McCallion to be the most popular mayor in Canada.
And now, with Mayor McCallion finally retired at the age of 93, the people of Mississauga have elected her chosen successor. Bonnie Crombie was 18 when her predecessor was elected mayor of the 260,000 people in the rural suburb of Mississauga. Now, the former Liberal MP and Mississauga city councilor is taking control of a budding metropolis of nearly 800,000."
Bonnie Crombie elected new mayor of Mississauga by Dakshana Bascaramurty and Josh O'Kane, Mississauga - The Globe and Mail. Published Monday, Oct. 27 2014, 11:00 pm EDT. "After securing the support of long-time mayor and political legend Hazel McCallion - the most valuable endorsement in town - Bonnie Crombie rose to victory in Mississauga on Monday night, becoming the city's next mayor. The former Liberal MP and Ward 5 councillor won with an overwhelming 64 per cent of the votes ..."
Bonnie Crombie wins Mississauga mayoral election by Nicholas Keung, Immigration reporter, Toronto Star, Published on Mon Oct 27 2014. "As Hazel McCallion departs, Bonnie Crombie is elected mayor of Mississauga. [Photo by Bernard Weil, Toronto Star] Outgoing Mayor Hazel McCallion came to congratulate Bonnie Crombie on her win at the Pope John Paul II Polish Cultural Centre."
McCallion memoir mirrors Mississauga's first 40 years by Joseph Chin, Mississauga News, Oct. 27, 2014. Includes Torstar photo of Hazel and Sam, "Mississauga's longtime mayor Hazel McCallion, here with late husband Sam, has penned her memoirs."
Mississauga's 93-year-old 'Hurricane' Hazel readies her exit from Canada.com / o.canada.com. Published 27 Oct. 2014. Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion seen on Wednesday March 5, 2014. The 12-term mayor is retiring this year at age 93. Photo by Peter J. Thompson/National Post. "After almost four decades Mississauga, Toronto's upstart neighbour, is emerging from under the eye of "Hurricane Hazel." Mayor Hazel McCallion, 93, stepping back from politics after 12 terms in office, earned that moniker by overseeing the city's transformation into one of Canada's largest municipalities ..."
The city that nearly never was by John Stewart, Mississauga News, Oct. 27, 2014. "In September 1972, the county voted 12-10 for 'Plan C' that would see Peel's existing 10 municipalities consolidated into just three: Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon ...
While the 'little town of Streetsville,' as its inhabitants insisted on calling it, was gone, it left behind a couple of important legacies. One was the Streetsville Founders' Bread and Honey Festival, which was held for the first time in 1973 as a final fling for independence and has now become an integral part of Mississauga's annual schedule of celebrations. The other was Hazel McCallion ...
To no one's surprise, the new ward 9 councillor, elected in October 1973, was the former mayor of Streetsville. Five years later, she would become mayor of the City she fought so valiantly to keep from coming into existence. And she remains the burr under the saddle of regional government to this day.
McCallion lost the fight for survival of Streetsville but in the process she showed the citizens of the 'victor' municipality that they could find no better champion for the collective communal values they embraced. Who says history doesn't have a sense of humour?"
Mayor Hazel McCallion Preaching from Church Pulpit - Vote B.C.. YouTube video, 17:19 min. "On Oct. 26, 2014, The Lakeview Baptist/Community Church had its 75th Anniversary. Hazel McCallion, soon to be Ex-Mayor of Mississauga, came to speak, present the 75th certification (she has also done the 65th & the 70th) ... This recording is of Hazel's speech from the pulpit - it is pure Hazel and oh yes, Vote for Bonnie Crombie."
Exclusive excerpt: How sexism helped turn tide for Hazel McCallion by Hazel McCallion, Toronto Star - News, Insight, Oct. 24, 2014. Excerpted from Hurricane Hazel: A Life With Purpose © 2014 by Hazel McCallion and Robert Brehl. Published by HarperCollins Canada. All rights reserved.
From farmland to metropolis: How 'Hurricane Hazel' made her mark as Mississauga mayor by W5, CTV, available on CTVNews.ca., 24 Oct. 2014.
"... Hazel Mary Muriel Journeaux was born on Valentine's Day, 1921, in Port Daniel on Quebec's Gaspé coast. There was little money in the family of five children.
She left home as a teenager to attend high school, and then business school in Montreal. While there, she found an unusual, in fact for the time, almost unheard of way to earn some money.
There was a three team professional women's hockey league in Quebec at the time, sponsored by the soft drink company, Quick Cola. McCallion grew up playing the sport back on the Gaspe coast.
She was, in her own words, small but very fast. She tried out for one of the teams, and made it. Five bucks a game. Not bad money in war time Quebec ..."
John Tory gets a major endorsement from Hazel McCallion by David Shum, Global News, 24 Oct. 2014. See also Mississauga's McCallion backs John Tory as Toronto election nears by Ann Hui, Globe and Mail, Oct. 24 2014.
Residents fawn over Hazel at farewell celebration by Jason Spencer, Mississauga News, 20 Oct. 2014. "The Queen of Mississauga had the opportunity to say goodbye to her loyal subjects Sunday (Oct. 19) at the Living Arts Centre for the Salute to Hazel: A Community Tribute event."
Flash Mob Farewell for 93 year old Mayor Hazel McCallion. YouTube video, 4:06 min. Published on Oct 22, 2014 by Erin Mills Town Centre. Flash Mob Farewell for 93 year old Mayor Hazel McCallion at Erin Mills Town Centre.
Don't Cry For Me Mississauga (Special Tribute to Hazel McCallion) - Elise Mariah. YouTube video, 5:41 min.
Celebrating 40 years of Mississauga. As the city marks its 40th birthday, Mississauga News takes a look at its past, present and future.
Salute to Hazel: A Community Tribute. Free Public Event to Thank Mayor McCallion at Living Arts Centre.
Salute to Hazel: A Community Tribute. Photography by Mike Douglas. (Sorry, link no longer works). Sunday, October 19, 2014 "... the Living Arts Centre hosted Salute to Hazel: A Community Tribute as a last 'hurrah' for Hurricane Hazel. The day featured tributes from different organizations, a meet and greet with residents in attendance and a beautiful tribute concert by the Mississauga Symphony Youth Orchestra with the Scottish Regiment Band as the opening act. Editor Mike Douglas attended the event which saw an afternoon of heartfelt testimonials, thanking Mayor McCallion for her wonderful 36 years of service to the City of Mississauga. The event was hosted by Master of Ceremonies Jake Dheer, Rogers TV Regional Director."
 Thank You Hazel Poster before signatures |  Poster after signatures with Virginia & Peter Lawrence |
The Toronto Scottish Regiment (Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother's Own).
YouTube video, 1:45 min.Published on Nov 5, 2014. Performance by the Toronto Scottish Regiment (Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother's Own) at Salute to Hazel 1978-2014: A community Tribute, Hammerson Hall, Living Arts Centre, Sunday, October 19, 2014.
Unforgettable - Surprise Dedication to Mayor Hazel McCallion by Elise Mariah.
YouTube video, 2:07 min. Published on Nov 5, 2014. Salute to Hazel - A Community Tribute at Living Arts Centre to thank Mayor Hazel McCallion, City of Mississauga Mayor for her 36 years of service, from 1978 to 2014. Mississauga resident Elise Mariah has won several awards including the audience favorite at "Singfest" in Mississauga Celebration Square. She has also been chosen for Talent Nation, a showcase featuring Toronto's top emerging artists. Elise Mariah's true love is music, playing the piano, singing, writing, composing and recording.
Culture Philippines of Ontario performs at Salute to Hazel event, Living Arts Centre.
YouTube video, 3:14 min. Published on Nov 6, 2014. Salute to Hazel: A Community Tribute to thank Hazel McCallion for her 36 years of service (1987-2014) as Mayor of Mississauga. Event held at the Living Arts Centre, Hammerson Hall, October 19, 2014.
Mississauga Minor Hockey Tribute to Hazel McCallion, Mississauga's Mayor for 36 Years, 1978-2014 in PDF, 124 pages, includes numerous photos provided by Friends of Minor Hockey in Mississauga.
Hurricane Hazel - 60 Years Later (October 1954 - October 2014) produced by Toronto and Region Conservatiion and ThinData, with funding from Conservation Ontario. Preview film: Hazel's Legacy: A Hurricane That Changed Our Landscape Forever. "On October 15 and 16, 1954, Hurricane Hazel struck the Toronto area with a devastating reminder of the power of nature. By the storm's end, more than 285 millimetres (11 inches) of rain fell on the already sodden ground, causing some of the most severe flooding in Canada's history. In its aftermath, 81 people died and over 4,000 families were left homeless in Ontario. The total cost of the destruction in Canada was estimated at $100 million, the equivalent of about one billion dollars today." Due to its destruction, the name "Hazel" as a hurricane has been retired. See: List of retired Atlantic hurricane names from Wikipedia.
Hazel McCallion: this hurricane isn't about to slow down. What it was like to rise to the top in a man's world, and other candid comments from Mississauga's longtime mayor. Article by San Grewal, Urban Affairs Reporter. Published on Oct 13 2014. "A few weeks before she officially steps down after 36 years on the job, Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion sat down with the Star to talk about the city she's built, working in a man's world, what she wishes she'd done differently - and what the future holds for this 93-year-old."
Chatting with Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion before her retirement. What it was like to rise to the top in a man's world, and other candid comments from Mississauga's longtime mayor. Article by Staff, Torstar News Service. Published on Oct 13 2014 by MetroNews.
Hazel McCallion talks about Bonnie Crombie's Platform. YouTube video, 0.52 min. Published on 12 Oct 2014. "I say to you, look at the programs ... of the chief candidates that are running, and I have every confidence that when you review it, you will vote for Bonnie Crombie. As I say I think you know me well - I say it the way it is. Not politically. I'm saying it because of my experience working with her. I leave it up to you. I say to the young people: Bonnie is young and ambitious and she works hard and she's got some new ideas and I hope these new ideas will come forward..."
How immigration has helped to shape today's Mississauga by David Paterson, Mississauga News, Oct. 10, 2014. Special series: Celebrating 40 years of Mississauga. "In August last year [2013], Hazel McCallion walked onto the stage at Celebration Square to open the first ItalFest. Before a crowd clad in Azzurri blue and holding flags of green, white and red, the mayor paid tribute to the Italian community. They had 'built this city,' she said. McCallion was referring to the prominent role played by Italian immigrants in the Toronto-area construction industry, where they accounted for as many as one-in-three workers in the 1960s ...
But Italians were just one of countless groups who came to Canada and settled in Mississauga. Though the city's official crest still references the British, the Mississaugas of the New Credit and farming, decades of immigration have pushed Mississauga far from these roots to become an urban core where more than 40 languages are spoken daily."
Mississauga turns over a new leaf with new logo by Joseph Chin, Mississauga News, Oct. 10, 2014. Special series: Celebrating 40 years of Mississauga. "David Ferreira, Mississauga's brand manager: 'Cities are constantly growing and changing. It's important to periodically review, validate and if necessary update a city's brand and visual identity to ensure that we are accurately communicating and promoting the city's story ... Today, we have a new Mississauga logo that communicates our compelling story of being a young, modern, open and vibrant city on the cusp of something big.' The new, more abstract logo, which incorporates an M and sharp angles suggesting dynamism, was designed by city staff. The logo was approved by council in March [2014]."
Hazel McCallion: Mansbridge One on One. CBC video, 22:34 min. October 5, 2014, Season 16, Episode 5. "She's spent five decades in municipal politics, 36 as the Mayor of Mississauga. Hazel McCallion sits down with Peter Mansbridge to discuss her storied career and her future endeavours as she prepares to step down later this month."