Know a Community Hero?

Nominations are now open for the Safe City Hero Awards

Recognize someone who has made an extraordinary contribution to crime prevention in Mississauga. Nominate a neighbour, a young leader, or an organization making our city safer.

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Hero Awards · Nominations open

Not all heroes wear capes. Nominate yours.

Across Mississauga, ordinary people do extraordinary things to keep the rest of us safe. They’re neighbours, local organizations, and young change-makers. Know someone making a difference? Put their name forward for a Safe City Mississauga Hero Award.

Submit a nomination Winners celebrated at Harmony for Everyday Heroes · Sept 24, 2026
Safe City Mississauga Hero Awards recipients
What we celebrate

What makes an Everyday Hero?

Safe City Mississauga Hero Awards celebrate residents who have made extraordinary contributions to crime prevention in their community. Those contributions can include:

Community Service

Volunteering time, goods, and/or funding to prevent crime in Mississauga.

Education & Awareness

Sharing information that educates everyone on how to help prevent crime.

Youth Engagement

Demonstrating leadership in civic responsibility for a safe city.

Innovation

Implementing creative solutions or tools to address crime and safety issues in the community.

Advocacy

Promoting policies or initiatives that aim to improve public safety and reduce crime rates.

Courageous Acts

Taking decisive action in dangerous or challenging situations to prevent crime or protect others.

These awards recognize the individuals who go above and beyond to make their community a safer place for everyone.

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Submit your nomination

Tell us about the person, youth, or organization you want to recognize. It only takes a few minutes, and you can choose to remain anonymous.

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