Hazel McCallion died

Hazel McCallion, the indomitable former mayor of Mississauga and grand dame of Canadian politics who was known to allies and enemies alike as “Hurricane ...

In his statement, Ford pointed to the many parts of Mississauga that bear her name. Through her leadership, the city was known for its strong economy, thriving multiculturalism, and excellent public services. McCallion ultimately decided to bow out of politics at age 93, leaving the mayor’s office 36 years after she was first elected. “She was the driving force behind my decision to put my name on the ballot to succeed her as Mayor of this great city. “I count myself incredibly lucky to have called Hazel my friend over these past many years.” She served in that position from 1970 to 1973. A decade later, in 1951, she would meet her husband, Sam McCallion, at an Anglican church in Toronto. A two-decade stint in the private sector followed. In her biography — Hurricane Hazel: A Life With Purpose — McCallion said she ate fish at least five times per week growing up. After the amalgamation of 1974, she sat on the new city council for four additional years. “My deepest condolences to the McCallion family.” The final details have not been announced.

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Because my motto when I ran as mayor of Streetsville and mayor of Mississauga, I always said planning and development for [the] people,” she said at the time. Three years later, the town amalgamated with the Town of Mississauga and the Town of Port Credit to form the City of Mississauga. I consider myself a builder who has been so fortunate to be at the helm as Mississauga transformed farmland and a collection of villages into Canada's sixth largest city." As for my careers and my decisions along the way, there is not much I would change," the former mayor wrote. In 1982, she was found guilty by an Ontario court for participating in a council vote on the development of land that she had an interest in. She remained mayor after the judge ruled McCallion made an error of judgment. Under her leadership, McCallion used lower taxes in Mississauga to attract businesses from Toronto to help the city grow. As I entered the world of politics, I was fortunate enough to learn from her wisdom and guidance, which she selflessly offered until the very end." McCallion's handling of the disaster, which resulted in no deaths, was praised. She would face the worst disaster in Mississauga's history a year later when a Canadian Pacific freight train containing hazardous chemicals derailed, caught fire and exploded. She served as the chairman of the Streetsville Planning Board before being elected as Streetsville's mayor in 1970. She led the transformation of Mississauga into one of Canada’s largest cities.

Today, I join Ontarians and Canadians in mourning the passing of Hazel McCallion, the former long-serving mayor of Mississauga.

“Hazel McCallion received many awards and honours for her accomplishments, including the Leadership in Public Service Award from the International Economic Development Council and the Key to the City of Mississauga. “Hazel McCallion led the transformation of Mississauga from a bedroom community to the sixth largest city in Canada under her guidance as mayor from 1978 to 2014. “‘I want to assure you that the people will come first during my term’ she told a cheering crowd when she won her first term as mayor almost 45 years ago.

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Hazel McCallion, small in stature but large in Canadian politics during her 12 terms as mayor of Mississauga, died Sunday.

[ a statement](https://twitter.com/fordnation/status/1619683958240985088?s=20&t=OBmeX2DDsvIQLkFReAYcCw). Nicknamed ‘Hurricane Hazel’ for her bold political style, she was unstoppable.” McCallion, along with Peel Regional Police, oversaw the evacuation of more than 200,000 residents, [CTV News](https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/former-mississauga-ont-mayor-hazel-mccallion-dies-at-101-1.6250943) reported. The train, carrying toxic chemicals, derailed in a heavily populated area, resulting in a large explosion. [CTV News](https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/former-mississauga-ont-mayor-hazel-mccallion-dies-at-101-1.6250943).

Late Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion is being remembered for the many ways she contributed to not only to the city she led for 36 years, but also the ...

public hospitals as private sector picks up slack](https://bc.ctvnews.ca/orthopaedic-surgeries-down-25-in-b-c-public-hospitals-as-private-sector-picks-up-slack-1.6251435) LaSalle Fire Service Chief Ed Thiessen said by the time crews arrived at 1077 Reaume Road the house was “fully involved” so they had to fight the fire from the outside. They donated their mother to this city for pretty well most of their life and now that is likely going to send a huge message of thank you to them.” Just before 8 a.m., dispatchers were alerted to a structure fire at Zucora Home on Clarke Road, north of Dundas Street. “I feel so fortunate to have known Hazel for decades and to have been able to call her a friend. You always knew where you stood with Hazel,” he said, offering condolences on behalf of the City of Toronto to McCallion’s family, friends, loved ones, colleagues, and the people of Mississauga. “To me, she was also a friend and a mentor. “Hurricane Hazel inspired countless women to speak out and have their voices heard, to take the leap into politics and demand a seat at the decision-making table,” she said. I wouldn’t be the leader I am today if it wasn’t for her support and sage advice.” “She inspired countless others, including myself, in her decades of tireless and selfless service. “‘I want to assure you that the people will come first during my term’ she told a cheering crowd when she won her first term as mayor almost 45 years ago. Nicknamed ‘Hurricane Hazel’ for her bold political style, she was unstoppable,” he said in a written statement.

Hazel McCallion, affectionately known as “Hurricane Hazel” for her tireless tenacity, has died at the age of 101, her family confirms.