Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
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Community Impact Reporter at Mississauga News, Brampton Guardian and Caledon Enterprise | “the function of freedom is to free someone else” — Toni Morrison | https://www.mississauga.com/users/profile/mzwandile-poncana/
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Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Aug 13
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Aug 13
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Aug 13
1 in 3 Peel tenants report cockroaches or bugs, ACORN survey finds
A new ACORN survey of 257 Peel Region tenants reveals widespread cockroach and bug infestations, unresolved maintenance issues, and rent hikes above provincial limits.
www.mississauga.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Aug 11
Brampton church, outreach hub serving vulnerable downtown clients disappointed not to hear from city over threatened lawsuit
The Brampton church and outreach hub that serve vulnerable downtown clients are disappointed not to hear from the city over a threatened lawsuit.
www.bramptonguardian.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Jul 30
Controversial 10-storey Mississauga condo proposal requires additional environmental impact study, say city planning staff
A 10-storey condo proposed at 900 Lakeshore Rd. West has sparked concern over zoning, environment, and traffic. Mississauga staff say more studies are needed.
www.mississauga.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Jul 28
Brampton threatens legal action against church and community outreach program
City cites public safety concerns at Grace United Church and Regeneration Outreach. Leaders say they weren’t warned and are already addressing issues.
www.bramptonguardian.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Jul 17
‘Very concerned’: Peel Region’s only supervised drug consumption site was forced to close in May, the promised HART Hub still isn’t open
Peel Region’s only supervised drug consumption site was forced by the province to close in May.
www.bramptonguardian.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Jul 15
United Way report lays bare anti-Black barriers facing African asylum seekers in Peel and other Greater Toronto communities
New United Way report shows anti-Black discrimination, shelter overcrowding and work-permit delays trap African asylum seekers in Peel’s housing crisis.
www.bramptonguardian.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Jun 11
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Jun 11
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Jun 11
‘This is all very scary’: Brampton residents raise alarm over incinerator expansion
Residents near Brampton’s incinerator say they were not properly informed about expansion plans and fear its impact on health and democracy.
www.bramptonguardian.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· May 13
Sharp rise in homelessness, disproportionate impact on Black African asylum claimants sparks concern in Peel
Peel’s point-in-time count shows asylum seekers make up 37 per cent of the region’s homeless. Of those, 81 per cent are Black African.
www.caledonenterprise.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Apr 30
‘Still a struggle’: Peel region’s trans community faces deep health care gaps
Advocates say trans and non-binary people in Peel face major barriers to health-care access, with few affirming services and long waits forcing many to leave the region.
www.mississauga.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Apr 23
‘I never thought I’d have to fight like this’: Peel’s international students say immigration system is broken as election looms
As federal immigration rules change, Peel’s international students call the system broken and demand better support ahead of the 2025 election.
www.bramptonguardian.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Mar 14
Brampton supervised drug consumption site closure ‘a step backwards’ in helping those living with addiction, say staff
Workers at Brampton’s supervised drug-use site say its closure will put lives at risk and force drug use into unsafe spaces.
www.bramptonguardian.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Feb 14
Toronto Metropolitan University medical school hosts panel discussion urging Peel board students to break down barriers in medicine
Black health-care workers spoke to Peel students about breaking barriers in medicine at a TMU and Peel school board panel discussion.
www.mississauga.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Feb 14
Mississauga town hall hears concerns over missing Black boys in the GTA
Community members gathered in Malton to discuss the number of missing Black boys in the GTA. Advocates are calling for action, police accountability, and greater media attention.
www.mississauga.com
Mzwandile Poncana
@mzwandilep.bsky.social
· Dec 18
Re/Max report says Mississauga home prices set to rise 6% in 2025. Some families are weighing tough choices
Mississauga home prices are projected to rise six per cent in 2025, leaving families grappling with affordability and tough housing decisions.
www.mississauga.com