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Michael A. Perretta Candidate for Ward 5 Councillor
Elect Michael A. Perretta • Ward 5 Councillor

Proven Leadership. Financial Integrity.
A Safer, Stronger Ward 5.

Bringing 50+ years of Mississauga residency, deep executive accounting expertise, and decades of community leadership to represent you at City Hall.

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50+ Yrs Mississauga Resident
35 Yrs University & College Professor
MBA, CPA CFP Designations
Michael A. Perretta

Michael A. Perretta

MBA, CPA, CFP

Local Business Owner & Educator

Family Man: 4 Children, 7 Grandchildren
Manages 3 Ward 5 Local Businesses
Former Resident Association President (3 yrs)

Candidate Overview

About Michael A. Perretta

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Michael A. Perretta - MBA, CPA, CFP

Dedicated Ward 5 Community Leader & Business Owner

Key Background

Residency: 50+ Years in Mississauga
Languages: English, Italian
Family: 4 Children, 7 Grandkids
Business: 3 Local Enterprises

Deep Roots in Mississauga & Decades of Financial Stewardship

As a resident of Mississauga for over half a century, Michael A. Perretta is deeply connected to the fabric of our city. Michael and his family have built their lives here: he is the proud father of 4 children and grandfather to 7 grandkids. Alongside 3 of his sons, he actively operates and manages three small businesses located right here in Ward 5.

Michael is stepping forward to apply his extensive governance expertise, high-level financial credentials, and practical project management background as Ward 5's City Councillor. He understands how municipal budgets work, how small businesses operate, and what families need to thrive.

Education & Designations
  • MBA: Laurentian University
  • B.Comm: U of Toronto & U of Windsor
  • BA Economics: University of Windsor
  • Designations: CPA (Life Member), CFP
Work Experience
  • Auditor with KPMG (Toronto)
  • Internal Auditor (Seaway Corp)
  • National Project Manager
  • Lecturer CPA Ontario (25 years)
Academic & Community Recognition
Business Professor (35 yrs Sheridan & UofW)
President of Resident Association (3 years)
CPA Life Member Honor
TRREB Life Member & Centurion Award

Actionable Plan for Ward 5

Goals & Commitments

Ward 5 is Canada's gateway to the world—a vibrant, multicultural hub with endless potential. Here is Michael's commitment to moving Ward 5 forward.

1. Housing Affordability

Addressing the housing crisis with practical municipal solutions to support families and young home buyers.

  • Increase supply of affordable housing units.
  • Promote balanced, mixed-income developments.
  • Support first-time homebuyer programs & builder alignment.

2. Community Safety & Anti-Auto Theft

Ensuring neighborhood peace of mind by combating property crime and auto theft head-on.

  • Advocate for enhanced police presence & foot patrols.
  • Target auto theft syndicates with municipal-police synergy.
  • Expand youth outreach & preventative community safety.

3. Expanded Youth & Senior Support

Fostering an inclusive community where our youth thrive and our seniors receive total respect.

  • Youth: Job training, recreational & educational hubs.
  • Seniors: Enhanced community centers & health access.
  • Tailored social initiatives for intergenerational unity.

4. Championing Ward 5 Businesses

As a local business owner, Michael understands what it takes to launch, grow, and sustain commercial vitality.

  • Advocate for small business grants & emergency aid funds.
  • Cut red tape & streamline commercial licensing/permitting.
  • Establish a dedicated Ward 5 Business Advisory Council.

5. Open, Accountable & Resident-First Representation

Michael believes City Hall decision-making must include residents at every step. If elected, Michael commits to continuous dialogue.

Monthly Town Halls: Open dialogue held in-person & virtually.
Advisory Boards: Resident-led committees for key Ward decisions.
Open Office Hours: Dedicated weekly time for constituent drop-ins.
Community Surveys: Regular digital feedback on major council votes.

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105-200 Matheson Blvd W
Mississauga, ON L5R 3L7

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