In loving memory of Hazel McCallion

Hazel McCallion’s memory will endure forever as the fierce pioneer who built Mississauga into the vibrant city it is today and helped advance health care for its people.

Hazel knew that a growing city requires excellent health care, and that philanthropy builds and supports hospitals. She was a tireless advocate, supporting the Mississauga Hospital, creating the Credit Valley Hospital to meet the growing needs of the city and fostering the amalgamation that led to Trillium Health Partners, today one of Canada’s leading community-based academic hospitals. As the Honorary Guardian of Trillium Health Partners, Hazel dedicated time to support the hard-working staff, professional staff, volunteers and learners at every opportunity.

Throughout retirement, Hazel continued to fundraise for the Hospital, an iconic and constant presence at galas and other events, where she was known to occasionally grace the dance floor. She also endorsed a book that celebrated her 100th birthday in 2021, Hazel McCallion: A Century of Accomplishment to raise funds, and lent her name and led participants at The Hazel McCallion Walk for Health in 2022, which raised over half a million dollars in its first year.

In lieu of flowers, Hazel asked that the community donate to Trillium Health Partners, the hospital she loved.

Please join us as we remember and celebrate Hazel McCallion for all she did for our city. Contribute in honour of her memory here.