The City of Mississauga will take over full operation of the Living Arts Centre, effective Dec. 31.

City council passed a motion on Wednesday, July 3, to terminate its master relationship agreement with the Living Arts Centre. The City will assume responsibility for all operations and management of the city-owned facility, which has been operating independently, but with close ties to the city since 1997.

"It’s important the City of Mississauga has the ability to strategically leverage City assets, including the Living Arts Centre, so that we can take our creative industries to the next level and grow it in a way that drives investment, creates jobs and ultimately puts Mississauga on the map as a ‘Music City,’ " said Mayor Bonnie Crombie.

"On behalf of Council, I do want to thank the exceptional volunteer board members who have dedicated countless hours to the Living Arts Centre over the past 20 years; and I look forward to working with the current board during this transition.”