SCOOP: Bonnie Crombie’s next act

THE LEDE

SCOOP — Bonnie Crombie is running for Mississauga mayor.

Publicly, Crombie is playing it cool. “I care deeply about Mississauga and the people of Mississauga,” she said in a statement. “The residents deserve strong, experienced and accountable leadership. I’m listening closely to people and will have more to say soon.”

But sources say Mississauga’s ex-mayor, who has already collected the required signatures, is expected to register as early as next week. Crombie has spent the last few weeks meeting with organizers and donors — some of whom she has privately signalled her intention to run — while maintaining a visible presence at local events.