GTA Construction News staff writer
Mississauga city council has approved a new plan to redevelop about 12 acres of city-owned land next to city hall, aiming to create a livelier downtown area that attracts residents, businesses and visitors.
The proposal includes a conference centre, hotel and a large music facility with a performance space, recording studios and a music school. It also includes new office space, rental housing and street-level shops along a redesigned, more walkable Princess Royal Drive.
“The vision for this redevelopment marks a bold and exciting step forward for Mississauga’s downtown that will drive economic growth for our city as a whole,” said CAO Geoff Wright. “By revitalizing City-owned lands in a comprehensive way, we’re creating new opportunities for tourism, employment, housing and creative industry growth.
“This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity, and we look forward to working closely with our residents, businesses and partners to bring this transformative vision to life.”
Public input will continue as the plan develops. Staff are expected to provide an update in June 2026.
The plan calls for new public spaces, including a “Sky Park,” to better connect different parts of the downtown. City officials say the project is part of a broader effort to turn the downtown into a more urban, pedestrian-friendly area, supported by light-rail transit and focused on growing the local economy, tourism and the arts.
The site includes the Living Arts Centre and four nearby properties now used mostly for parking or open space. While the Living Arts Centre remains an important cultural venue, the city says it needs major upgrades to keep up with current demands.
The land sits between the civic centre area — including Sheridan College — and growing neighbourhoods near Square One Shopping Centre and Confederation Parkway. It also connects to nearby green spaces, including Zonta Meadows Park.
City staff said the plan is based on earlier studies and strategies related to tourism, music and economic growth.
