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Renter's guide to Mississauga, ON

Sat on the shores of Lake Ontario, Mississauga is one of Toronto’s suburbs. Due to its proximity to Toronto, Mississauga has been growing rapidly and is now considered the 6^th most populous municipality in Canada. Despite its already large size, the city is still growing having nearly doubled its population over the last two decades.

The weather in Mississauga is considered moderate but slightly humid. In this city you’ll experience the full range of temperatures and individual season. In summer, you’ll see an average daily temperature of 80°F and temperatures well below freezing in winter – usually around 21°F. Compared to Ontario and the rest of Canada, snowfall is relatively low, which can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on your preferences.

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Things to do in Mississauga, ON

The city is full of attractions and points of interest so there’s no shortage of things to do in Mississauga.

If you enjoy spending a day out in the town, going to Heartland Town Centre is a fun thing to do with kids and family. As one of the largest malls in Canada, it spans 2,200,000 sq. ft. and with over 180 stores, you’ll find everything from clothing stores to restaurants to wholesale/discount stores, like Costco. The Toronto Premium Outlet and Square One are also great places to shop.

You’ll be happy to know that even though it doesn’t have as many restaurants as its sister city Toronto, Mississauga has a diverse and growing restaurant scene that deserves accolades in its own right. Rather than congregating in one area, great restaurants can be found all throughout Mississauga so be sure to explore.

For the more outdoor minded, there are plenty of hiking trails and parks in the city. On an average day, you can find impromptu yoga classes in parks and free concerts like Buskerfest. Jack Darling Park is a popular place for windsurfing or canoeing, relaxing on the beach, family picnics, or playing a pick-up game of tennis on public courts.

Mississauga, ON employment & economy

Mississauga is home to Canada's busiest airport, the Toronto Pearson International Airport, and many Canadian and multinational corporations call its thriving business district, home. Over 60 Fortune 500 companies have their global or Canadian headquarters in Mississauga with pharmaceuticals, finance, high tech, and heavy industry, like manufacturing and aerospace dominating the economic landscape.

With all this in mind, it's safe to say that job opportunities are a huge attraction for newcomers. The city has also managed to maintain a strong economy and infrastructure despite its rapid growth.

Education in Mississauga, ON

One of the great things about living in Mississauga is access to great schools. Top universities in Mississauga include the University of Toronto, Sheridan College and the Mississauga Academy of Medicine. The University of Waterloo is also fairly close by.

For primary and secondary school education, the Peel District School Board is responsible for the area’s public schools. Like in other Canadian cities, students are assigned to the public schools in their catchment area so parents should take that into consideration when choosing a place to live.

Top public schools in Mississauga include John Fraser Secondary School (known for its academics) in the Central Erin Mills neighbourhood and Glen Forest Secondary School in the Applewood neighbourhood. Cawthra Park Secondary School in Lakeview also deserves an honourable mention because of its regional arts program.

According to the Fraser Institute, the top private schools in Mississauga are Al-Risala Academy, Safa & Marwa Islamic School, St. Rose of Lima, and Khalsa School Malton.

For younger students, the top elementary school in Mississauga according to the Fraser Institute is Olive Grove School, teaching students from preschool to grade 10. The school is known for its Muslim religious education and extracurricular clubs.