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Mississauga is a major city in the province of Ontario, Canada, located immediately west of Toronto along the shores of Lake Ontario. With a population of 717,961 inhabitants, it is Canada’s seventh-largest city and forms an integral part of the Greater Toronto Area. Originally inhabited by Indigenous peoples, the area later developed as a collection of rural townships before undergoing rapid suburban and urban growth after World War II. Mississauga was officially incorporated as a city in 1974.
Today, Mississauga is an important economic and cultural center, hosting the headquarters of numerous multinational companies and benefiting from its proximity to Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada’s busiest airport. The city is known for its modern skyline, notably the Absolute World skyscrapers, often referred to as the “Marilyn Monroe Towers,” which have become architectural landmarks. Cultural institutions such as the Art Gallery of Mississauga contribute to the city’s vibrant arts scene, while historic sites like the Adamson Estate reflect its earlier heritage.
Notable people born in Mississauga include singer Alessia Cara and tennis champion Bianca Andreescu, highlighting the city’s contribution to contemporary music and international sports.
Mississauga in Canada
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Mississauga Population Evolution
Population Summary
| Year | Population | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 172,352 | |
| 1986 | 374,005 | +117.0% |
| 1996 | 544,382 | +45.6% |
| 2011 | 713,443 | +31.1% |
| 2021 | 717,961 | +0.6% |
Interactive Map of Mississauga
What to see in Mississauga
Absolute World
skyscraperArt Gallery
museumAdamson Estate
houseFamous People Born in Mississauga
Shay Mitchell
actorAlessia Cara
actorKathryn Newton
actorBianca Andreescu
tennis playerSister Cities of Mississauga
Sister cities, also known as twin cities, are formal partnerships between cities in different countries to promote cultural and commercial ties.
This list is based on publicly available structured data and may differ slightly from official municipal publications.
| City | Country | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Kariya | 🇯🇵 Japan | 153,178 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mississauga
Where is Mississauga?
Mississauga is a city located in southern Ontario, Canada, along the western shore of Lake Ontario, immediately west of the city of Toronto. It forms part of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and is one of Canada’s largest suburban cities.
Mississauga lies approximately 25 kilometers (about 15 miles) west of downtown Toronto, making it closely connected to the country’s main economic hub by highways, commuter rail, and public transit. The city is also home to Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada’s busiest airport, which further reinforces its strategic location within the region.
When was Mississauga founded?
What Is the Population of Mississauga in 2026?
The population of Mississauga in 2026 is estimated to 714,320 inhabitants. This estimate is taken from our extrapolation of available data and not an official estimate.