For years, the former Ontario Power Generation plant lands along Lake Ontario in Mississauga sat largely vacant and underutilized. Those iconic “Four Sisters” smokestacks served as an enduring reminder of the area’s industrial past. But as they were demolished in 2018, the stage was set for an exciting new future for this prime waterfront property.
The Lakeview Village Master Plan is an ambitious vision to transform these 177 acres into a vibrant new mixed-use community that will finally connect Mississauga’s residents with the beauty of Lake Ontario after decades of blocked access. Led by development partners Lakeview Community Partners Limited (LCPL), the plan represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to reimagine the city’s entire waterfront experience.
At the Heart of It All: Lakeview Square
A key centerpiece of the master plan is Lakeview Square. It is envisioned as a lively central gathering place that serves as the cultural, retail, and recreational hub for the entire community. Situated at the foot of Hydro Road and the head of the piers, this thoughtfully designed public square will be surrounded by a mixture of residential units, hotel accommodations, office spaces for an “Innovation Corridor”, and cultural amenities.
- Vibrant community gathering space and events venue for Mississauga residents and visitors
- A year-round calendar of pop-ups, public art, live music, markets, festivals, and more
- Anchored by an arts and culture center for workshops, fairs, visioning exhibits
- Streetscape atmosphere with local shops, dining, small businesses, and outdoor patios
- Prime waterfront location at the foot of Hydro Road and connection to lakefront trails
- Designed to cultivate a distinctive sense of place on Mississauga’s revitalized shoreline
- Envisioned as the thrumming social heart and basecamp for embracing waterfront living
Careful planning has gone into ensuring Lakeview Square evolves into a true anchor and energetic core for both the village itself and the greater Mississauga waterfront. Its prime location and seamless connectivity to road networks. The waterfront trails will establish it as a new regional destination for outdoor events, arts, entertainment, and celebrations for all to enjoy.
Connecting People to Their Waterfront
From the very beginning, a driving principle behind the Lakeview Village plan has been to finally provide people across Mississauga and beyond with meaningful access to the city’s 22-kilometer underutilized Lake Ontario shoreline. For too long, the vast potential of this natural asset remained cut off and excluded from public use and enjoyment.
With revitalized public spaces, parks, trails, and beachfront integrated throughout, Lakeview Village will reverse that narrative while prioritizing ecological conservation efforts as part of a broader aim to transform the entire waterfront into a unified cohesive experience.
Housing Choices for More People
In addition to its commercial, cultural, and recreational amenities, Lakeview Village will introduce a variety of new housing options for current and prospective Mississauga residents – primarily through mid-rise developments. Estimates suggest the new community could provide homes for thousands of people seeking that coveted waterfront lifestyle.
Residential components are carefully interwoven throughout pockets of the master plan, integrating seamlessly with the site’s other mixed uses. Additionally, the influx of new housing stock creates opportunities for more affordable housing choices – helping Mississauga meet the ever-growing demand as the city’s population continues surging.
Interconnected Green Spaces
Lakeview Village’s location is uniquely advantageous in that it is adjacent to the area’s broader existing network of parks and greenways both along the waterfront and moving inland. To the east, the site connects flawlessly with Lakefront Promenade Park, Douglas Kennedy Park, and A.E. Crookes Park, while interfacing on its western edge with the new Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area.
Within the village itself, the planned 3.5-hectare Ogden Green will serve as the central public park. It has connectivity extending northward to link Lakeview to future potential greenways following the Hydro corridor. Preserving ample public green space and trail networks is crucial for promoting outdoor recreation, active transportation, and environmental sustainability.
A New Waterfront Location for Vibrant Lifestyle
Beyond the vibrancy and amenities within Lakeview Village itself, the location is remarkably accessible and well-connected from a transportation standpoint. It is located southeast of Port Credit, the site borders Lakeshore Road East as its northern edge. It provides easy access to both major highways the QEW and Highway 427.
Existing public transit options are already robust, including the nearby Long Branch and Port Credit GO Stations offering rail service across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas. Local bus service is available through MiWay (Mississauga Transit) and the TTC as well.
With a detailed master plan now firmly in place, Lakeview Village is poised to comprehensively reshape how residents across Mississauga interact and embrace Lake Ontario for generations to come. Sustainability, connectivity, and revitalization are the driving forces behind this transformative waterfront development – crafting a new jewel of a neighborhood and public gathering space right at the water’s edge.
The coming years will undoubtedly be exciting ones as this long-awaited vision starts turning into reality along Mississauga’s newly activated and accessible shoreline.
Be Part of the Vision
Lakeview Village is truly a monumental undertaking. The master plan is the vision. But bringing it to life in an authentic way and it depends on the participation of residents and stakeholders across the city. Do you have plans to become a resident here or make investments for long-term profits? Don’t miss your chance to be part of this historic transformation. Contact us now for more details.
