Discover Mississauga: Top 11 Amazing Fun Facts You Never Knew About This Canadian Gem

1. Sister Cities: Mississauga and Kariya's Love Story

If Mississauga and Kariya were players in the "Sister Cities" edition of The Bachelor, they'd definitely be getting that final rose: Mississauga, Ontario and Kariya, Japan share a sister city partnership that has flourished since 1981, enriching both cities culturally and economically. With over 100 Japanese companies adding flavor to Mississauga's local economy, the city has transformed into Canada's top sushi roll for Japanese businesses. This blooming bond inspired a garden swap, resulting in the picturesque Kariya Park in Mississauga, and a mini Mississauga City Hall in Kariya's tribute park – proving you can have your cake and eat it too, even if it's a Japanese castella cake!
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2. Mother Nature's Coastal Amusement Park

Mississauga's waterfront isn't just a shore thing for nature lovers; it's a coastal amusement park that Mother Nature herself might've designed, complete with wet and wild attractions: Boasting 9.5 kilometers of shoreline, the area includes diverse landscapes such as meadows, forests, wetlands, and even bird-friendly islands, with upcoming beach, waterfront parkland, and town square additions on the horizon as part of the Imperial Oil Lands development.
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3. Mississauga: The Caesar Salad of Green Cities

If Mississauga were a salad, it’d be an overwhelmingly-green, gigantic Caesar with extra croutons and a side of fresh air: Boasting over 495 parks and woodlands spanning 3,096 hectares, it’s one of Canada's greenest cities, making it a sought-after haven for nature aficionados and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
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4. Terminal 1: Hide-and-Seek, Airport Edition

In a city where frequent fliers can play a "Terminal" game of hide and seek: Mississauga boasts Canada's largest airport terminal with Toronto Pearson International Airport's Terminal 1 sprawling across a massive 346,000sq m area.
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5. The "Name-Your-City" Ballot-Box Blockbuster

In a plot twist worthy of a ballot-box blockbuster, the folks of Toronto Township held their very own voting party in 1967 to name their newfound town: Mississauga emerged victorious, thanks mostly to its Ojibwa roots meaning 'river of many mouths' and a local paper sharing its name. Although not explicitly named after the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, their historical ties and ongoing friendship have the city of Mississauga raising its glass in gratitude.
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6. Dance of the Dizzying Skyscrapers

If you've got a twist for the dramatic and a hankering for some serious skyscraper competition, then do a Mississauga tango: Mississauga is home to the award-winning Absolute World Towers that sport a sultry 209-degree twist from their base to their top floor. Crowned Skyscraper of the Year in 2013, these curvaceous beauties outshone 300 other entries, and proudly bear the stamp of 6 MAD and Burka Architects, dizzily dancing away from traditional high-rise shapes in a whirlwind of architectural splendor.
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7. Multiculturalism's Global Jam Session

If multiculturalism had a party, Mississauga would be the DJ, spinning tracks from all corners of the world: Mississauga hosts the three-day Carassauga Festival of Cultures, celebrating the city's diverse inhabitants with 11 performance stages, $15 admission for ages 13 and up, free entry for kids 12 and under, and even streamed performances and a cooking event for those who want to continue the global jam session year-round.
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8. Basking in Mississauga's Sun-sational Bliss

Basking in sun-sational bliss: Mississauga soaks up a respectable 2170 hours of sunlight each year, with July outshining the rest at 295 hours and January hiding its light under a bushel, boasting a mere 78 sun-drenched hours. The city's sun-lit claim to fame may not outshine all of Canada, but locals and sun-seeking tourists have ample rays to bask in!
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9. Golf Lovers' Amusement Park

Swing by and putt a smile on your face in Mississauga, the amusement park for golf lovers where there's no such thing as a "rough day": The city is home to an astounding 100 golf courses within a 20-mile radius, nine of which are located within city limits, including four municipal courses, the historic Turnberry Golf Club, and the prestigious Granite Ridge Golf Club–ranked as the best course near Mississauga–just 2 miles from the city center.
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10. Square One: The All-in-One Community Corner

Presenting the "one-stop-shop" that put the "square" in Mississauga: Square One Shopping Centre is not only Canada's second largest retail haven, but also a community nexus, boasting a Peel Regional Police station, a main terminal for the MiWay bus network, residential condos, and no less than an entire 34,000 sq. ft. food district to satiate your cravings after a shopping spree.
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11. PawsWay: A Pet Utopia By The Harbourfront

Calling all furry friends and their trusty human sidekicks: Mississauga's PawsWay is your dream destination located by the harbourfront! This veritable pet utopia houses a cafe, a pet supply store, and even an agility center for our canine companions. But wait, there's more: PawsWay is also home to the Purina Animal Hall of Fame exhibit, showcasing heroic dogs and cats who have made significant differences in human lives, along with delightful play areas designed for both resident and shelter cats seeking their future forever homes. The cherry on top? Admission is absolutely free, making it a purr-fect day out for all pet enthusiasts.
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