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PRIORITIES FOR BUILDING A FUTURE-READY COMMUNITY

SUSTAINABILITY & RESILIENCE Develop infrastructure to combat climate change, reduce greenhouse gases, increase economic growth and support jobs. » Renewable energy via district energy systems and low-carbon technologies » Deliver innovation through a sustainable vacuum waste system

CONNECTIVITY Create a transit network that will connect communities, spur economic growth and promote sustainable transportation solutions. » Integrating bus route service with Lakeshore Connecting Communities Transportation Master Plan to bring people to and from Lakeview Village » Pedestrian-priority streets and a well-connected network of trails, bike paths and accessible sidewalks

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INNOVATION & ATTRACTING NEW BUSINESS Attract new businesses to the community that will support innovation, research and entrepreneurship. » The Innovation District will attract new innovative businesses to Mississauga » The campus will support scientific research into sustainable solutions to combat climate change and greenhouse gases

AFFORDABLE HOUSING Provide a diverse mix of residential units, including affordable housing, to support and encourage the growth of Mississauga. » Approx. 8,000 residential units: townhouses, mid-rise and taller buildings » Residential diversity will attract new institutional, educational, cultural, office and retail opportunities

SUPPORTING CULTURAL INDUSTRIES Strengthen and support both cultural and creative industries, while promoting the community’s diversity. » Central community gathering spaces will act as cultural hubs, showcasing local art, music and yearround multicultural programs » A flexible outdoor event space will provide a cultural meeting venue for the community to gather and enjoy

ATTRACTING TOURISM Attract Canadian and international tourists to create new jobs and unlock economic growth in Mississauga. » A former industrial pier that extends onto the lake draws year-round visitors with an unparalleled view of the Toronto skyline » Lakeview Village will deliver a four-season experience with programming and activities to attract tourism

LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY PARTNERS IS WORKING WITH ALL THREE LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT TO DELIVER THE COMMUNITY-LED VISION FOR LAKEVIEW VILLAGE.

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