Help Shape the Lakeview Innovation District in Mississauga
Official title: Lakeview Innovation District
Mississauga is planning a major innovation hub on the former Lakeview Generating Station site. The city wants your input on how to attract businesses and create up to 9,000 high-tech jobs. They're developing a Community Improvement Plan that could offer incentives to developers.
Why This Matters
Live in Mississauga or nearby? This could bring thousands of jobs in tech, life sciences, and clean energy to your area. Looking for work in innovation? This district aims to become a hub for research and entrepreneurship. Even if you don't work there, more local jobs means less commuting and a stronger local economy.
What Could Change
The city may offer tax breaks, grants, or other incentives to attract tech companies and research facilities. Over 1.5 million square feet of office and lab space could be built across 12-14 buildings. The Community Improvement Plan will set the rules for what kinds of businesses get support.
Key Issues
- What incentives should the city offer to attract innovation businesses?
- How can the district best support tech, life sciences, and clean energy sectors?
- What should the Community Improvement Plan include?
How to Participate
- Register for project updates to stay informed about consultation opportunities.
- Mail your comments to Melissa Slupik, City Planning Strategies, 7th FL - Planning and Building, City of Mississauga, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1.