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Our Smart City projects improve services, foster open government, make data more accessible and enable research-based decisions.

Mississauga is a Smart City

Mississauga is committed to engaging the community, citizens and industry leaders in our Smart City journey.

A Smart City is a municipality that uses data and communication technologies to create sustainable economic development, increase operational efficiency, improve the quality of government services and make improvements to community life.

To learn more about the City of Mississauga and our vision for the future watch the City brand video.

The City of Mississauga has been recognized for its advancements in Smart City initiatives including free public Wi-Fi, open data, hackathons, fibre network, Advance Traffic Management, LED Lighting, mobility, online services, mobile apps and social media. In addition, Mississauga has connected City Services such as building automation, snow ploughs, the works fleet, transit and fire.

Here’s how we’ve been using smart technologies to build a 21st century city:

Creating a Connected City

Mississauga is home to the largest municipally owned fibre optic network in Canada. Over 800 kilometres of fibre connect over 290+ sites across the city.
Fostering Digital Inclusion

Free wireless internet access in community facilitates and public spaces, with more locations under review.
Supporting Innovation & Ideation

The City of Mississauga currently has over 100 data sets available on our Open Data Catalogue.

A Virtual City Campus

Mississauga is the first Canadian city to make eduroam available to its student population, creating a virtual campus using the City’s free public Wi-Fi network.
Engaging Youth and Tech Community

The City is dedicated to helping to engaging youth and building a strong tech community by supporting events like Tech and the City.
Mobile and Digital Transformation

The City prides itself on our online service delivery such as tax self-service, license renewals and recreation program registration.

“Mississauga will continue to invest in innovation and new ways to use data and technology as we build a modern and progressive city for the 21st century. We will continue to build a smart city of vibrant communities where everyone has equal opportunity and feels empowered; a place where people can connect, adapt and succeed.”

Bonnie Crombie, Mayor, City of Mississauga

“We want to continue to look for opportunities to positively improve the quality of life for residents. By investing in new and emerging technologies, we can create a city that is more inclusive and focuses on achieving outcomes that align with our existing master plans and Strategic Plan.”

Janice Baker, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer, City of Mississauga

“Through public engagement sessions, feedback received online and consultation with community partners, we’ve identified a need to support youth, newcomers and those at risk in our community within the submission. Our plan fosters economic and social resilience by providing equitable access to technology.”

Shawn Slack, Director of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

We want your feedback and Smart City ideas!

We are seeking input on our proposed Smart City Master Plan. Join us at our community engagement events in March and April or join the conversation online.

Online Engagement

March 2 – April 22, 2019
What do you think about our proposed Smart City Master Plan? Please let us know your thoughts!

HAVE YOUR SAY

Community Engagement Events

March 26, 2019
This is an industry engagement event to to get input on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at Civic Centre, 12 Floor, 300 City Centre Drive from 1 – 3 p.m.

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March 28, 2019
Join us at our community engagement event to tell us your thoughts on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at Civic Centre, 12 Floor, 300 City Centre Drive from 5 – 8 p.m.

REGISTER

April 4, 2019
Join us at our community engagement event to tell us your thoughts on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at Glass Pavilion, Central Library 301 Burnhamthorpe Rd. West from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

REGISTER

April 22, 2019
Join us at our community engagement event to tell us your thoughts on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at the Great Hall, Civic Centre, 300 City Centre Drive from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

REGISTER

News & Publications

A Smart City for Everyone – Community Engagement in Mississauga

City of Mississauga: Transforming with the Internet of Everything

Shawn Slack Interview at Smart City InFocus 2015

Tech and the City 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Smart City?

The term “Smart City” was created to describe how cities around the world are using data, technology and innovation to transform and modernize their services. By working closely with community partners, businesses and industry, Smart Cities build vital connections to foster open government, make data more accessible, and enable research-based decisions.

Our Smart City projects improve services, foster open government, make data more accessible and enable research-based decisions.

Mississauga is a Smart City

Mississauga is committed to engaging the community, citizens and industry leaders in our Smart City journey.

A Smart City is a municipality that uses data and communication technologies to create sustainable economic development, increase operational efficiency, improve the quality of government services and make improvements to community life.

To learn more about the City of Mississauga and our vision for the future watch the City brand video.

Here’s how we’ve been using smart technologies to build a 21st century city:

Creating a Connected City

Mississauga is home to the largest municipally owned fibre optic network in Canada. Over 800 kilometres of fibre connect over 290+ sites across the city.

Fostering Digital Inclusion

Free wireless internet access in community facilitates and public spaces, with more locations under review.

Supporting Innovation & Ideation

The City of Mississauga currently has over 100 data sets available on our Open Data Catalogue.

A Virtual City Campus

Mississauga is the first Canadian city to make eduroam available to its student population, creating a virtual campus using the City’s free public Wi-Fi network.

Engaging Youth and Tech Community

The City is dedicated to helping to engaging youth and building a strong tech community by supporting events like Tech and the City.

Mobile and Digital Transformation

The City prides itself on our online service delivery such as tax self-service, license renewals and recreation program registration.

Bonnie Crombie, Mayor, City of Mississauga

“We want to continue to look for opportunities to positively improve the quality of life for residents. By investing in new and emerging technologies, we can create a city that is more inclusive and focuses on achieving outcomes that align with our existing master plans and Strategic Plan.”

Janice Baker, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer, City of Mississauga

Shawn Slack, Director of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

We want your feedback and Smart City ideas!

We are seeking input on our proposed Smart City Master Plan. Join us at our community engagement events in March and April or join the conversation online.

Online Engagement

March 2 – April 22, 2019 What do you think about our proposed Smart City Master Plan? Please let us know your thoughts!

Community Engagement Events

March 26, 2019 This is an industry engagement event to to get input on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at Civic Centre, 12 Floor, 300 City Centre Drive from 1 – 3 p.m.

March 28, 2019 Join us at our community engagement event to tell us your thoughts on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at Civic Centre, 12 Floor, 300 City Centre Drive from 5 – 8 p.m.

April 4, 2019 Join us at our community engagement event to tell us your thoughts on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at Glass Pavilion, Central Library 301 Burnhamthorpe Rd. West from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

April 22, 2019 Join us at our community engagement event to tell us your thoughts on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at the Great Hall, Civic Centre, 300 City Centre Drive from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

News & Publications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Smart City?

The overall goal of Smart Cities is to create more liveable, workable and sustainable communities.

Who do I contact if I have a question about Smart City?

You can contact our Smart City team by email at smartcity@mississauga.ca.

March 2 – April 22, 2019
What do you think about our proposed Smart City Master Plan? Please let us know your thoughts!

March 26, 2019
This is an industry engagement event to to get input on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at Civic Centre, 12 Floor, 300 City Centre Drive from 1 – 3 p.m.

March 28, 2019
Join us at our community engagement event to tell us your thoughts on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at Civic Centre, 12 Floor, 300 City Centre Drive from 5 – 8 p.m.

April 4, 2019
Join us at our community engagement event to tell us your thoughts on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at Glass Pavilion, Central Library 301 Burnhamthorpe Rd. West from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

April 22, 2019
Join us at our community engagement event to tell us your thoughts on the draft Smart City Master Plan. Please join us at the Great Hall, Civic Centre, 300 City Centre Drive from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.