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<\/p>\nThe newly-approved Official Plan sets the vision for the City to 2051.<\/p>\n
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The Government of Ontario has approved Mississauga\u2019s new Official Plan, a major milestone in shaping the City\u2019s future growth and development.<\/p>\n
On March 24, 2026, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing issued a Notice of Decision\u00a0to approve the plan. This means Mississauga Official Plan 2051 is now in effect, replacing the City\u2019s former Official Plan and amendments. All new development applications will now be required to be consistent with the new plan.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s in Mississauga Official Plan 2051?<\/p>\n
Mississauga\u2019s new Official Plan sets a vision for the future of our City. It helps guide growth in a way that supports vibrant neighbourhoods, strong communities and a high quality of life.<\/p>\n
The policies in the new plan aim to:<\/p>\n
Encourage more housing by allowing permissions for more than 370,000 new residential units city-wide by 2051, including more housing along transit corridors and gentle density in neighbourhoods.
\nCreate more mixed-use communities by connecting residents to the services and amenities they rely on most.
\nSupport job and economic growth by allowing for a broader range of uses in key employment areas, while protecting industrial uses from residential conversion.
\nEnhance transportation options by expanding infrastructure for walking, cycling and transit to reduce congestion and improve connectivity.
\nStrengthen environmental, cultural and heritage protections.<\/p>\n
The Official Plan also outlines where development should occur and how essential services, infrastructure and amenities will come together to support a complete and livable city.<\/p>\n
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From vision to action<\/p>\n
Under the Ontario Planning Act, the City is required to review and update its Official Plan every 10 years. The Official Plan review included extensive public engagement. City planners and staff heard from thousands of residents and businesses on key priorities, including housing, transit, job creation, heritage, diversity, infrastructure and environmental protection.<\/p>\n
The Official Plan was adopted by City Council on April 16, 2025. It was then submitted to the Province for approval as required by the Planning Act.<\/p>\n
The plan came into effect following the Province\u2019s Notice of Decision<\/a>; however, City staff are consolidating modifications issued by the Ministry as part of its approval. A final, consolidated version of the plan will be posted on the City\u2019s Official Plan<\/a> website in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n Mississauga\u2019s new Official Plan will guide planning decisions across the City. It will help ensure growth is thoughtful, coordinated and aligned with the needs of residents today and in the future.<\/p>\n Quotes<\/p>\n \u201cMississauga\u2019s new Official Plan maintains a thoughtful approach that will guide us into the future. The Province has endorsed our vision. This recognition marks an important milestone for us. I want to thank the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for confirming that our plan sets a clear framework to encourage growth, deliver more housing, support jobs and build livable communities now and into the future.\u201d \u2013 Mississauga Mayor, Carolyn Parrish<\/p>\n \u201cThis is a proud moment for Mississauga as our new Official Plan is approved and the review process comes to a close. I\u2019m confident that as development moves forward in line with this plan, it will help strengthen our economy, protect our environment and create a more complete, livable city for generations to come.\u201d \u2013 Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning and Building<\/p>\n
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