Mississauga seeks input for a convention centre and hotel at the Living Arts Centre

The City of Mississauga is inviting Requests for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) to help redevelop the Living Arts Centre (LAC) into a multi-functional hub for the arts, culture, tourism, business and events. The City envisions transforming the lands surrounding the LAC into a modern and sustainable convention centre and hotel, designed to bring even more events for the arts, tourism and business sectors.

The proposed LAC transformation will help Mississauga further solidify its position as a top destination for business, tourism and culture. This development will help fill a gap in Mississauga’s downtown, offering a much-needed venue for world-class conferences and business opportunities, while providing a space for international, national, and local events, as well as cultural showcases.

Located in the heart of Mississauga’s downtown core and near Toronto Pearson International Airport, the LAC is a hub for visitors from all over the world with a rapidly growing population and a strong business community. The City requires modern, versatile spaces to accommodate the demand for local, national and international events. The LAC has long been recognized as a cultural landmark housing performance theatres, an exhibition gallery, eight professional art studios and sophisticated meeting facilities.

The request for expressions of interest is now open to organizations interested in partnering with the City to reimagine the LAC lands. This process will help the City identify the best potential uses for the site.

For more information on how to submit an expression of interest, please visit our website.

Background

• Mississauga is a leading business and tourism destination, home to more than 100,000 businesses, 1,400 multinational firms, and 77 U.S. Fortune 500 and 66 Global Fortune 500 companies. The City attracts millions of visitors annually with its world-class restaurants, events, parks and experiences. This includes the LAC, which plays a key role in Mississauga’s vibrant arts and tourism scenes.
• The City is also home to Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada’s largest airport, which serves more than 50 million passengers annually.
• Mississauga also boasts the second-largest economy in Ontario and a highly educated workforce, supported by two globally recognized post-secondary institutions located in the city and 32 additional institutions within a one-hour commute.
• Information gathered during the RFEI process will provide the City with options on how to use the LAC and the surrounding lands for a hotel and convention/conference centre to support the City’s growth.

Quotes

“Mississauga’s downtown is growing rapidly, and it’s crucial we keep building spaces that match our momentum. I want to hear from you—our residents—about what matters most as we reimagine the Living Arts Centre and the lands around it. This project is about creating a space that works for our community, supports local businesses and attracts the world to Mississauga. Together, we can build something that reflects our values and strengthens our city for generations to come.” – Mayor Carolyn Parrish

“This RFEI will address necessary changes to the Living Arts Centre lands that are important for making Mississauga an attractive destination for talent, business, tourism, and arts and culture. Adding a modern convention centre and hotel with versatile meeting space will enable Mississauga to host international and national conferences, help showcase our vibrant city to the world, and facilitate business opportunities and connections.” – Christina Kakaflikas, Director, Invest Mississauga

“The Living Arts Centre has been a big part of Mississauga’s arts and culture scene, and adding a hotel and convention centre is only going to make it even better. This redevelopment will not only help to attract top tier events and talent, but also will invite visitors from all over, giving people one more reason to come visit Mississauga. This is an exciting step for the city, as it continues to modernize and innovate as a world-class City. We are excited to support this project, and look forward to making Mississauga an even bigger destination for arts, entertainment and tourism!” –
Victoria Clarke, CEO, Visit Mississauga

Tags

• Arts and Culture
• Economic Development
• Planning and Building