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      History:

      Since time immemorial Port Credit’s location situated on the banks of the Credit River at the mouth of Lake Ontario have made it an ideal place for settlement. The Mississauga First Nations were the first to settle here. By 1720 the French had established a trading post in this spot. The Port Credit Harbour Company founded in 1834 turned Port Credit into a busy port and shipping centre which thrived up until the early 1900s. Port Credit earned town status in 1961 and later amalgamated with the City of Mississauga in 1974. The present day lighthouse in Marina Park was built in 1991 and pays homage to an earlier lighthouses that once shone brightly on this former fishing and shipping village. Today, recreation has replaced industry in Port Credit but the waterfront and the lighthouse and the marina are a reminder of its past.

      Overview:

      Port Credit is Mississauga’s most recognizable and popular neighbourhood. This is not surprising given its prime waterfront location, main street shopping village, recreational amenities, and the Go station. Port Credit has been undergoing a revitalization of its waterfront for some time now and this has attracted a large amount of real estate development. There are no shortage of people who want to live in a safe vibrant waterfront community. Port Credit has both a residents association and a business improvement association. Port Credit has a number of small identifiable nooks or hoods. Some of these include: Cranberry Cove, Credit Drive, Indian Village and Upper Village. There is also the Harbour and Heritage districts. Port Credit is just minutes from the City of Toronto along Lakeshore Road West. One of Port credit’s claims to fame is its status as the salmon capital of Ontario. The annual Great Ontario Salmon Derby is North America’s largest fresh-water fishing derby.

      Lifestyle:

      The Port Credit waterfront is considered among the most vibrant in Ontario. It was voted number one in the Greater Toronto Area by a panel of 135 judges including architects, designers and urban affairs writers from across the country deciding the best public spaces in Canada. Port Credit boasts over 400 retail shops, boutiques, and services. There are also many excellent dining and entertainment venues especially along the waterfront.

      Homes:

      The Port Credit waterfront embraces many new urbanism characteristics with walkability and connectivity at the core together with mixed use development, quality architecture and access to publicly owned greenspace. The new townhomes and condominium buildings along the waterfront blend in nicely together and appeal to a wide range of families and lifestyles. Port Credit includes pockets of heritage homes with Tudor and Arts and Crafts features. There are also many charming brick bungalows that have traditionally been popular as starter homes. Some of these bungalows are being purchased by builders and replaced with a new custom designed home.

      Recreation:

      Port Credit Memorial Park is a wonderful strolling park on the banks of the Credit River and directly across the street from Lake Ontario. The Port Credit Library is adjacent to this park. The Port Credit ice arena is located just east of Memorial Park on Stavebank Road. Marina Park is a popular destination for recreational boaters. You can charter a fishing boat here that will guide you to some excellent fishing for Salmon and Trout on Lake Ontario. The Credit River that spills into Lake Ontario is a popular spot for canoeing, kayaking and paddle boating. The Port Credit Yacht Club is located at Lakefront Promenade Park.

      Arts:

      Former Ward 1 Councillor Jim Tovey’s idea to pay tribute to Port Credit’s musical heritage is captured in the painted cross-walks at Lakeshore Road East and Highway #10 (Hurontario Street). The Mississauga Music Walk of Fame is located in Port Credit Memorial Park. Inductees are honoured with a star on the walking path behind the Port Credit Library. The first four inductees were “Musical greats Oscar Peterson, Gil Moore, Ronnie Hawkins and Krisztina Szabo.

          Port Credit Stats

          Walkability:

          High

          Bikeability:

          High

          Public Transit:

          High

          Affordability:

          Low

          Greenspace:

          High

          Recreation:

          High

           

          Legend: Low, Medium, High

          Commute Times

          Time to Closest Shopping Mall:
          5 Minutes
          Time to GO Bus or Train Station:
          5 Minutes
          Time To Hospital:
          10 Minutes
          Time to Toronto Pearson International Airport
          20 Minutes
          Time to Closest Highway:
          5 Minutes

          * All commuting times provided are approximate times only. Commute times may increase or decrease depending on where you live within the neighbourhood and the time of day i.e rush hour versus off hour commutes. Time estimates to public transit are based on walking distance or bus line connection whichever is quicker. All other commute times on the chart above are based on drive times.