Square One Shopping Centre is Ontario’s largest mall and the second largest shopping centre in Canada — but calling it a mall undersells what it has become. With over 360 stores and services, more than 100 dining options, a full-scale entertainment complex, and a location that sits at the geographic and civic heart of Mississauga, Square One has evolved into something closer to a downtown in its own right. Over 24 million people visit it every year.
Opened in 1973 at the intersection of Highways 403 and 10 in what was then a suburban stretch of farmland, Square One grew alongside Mississauga itself — each expanding outward in successive waves until the mall and the city became functionally inseparable. The City Hall, Celebration Square, Living Arts Centre, and Mississauga Central Library all sit within walking distance of the mall’s entrances. Kariya Park, the city’s famous Japanese garden, is a five-minute walk. The Square One Bus Terminal, Mississauga’s main transit hub, connects directly to the complex. It is, practically speaking, the centre of Mississauga.
Shopping: From Everyday to Luxury
The retail mix spans a wider range than almost any mall in Canada. On the luxury end, Holt Renfrew anchors the premium wing alongside Tiffany & Co., Salvatore Ferragamo, Michael Kors, Gucci, Coach, and Harry Rosen. For contemporary fashion, the mall has Aritzia, Zara, Uniqlo, H&M, Club Monaco, Arc’teryx, Lululemon, and Simons — the Quebec-based department store that has become one of the most popular retail additions of recent years. For technology, Apple and Best Buy both have full-format locations. For everyday retail, Walmart occupies one of the larger anchor spaces and operates on extended hours compared to the rest of the mall.
Out-of-town visitors travelling more than 60 kilometres to visit can claim a $25 Square One Gift Card with a minimum $500 same-day spend through the Travel Privileges program — available at Guest Experience with valid ID.
The Food District: The Best Mall Dining in Ontario
The Food District is the element that most distinguishes Square One from other large Canadian malls. Rather than a standard food court, The Food District is designed as an elevated dining emporium — a mix of local vendors, artisan food producers, and quality casual dining options that function more like a covered market than a food court.
Dal Moro’s Fresh Pasta To Go has become one of the most talked-about tenants — fresh pasta made to order at reasonable prices — and the broader district includes options spanning Filipino, Japanese, South Asian, Italian, and Canadian cuisine at a quality level significantly above typical mall dining.
Beyond The Food District, Square One has seven full-service sit-down restaurants including Moxie’s, and the surrounding complex includes additional dining options within walking distance.
Entertainment: The Rec Room and Cineplex
The Rec Room, operated by Cineplex Entertainment, is one of the largest entertainment venues in the GTA — a full-scale entertainment complex with bowling, arcade games, billiards, and a large restaurant and bar. It’s become a popular destination for groups, corporate events, and anyone looking for a full evening of activity rather than just shopping.
Cineplex Cinemas Mississauga, a multiplex with IMAX capability, is located adjacent to the mall, making Square One a genuine full-day destination: shop, eat, and catch a film without needing to move your car.
Space Explorers: THE INFINITE, a new immersive experience at 99 Rathburn Road West adjacent to the mall, opened in 2026 as the latest addition to the Square One district — a large-scale immersive art installation that has drawn visitors from across the GTA.
Getting There
Square One is 15 minutes from Pearson International Airport, 30 minutes from downtown Toronto, and directly accessible by MiWay and GO Transit through the integrated Square One Bus Terminal. Approximately 9,000 parking spaces are available across the surrounding parking infrastructure — free with validation at many retailers.
For Mississauga residents, Square One is the practical anchor of city life. For visitors arriving from Toronto or the airport, it’s the most convenient gateway to the city — familiar enough to feel comfortable, large enough to fill a full day, and surrounded by the civic, cultural, and outdoor amenities that make Mississauga worth exploring beyond the mall itself.
Address: 100 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, ON L5B 2C9 Phone: (905) 270-7771 Website: shopsquareone.com Price Range: Free to enter · $ to $$$$ (stores vary)
Hours: Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Closed: Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Christmas Day Open 362 days a year
