Erin-Mills, Peel

Erin Mills is in Mississauga, Ontario. It is a residential, commercial, and industrial town. The town is laid out such that the commercial area is the centre of the town and the industrial area surrounds the city. The site has a green belt since it falls in the Credit River valley. During fall, orange, brown, and maroon leaves envelop the town. There are walking paths, parks, and scenic views along the Credit River valley. Erin Mills is just 32 km (30 minutes' drive) out of downtown Toronto. Erin Mill is bordered by Eglinton Avenue, Dundas Street West in the south, Highway 403 in the west, and Creditview Road in the east. The Erin Mills Town Centre is where all the activity happens. It is where the residents of Erin Mills hang out and shop. The Erin Mills neighbourhood is still climbing the tower of development. Recently, the town centre has undergone a massive renovation. Erin Mills is one of the largest and one of the most highly rated towns in Mississauga. The town is named as such to pay homage to Erindale and the mills along the  Credit River to the east.

According to Area Vibes, Erin Mills scores 86 out of 100. It is ranked eighth out of all towns in Mississauga. It is the 363rd-best neighbourhood in all of Ontario. It ranks 99% better than the surrounding localities. Erin Mills has all the essential amenities at the residents' disposal. It has ample parks, hospitals, shopping complexes, educational institutions, and grocery stores, to name a few. The cost of living in Erin Mills, Mississauga, is 8% higher than the Canadian average. The crime rate in Erin Mills is 46% less than the total for Ontario. The average household income in Erin Mills is 26% more than Ontario's. The home value in the city is less than 3% of other localities in Ontario. The following table shows the comparison of crime rates in Erin Mills, Mississauga, and Canada.

EP Taylor came across the farmland in the 1950s that he decided to transform into a new city. He spent a few years gathering and developing the neighbourhood. Taylor executed his plan of making it a residential, commercial and industrial space. He sold it to Cadillac Fairview in 1968. The process of building Erin Mills took place in four phases. In the 1970s, Erin Mills South was built. In the 1980s, Erin Mills East, Erin Mills West in 1989 and Churchill Meadow by 2010. Churchill Meadow went out to become an independent neighbourhood. Erin Mills Town Centre is the go-to place for the residents of Mississauga. The Town Centre is a hit spot, especially during weekends and vacations. The Centre has a Walmart along with 185 other stores. Recently a Marshalls store has been opened. Several events keep taking place within the mall. Stores like Aldo, Tip Top Tailors, EB Games, Call it Springs, Le Château, Shop Pregame, Bath and Body Works And Ardene to list a few. Most people in Erin Mills speak English. Less than a hundred people speak French. There are around 1000 bilingual (French and English speaking) individuals. AreaVibes grades the employment situation in Erin Mills as C-. The average household income of the town is 30% more than the national average. While the employment rate is 18% less than the Canadian average. However, the labour force is less than 11% according to the national average. The average household income of Erin Mills amounts to $107,535. A table showing national and state-wise comparisons is given below.

Erin Mills is one of the most populated yet not a densely populated area. There is a lot you can do around the area. There are schools, grocery stores, good restaurants, bars, hospitals, colleges and shopping complexes.

Schools and Colleges

There are 18 schools in the Erin Mills area. Top-ranked schools are mentioned below-

• St. Rose of Lima Separate School
• Credit Valley Public School
• Thomas Street Middle School
• Divine Mercy School
• Castlebridge Public School
• Middlebury Public School
• John Fraser Secondary School

And the colleges near the area are-

• The University of Toronto, Mississauga Campus
• Elpis College
• MLC College of Business Technology
• Evergreen College, Mississauga

Erin Mills has a good chunk of restaurants in town. There is a wide variety of food options in terms of cuisine and dietary restrictions. A few of the restaurants are mentioned below.

• Bayview Garden Restaurant
• Karioka
• Xiang Cun Fa Xian
• Studio.89
• Amaya Express

The town is known for its exquisite pubs and bars. You can find the residents of Erin Mills winding down after a long week.

• Turtle Jack’s
• Abbey Road Pub and Patio
• Erin Mills Pump and Patio
• Cuchulainn’s Irish Pub
• Keystone Pub
• Big Slick Bar and Billiards

There are many quaint cafes in the Erin Mills area. A few are mentioned below.

• Second Cup
• Teaopia
• Real Fruit Bubble Tea
• Tim Hortons
• Starbucks

Erin Mills is a paradise for dessert lovers. A few are listed below-

• Aunty’s Kitchen
• Premium Sweets
• Laura Secord
• Nani’s Gelato
• Purdys Chocolatier
• Menchie’s
• Krave Sweets

There are quite a few medical centres in the Erin Mills area. These centres provide the best healthcare services in the area.

• Dentistry On Glen
• The Credit Valley Hospital
• Mississauga Medical Centre
• Winston Park Medical Centre
• Creditview Medical Centre

Erin Mills has many areas to shop. The Erin Mills Town Centre provides a wide variety of options for people of all ages and wishlists. A few shops which are favoured by the Erin Mills locals are mentioned below.

• Hudson’s Bay
• Fairweather/Stockhomme
• Playtime Toys
• Perfume Shop
• Roots
• Vintage and Memories
• Northern Reflections
• Garage

Erin Mills has tons of places to visit. There are a bunch of options for kids, adults, senior citizens, and furry members of the family.

Parks and Hikes

The town of Erin Mills has a beautiful nature patch. There are several parks, conservancies, and trails in the area. Erin Mills looks resplendent, irrespective of the season.  Erindale Park, Riverwood Conservancy, Lake Aquitaine, Kariya Park, Sawmill Creek Trail, and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area. You can visit the Quenippenon Meadows Community Park to practise your favourite sport.

Erin Mills Town Centre

The Town Centre is the main attraction. It is where you can find people hanging out on the weekend. The mall has clothing, electronics, and gaming stores, along with restaurants and a food court. Aldo. Anna Bella, Bulk Barn, Coco Shoes, Claire’s, Danish Pastry House, Fido, Freshii, GameStop, Home Sense, Indigo Books, Lenscrafters, Majestic Art Soap, Mojja Socks, and Roots of Kashmir, to name a few.

 Air Riderz

If you want to plan a fun day out with your friends and family, visit Air Riderz, a trampoline park. The 2600 sq ft area houses a dodgeball court, wall-to-wall trampolines, climbing zones, and more. They allow people of all ages. It is one of the best places to host birthday parties and celebrate any other event.

Reggae Fusion

The only place where you can savour authentic Jamaican food is at Reggae Fusion. The price range of wraps, eggs, Jamaican breakfast options, and salads is between $3-$13.

Chicken Land BBQ

If you find yourself around the Erin Mills area, drive towards Chicken Land for the best chicken, wings, and ribs. They are known for their chicken dinners, chicken nuggets, and chicken wings, ranging from $6 to $27. Make your way to Chicken Land on a Monday or Tuesday since it is wing night.

RockPro Music Centre

Unlike a few music centres, RockPro caters to students who are beginners to experts in  instruments like guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, and vocals. The institute is well-equipped with modern technology for recording purposes. If you wish to train in music, be sure to visit the RockPro Music Centre.

Tom Chater Memorial Park

Tom Chater is a major attraction in the Erin Mills area. Tom Chater Memorial Park is the best place to have a picnic with your friends and family. The lush green park also has a soccer field, playgrounds, ball diamond batting cages, softball diamond ground, and a parking lot.

If you work in Toronto and would not mind travelling, you can move to Erin Mills. Most areas of Erin Mills are wakeable. If you have a bike, you can easily navigate through the city. Public transportation is accessible in the Erin Mills area.

• 27 minutes drive from Downtown Toronto.
• Erin Mills is just 16 minutes (26 km) away from the Toronto Pearson International Airport.
• The train station and bus stand connecting to Toronto are 15 minutes away.
• Highways 403 and 407 are just five minutes out of the town.

There are two popular markets that honour the local businesses in the Erin Mills area.

• Erin Mills Farmers Market
• The Mom Market Collective Inc.

The population density of Erin Mills is 41% higher than that of Mississauga. The median age is 6% higher in Erin Mills than in Mississauga. Erin Mills has 15.63% of the South Asian population, 9.11% of the black population, and 7.61% of the Chinese population. The following is a table showing other demographic information about Erin Mills.

There are many activities your pets and kids can do near the Erin Mills area. Quenippenon Dog Park is an open-leash park for your furry friends. For your kids, you can take them to Kidsapia. It is an indoor playground and a party centre. There are several camps and workshops that are conducted by Kidsapia. You can visit their website to learn more about booking an event.

The cost of living in Erin Mills is 5% more than the national average and 6% less than Mississauga’s average. The cost of goods and services is 8% higher than the Canadian average. The housing price is 5% less than the national average. Sales tax in Ontario is 33% higher than the national average. The income tax in Ontario is 40% lower than the national average. Following table sheds light on the factors of the cost of living in Erin Mills.

The housing market in Erin Mills is rated an A on Area Vibes. Erin Mills has almost all types of houses. People have built custom homes, ranch-style homes, semi homes, and detached homes. Many of these houses were built between 1970 and 2010. Apartments and condominiums are also available if that interests you. The cost of housing in Erin Mills is 5% lower than the Canadian average.