Mississauga, incorporated in 1974, is a city in Southern Ontario located in the Regional Municipality of Peel, and part of the Greater Toronto Area.As a suburb, Mississauga's growth is attributed to its proximity to Toronto.With five major highways passing through the city, Mississauga offers access to major destinations in Canada and the United States. It boasts one of the largest corporate/financial districts in Canada with major international companies having their Canadian headquarters located in the region. The city is also home to one of the largest shopping malls in Canada called Square One Shopping Centre, which is surrounded by many bars and restaurants, as well as City Hall, the Central Library and Playdium.