Explore Starting May 30, 2026
We are pleased to welcome visitors to Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area, a 26-hectare waterfront park on the shore of Lake Ontario in Mississauga.
Join us for the public grand opening to celebrate the transformation of Mississauga’s shoreline into a vibrant new conservation destination.
Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area is a place for exploration, reflection and connection with nature, and offers expansive landscapes and stunning views of the lake. Explore scenic trails, discover newly created habitats and experience a place designed to reconnect people and wildlife with the waterfront. Opening day highlights the community partnerships and collective effort that brought this ambitious project to life. Find everything you need here to plan your visit.
Notice of Trail Work
Beginning the week of June 8, we will be completing line painting on the trails at Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area. The work will take place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and visitors can expect rolling trail closures. All affected areas will be fully closed to the public during the week, re-opening Fridays at 5 p.m. and on weekends. We anticipate the project will occur in three phases and take three weeks to complete. We thank you for your patience as we continue to finalize trail work at this newly opened park.
Opening Day Activities
Celebrate this exciting milestone with activities for all ages from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Join guided hikes of the newly restored landscape by Credit Valley Conservation staff
- Visit the South Peel Naturalists Club and Peel Region information booths
- Enjoy family‑friendly activities including a nature themed scavenger hunt with free giveaways while supplies last
- Go on a self‑guided tour of more than three kilometres of new trails by walking or wheeling, or borrow a complimentary e-bike courtesy of Bird Canada. Download the app and sign the waiver in advance: birdcanada.ca/ride-now
For early risers, there will also be a sunrise ceremony from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m.
- The Sunrise Ceremony honours Mishoomis Giizis (Grandfather Sun) and brings us to gather in community to express gratitude to creation and one another.
- The ceremony will be conducted by Raiden Levesque, an Oshkabewis (helper) and firekeeper from the Métis Nation and the Eagle Spirits of the Great Waters drummers. There will be storytelling, singing and a sacred fire.
- Please note dogs are not permitted in the amphitheatre during the sunrise ceremony.
Plan Your Visit
Make the most of your visit with these essential details.
Getting to Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area
Located in the Lakeview community of Mississauga on the Head of the Lake Treaty of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, access the conservation area by entering through Marie Curtis Park and following the Waterfront Trail.
By Walking, Wheeling or Cycling
Access Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation by walking, wheeling or cycling by following the Waterfront Trail heading west through Marie Curtis Park.
The Waterfront Trail within Jim Tovey Lakeview is not a through trail. Visitors must enter and exit through Marie Curtis Park.
By Public Transit
Please visit the transit provider’s website for updates or changes to these routes.
By GO Transit (Lakeshore West Line)
- Take the Lakeshore West line to Long Branch GO Station. From the station, it is approximately a 15 to 20 minute walk, or about 1.5 kilometres.
- Head south on Brown’s Line, then walk west along Lake Shore Boulevard West (which becomes Lakeshore Road East in Mississauga).
- Cross the Etobicoke Creek bridge and turn south onto Jim Tovey Boulevard to reach the waterfront.
- Connection: Take the MiWay Route 23 Lakeshore westbound from the Long Branch Loop (next to the station) and get off at Lakeshore Road East at Jim Tovey Boulevard.
By MiWay (Mississauga Transit)
- Take the MiWay Route 23 Lakeshore, which runs along Lakeshore Road between Long Branch Loop and Clarkson GO Station.
- Get off at Lakeshore Road East and Jim Tovey Boulevard, then walk south along the Waterfront Trail toward the lake to reach the entrance.
By TTC (Toronto Transit)
- Take the 501 Queen streetcar to its western terminus at Long Branch Loop.
- Walk west along Lake Shore Boulevard West, cross the Etobicoke Creek bridge into Mississauga, and turn south onto Jim Tovey Boulevard.
- Alternatively, you can walk through Marie Curtis Park to connect to the waterfront trail system.
By Car
The closest car access to Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation is to park at Marie Curtis Park located at 2 Forty Second St, Etobicoke. Parking is free and there are three public parking lots.
From the parking lot, follow the Waterfront Trail west along Lake Ontario. The trail leads directly into the conservation area.
Things to Do
Indigenous Placemaking
Explore the Eastern and Western Gateway Drums each with a Moccasin Identifier etched into the Grandfather stone to learn more about the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and Moccasin Identifier Initiative. From there, visit the Indigenous Teaching Amphitheater, designed to support storytelling, learning and community connection.
Pedestrian Bridge over Applewood Creek
Cross the new pedestrian bridge and experience a seamless connection between land and water. Take in the newly restored wetland and creek now reconnected to Lake Ontario where revitalized habitats are attracting wildlife.
Trails and Boardwalks
Discover more than 3.5 kilometres of new trails. Explore 1.9 kilometres of multi-use Waterfront Trail along the lake and a 170-metre raised boardwalk surrounding new wetlands, offering close‑up views of wildlife and restored habitats.
Promontory Lookout
Take in sweeping panoramic views of Lake Ontario, stretching from Toronto to Burlington. Positioned approximately 15 meters above lake level, the grassy lookout offers a stunning 360-degree vantage point to pause, relax and enjoy the shoreline.
For complete visitor guidelines and recommendations, accessibility information, and park rules, visit the Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area park page.
Important Information to Plan Your Visit
- The Waterfront Trail is not a through‑route. Visitors must enter and exit the conservation area through Marie Curtis Park.
- Please stay on marked trails to protect plants and wildlife.
- Cycling, e-bikes and e-scooters are permitted on the Waterfront Trail only.
- Dogs must be always leashed.
- Fishing and swimming are not permitted.
- Boats, including canoes and kayaks, are not permitted to enter Serson and Applewood wetlands and creek channels.
Do you know how we built Jim Tovey Lakeview?
More than a decade in the making, this conservation area reflects a transformative achievement in habitat creation and waterfront revitalization. Go to the Construction, Restoration and Management at Jim Tovey Lakeview page.
Do you know how we manage Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area?
We developed a management plan to guide how the site will be operated as it transitions from construction to a public waterfront conservation area. Go to the Jim Tovey Lakeview Management Plan page.
More Ways to Celebrate the Opening
Morphology – A Photography Exhibition
The creation of Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area has been documented through an evolving photography exhibition called Morphology.
As part of the opening celebrations, explore the final installment of this exhibit featuring local artists who captured the site’s remarkable nine‑year transformation from industrial lands to restored natural habitat.
This culminating exhibition displayed in the Small Arms Inspection Building captures our evolving relationship with water and landscapes, and our shared stewardship in protecting the Great Lakes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the opening day event accessible?
Yes, we are committed to creating welcoming, inclusive experiences for all visitors.
- Trails: Trails and gathering areas within the conservation area are designed to be accessible. Resting areas are stationed every 90 metres along trails. Surfaces include gravel, pavement and boardwalk. For detailed trail ratings, view the trail descriptions table.
- Signs: On-site signage use plain language and high‑contrast design.
- Washrooms: Port-a-potties are wheelchair accessible.
- Service Animals: Service animals are welcome.
- Sensory Considerations: This is an outdoor event with variable noise levels from voices and nature sounds. It can also be windy along the Lake Ontario shoreline.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are allowed in the conservation area however; dogs are not permitted in the Indigenous Teaching Amphitheatre during the sunrise ceremony.
Please keep your dog on a leash and under your control.
Do I need to register for Opening Day?
No. You can drop in anytime on May 30 during the park hours of operation: daylight hours, from sunrise to sunset.
Join the sunrise ceremony at the Indigenous Teaching Amphitheatre starting at 6 a.m. and take part in opening day programming between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
What should I wear?
Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable clothing and footwear for walking on trails. The conservation area can be windy.
Will food or water be available for purchase?
No, food and beverage are not available for purchase within the conservation area. Please bring your own water and snacks.
Read all visitor FAQs on the Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area park page.
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