One of Mississauga's most popular and well known neighbourhoods is Port Credit. Port Credit is commonly referred to as Mississauga's "Village on the Lake" as it is found at the mouth of the Credit River on the north shore of Lake Ontario.

Port Credit's population in a 2001 census shows 10,260.

This area is host to make festivals and events; notables the Waterfront festival which occurs at the end of June each year and the annual Blues and Jazzfest.

Port Credit is also widely known for the numerous shows and restaurants lining down Lakeshore Road, not to mention the lakeside parks, family neighbourhoods, high rise condominiums and apartments.

Looking back at the history of Port Credit, or as it was known in the past as the Town of Port Credit. It had earned a reputation for its excellent harbour, where both grain and lumber were exported.

The first permanent structure built in the village was the Government Inn (1798 - 1861); it was once located on the east bank of the River.

The village was laid out in 1834 and for several years, Port Credit was a thriving Harbour community.

By the 20th century, mainly after the paving of the Lakeshore Highway 1915, Port Credit had become an attractive location for tourists and travellers. It acquired the status of "police village" in 1909; gained town status in 1961; and finally joined the City of Mississauga in 1974.

Port Credit is a location that attracts visitors from around the world; if you are visiting Mississauga, then Port Credit is definitely one of the stops you should be making.

The restaurants around can definitely satisfy any palette, from expensive fine dining at the Harborfront or simple yet elegant dining at Solstice. Port Credit is sure to satisfy you.

The nightlife is great for people of all ages; you have the restaurant Ten turning into a club throughout the night or you can enjoy a great walk down Lakeshore Road taking in the scene.

For those who love desserts and pastries, Port Credit is home to many amazing bakeries. You will find great cakes, pies, cookies and much more throughout Port Credit which is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Port Credit is only 20 minutes west of Toronto, making it a short drive into the core of Ontario, making it a great location to settle down if you work in Toronto.

Port Credit is a unique part of Ontario; it was recently part of a revitalization project that has made "the Village on the Lake" much prettier than it was before. This includes parks, 2 new marinas and a section of the Waterfront Trail.

The Waterfront Trail is a 325 km long paved path that connects Trenton to Burlington along Lake Ontario's shores.

There are many things to see and do in Port Credit, take the time to visit, and who knows you might find yourself enjoying it to the point of wanting to move there.