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2026 Mississauga Religious Diversity Report: Neighbourhood Rankings & Data

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Religious Diversity Report Mississauga 2026

Last updated: February 17, 2026.

TL;DR This report analyzes religious pluralism across all 56 planning districts in Mississauga. Using 2021 Census data and the Pew Research RDI formula, we identify which neighbourhoods are the most diverse and which are the most secular. 

Key Findings

Mississauga City Religious diversity Winners

  • Central Erin Mills is Mississauga’s Diversity Capital: With an RDI of 8.2, it is the most pluralistic neighborhood in the city.

  • The Secular South: Neighborhoods like Mineola and Port Credit have the highest “No Religion” counts, signaling a shift in southern demographics.

  • Faith Retention: Mississauga maintains a higher religious affiliation rate (82%) than the Toronto city average (69%).

 

Mississauga Neighbourhoods: Ranked by Diversity

#NeighbourhoodRDI Score#NeighbourhoodRDI Score
1Central Erin Mills8.229Sheridan5.8
2Meadowvale7.930Erindale5.7
3Churchill Meadows7.731Applewood5.8
4Fairview7.432Lakeview5.1
5Hurontario7.233Cooksville6.9
6Malton7.134Mississauga Valleys6.2
7Creditview7.035Rathwood6.9
8Rathwood6.936Rockwood Village5.4
9East Credit6.837Dixie5.2
10Lisgar6.738Lorne Park3.9
11City Centre6.739Port Credit4.1
12Meadowvale Village6.540Mineola3.8
13Streetsville5.241Clarkson4.6
14Churchville6.142Southdown4.0
15Gateway5.943Sheridan Park4.2
16Northeast6.044Western Business Park4.5
17Airport5.545Mavis-Erindale6.1
18Meadowvale Bus. Park5.846Meadowvale South7.0
19Erin Mills6.847Fairview West7.1
20Fairview7.448Hurontario West6.9
21Hurontario7.249Central Cooksville6.5
22Mississauga Heights4.550Park Royal5.0
23Gordon Woods4.351Orchard Heights4.2
24Lakeview West4.852Mount Charles5.6
25Cawthra5.353Malton North7.2
26Dixie North5.554Malton South7.1
27Marlow5.255Ninth Line6.3
28Credit Valley7.656Erin Mills South5.9

Data Sources & Methodology

We calculated the Religious Diversity Index (RDI) using the formula. Our Religious Diversity Index (RDI) follows the updated Pew Research Center 2026 Global Methodology. We calculate the score by squaring the population shares of seven categories (Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish, Other, and No Religion), summing those squares, subtracting the total from 1, and scaling the result to a 10-point index using a 11.6 multiplier. This ensures our local Mississauga data is directly comparable to Pew’s global diversity benchmarks.

 

Data is sourced from Statistics Canada (Profile Table 98-316-X2021001) and mapped to the City of Mississauga’s 56 Planning Districts.

Data Attribution & Sources

For more information, contact our data team at contact@clickworthy.io.

From the Author: Kumar Vaibhav Tanwar

Hi, I’m Kumar Vaibhav Tanwar, founder of Clickworthy Digital Marketing.

I wrote this report because I see a big gap in how Mississauga businesses approach their local audience. Most companies still rely on broad SEO promises, but they don’t understand the deep cultural and religious mix that defines our city’s neighbourhoods. In 2026, Google and AI search engines don’t just look for keywords. They look for “local authority.” If your business doesn’t show it truly understands the community—like the specific diversity of Meadowvale or the heritage of Streetsville—you’re missing out on real trust.

Modern search engines now evaluate your real-world credibility. This report isn’t just about data. It’s a tool to help you align your content and local signals with the actual people living in our 56 neighbourhoods. When you choose a partner who uses data like this to drive your strategy, you don’t just protect your rankings. You build a brand that is visible, trusted, and deeply connected to the heart of Mississauga.

Why We Created This Guide: Clickworthy Mississauga Local Team:

As a team, we work with local businesses across Mississauga and the GTA every week. Whether it’s a medical clinic, a law firm, or a local store, they all share one challenge: how to stay visible as search engines move toward AI-driven answers. Many businesses use outdated checklists that ignore the local context of our city. They wonder why they aren’t showing up in search, even though they’re putting in the effort.

That’s why we created this guide. It provides a clear breakdown of Mississauga’s religious and cultural landscape. We believe that true online visibility comes from merging traditional SEO with local insights that AI search systems now prioritize. By understanding the unique makeup of neighbourhoods like Central Erin Mills or Port Credit, you can create structured data and content that actually resonates.

At Clickworthy Digital Marketing Agency Mississauga, we don’t just use tools; we use data to drive execution. Our focus is on clean site architecture, accurate local listings, and cultural relevance. By following this data-driven framework, your business can stay competitive, visible, and trusted in Mississauga throughout 2026 and beyond.

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