A Short History of the Credit River

River Facts

Our PROBUS Club is proud to be named for the Credit River that runs through the heart of Mississauga past the Mississaugua Golf and Country Clubhouse where we hold our monthly meetings.

The two main branches of the Credit River, one originating near Orangeville and the other west of Erin, join at the picturesque Forks of the Credit at Belfountain. From there the Credit winds through Inglewood, Norval, Huttonville and Streetsville on its way to its outlet into Lake Ontario at Port Credit. Over a distance of some 100 kilometers it drains an area greater than 1,000 square kilometers.

In its 10,000 years, the Credit River Valley has experienced dynamic geological stresses and important historical events. The area is at the northern reach of the Carolinian Forest Zone with its unique vegetation and is home to 47 species of animals and birds that are at risk.

CRA (Credit River Alliance) has more information about the Credit River on their website.

River History

Enjoy an excellent short video of the Credit River offered by Heritage Mississauga and find many excellent articles on Heritage Mississauga’s website.

Sacred Garden

Just north of the entrance to the Mississaugua Golf and Country Club on Mississauga Road is a commemorative plaque on a small plot of land called Chi-twaa Tigaanes or the Sacred Garden.

Part of the text reads:

For thousands of years, Native peoples have travelled the Credit River Valley. They lived lightly on the land and left little evidence behind to remind us of their presence. This garden was dedicated by the city of Mississauga to the memory of the First Nation people who once lived on the land. The garden is located on part of what was the Credit Mission Village site, which was home to the Mississaugas of the Credit River circa 1826 to 1847.

You can view a video from Heritage Mississauga showcasing the Sacred Garden.