Small Arms Inspection Building is one of Mississauga's most significant heritage landmarks.
Location: Mississauga, ON
Season: Open for all seasons
Located on the Lakeview waterfront, the building was constructed in 1940 as part of a major wartime munitions complex that manufactured rifles and other small arms for the Canadian military during and after the Second World War.
Today, the restored building serves as a creative arts and cultural hub, hosting exhibitions, performances, workshops, community events, and public programs.
Historical Significance
- Built in 1940 as part of the Arsenal Lands munitions facility
- Manufactured rifles and military equipment through WWII and beyond
- Women made up roughly two-thirds of the workforce
- One of the last surviving structures from the former Small Arms Limited complex
Best Features
- Historic industrial architecture
- Large open-concept exhibition space
- Public art installations
- Community cultural programming
- Waterfront location near Lake Ontario
Art exhibitions, Photography, Cultural events, Workshops and classes, Community gatherings, Heritage exploration, Waterfront walks
Free parking, Free Wi-Fi, Accessible washrooms, Wheelchair accessibility, Event space rentals, Public art displays, Indoor gathering space
Heritage Experience, WWII History Experience, Industrial Architecture Experience, Arts & Culture Experience, Photography Experience, Waterfront Experience
