Web infrastructure in Mississauga
Mississauga is a growing data center market in the Greater Toronto Area, hosting 7 facilities. Its proximity to Toronto makes it a practical choice for operators seeking lower costs and available power without leaving the region. The city supports a mix of colocation, cloud, and high-performance computing services.
Mississauga as an internet hub
CentriLogic operates 3 facilities in Mississauga, the most of any provider. Cogent Communications, Inc. runs 2 locations, while Centersquare and Hut 8 HPC each have 1. There are no Internet exchange points in the city.
Connectivity relies on fiber links to Toronto exchange points such as the Toronto Internet Exchange (TorIX). Businesses buy hosting here for backup, disaster recovery, and primary colocation when Toronto space is tight. The market appeals to enterprises and managed service providers.
Key facts
- Mississauga has 7 data centers and no local IXPs.
- CentriLogic operates 3 facilities in the city.
- Cogent Communications, Inc. runs 2 data centers in Mississauga.
- Centersquare and Hut 8 HPC each have 1 facility.
- The city connects to Toronto exchanges like TorIX for peering.