Fort Mississauga

Client

Parks Canada

Location

Niagara-on-the-Lake

Completion

2017

Designed to replace nearby Fort George and protect British lands during the War of 1812, Fort Mississauga National Historic site is located on Lake Ontario’s shore, at the mouth of the Niagara River. Parks Canada initiated a project to restore this historic site, which involved developing a solution for a new Observation Deck and enhancing the restoration works identified for existing heritage elements and structures.

Due to the extent of excavation and work required to restore historical structures, design strategies focused on further protecting built elements and extending the life of the fort. Included in the restoration project were the Entry Gate Walls, Powder Magazines, and the Sally Port. A careful and sensitive approach helped to achieve a seamless integration of historical elements of the site with the modern uses and access required.