The most popular American chicken restaurant announces plans to open in Mississauga

The popular Chick-fil-A announced plans to open a location in Mississauga.

Back in January, Chick-fil-A added a “coming soon” notification on its website for a Mississauga location in Square One.

And Chick-fil-A confirmed its plans in a press release this week — they will expand in Canada, growing from six to 20 stores by 2025. After 2025, Chick-fil-A wants to open seven to ten restaurants per year in Canada.

Construction is underway on new locations in Vaughan and Barrie, with additional future locations expected at Toronto Eaton Centre, Square One, and Shops at Don Mills, the release notes.

There was no opening date for the location in Square One, 100 City Centre Dr., but a Chick-fil-A representative said it’s expected to open in the summer of 2023.

Chick-fil-A also expects to continue its expansion into new Canadian markets in the coming years, including Ottawa and Alberta.

“We’re excited for the opportunity to serve more guests and to invest in more communities across the country,” said Anita Costello, Chief International Officer. “Canadians can look forward to an authentic Chick-fil-A experience at each of our locations: delicious food prepared with high-quality ingredients, served with our signature hospitality.”

Currently, there are four Chick-fil-A locations in Toronto – at Yonge and Bloor, Yorkdale Shopping Centre, 336 Queen St.W. and Scarborough Town Centre. There are also locations in Windsor and Kitchener.

The company notes the Canadian franchises are locally owned and operators hire approximately 80 to 120 employees at each new location.

S. Truett Cathy opened the first Chick-fil-A in 1967 in Georgia and there are now more than 2,700 restaurants in 48 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and Canada.

While the restaurant is very popular and supports a number of charities, it is also known for its support of anti-gay marriage organizations.