Council votes to disassociate the name Duke of York Boulevard from Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor due to serious allegations of gender-based violence against the former Royal.
November 20, 2025
The boulevard, a road that runs through Mississauga’s downtown core, was named after Mountbatten-Windsor’s role in opening Mississauga’s Civic Centre in 1987. While a name change was discussed, it was recognized that the title of Duke of York has been held by many people for the last 700 years and may be again in the future.
Duke of York Boulevard now becomes a name associated with Canada’s history as a constitutional monarchy, much like other streets across Mississauga and Canada such as King, Queen, Prince and Princess Streets.
Gender-based violence and women abuse
During the meeting, Council also unanimously reaffirmed that gender-based violence and women abuse are an epidemic, echoing Council’s earlier declaration in 2023 and Peel Region’s declaration in the same year. The resolution highlights the urgent need for systemic change, survivor support, and community education. The Council motion also directed staff to report back on enhanced human trafficking countermeasures in Peel Region.
The City of Mississauga is currently collaborating with Peel Region on the annual Break the Silence campaign to raise awareness on family and intimate partner violence. The City will also be doing a flag raising through the Community Recognition Program to recognize victims of gender-based violence on November 24 at 10 a.m.