Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1603 - Building a City: The Stories Behind Legends Row with Ron Duquette

On this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian sits down with Ron Duquette, the visionary behind Legends Row — an outdoor museum in Mississauga that honours the individuals who helped shape the city’s identity. Located in Celebration Square, Legends Row celebrates 66 inductees across seven categories, recognizing contributions in business, public service, arts, athletics, and community leadership. The conversation begins with the builders of the city — developers like Bruce McLaughlin, Harold Shipp, and Ignat Kaneff — whose vision transformed farmland into one of Canada’s fastest-growing urban centres. From there, the focus shifts to culture and identity, highlighting icons like Oscar Peterson and Simu Liu, and exploring how a diverse, immigrant-driven community helped shape Mississauga’s unique character. The episode also reflects on leadership and legacy, with insights into influential figures such as Hazel McCallion and Jim Tovey — and what made their impact so lasting. At its core, this conversation asks a bigger question: What kind of legacy are we building today? Because cities aren’t just defined by their skyline — but by the people who shape them.