Previous page content (fall 2021)

During the summer of 2021, the project team engaged with the community in a number of ways to understand how the Wilson-Vanier-Traynor Park Network is currently used as well as how the parks can better support the community. A summary of the engagement is now available. Based on this initial input, preliminary conceptual designs have been developed for each park in the network.

These preliminary concepts and concept ideas are shown below as a starting point for discussion; the final design will change and respond to what we hear from you.

We are now reviewing the feedback you shared through the ideas board, survey and November 24 live forum. We will share the final design on this page once it is ready. More information can also be found through the links on this page, including timelines for next steps, additional documents, and a summary of engagement input.

Wilson Park

In coordination with the restoration work on Montgomery Creek, a new amenity space is planned that will provide both an opportunity for gathering with others and connection to the creek (map below). Some highlights of the potential elements that may be included in the space are now available. We want to hear what types of features you would prefer to use in the park.

Wilson Park: Concept context (click to enlarge)Vanier Park

There are two preliminary concepts shown below for Vanier Park. These are a starting point for discussion; the final design may be a combination of elements from both concepts, or may become a new concept altogether. Please share your input and any thoughts you have about the concepts.

Vanier Park Preliminary Concept: Pollinators + Play (click to enlarge)

Vanier Park Preliminary Concept 2: Games + Gather (click to enlarge)

Traynor Park

The concept for Traynor Park focuses on minor improvements to the space to improve function and to better connect it to Wilson and Vanier parks. The concept includes new signage and an improved space near the playground and trail.

Traynor Park Concept

Share your input!

Please share your input using the survey on this page. The design team will also be monitoring the “Ideas” tool, so please share your thoughts, ask questions, make comments to help shape the future of Wilson, Vanier and Traynor Parks. Be sure to mention if you are commenting on a specific park.

Have a question or want more information about Wilson, Vanier or Traynor parks?

On November 24, we will be hosting an online presentation and forum. Please register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqde6srzktE9B02d9WYeZSVppbjzDUGClx. Please note that you must register to reserve your spot. This event will be presented in English with live interpretation available in select languages. Please let us know your preferred language in your registration. We will make every effort to accommodate, however not all languages may be available.