A new design for Alpine Park

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This project is complete and the park is now open for use. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the redesign of thepark. If you have any questions, please contact the Parks division at parks@kitchener.ca or 519-741-2345 (TTY:1-866-969-9994).



Alpine Park is an existing park in the Alpine neighbourhood that has a small wooded area, play equipment and is linked by a trail network to two adjacent school properties. The wooded area is an incredible asset to this park space and a focal point within the neighbourhood. Consultants from SHIFT Landscape Architecture have been engaged to lead the redevelopment of this park including conceptual design, final design, through to construction completion.

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Alpine Park is an existing park in the Alpine neighbourhood that has a small wooded area, play equipment and is linked by a trail network to two adjacent school properties. The wooded area is an incredible asset to this park space and a focal point within the neighbourhood. Consultants from SHIFT Landscape Architecture have been engaged to lead the redevelopment of this park including conceptual design, final design, through to construction completion.

If you would like to stay informed about this project, please subscribe for email updates by using the 'Subscribe' button.


This project is complete and the park is now open for use. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the redesign of thepark. If you have any questions, please contact the Parks division at parks@kitchener.ca or 519-741-2345 (TTY:1-866-969-9994).


  • Construction of Alpine Park complete

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    We are excited to announce the construction of Alpine Park is now complete and the park is open for use! A time lapse video of the full reconstruction of the park is available.

    Watch the video

    The site fencing has been taken down. There is orange fencing around some turf areas to ensure they have the best chance for establishment. Please remain out of these areas while the fencing is in place.

    Thank you to all the community members who participated in our online surveys, in-person conversations, and virtual information sessions. We hope you see your feedback reflected in the new park space.

    If you have any questions, please reach out to the Parks division at parks@kitchener.ca or 519-741-2345 (TTY:1-866-969-9994).

  • Update on progress at Alpine Park

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    Construction at Alpine Park is progressing well.

    The new playground equipment and shade sail have been installed. We are working on new wayfinding signage for the woodlot trails.

    Timelapse photography video is available on kitchener.ca and will continue to be updated throughout the project. View the timelapse video.

    If you have questions, get in touch at WVTASParks@kitchener.ca

  • Some trails now open

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    The work on the stonedust trails in the woodlot is underway. Please be advised there will be some minor trail work happening during the week, some parts of the trail may be temporarily closed. However, most of the trail will remain open at this time.

    Also, a new paved connection from Appalachian Crescent is now open for use.

    The rest of the park area remains closed for construction. The playground areas are prepared and ready to receive new play equipment! For your safety, please do not move any temporary construction fencing.

    Please look at the map to see which trails are now open.

    Get in touch

    We have a new way for you to contact us. If you have questions or concerns, please email: WVTASParks@kitchener.ca

  • Update on Alpine Park woodlot trails

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    Some neighbours have reached out about a liquid substance observed at the edges of the new woodlot trail.

    To help stabilize steep sections of the woodlot trail a binder material was mixed with the stonedust before it was installed. Pockets of binder may have formed during mixing and, during recent heavy rains, swelled and leached.

    Though unsightly, any liquid resulting from leached binder material is not toxic.

    We are working with the contractor and supplier to address this as soon as possible. For safety and warranty reasons, please remain outside of the fenced construction area and do not move any temporary fencing.

    We appreciate your continued patience. If you have any questions, contact Rebecca Roy, Landscape Architect, at rebecca.roy@kitchener.ca

  • Alpine Construction Update

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    The work in the woodlot has begun and will last for six to eight weeks. For safety reasons, please avoid the use of closed woodlot trails and entrances.

    Some residents have expressed interest in the redesigned Alpine Park playground. Renderings of the new playground and equipment have now been uploaded. View the images

    You may see a camera mounted near the park that is recording the work as it unfolds. A time lapse photography video is available on kitchener.ca and will continue to be updated throughout the project. View the time lapse video

    The project team appreciates your continued patience and understanding as we complete the planned upgrades to Alpine Park. If you have any questions, contact Rebecca Roy, Landscape Architect, at rebecca.roy@kitchener.ca

  • Alpine woodlot trail closures

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    The Contractor will begin the work of formalizing select trail routes in the woodlot soon. You will see temporary fencing going up at strategic points to close routes and entry points while they complete their work. This fencing will be a combination of modular fence panels and orange snow fence.

    For safety reasons, please avoid the use of closed woodlot trails and entrances. We anticipate the work in the woodlot will last until at least the end of June.

    The project team appreciates your continued patience and understanding as we complete the planned upgrades to Alpine Park.

    If you have any questions, contact Rebecca Roy, Landscape Architect, at rebecca.roy@kitchener.ca

  • Construction starting soon at Alpine Park

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    The construction contract has been awarded and you may see temporary site fencing at Alpine Park as early as the week of May 15.

    Please subscribe for updates to this page by using the 'Stay Informed' button.

    If you have any questions, contact Rebecca Roy, Landscape Architect, at rebecca.roy@kitchener.ca

  • Engagement summary and project updates

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    We have the Alpine Park phase 2 engagement summary to share with you along with some other project updates.

    Engagement summary

    The engagement report that details what we heard from community during phase 2 of Alpine Park engagement is now available. We would like to thank all those who participated and shared their thoughts with us

    Your input was used to shape the park design for Alpine Park. View the final concept and the woodlot trails layout plans.

    We are working towards construction on Alpine Park in 2023.

    Archaeological assessment

    We have received the compliance letter confirming the stage 1/stage 2 archaeological assessment was submitted to the Ontario Public Register of Archaeological Reports.

    Tree removals in the woodlot

    A reminder, tree removal work will be happening in the Alpine Park woodlot during this winter. This is for the regular maintenance of the woodlot and in preparation of the trail work planned for this upcoming year.

    Stay informed

    Please subscribe for updates to this project by using the 'Stay Informed' Subscribe button.

    If you have any questions, contact Rebecca Roy, Landscape Architect, rebecca.roy@kitchener.ca, 519-741-2600 x 4151

  • Final concept and project update

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    We have a few updates to share on the park improvement project at Alpine Park.

    Final concept

    We would like to thank all those who shared their thoughts with us during the engagement on the Alpine Park project.

    Your feedback showed us that most respondents want to enjoy nature, and visit and explore the forest. We also heard that the ability to play with children is desired, with a preference for a traditional playground. You also want to see more seating options throughout the park such as benches, and a gathering area with shade.

    Your input has been used to shape the park design for Alpine Park: View the final concept and woodlot trails layout plans.

    The full engagement report with more detail will be posted to Engage soon.

    We are working towards construction on Alpine Park in 2023.

    Archaeological assessment

    Fieldwork for the archaeological assessment of Alpine Park was completed in July. Following feedback received from First Nations rights-holders, additional fieldwork was completed in November.

    In December, the stage 1 / stage 2 archaeological assessment was submitted to the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (MCM), formerly the Ministry of Heritage Sport Tourism and Culture (MHSTC). We await their compliance letter confirming the report has been submitted to the Ontario Public Register of Archaeological Reports.

    Tree removals in the woodlot

    This winter, you will see some tree removal work happening in the Alpine Park woodlot. This is part of the regular maintenance of the woodlot, and to prepare for the trail work planned next year.

    Stay informed

    Please subscribe for updates to this project by using the 'Stay Informed' button on this page.

    If you have any questions, contact Rebecca Roy, Landscape Architect, rebecca.roy@kitchener.ca, 519-741-2600 x 4151

  • Now available: information session recording

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    Did you miss our virtual information session about the design for Alpine Park? A recording of the presentation is now available. Watch the video at: A New Design for Alpine Park (November 23, 2021)