Kaufman Park is a well-used neighbourhood park in Kitchener's downtown east area. Its location next to Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute means it serves both the school community and the wider public. The park is used for sports, recreation, gathering, and everyday outdoor activities, making it an important shared space for students, families, and nearby residents.
The City of Kitchener is planning improvements to Kaufman Park. As a large, multi-use community park, Kaufman Park has the potential for a variety of future improvements. Rather than considering individual upgrades independently, this engagement process will help the City better understand community priorities and inform a long-term vision for the park.
The feedback received will help identify opportunities, establish priorities, and inform future improvements. As funding becomes available, improvements may be implemented over time. While final decisions will need to consider project budgets, site conditions, technical requirements, and other factors, public input will play an important role in shaping the direction of the park's future.
Kaufman Park is located adjacent to Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute and is used by both the school and the community. However, the park land is owned and maintained by the City of Kitchener. The City is responsible for the park’s amenities, including the sports fields, courts, and playground. The park serves as a shared community space for students, families, and neighbourhood residents.
The project team will work to preserve healthy trees wherever possible. As the design is developed, any impacts to existing trees will be carefully assessed and shared with the public. The City is also working to expand the tree canopy coverage across the neighbourhood. As part of the project, new trees may be planted where appropriate to increase shade and support a healthier urban forest.
We want to learn how people use the park today, what challenges they experience, and which improvements would make the biggest difference. Your feedback will help identify priorities for future improvements, inform the park's design, and guide future investment decisions. Community input will be considered alongside factors such as budget, safety, accessibility, site conditions, and maintenance requirements.
Whether you visit often, use the sports fields, go to school at Cameron Heights, or simply pass through, your experiences can help identify what is working well and what could be improved.
Kaufman Park Map
