Knollwood Park is a neighbourhood park that serves nearby residents in Kitchener's downtown east area. The park's playground is a key destination for local families and provides opportunities for active play, social interaction, and outdoor recreation.
The City of Kitchener is planning improvements to the Knollwood Park playground. The project will focus on renewing the playground area and enhancing play opportunities for children and families. Improvements may also be considered within the area surrounding the playground, including pathways, seating, shade, accessibility, and other features that support the overall playground experience.
This project is focused on the existing playground area and its immediate surroundings. It does not include redevelopment of the entire park or improvements to amenities located outside the project area.
While final decisions will need to consider project budgets, site conditions, and technical requirements, public input will play an important role in shaping the direction of the playground renewal.
No. This project is focused on the existing playground and surrounding area shown on the project map. While some improvements may strengthen connections to nearby park features, the sports fields, open green spaces, and other areas of Knollwood Park are not part of the current project.
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 increase tree canopy coverage in the neighbourhood. As part of this project, new trees may be planted where appropriate to provide additional shade and support a healthier urban forest.
We want to learn which play experiences are most important to children and families, what opportunities may be missing, and what improvements would have the greatest impact. Your feedback will help identify priorities for future playground improvements and inform the design of the renewed playground. Community input will be considered alongside factors such as project budget, safety, accessibility, site conditions, environmental considerations, and long-term maintenance requirements.
Whether you visit often or only occasionally, your experiences and ideas can help identify what is working well and what could be improved.
Knollwood Park Playground Map
