Parks Projects
New parks and open spaces
We're developing new parks and open spaces for you and your family to enjoy. Here's a list of projects currently underway:
| Oxford Street to Direzze Court Pedestrian Connection - Design underway |
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Plans are underway for the development of a new pedestrian connection between Oxford Street East and Direzze Court. This includes a 3-meter-wide bridge, concrete trailheads, sidewalk connection to Karindon Park, wayfinding signage, site furniture and planting. We also plan to remove the Shaun Beggs Park junior playground structure and utilize Karindon Park playground instead. Construction is scheduled for 2027, pending Council approval. Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from September 20 to October 6, 2024. Current plans have been updated to reflect feedback received.
Email Project Manager, John Tiberio for more information or call him at 905-747-6389. |
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Miles Hill Parkette - Construction Starting Soon |
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Plans are underway for a new parkette located between Yonge Street and Church Street South. This includes a new plaza seating, shade structure, open lawn, playground and a multi-use trail. If you would like to receive notifications and updates about the project, please email Michelle Dobbie, Manager of Park and Natural Heritage Planning or call her at 905-771-2467. |
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Dave Barrow Civic Square - Construction Starting Soon |
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Plans are complete, and construction of a new destination park at the south-west corner of Yonge Street and Major Mackenzie Drive West will begin soon. The Dave Barrow Civic Square Park Plan was developed with input from the community and approved by Council on March 26, 2025. After approval, a detailed design process was completed to prepare the project for construction. Dave Barrow Civic Square Final Design Plan Dave Barrow Civic Square includes a number of enhancements:
Construction is expected to begin in late summer 2026 and finish in early 2028, weather permitting. Email Project Manager, James Condron for more information or call him at 905-771-2486. |
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Heron View Park - Construction underway |
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Construction of a new community park on Bawden Drive located east of Leslie Street and north of Elgin Mills Road East to commence spring of 2026 and be completed late fall 2026. The park includes a junior and senior playground, soccer field, colour coated tennis courts with lighting, basketball court, fitness equipment, fitness loop, site furnishings including seating with umbrellas, park signage, and planting.
Project Update: Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from December 4, 2024 to January 12, 2025. Email Project Manager, Mike McCallum for more information or call him at 905-771-2469. |
| Jefferson Forest Trail |
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The City of Richmond Hill is planning a new trail project through Jefferson Forest, spanning approximately 1 kilometre from Port Arthur Crescent to Rocking Horse Ranch Park. The proposed trail will enhance access to the greenspace. Construction is anticipated in 2028, pending budget approval. Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from September 26th, 2025 to November 14th, 2025 and City of Richmond Hill staff are reviewing the feedback received.
Please Note: The proposed plans provide a graphical representation of the overall design intent. They are not final and will be subject to change pending input from the public and City of Richmond Hill staff. Email Project Manager, Andrea Lewis for more information or call her at 905-747-6368. |
| Elgin East Channel Lands Trail |
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The City of Richmond Hill is planning a new trail connection from the existing pathway at the soccer field in Monticello Park heading east to link with the Elgin East Channel Lands trail. This project will improve connectivity within the trail network and enhance access to recreational spaces. Construction is anticipated in 2028, pending budget approval. Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from September 26th, 2025 to November 14th, 2025 and City of Richmond Hill staff are reviewing the feedback received.
Please Note: The proposed plans provide a graphical representation of the overall design intent. They are not final and will be subject to change pending input from the public and City of Richmond Hill staff. Email Project Manager, Andrea Lewis for more information or call her at 905-747-6368. |
| Beaver Woodlands Trail |
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The City of Richmond Hill is planning a new trail through the Beaver Woodlands greenspace, extending from David Hamilton Park in the north to Highway 7 in the south. This scenic route through the natural greenspace will improve access to outdoor areas and support recreational use. Construction is anticipated in 2028, pending budget approval. Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from September 26th, 2025 to November 14th, 2025 and City of Richmond Hill staff are reviewing the feedback received.
Please Note: The proposed plans provide a graphical representation of the overall design intent. They are not final and will be subject to change pending input from the public and City of Richmond Hill staff. Email Project Manager, Andrea Lewis for more information or call her at 905-747-6368. |
Improvements to current parks and trails
We also have a number of ongoing projects that will improve our parks and trails. These projects include:
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Bantry Parkette Improvements |
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Plans are underway to improve the Bantry Parkettes located at 8695 and 9003 Yonge Street. This includes the replacement of the concrete and asphalt walkways, site furniture, planting, and new LED pedestrian lights. Construction is scheduled for September-October 2026. Email Project Manager, Kristina White for more information or call her at 905-747-6397. |
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Brickworks Park - Construction Underway |
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Plans are underway to revitalize Brickworks Park. This includes improvements to the playground, tennis courts, softball field, walkways, shelter, site furnishings, signage, planting, and the addition of fitness equipment. Construction is scheduled to occur from July 2026 to June 2027, weather permitting. As a measure of safety, the park will remain closed during construction and residents are asked to refrain from entering the construction area. Thank you in advance for your patience during the construction phase of this project
Residents were invited to comment on the proposed designs from February 21 – March 8, 2024. Current plans have been updated to reflect feedback received. Email Project Manager, John Tiberio for more information or call him at 905-771-2486. |
| Bridgeview Park - Construction underway |
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Construction of the Bridgeview Park revitalization has commenced and is schedule to be completed by October 2026, weather permitting. As a measure of safety the park will be closed during construction and residents are asked to refrain from entering the park. The park improvements includes upgrades to the playground, splash pad, pathways, basketball area, tree plantings, site furniture, and the addition of community gardens and a pilot off-leash dog area.
Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from June 23 to Tuesday July 11, 2023. Email Project Manager, Mike McCallum for more information or call him at 905-771-2469. |
| French Royalist Park - Design underway |
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Plans are underway to improve the tennis courts and playground at French Royalist Park located at 87 Rollinghill Road, north of Gamble Road and west on Yonge Street. This includes replacing the asphalt paving, chain link fencing, tennis nets and posts, adding acrylic colour coating, convert lighting to LED, walkways, play equipment, safety surfacing, site furnishings, and planting. Construction is planned for 2027 pending budget approval. Email Project Manager, Kristina White for more information or call her at 905-747-6397. |
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Lilac Grove Parkette - Construction underway |
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Construction is underway to improve the playground at Lilac Grove Parkette located at 251 Shirley Drive. This includes the replacement of the play equipment, safety surfacing, site furniture, some walkways, a new shade structure, and planting. Construction is scheduled to start at the end of March and be completed by the end of June, 2026, weather permitting. As a measure of safety, the park will be closed during construction and residents are asked to refrain from entering the construction area. Thank you in advance for your patience during the construction phase of this project.
Please note: The proposed plans provide a graphical representation of the overall design intent. Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from October 9 to 27, 2024. Current plans have been updated to reflect feedback received. Email Project Manager, Kristina White for more information or call her at 905-747-6397. |
| MacLeod's Landing Park Tennis Courts - Design underway |
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Plans are underway to improve the tennis courts at MacLeod's Landing Park located at 40 Shirrick Drive, north of Jefferson Sideroad and west of Yonge Street. This includes replacing the asphalt paving, chain link fencing, tennis nets and posts, adding acrylic colour coating, walkways to the courts, site furnishings, and planting. Construction is planned for 2027 pending budget approval. Email Project Manager, Kristina White for more information or call her at 905-747-6397. |
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Meander Park Repairs - Work underway |
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The first phase of work to repair damaged grass around the slide and zip line areas at Meander Park is complete and the area has reopened. A second phase of work will take place in the fall. These efforts are intended to help prevent wear and tear, and ensure safe playing conditions. If you have any questions, please contact Scott Walker at scott.walker2@richmondhill.ca. |
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Ozark Park Revitalization - Design underway |
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Plans are underway for the revitalization of Ozark Park located at 70 Old Colony Road. This project will include upgrades to the tennis and basketball courts, softball diamonds, playground, shade structure, pathway system, seating and gathering areas. Construction is scheduled for 2027, pending budget approval. Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from December 4, 2024 to January 12, 2025 and staff are reviewing the feedback received. Please note: The proposed plans provide a graphical representation of the overall design intent. They are not final and will be subject to change pending input from the public and City of Richmond Hill staff.
Email Project Manager, John Tiberio for more information or call him at 905-747-6389. |
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Richmond Green Revitalization Master Plan |
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Plans are underway for the revitalization of Richmond Green, the city's largest sporting and events park (located at the north-west corner of Leslie Street and Elgin Mills Road East), including planning for the new Bill Bell Park to the north. The Richmond Green Revitalization Master Plan and Staff Report were approved by Council on July 15, 2026. If you would like to receive notifications and updates about the project, please email Michelle Dobbie, Manager of Park and Natural Heritage Planning or call her at 905-771-2467. |
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Town Park Revitalization - Design underway |
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Plans are underway for the revitalization of Town Park, which was Richmond Hill's first park, located between Church Street South and Pugsley Avenue and including William H. Graham Parkette. The Final Town Park Master Plan (Staff Report SRPI.23.058) was approved by Council on June 28, 2023, following extensive community consultation. The City of Richmond Hill is now advancing into the detailed design phase of the project. The approved conceptual plan, can be viewed online: Please Note: Construction of this project will be carried out in phases pending budget approval. Email Project Manager, Andrea Lewis for more information or call her at 905-747-6368. |
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Unity Park Revitalization & PS752 Memorial - Construction underway |
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Construction of the revitalization of Unity Park, located at 63 Pugsley Avenue is scheduled to commence in June 2026 and be completed by December 2026, weather permitting. The project will involve new play equipment with safety surfacing, upgrades to existing walkways, site furnishings including seating and signage, pedestrian lighting, planting, and the replacement of the gazebo and shade structures. Please Note: Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from June 16, 2025 to June 30, 2025.
The park will also become the home of the PS752 Memorial, dedicated to honoring the 176 victims of Flight PS752. This loss deeply affected the community, marking Richmond Hill’s largest single-day loss of life abroad. Unity Park has been selected for its symbolic theme of togetherness. The park will serve as a space for reflection and remembrance, uniting the community in honoring the victims. Member Motion - Mayor West - Remembering Flight PS-752 Member Motion - Mayor West - Remembering Flight PS-752 Memorial - Follow-up Email Project Manager, Andrea Lewis for more information or call her at 905-747-6368. |
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Woodside Parkette Revitalization - Design underway |
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The City of Richmond Hill is planning to revitalize Woodside Parkette, located at 14 Vitlor Drive. Proposed improvements include new playground, safety surfacing, site furniture, signage, walkways, metal fence, picnic tables and planting. Construction is scheduled for 2027, pending budget approval and required permits. Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from March 2, 2026 to March 16, 2026 and City of Richmond Hill staff are reviewing the feedback received.
Please Note: The proposed plans are a graphical representation of the overall design intent. They are not final and will be subject to change pending input from the public and City of Richmond Hill staff. Email Project Manager, Andrea Lewis for more information or call her at 905-747-6368. |