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 2026, 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. 

• Oxford Street to Direzze Court Pedestrian Connection – Site Context
• Oxford Street to Direzze Court Pedestrian Connection – Site Photos
• Oxford Street to Direzze Court Pedestrian Connection – Concept Plan
• Oxford Street to Direzze Court Pedestrian Connection – Trailhead Concepts
• Oxford Street to Direzze Court Pedestrian Connection – Channel Revitalization
• Oxford Street to Direzze Court Pedestrian Connection – Public Consultation Notice

Email Project Manager, John Tiberio for more information or call him at 905-747-6389.

Miles Hill Parkette - Design Underway

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.

Dave Barrow Civic Square - Design Underway

Plans are underway for the development of a new destination park, located at the south-west corner of Yonge Street and Major Mackenzie Drive West. 

The Final Dave Barrow Civic Square Park Plan (staff report SRPBS25.023) was approved by Council on March 26, 2025. Developed in consultation with the community, the Park Plan will see these enhancements over the coming years: 

• A teaching garden to host outdoor educational activities
• A native pollinator meadow and tall fescue meadow
• Maintaining and enhancing the existing wooded eco-patches and marsh area
• An amphitheatre area that includes a permanent stage
• An upper plaza that will include seating, umbrella tables, lighting and bicycle parking
• New AODA compliant spine pathway connecting the various elements around the park
• A new Richmond Hill sign, serving as a gateway feature
• A preserved sloped area
• An axis pathway providing a direct connection between the existing sidewalk on Major Mackenzie Drive West and the intersection of Yonge Street and Hopkins Street. 
• An events lawn that will host programs and events, along with an artificially cooled seasonal skating rink in the winter months
• A lower plaza that will include seating and tables, and a series of shipping container structures with washrooms, storage and concessions

Detailed design is anticipated to begin in 2025. 

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.

Heron View Park - Design Underway

Plans are underway for a new community park on Bawden Drive located east of Leslie Street and north of Elgin Mills Road East.  The park includes a junior and senior playground, soccer field, colour coated tennis courts with lighting, fitness equipment, fitness loop, site furnishings including seating with umbrellas, park signage, and planting. Construction proposed for 2026 pending budget approval.

Project Update: Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from December 4, 2024 to January 12, 2025. As a result of the feedback recieved the park design has been revised to included the addition of a full size basketball court. 

• North Leslie Community Park - Context Plan
• North Leslie Community Park - Concept Site Plan
• North Leslie Community Park - Design Inspiration
• North Leslie Community Park - Active Programs
• North Leslie Community Park - Passive Programs
• North Leslie Community Park - Park Features 1
• North Leslie Community Park - Park Features 2

Email Project Manager, Mike McCallum for more information or call him at 905-771-2469.

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.

• Jefferson Forest Trail - Existing Conditions
• Jefferson Forest Trail - Trail Design Concept
• Jefferson Forest Trail - Public Consultation Notice

Please fill out the Park Design Comment Form to share any comments or suggestions about the design. Due to the recent Canada Post strike, the online comment form will be open until Friday, November 14. 

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. 

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.

• Elgin East Channel Lands Trail - Existing Conditions
• Elgin East Channel Lands Trail - Trail Design Concept
• Elgin East Channel Lands Trail - Public Consultation Notice

Please fill out the Park Design Comment Form to share any comments or suggestions about the design. Due to the recent Canada Post strike, the online comment form will be open until Friday, November 14.

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. 

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.

• Beaver Woodlands Trail - Existing Conditions
• Beaver Woodlands Trail - Trail Design Concept
• Beaver Woodlands Trail - Narrow Corridor Trail Options 
• Beaver Woodlands Trail - Public Consultation Notice

Please fill out the Park Design Comment Form to share any comments or suggestions about the design. Due to the recent Canada Post strike, the online comment form will be open until Friday, November 14.

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. 

Brickworks Park

• Brickworks Park - Existing Conditions
• Brickworks Park - Concept Plan
• Brickworks Park - Playground 
• Brickworks Park – Materials Palette

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, James Condron for more information or call him at 905-771-2486.

• Bridgeview Park - Existing Conditions
• Bridgeview Park - Selected Concept
• Bridgeview Park - Design Precedents
• Bridgeview Park - Materials Palette
• Bridgeview Park - Selected Concept Flythrough

Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from June 23 to Tuesday July 11, 2023 and staff are reviewing the feedback received. 

Email Project Manager, James Condron for more information or call him at 905-771-2486.

The cenotaph at the McConaghy Centre (10,100 Yonge Street) will be undergoing restoration work beginning just after Thanksgiving until November 7, 2025 (weather permitting). 

Email Project Lead, Scott Walker for more information. 

Lilac Grove Parkette Playground Improvements - Design underway

Plans are 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 for 2026, pending budget approval. 

Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from October 9 to 27, 2024 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.

• Lilac Grove Parkette – Existing Conditions
• Lilac Grove Parkette – Concept Plan 
• Lilac Grove Parkette – Public Consultation Notice

Email Project Manager, Kristina White for more information or call her at 905-747-6397.

Construction is underway to revitalize Melinda Clark Parkette located at 47 Royal Chapin Crescent. This includes the replacement of the playground, safety surfacing, concrete curbs, walkways, site furniture, signage, pedestrian lighting, connection to Yonge Street, new tree planting, and site restoration. Construction is scheduled to start mid-June and be completed fall 2025, 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. 

• Melinda Clark Parkette – Construction Notice
• Melinda Clark Parkette – Existing Conditions
• Melinda Clark Parkette – Concept Plan

Email Project Manager, Kristina White for more information or call her at 905-747-6397.

Ozark Park Revitalization - Design underway

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.

• Ozark Park Revitalization - Existing Conditions  
• Ozark Park Revitalization – Option 2-Concept Plan
• Ozark Park Revitalization - Public Consultation Notice

Email Project Manager, John Tiberio for more information or call him at 905-747-6389. 

Richmond Green Revitalization Master Plan

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. 

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.

Richmond Green Skate Trail Repairs - Construction Underway

Construction to repair the Richmond Green Skate Trail is underway.  This work includes concrete paving (to replace existing unit paving), lighting and electrical upgrades, ice pad crack sealing, subdrains and site furniture.  Temporary closure of the washroom facilities is needed to facilitate construction; however, efforts will be made to minimize the downtime.  Construction is scheduled to start mid-July and completed December 2025, weather permitting.

As a measure of safety, the skate trail area 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.

Email Project Manager, John Tiberio for more information or call him at 905-747-6389

Rumble Pond South Trail Improvements - City construction pending; York Region construction underway

Plans are underway to improve the Rumble Pond Park South Trail system with a new crushed stone pathway; steel bridge, boardwalk and stairs; creek and bank stabilization; planting, seeding and playground removal.  

York Region construction is expected to be completed by September 2025 and the City of Richmond Hill construction completed by December 2025, weather permitting.   As a measure of safety, the trail 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.

Please note: The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has advised the City that the current playground location falls within the Patterson Creek hydraulic floodway which poses a risk to public safety should a flood occur.  The health, safety and wellbeing of our residents is of the utmost importance which is why we plan to remove the existing playground in its entirety.   

• Rumble Pond Park South Trail Existing Conditions
• Rumble Pond Park South Trail Creek Work
• Rumble Pond Park South Trail Bridge and Boardwalk
• Rumble Pond South Trail Improvements - Construction Notice

Email Project Manager, John Tiberio for more information or call him at 905-747-6389. 

Town Park Revitalization - Design underway

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:

• Town Park Concept Plan

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.

Unity Park - Memorial

The City of Richmond Hill is creating a memorial at Unity Park to honor the 176 victims of Flight PS752, tragically shot down on January 8, 2020. 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

The work to select a concept is ongoing and staff continues to work with the Association of Families of PS-752 with construction anticipated to begin next year, subject to funding and budget approval. 

Email Project Manager, Andrea Lewis for more information or call her at 905-747-6368.

Unity Park Revitalization - Design underway

The City of Richmond Hill is planning to revitalize Unity Park, located at 63 Pugsley Avenue. Proposed improvements include new play equipment, safety surfacing, upgrades to existing pathways, replacement of site furnishings, and the replacement of the gazebo and shade structures. Construction is scheduled for 2026, pending budget approval.

Residents were invited to comment on the proposed design from June 16, 2025 to June 30, 2025 and City of Richmond Hill staff are reviewing the feedback received.

• Unity Park - Existing Conditions
• Unity Park - Concept Plan
• Town Park – Multi-Use Path
• Unity Park – Shade Structure Plan
• Unity Park – Play Area

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.