FAQs

“Park” means any lands owned or under the control of the Town of Fort Erie, including Neighbourhood, Community or Specialized parks, and waterfront parks and windows.

Three categories of park names will be considered, based on the following significance:

• Geographic – A name having direct geographical significance or affiliation with the park 
• Historic or Cultural – A name having direct historical or cultural significance or affiliation to the park
• Prominent Individuals or Organizations – The name of a Fort Erie resident (living or posthumous) or organization that has direct significance or affiliation to the park

The following guidelines, as outlined in the Park Naming Policy, will be considered:

• Names shall be unique and have a unique origin.
• Names shall portray a strong positive image of the Town, give a sense of place, continuity and belonging, and celebrate the distinguishing characteristics and uniqueness of the Town;
• The rationale for a name shall be understandable and justifiable to Town residents;
• Town parks that have been named or renamed in the previous twenty (20) years shall not be renamed;
• The renaming of an existing park shall bear a higher threshold of significance, relevance and necessity. 

Town parks are an important part of the community fabric and their names contribute to creating a sense of place, community and identity. A park name can reflect and acknowledge its unique location, history, geography, environment and/or neighbourhood.

The renaming of a park has a much greater impact than inceptive naming. The tradition, continuity and identification of names are imbedded in the community and tied to important community values. Consideration of a park renaming request carries a higher threshold of significance, relevance and necessity. 

To this end, it is important that the community have input into the renaming of an existing or new park.

Park wayfinding signage shall be consistent with the Town’s wayfinding standards and installed by the Town.

Any additional signage requested by an applicant will be considered through a separate process, pursuant to the Town of Fort Erie Guidelines for the Installation of Interpretive Pieces on Municipal Property (2014).

The processing of a park naming or renaming application will depend upon several factors such as the completeness and accuracy of the application, the availability of staff resources, and any additional research required.

There is no application fee for a park naming or renaming. If approved by Council, the Town shall bear administrative and Town signage costs. All other associated costs shall be the responsibility of the applicant.

Please provide your feedback within the 30-day commenting period. You may comment on this Lets Talk Fort Erie page by clicking on the ‘Comments' tab. Alternatively, you may email your comments directly to Town Staff. Please indicate if you wish your comments to remain confidential.

To propose an alternate name to that proposed, please submit a separate application that will be considered through this same process.