• Fall 2025: Community Engagement
• Winter 2026: Design
• Spring 2026: Construction starts
• Summer 2026: Playground Opens

Through the 2020 Capital Budget process Council approved $150,000 in funding to replace the existing playground equipment in Ridgeway Lions Park, in order to meet the requirements of the AODA and CSA Standard Z614:20.

An assessment of the playground has revealed deteriorating components and significant drainage issues. The playground will be replaced with new equipment that meets the requirements of the Canadian Standards Association and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

The new playground will be located on the West side of the park, increasing visibility and safety. The play equipment will provide a variety of features for users 2 to 12 years of age, and will be inclusive and accessible to all.

Image: Playground Concept

Phase 1 - Community Engagement

Online Survey

In this phase, the project team collected feedback on the current use of the playground and suggestions for improvements to both the park and playground. This feedback will be used to guide the development of design options.

Key Feedback

Participants wanted to see the following improvements to the new playground:

• A swing set with individual swings (including an accessible swing, toddler swings, and standard belt swings)
• Climbing Features
• Slides
• Spinners/Motion Equipment

Participants wanted to see the following Playground Style:

• Adventure-Inspired Play

Participants provided the following additional feedback:

• Additional seating and shade
• Accessibility to the playground and park features
• Moving the playground location was not desirable

Download the Survey Summary here.