Accessible Playgrounds

Pickering is bringing inclusive, universally designed playground updates to nine of its parks:

  • Erin Gate Park
  • Rouge Valley Park
  • Sunbird Trail Park
  • David Farr Memorial Park
  • Bonita Park
  • Lynn Heights Park
  • Brock Ridge Community Park
  • Clearside Park
  • S.M. Woodsmere Park

In addition to these retrofits, four playgrounds are being reconstructed to be accessible with the addition of rubber safety surfacing, accessible walkways, site furniture, safety railings and/or fencing, and play equipment that is fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA):

  • St. Mary Park
  • Forestbrook Park
  • Progress Frenchman's Bay East Park
  • Southcott Park

Accessible playgrounds provide the community with opportunities to socialize, play, and exercise, regardless of ability. 

Visit pickering.ca/parks to learn more.

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