Current Parks Development Projects
The Parks Department will be working on the following projects through 2025. Click on the park name to visit each park's web page for more information, or you can locate them using MappMyCity.
Ward 1
Oakwood Park
A new dog park at Oakwood Park, located directly behind Capri Pizzeria Recreation Complex, was completed in fall 2023. The project included accessible asphalt trails and concrete pathways, drainage improvements, perimeter fencing, benches, and refuse silos. A new drinking fountain was added in summer 2024 to further enhance the space for park users and their pets.
Project Manager: Darron Ahlstedt
Ward 2
Assumption North Park / Centennial Park - Lighting Improvement - Phase II
New lighting along the riverfront multi-use trail within Assumption North Park, between the base of the Ambassador Bridge and the base of Askin Avenue, was completed in summer 2024. Phase II lighting installation, extending from the base of Askin Avenue to the base of McEwan Avenue through Centennial Park, is now underway and expected to be completed in summer 2025.
The riverfront trail from Huron Church Road to Askin Avenue was resurfaced in 2024, with grass restoration scheduled for spring 2025. Phase II of the trail rehabilitation will continue with resurfacing from Askin Avenue to McEwan Avenue in 2025. This project, including both phases of trail upgrades, was funded in part by a grant from Trans Canada Trail to enhance Windsor's section of Canada's national trail. Visit TCTrail.ca to learn more.
Project Manager: Trevor Duquette
Centennial Park
Construction is now underway on the Centennial Park Staircase Rehabilitation at 1530 Riverside Drive West, between Campbell Avenue and Bridge Avenue. This project began on March 31, 2025, and is expected to take approximately five weeks, weather permitting. The work will repair and restore the public staircase to improve safety, durability, and long-term usability for park visitors. While the construction area will remain fenced off, the rest of the park remains open for public use.
Project Manager: Trevor Duquette
Gateway Park
New outdoor fitness equipment is planned for Gateway Park in 2025, with the proposed location at the corner of Riverside Drive West and Cameron Avenue. Stay tuned for updates.
Project Manager: Trevor Duquette
Malden Park
The Windsor Salt Mine completed drilling in Malden Park in late 2024, and restoration of the grass and landscaping resumed in spring 2025. The off-road bike trails that were previously closed due to the project have now reopened for public use, with improvements completed on both the intermediate section and the Advance Flow Trail.
Project Manager: Trevor Duquette
Mic Mac Park
Two important upgrades are planned for Mic Mac Park starting in fall 2025. The gravel parking lot adjacent to the Kimmy Lucier playground will be paved to provide a cleaner, more accessible parking area for visitors. Additionally, the backstop at Father Cullen Field will be replaced, with construction expected to be completed before the start of the 2026 baseball season.
Project Manager: Darron Ahlstedt
Wilson Park
In spring 2024, a new double-lane batting and cricket cage was installed - the first of its kind in Windsor. This addition is part of ongoing upgrades supporting the Reimagined Adie Knox Herman Recreation Complex project, which includes a new accessible playground, splash pad, sports courts, and upcoming facility expansions.
Project Manager: Trevor Duquette
Ward 3
Dieppe Gardens Park Lookout Area
New improvements to the lookout area are planned for 2025. The project includes new lighting along the south pathway, new railings around the lookout, a new concrete plaza surrounding the eternal flame, and rehabilitation of the south pathway.
Project Manager: Trevor Duquette
Additionally, a new seating area will be installed in 2025 at the foot of Dieppe, across from the Great Canadian Flag. This concrete seating area will feature benches generously donated by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MAAD) Canada.
Project Manager: Darron Ahlstedt
Wigle Park
The new 16-stall parking lot off Mercer Street is now complete and open for use.
Project Manager: Darron Ahlstedt
Ward 4
Stodgell Park
To continue with the recent improvements to the playground and parking lot, a new multi-use asphalt pathway with concrete pads and benches, along with a new pollinator garden, was installed. The removal of the washroom facility has been completed.
Project Manager: Trevor Duquette
Lanspeary Park
The Lanspeary Greenhouses have been relocated to the new greenhouse facility at Jackson Park. Following two phases of public consultation, City Council approved a new conceptual master plan for Lanspeary Park in January 2024. Park improvements will proceed as funding becomes available, with public engagement continuing throughout the process. Visit the Lanspeary Park Redevelopment web page for more information.
Optimist Memorial Park
A new sidewalk was installed in 2024 behind the library to support the development of a community and pollinator garden.
Project Manager: Trevor Duquette
Ward 5
Alexander Park
A new seating area featuring lighting, benches, and a monument honouring the Lebanese community is planned for construction in 2025.
Project Manager: Darron Ahlstedt
Ford Test Track Park
Improvements to the north parking lot at Ford Test Track began April 30, 2025, and will continue into early July, weather permitting. Upgrades include granular surface rehabilitation, improved drainage, and the addition of four new paved accessible parking spaces. The parking lot will remain open to the public, with work zones closed off.
Project Manager: Trevor Duquette
Francois Court Park
A new playground is being installed to replace the previously damaged playground due to vandalism.
Project Manager: Paul Mourad
Robert McDonald Park
Design is underway for a new multi-use trail with lighting and benches, with construction planned to begin in 2025.
Project Manager: Darron Ahlstedt
Ward 6
Homesite Park
A new accessible playground and multi-use trail was constructed in 2023.
Ward 7
Derwent Park
A full-size cricket pitch is currently under construction at Derwent Park, with completion expected by the end of June 2025. Announced in May 2022, this will be the City's first full-size pitch and third pitch overall. For more information, please visit the Derwent Park web page or call 311.
Project Manager: Paul Mourad
Elizabeth Kishkon Park
A new off-leash dog park has been constructed, with reseeding planned for fall 2025. A multi-use trail now connects the park to Little River Boulevard, and construction of a new four-season washroom facility was completed in spring 2025.
Project Manager: Darron Ahlstedt
McHugh Park
A new artificial turf will be installed to replace the existing natural grass field at field #2 at the McHugh Park Soccer Complex. The project is currently under construction for completion by August 2025.
Project Manager: Paul Mourad
Peche Island
Design and installation of a new floating timber bridge connecting both sides of the canal is estimated to be complete and ready for use in fall 2025.
Project Manager: Darron Ahlstedt
Ward 8
Fontainebleau Park
Construction of a new shade structure with picnic tables was completed in the summer of 2024.
Project Manager: Darron Ahlstedt
Kinsmen Norman Road Park
Following public consultation, a park redevelopment concept plan was developed in 2024 featuring a basketball court, shaded picnic area, outdoor fitness equipment, pathways, lighting, trees, and benches. The City is now proceeding with a proposed rezoning to create six residential lots, with proceeds funding the planned improvements. Visit the Kinsmen Norman Road Park Redevelopment web page for more information.
Ward 9
Walker Homesite Park and Bike Trail
Trail improvements include Walker Homesite Bike Trail between Calderwood Avenue northward, including the repaving and widening of the multi-use trail within Walker Homesite Park. A master plan for Walker Homesite Park was endorsed by City Council on September 23, 2024. Visit the Walker Homesite Park web page for more information.
Ward 10
Remington Booster Park
Sports court improvements were completed in 2024 and included resurfacing the existing basketball court, two tennis courts, and six pickleball courts. The project also involved fence repairs, installation of new nets, and the application of coloured surfacing with boundary lines.
Project Managers: Dante Lapico, Paul Mourad
South Cameron Woodlot
A new accessible playground was installed in 2024 as part of the Playground Replacement Program. In addition, as announced by Mayor Drew Dilkens in May of 2022, a new environmentally sensitive multi-use trail is being planned for the woodlot. The feasibility study has been completed. Phase 1A is scheduled for 2025, pending grant approval funding.
Project Manager: Paul Mourad
In addition, as announced by Mayor Drew Dilkens in May of 2022, a new environmentally sensitive multi-use trail is being planned for the woodlot. The feasibility study has been completed. Phase 1A is scheduled for summer of 2025, pending grant approval funding.
Project Manager: Paul Mourad
For further information, please contact:
Parks and Recreation
2450 McDougall Street
Windsor, Ontario, Canada, N8X 3N6
Telephone: (519) 253-2300
Fax: (519) 255-7990
Email: parkrec@citywindsor.ca
For general inquires, please contact 311.
