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Ontario Upgrading Croft Recreation Park In Magnetawan

Muskoka411 Staff — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:49:20 +0000

$200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund supporting economic growth and building healthier communities

The Ontario government is investing $500,000 to protect jobs and revitalize Croft Recreation Park in Ahmic Harbour. This investment is part of the province’s $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF), a provincewide initiative that helps communities revitalize local facilities, grow the economy and promote active, healthy living across Ontario.

“Our government continues to support municipalities to provide spaces where their residents can get active,” said Graydon Smith, MPP for Parry Sound-Muskoka. “This project will enhance recreational activities at the park to ensure that there is something for everyone. Thank you to the Ministry of Sport for seeing the value in the project and thank you to the Municipality of Magnetawan for making it a priority for your residents.”

This project will breath new life into the park by revitalizing the baseball diamond, revamping the playground with accessible equipment and adding a skate, bike and pump park to ensure inclusive play for everyone.

“At a time when Ontario families are facing rising costs due to tariffs, our government is proud to support organizations focused on delivering better services for people while breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for children and young people,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport. “With investments in infrastructure like this, we are protecting Ontario jobs, strengthening our communities and building a more resilient and self-reliant economy.”

CSRIF is a key part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario workers, businesses and families by unleashing the economy and getting more shovels in the ground, with a historic $200 billion investment to build highways, hospitals, transit, schools and other critical infrastructure across the province.

“We are excited and thrilled to partner with the Provincial Government to bring exciting improvements to the Croft Recreational Park. This much needed investment will enhance recreational opportunities for families, youth, and visitors, while strengthening the sense of community that makes Magnetawan such a special place. By expanding facilities and improving access to green spaces we are creating a park that will serve as a hub for health, connection, family memories and enjoyment for generations to come.” – Sam Dunnett, Mayor, Municipality of Magnetawan

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Have Your Say! Share Your Feedback On Proposed Bracebridge Community Park

Muskoka411 Staff — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 13:02:26 +0000

Residents and stakeholders are invited to attend an in-person public open house to review the draft concepts for a proposed community park on Thursday, April 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Bracebridge Sportsplex. The proposed 9.34 hectare parkland is located between Little Ryan’s Way, Douglas Drive and the Canadian National (CN) Rail Line and is planned to include a:

Pump track and park shelter;
Parking area with access from Douglas Drive;
Site furnishings including benches, picnic tables, bike racks and garbage containers;
Portable washroom facilities;
Trail linkages; and
Signage and fencing.

For those unable to attend in-person, comments and feedback can be submitted online at engagebracebridge.ca/communitypark.

Town of Bracebridge staff carried out a feasibility study for the development of a pump track bike park from 2019 to 2021. This study confirmed that the addition of a community park would be well-utilized by residents and visitors, and provide an additional option for physical activity, an outdoor space for youth, and community engagement.

In March, Public Works staff presented Staff Report PW001-23, to Town Council to discuss the conceptual design and cost estimate for the community park and pump track on the Town-owned parkland.

To learn more about the proposed community park, visit engagebracebridge.ca/communitypark.

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New Things Are Coming To Kinsmen Park In Gravenhurst

Muskoka411 Staff — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 01:12:22 +0000

Playground to be Closed June 24th to July 14th

The Town of Gravenhurst is excited to announce the complete replacement of the play structures at Kinsmen Park, situated at 1300 Muskoka Rd. S.

As part of the 2021 Capital Budget, Council approved a financial allocation to replace the existing 1997 play structure.

The new playground design creates a unique social, creative, and imaginative play environment while promoting motor development using a series of challenging activities.

Features include:

3 Slides: Wavy, Zip and Spiral
Saucer Swing
‘Whirlwind Seat’ spinner
‘Kidnetix Twirl’ spinner
Sloped Funnel, River Rock and Wave climbers
‘Challenge Canyon’ bridge
Storefront and Animal Race panels
Crunch Bar and Chinning Bar

Design, supply, and installation of the new playground is being carried out by Park N Play Design Co. Ltd. and is scheduled for completion by July 14th. Opening date may be postponed due to weather and/or equipment supply.

Due to safety concerns, the playground will be temporarily closed to the public until all construction and final inspection is completed.

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Walter Henry Park In West Orillia Opens To The Public

Muskoka411 Staff — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 05:08:06 +0000

A new park in West Orillia is open to the public and with a name sure to inspire.

On Tuesday, Nov. 10, the City of Orillia announced the official opening and naming of the new neighbourhood park located on Orion Boulevard. The new park is named after Walter Henry, an acclaimed boxer who emigrated to Orillia in 1957 from Northern Ireland.

“Walter Henry is a local and national athletic hero. His list of accomplishments is impressive, and we are proud to call him one of Orillia’s own,” said Mayor Steve Clarke. “This new park will serve the growing population in West Orillia and has something for everyone in the city to enjoy. It will no doubt be a stand-out feature for Orillia, and for that Walter Henry is the perfect namesake.”

The City’s Recreation Advisory Committee recommended naming the park after Henry following a nomination to the committee by life-long Orillia resident Mel St. Onge. The name was ultimately approved by Council.

Henry rose to boxing fame in Canada, participating in his first fight in the country in 1958. He went on to represent Canada at the British Empire Games, the Pan American Games, and the Olympic Games, among others. In 1974, he was inducted into the Canadian Boxing Hall of Fame. In 2015, Henry was voted “Orillia’s Greatest Athlete” and was inducted into the Orillia Sports Hall of Fame during its inaugural year.

“This is a great honour and I thank Mel St. Onge for the nomination and the City of Orillia for this and the many honours they have bestowed upon me over the years. I am truly humbled,” said Henry. “Physical activity and fresh air is important for our youth and parks such as this allow for a safe and fun place for them to enjoy.”

Walter Henry Park sits on 8.3 acres, including a preserved woodlot in the rear section of the park and sidewalk and trail connections out into the surrounding residential area. The park was approved by Council for $3.2 million and has been under construction since spring 2020 by Pine Valley Corporation. Landscape architects Brad Fleisher and Kelly Hunter from FRP Inc. designed the project.

Features include an adventure playground with a tree fort and oversized tube slide and a zipline. Also included are pickleball courts, a half basketball court, a toboggan hill, splash pad, shade structure, washroom building, butterfly garden, tree planting, an asphalt parking area, accessible trails and walkways, and an oversized concrete salamander designed as a climbable play feature.

The park is now open to the public and will be ready for full use in the summer of 2021.

For more information about Walter Henry Park, visit orillia.ca/parks.

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