Courtenay Annual Report 2025 draft

2023–26

Status

Notes

Lewis Centre needs assessment and capital improvements

Planned

This initiative has been postponed until the completion of the Recreation Strategic Plan.

Parks and Recreation Master Plan implementation strategy – park development

Planned

Development of an implementation strategy for park development under the Parks and Recreation Master Plan is planned for 2025–2027.

Bill Moore Park

In progress

Work on the Bill Moore Park plan began in early 2026, with community engagement planned for spring and summer 2026.

New pickleball courts

In progress

An options analysis is complete. Detailed design for new pickleball courts at Lewis Park is underway, with construction expected in 2027.

Harmston Park Plan (DVLAP)

In progress

This work has been reorganized under the Downtown Vitalization Local Area Plan project. Detailed design will follow completion of the DVLAP.

McPhee Meadows

In progress

McPhee Meadows park on the Puntledge River was completed in fall 2025. Next steps include identifying options for beach access and an angler’s trail, with more information to follow in mid-2026.

Sport allocation policy and implementation (regional collaboration)

In progress

Engagement is complete. Policy development is underway, with a draft expected in spring 2026

Recreation Strategic Plan: review recreation programs and engage with the community on current and future needs and changing demographics

In progress

The Recreation Strategic Plan project is expected to launch in spring 2026.

Parks and Public Spaces Regulation Bylaw – communication and implementation

In progress

The Parks and Public Spaces Regulation Bylaw has been substantially implemented, with additional service-specific policy work planned. A Good Neighbour Guide for parks and public spaces will be available in spring 2026.

Recreation facility rental policy (safe and inclusive spaces and access)

Planned

Work on this project is expected to begin in spring 2026.

Implement Memorial Bench program In progress

Work on the Memorial Bench Program is underway, with implementation planned for 2026.

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