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Tree Planting in Parks and Boulevards The City planted approximately 100 trees in parks this past autumn. Trees have been strategically placed to provide shade for park users. You will notice that there is a higher density of trees around playgrounds to provide shade for children and their caregivers. An additional 100 trees were planted along the walkway that runs between Elderberry Crescent and Prestwick Place/Crown Isle Boulevard (behind The Rise development) in East Courtenay as part of a BC Hydro and Tree Canada Community Regreening Grant project. The tree species were selected for their drought tolerance, cold hardiness, and suitability for our current and future climate. The tree plantings are in line with the goals of the Urban Forest Strategy: • Increase canopy cover • Increase species diversity • Enhance resiliency of the Urban Forest with respect to insect pests and disease • Enhance resiliency of the Urban Forest with respect to a changing climate

COURTENAY PARKS

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More information about Courtenay’s Urban Forest Strategy can be found at www.courtenay.ca/trees

Courtenay Park Bookings

To book a park or play field , call the Lewis Centre at 250-338-5371.

Courtenay Recreation coordinates the use of all parks and school playing fields located in the City of Courtenay. Field Closures: Fields may be closed due to weather conditions. We would appreciate your cooperation in not using the fields during these times. Courtenay Recreation also books the Artificial Turf Field located at GP Vanier. Please note that only limited spaces are available.

Schools: • Arden • Mark Isfeld • Lake Trail • G.P. Vanier • Valley View

City Parks: • Bill Moore Park • Puntledge Park • Lewis Park • Valley View Park • Martin Park

• Huband Park • Queneesh El. • Courtenay El. • Puntledge Park

• Woodcote Park • Standard Park • Simms Park • Courtenay Riverway

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COURTENAY PARKS | 250-338-5371 | 250-338-1525 | courtenay.ca/parks