Strathcona Beach Park is now home to three new inclusive play structures, part of the City of Âé¶čAVâs continued push to make public spaces welcoming for everyone.
The new installations, an accessible Hedra Scout play structure, a We-Go-Round carousel designed for wheelchairs, and a sensory play centre with interactive touch panels for children aged two to five
âThese additions promote barrier-free access to Strathcona Beach Park, creating opportunities for children of all abilities to play, explore, and connect,â said Mayor Tom Dyas. âThese improvements help ensure families can enjoy welcoming spaces and create lasting memories together. We are proud to support vibrant outdoor spaces that bring our community together.â
The project marks the second phase of the parkâs transformation and was made possible through a partnership between the city and the Kiwanis Legacy Endowment Fund, which is administered by the Âé¶čAV General Hospital Foundation (KGH).
âWe are so proud to help shape spaces where every child feels welcome, included, and able to experience the joy of play. This is what community means to us.â,â said Wendy Falkowski, chair of the Kiwanis Legacy Fund.
Other upgrades include improved surfacing and restoration work.
âWe know that health begins in community, and this project is a meaningful investment in early childhood well-being and the connections that help families thrive, a cause weâre proud to champion,â Allison Young, CEO of the KGH Foundation, said.
