Parksville Community Park Improvements


Parksville Community Park infrastructure improvements and upgrade projects received $655,000 in support from the Canada Community-Building Fund Community Works Fund. Funds were allocated to roads and sidewalks upgrades ($235,000), accessible trails and pathways ($200,000), park equipment and furniture ($100,000), resurfacing of the tennis/pickleball courts ($90,000), and refurbishment of the skateboard park ($30,000).

Major improvements and upgrades to amenities in the Parksville Community Park are now complete. We listened to concerns from park users who will now be better served with a new washroom building, improved accessible connections throughout the park, upgraded sports courts, new fencing and viewing platforms at the sand volleyball courts, a new gathering space, and improved drop off areas.

In 2023, the Parksville Community Park, turned 100 years. Purchased in 1923 by the Parksville Women’s Institute from Joe Hirst for $3,500, the park is home to many events hosted by community groups and organizations and welcomes thousands of visitors to the park and Parksville Bay beach each year.

New Project
Relocation of Beach Festival exhibition

Ongoing Project
Stormwater Management
Waterfront Walkway in Parksville Community Park

Completed Projects
Gathering Plaza
Lions Ventureland Playground
Parksville Bay Beach Access Mat
Parksville Outdoor Theatre
Pedestrian and Vehicle Connections
Skatepark
Volleyball Events Area
Washroom Building

City parks support the health of our community and contribute to the economic and environmental well-being of our City. For information about City parks and our beaches and open spaces, refer to our website.


Parksville Community Park infrastructure improvements and upgrade projects received $655,000 in support from the Canada Community-Building Fund Community Works Fund. Funds were allocated to roads and sidewalks upgrades ($235,000), accessible trails and pathways ($200,000), park equipment and furniture ($100,000), resurfacing of the tennis/pickleball courts ($90,000), and refurbishment of the skateboard park ($30,000).

Major improvements and upgrades to amenities in the Parksville Community Park are now complete. We listened to concerns from park users who will now be better served with a new washroom building, improved accessible connections throughout the park, upgraded sports courts, new fencing and viewing platforms at the sand volleyball courts, a new gathering space, and improved drop off areas.

In 2023, the Parksville Community Park, turned 100 years. Purchased in 1923 by the Parksville Women’s Institute from Joe Hirst for $3,500, the park is home to many events hosted by community groups and organizations and welcomes thousands of visitors to the park and Parksville Bay beach each year.

New Project
Relocation of Beach Festival exhibition

Ongoing Project
Stormwater Management
Waterfront Walkway in Parksville Community Park

Completed Projects
Gathering Plaza
Lions Ventureland Playground
Parksville Bay Beach Access Mat
Parksville Outdoor Theatre
Pedestrian and Vehicle Connections
Skatepark
Volleyball Events Area
Washroom Building

City parks support the health of our community and contribute to the economic and environmental well-being of our City. For information about City parks and our beaches and open spaces, refer to our website.

Please feel free to ask us a question about these exciting new park improvements!

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  • Hi...yes, me again. So now that Council has denied the further 250K ask, what does that mean for what the lacrosse box changes will be, please? Unsure what was in-scope under each of those budget numbers but it would certainly be nice to know what will now actually be constructed/changed.

    Kevin Martin asked 8 days ago

    This project will be considered by Council at today's Council meeting at 1 pm. The meeting will be webstreamed live and archived from the City's website from this link https://www.parksville.ca/cms.asp?wpID=445 

  • Hi again, thought I would confirm current status of the Lacrosse Box upgrade project as I once again saw it mentioned in the recent news article where Council was debriefed on 2026 projects. Did that get formally presented and if so, are there now 'firm' plans to proceed with the upgrades? As well then, if those plans exist (timelines and such), are those available for us to peruse?

    Kevin Martin asked 25 days ago

    At this time, the lacrosse box project is in design phase so there are no plans to view. There is currently an approved $750k budget for the design/engineering and construction of the project. A further 250k will be requested as part of the 2026 financial plan process. We expect plans to be complete in January followed by project costing at which time a decision will be made to proceed or reconsider due to costs. The scope at this time is for a complete renewal of a multi use court with priority to lacrosse and also accommodate pickleball, basketball and ball hockey.

  • Hi there, I don't see the Lacrosse Box resurfacing project on the site anywhere. This project has been talked about for several years and I thought it was finally in the plan for this year. Is this not the case? If not, is it definitely in scope for 2026??

    Kevin Martin asked 9 months ago

    Thanks for your questions. In 2025, funding is allocated for design/feasibility/research for this project and there is funding funding tentatively allocated in the 2026 budget for construction. 

  • Just curious when the trail between Community Park and Rathtrevor Park will get under way. As I recall, the project funding was approved and complete. As well, what is the full timeline for the project please? If the RDN is running with this rather than Parksville, please advise who to reach out to for more info. Thank you.

    Kevin Martin asked over 1 year ago

    Details about the Rathtrevor pathway project are available on Let's Talk Parksville - https://letstalkparksville.ca/ntbc-partnership. This page outlines the timeline for the City of Parksville's project and also provides project documents.  

  • Hello, what's the ETA on the reopening of the splash park?

    ray asked almost 2 years ago

    Hi! The splash park operates between May and September - usually turned on the week before the May long weekend. 

  • Is the waterpark going to be operational this summer? When will the washrooms be re-opened?

    Nadine asked over 2 years ago

    Afternoon, we are working with BC Hydro delays to get the splash park and washrooms reopened as soon as we can. At this time, we do not have a confirmed date

  • Is the children's park at the community park open on Thursday? I heard it was not.

    Stacey asked over 2 years ago

    Hello, upgrades are still underway in the Lions Ventureland Playground, expected to be finished next week. A section of the playground does remain open for play. 

  • Hi there...I recall reading that the Lacross Pen in Community Park was also going to see resurfacing together with new lines painted for pickleball courts. I didn't see this covered off in the project scope for the tennis courts resurfacing/reconfiguration project. Will the Lacross pen be resurfaced under that project and at the same time? As well, what is the timing for this work to commence please?

    Kevin Martin asked almost 3 years ago

    Hello, the lacrosse box resurfacing was recommended and budget approved for 2023. The City has received additional information and user requests and staff are working on follow-up information for Council to be considered at a public meeting; no date has been set.

  • If I am correct, the existing washroom will be still kept? If so, in the case of both washrooms, will you include an automatic door button for the 'accessible' washroom? The existing one does not have one, making it nearly impossible for me, with my walker, to get in. The door is extremely heavy. I have to jam my walker in to hold the door and push my way through. I don't see how anyone in a wheelchair could do this.

    Myhometown asked almost 3 years ago

    Hello, you are correct, the existing washroom will remain. The new washroom will be fitted with automatic door buttons for accessibility and as part of the projects in the Parksville Community Park, are looking at adding to the existing washroom facility.

  • What are the plans to protect and rehabilitate the large tree (I believe it’s a maple) that has the “Waterfront Walkway” sign next to it? The trees root zone has out grown it’s space. I’d like to suggest that an air spade be used to do a root excavation and the soil replaced with the proper amendments to improve the health and longevity of the tree. Maybe this is already part of the plan, if not it is a missed opportunity.

    CanuckTreeGuy asked almost 3 years ago

    Hello. The tree is not within the scope of the project. Your question was provided to operations/park who advised, "they like the idea presented and will look to follow through on the suggestion". So thank you!

Page last updated: 20 Mar 2025, 11:48 AM