Olympic Plaza

Location    mapCommunity: Downtown – 228 8 Ave. S.E.Parking: Typical Downtown parking – this park is right along the C-train line Gordie’s Review (3 years old) – I liked playing in the water!Features: Sculpture of the “Famous Five”, large seating area, stage, waterfalls, year round washroom, Ice skating (winter), concession (seasonal)Water Features: Large reflecting pond with … Read more

Central Memorial Park

Location    mapCommunity: Downtown (beltline) – 1221 2 St. S.W.Parking: typical downtown parking Gordie’s Review (3 years old) – I liked the fountains! (I think he actually means the sprays along the walkway)Features: Cenotaph, pathways, Memorial Public Library with WWI soldier statue in front, Boer War, Memorial equestrian statue, Memorial honouring Rt. Hon. Richard Bedford BennettWater … Read more

Heritage Park – Rides

1900 Heritage Drive S.W.
One of the aspects of Heritage Park that kids most look forward to is undeniably the rides. In addition to the train (see more about the trains of Heritage Park here) there are also 6 different amusement park rides, ride on the paddle wheeler and take a wagon ride. Each ride is $3. (see above Parking info for information about the Trolley also included with the pass)

Big Marlborough Park Playground

Location    map Community: Marlborough – Madigan Drive and Manora Drive NEParking:There is a small parking lot on the North side of the park near the playground but you still have to walk across some grass to get there. Gordie’s Review (3 years old) – “what was the best part?” “the little hills” Age Range:2-8Ground Cover: … Read more

Forest Heights–Fonda Way Playground

Location    map Community: Forest Heights – Fonda Way and Fonda Close SEParking: Free street parking. Gordie’s Review (3 years old) – “what was the best part?” “climbing!” Age Range: 3-8Ground Cover: Pea gravel Features: Gaqzebo play structure with slide and standing spinner; 2 seater bouncer, 2 swings (1 baby).Surrounding Park Area: some flat grassy area … Read more

Simons Valley School Playground

Location    map Community: Sandstone – Sandarac Drive and Sandalwood GateParking: Free street parking. There is also some parking lots that you may be able to use.Note: This is a school playground. You may be asked to leave during school hours. Gordie’s Review (3 years old): “What was the best part of the park?” “the hole … Read more