2023 Completed Parks Projects
March 2023 - The Parks Trail Signage Project aims to improve and update the signage along the trail system to enhance the visitor's experience and improve safety. The project includes the installation of new trail markers, directional signage, and interpretive signs to provide clear and concise information for park visitors. The project will be rolled out over several months. Check back for updates posted on the Parks Project page.
Estimated Completion Timeline: Late 2023
If you have any further questions, please email parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca or call 604.465.2452.
March 2023 - The Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan has designated Harris Road Park as the perfect site for a destination park that emphasizes spontaneous use. Guests are encouraged to explore the park's various features and hidden gems without any strict schedule or pre-planned activities. The goal is to create a destination park that fosters spontaneous use and discovery. A place to unwind, explore, and recharge in the serene natural park setting.
Estimated Design Phase Project Timeline: Late Summer 2023
The initial design phase will incorporate space planning, conceptual design, prioritization, and high-level pricing estimates to achieve the optimal layout for infrastructure additions.If you have any further questions, please email parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca or call 604.465.2452.
September 22, 2023 - Please be advised, that on September 25 part of the Shoreline Trail will be closed for grooming. This is an active worksite. For safety, park users are reminded to avoid the area until the work is completed.
Estimated Project Timeline (weather permitting): September 25, 2023.
Safety Message: This is an active worksite. For safety, park users are reminded to avoid the work area until the trail grooming is completed.
We encourage park users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca.
September 22, 2023 - Please be advised, from September 22 to October 6, the Pitt Meadows Athletic Park (PMAP) walking path on the south side of the main field will undergo repairs. The area will remain open. This is an active worksite. For safety, park users are reminded to avoid the area until the repairs are completed.
Estimated Project Timeline (weather permitting): September 22 to October 6, 2023.
Safety Message: This is an active worksite. For safety, park users are reminded to avoid the work area until the repairs are completed.
We encourage park users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca.
The City of Pitt Meadows Parks Department is hosting a pop-up disc golf event at Bonson Park (11546 Bonson Road) on Saturday, August 26, from 9am-3pm. Participants of all ages, abilities, and experience levels are welcome.
Disc golf is an outdoor sport and is played like regular golf except with discs thrown into baskets. It is fun and accessible to players of all ages and abilities, disc golf can be played year-round, it's a great way to spend time in nature, and exercise at your own pace.
A temporary disc golf course will be set up at Bonson Park and participants will be given guidance from volunteers and City staff. There will be activities and competitions including longest drive and accuracy challenges. This event is to foster community spirit and gauge interest in a permanent disc golf course in the community.
Interested individuals can drop by Bonson Park on Saturday, August 26, from 9am-3pm and give disc golf a try!
Email parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca if you have additional questions.
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Spring 2023 –The Vancouver Bandits recently donated basketball hoops and nets for the Pitt Meadows community courts in Mitchell Park. This is a testament to their commitment to grassroots sports development. Thanks to these upgrades we are poised to provide a better platform for our budding basketball enthusiasts to hone their skills and, ultimately, contribute to the growth of the sport. The new nets have been installed and are ready for the Pitt Meadows community to use. Thank you Vancouver Bandits!
Invasive Plant Removal & Cleanup - Grabenhorst Garden
Wednesdays in July and August, from 10am-2pm (rain or shine): July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16 and 30
Register to volunteer and fill in an application before the event.The City of Pitt Meadows Parks Department is hosting a “Weeding Wednesday” events at Grabenhorst Garden on select Wednesdays in July and August from 10am-2pm. Participants of all ages, abilities, and experience levels are welcome, including family and friends.
This event is a volunteer activity to help re-establish garden beds by weeding, pruning, raking, and general cleanup. Participants will be provided with a location once their volunteer registration application is complete through the Better Impact Volunteer Program. Student volunteers who need proof of volunteer hours will be provided with a written letter after the event (speak with staff at the event).
Interested individuals must register as a volunteer ahead of time and sign up for this specific activity through the Better Impact Volunteer Program. Participants are encouraged to dress appropriately, and wear sturdy comfortable boots. Gloves, tools, safety glasses, bug spray, sunscreen, drinking water and small snacks will be provided. There is a portable washroom on site, but no running water.
Email parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca if you have additional questions.
Protect a Tree for Earth Day
This Earth Day, help support trees around the community by purchasing a tree watering bag. Tree watering bags will be available at a wholesale cost of $18.75 (plus tax) at City Hall .
These 15-gallon tree watering bags provide a slow drip irrigation system directly to tree roots over an extended period of time. An ideal solution that can be used year round for soaking ground and roots before digging, providing continuous water during summer droughts, and can reduce transplant shock. Have a large tree? No problem. Easily zip two bags together and get the results you need.
Visit City Hall (12007 Harris Rd) during regular business hours (and pick up your new tree watering bag! Bags are available while supplies last, with a limit of two bags per person.
We accept Visa, Mastercard, Debit, cash, or cheque.
Please note: Tree bags are not automatically put onto boulevard trees. Boulevard trees are maintained by the property owner. If you notice a boulevard tree that is in need of attention/water/maintenance, please notify our Parks department by calling 604.465.2434 during regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm except holidays).
If you would like to know more about tree watering bags on City-owned trees, please visit our Tree Protection page.
Watering Bag Instructions
Step 1:
Place the back of the watering bag against the trunk, with zippers on the uphill side of the tree. Wrap both sides around the trunk until the zippers meet together. Zip both sides of the bag together from bottom to top.Step 2:
Lift up the tag at the top of the bag to expose the fill opening. Insert the water hose (up to 3" diameter) into the fill opening, turn on the water supply and begin filling. NOTE: Fill the bag only to approximately 1/4 capacity.Step 3:
Gently lift up the two black straps at the top of the bag in order to fully expand the bottom.Step 4:
Fill with water to the top of the bag. The watering bag will be empty in approximately 5 to 9 hours. Small holes are located at the bottom of the bags to release water. Please make sure these holes do not become clogged. You can remove bags after water is released or keep them on trees for the duration of the watering season. Remove bags from trees post-watering season. We do not encourage putting fertilizer in the watering bags or fertilizing the trees, fertilizers usually damage young trees.Invasive Plant Removal & Cleanup - Grabenhorst Garden
Wednesday, June 21 from 10am-2pm (rain or shine)
Register to volunteer and fill in an application before the event
The City of Pitt Meadows Parks Department is hosting a “Weeding Wednesday” event at Grabenhorst Garden on June 21 from 10am-2pm. Participants of all ages, abilities, and experience levels are welcome, including family and friends.
This event is a volunteer activity to help re-establish garden beds by weeding, pruning, raking, and general cleanup. Participants will be provided with a location once their volunteer registration application is complete through the Better Impact Volunteer Program. Student volunteers who need proof of volunteer hours will be provided with a written letter after the event (speak with staff at the event).
Interested individuals must register as a volunteer ahead of time and sign up for this specific activity through the Better Impact Volunteer Program (click the button above). Participants are encouraged to dress appropriately, wear sturdy and comfortable boots, and bring sunscreen and bug spray. Gloves, tools, and safety glasses will be provided. There is a portable washroom on site, but no running water, so remember to bring your own filled water bottle.
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The Parks Department teamed up with local Girl Guides and the Green Team to restore habitats in our community! With 47 enthusiastic participants, they eliminated 10 cubic meters (equivalent to 63 bathtubs) of invasive plants! This fosters greater biodiversity, ensures a resilient, and functional, and beautiful environment for all to enjoy.
Updated May 9, 2023 - The Mitchell Park racquet and multi-sport courts are now open for use. Thank you for your patience.
We encourage park users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca.
Updated May 2, 2023 - Please be advised that the Mitchell Park racquet and multi-sport courts will remain closed until further notice. Due to the cold and wet weather, the surface seal has not set properly and needs to be reassessed by the contractor.
Safety Message:
- For safety, park users are reminded to stay off the courts. The courts will be closed until the project is complete.
We encourage park users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca. Thank you for your patience.
Updated April 12, 2023 - Please be advised that the Mitchell Park racquet and multi-sport courts will remain closed until April 21, 2023. Due to the cold and wet weather conditions, the surface seal needs additional time to set.
Timeline (weather permitting):
- April 21, 2023
- The courts will be closed until the surface seal sets and is ready for use.
Safety Message:
- For safety, park users are reminded to stay off the courts while the surface seal sets. The courts will be closed until the project is complete.
We encourage park users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca.
Updated March 23, 2023 - Please be advised that the Mitchell Park racquet and multi-sport courts will be closed for repairs and improvements from March 27-31 (weather permitting). These enhancements are part of the Mitchell Park upgrade plan and will include fixing cracks, filling low spots, seal coat application and line repainting.
While this is taking place, two sections of the Mitchell Park trail will also undergo repairs; the trail is experiencing sloughing and cracking. The remainder of the trail that is unaffected by this project will remain open.
Timeline (weather permitting):
- March 27 to 31, 2023.
- The courts will be closed until the project is complete.
Safety Message:
- For safety, park users are reminded to stay off the courts while the surface seal sets. The courts will be closed until the project is complete.
- We are asking park users to avoid the trail repair area, as it is an active worksite.
We encourage park users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca.
March 2023 - The surface of the multi-sport and racquet court at Mitchell Park has become cracked and needs resurfacing. This project aims to eliminate tripping hazards and minimize standing water on the court by applying multiple coats of aviation-grade sealcoating material and acrylic line painting. Additionally, the project will involve the installation of new tennis nets and pop-up nets for pickleball. This refurbishment will breathe new life into the court and make it safe and enjoyable for players of all levels.
Estimated Completion Timeline: Fall 2023
If you have any further questions, please email parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca or call 604.465.2452.
Updated May 16, 2023 - Please be advised that the Shoreline Trail is open for use. The trail resurfacing improvements are not complete, and will continue at a later date. Information will be posted on the trail and on this page once a contractor has been scheduled.
Updated May 3, 2023 - Please be advised that from May 8 to May 10, 2023, the Shoreline Trail will be closed for resurfacing. During this time, the gravel path will be levelled, groomed, and topped with fresh material.
Timeline (weather permitting):
- May 8 to May 10, 2023
- The trail will be closed until the project is complete. This work is weather permitting.
Safety Message:
- For safety, trail users are reminded to stay off the trail, as it is an active worksite.
- The trail will be closed until the project is complete.
We encourage trail users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca.
Update! January 6, 2023 – Please be advised that the water access improvements at Menzies Crossing (formerly known as Silver Bridge) are 90% complete. The parking lot line painting in the loading area and a final grade of the launch surface should be completed by the spring/summer of 2023. The water access area/launch and the northwest portion of the parking lot are now open to the public.
Estimated Project Timeline (weather permitting): Spring/Summer, 2023.
We encourage park users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca.
October 19, 2022 – Please be advised that the water access improvements at Menzies Crossing (formerly known as Silver Bridge) will start on Monday, October 24, 2022. The park and parking lot will remain open but at a limited capacity. There will be no water access and the northwest portion of the parking lot will be closed to the public.
Estimated Project Timeline (weather permitting): October 24 to late November, 2022.
Safety Message: This is an active worksite, the water access area and the northwest portion of the parking lot are closed. For safety, park users are reminded to avoid closed areas. We are asking park users to avoid the work areas until the project is completed.
We encourage park users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca.
September 2, 2022 – The existing water access area at Menzies Crossing Park (formerly known as Silver Bridge) requires a major overhaul. These improvements will include:
- Regrading of launch surface
- Path widening for two-way traffic flow
- Drainage improvements
- Creation of designated loading and unloading zone
- Riparian planting with native shrub bed
Park Closure (Dates TBD)
The park, vehicle access and walking path along the dike to the south may be affected. More details will be available in the coming weeks.Anticipated Timeline (weather permitting):
Late October to November
The project is scheduled to commence in October with an estimated completion date of November.We expect specific details in the coming weeks and will update the information accordingly. We encourage park users with additional comments, concerns or questions to reach out to our parks team at parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca.
Join the Lower Mainland Green Team at Grabenhorst Garden
Saturday, May 13 from 9:45am to 1:00pm (rain or shine)
REGISTER as a Green Team Volunteer before the event at the Meet Up Group or email ashton@greenteamscanada.caThe City of Pitt Meadows and the Lower Mainland Green Teams of Canada are hosting a weed-pulling event. Participants of all ages, abilities, and experience levels are welcome, including families and friends.
The event is a volunteer activity to clean up the future location of the Rose Grabenhorst Garden in Pitt Meadows. Participants will be removing invasive Himalayan blackberry, English Ivy & Horsetail, pruning shrubs, and removing green debris. The event will create a new public space that will open in a few years. Participants will receive educational instruction, snacks, and tools for the activity.
The activity will take place rain or shine, starting at 9:45 am and ending at 1 pm. There will be a break around 11:30 am for snacks.
The site is located near the Pitt Meadows Golf Club, and the exact address will be shared with participants prior to the activity. The activity is not accessible by transit and has very limited parking. Participants are encouraged to carpool, bike, or use another form of active transportation to get to the event.
Interested individuals must register as a Green Team volunteer ahead of time and sign up for this specific activity through Meetup or email. Participants are encouraged to wear long sleeves and long thick pants, sturdy and comfortable boots, and bring their refillable water bottle, gardening gloves, and tools. Gloves, tools, and safety glasses will be provided if needed.
Participants will be part of the creation of a future green space and increase biodiversity, meet new people, improve their mental and physical health by being in nature, get exercise and fresh air in a beautiful green space, learn how to identify invasive plants and how to remove them, learn about local environmental issues and how to address them, get volunteer hours, and have fun!
February 21, 2023 - Thank you for sharing your feedback, the surveys are now closed.
From February 1 to 20, the City of Pitt Meadows asked for feedback on the implementation of four key park projects identified in the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan.
The projects included:
- Pitt Meadows Athletic Park and how best to use the Amenity Lands
- Space planning and improvements for Harris Road Park
- Playground renewal for Mitchell Park
- Playground renewal for North Commons Park
The feedback gathered will help ensure that the space planning and amenities of parks will meet the community's growing needs.
If you have any further questions, please email parksandrec@pittmeadows.ca or call 604.465.2452. If you have a privacy concern, contact the Privacy Head at 604.465.5454.
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Welcome to Pitt Meadows Parks Air Bee and Bee!
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Bee hotels are a great way to help our solitary bees by providing much-needed shelter in our gardens and park spaces. It is estimated that there are around 500 species of bees in British Columbia. Most of them are solitary bees that do not live in hives and do not make any honey.
Solitary bees are the super-pollinators of the garden! They live solo and forage and fend for themselves. Unlike honey bees, these solitary bees are extremely docile and are up to three times more effective at pollinating! The availability of nesting sites is key to the survival of these species. Our hotels are made from sustainable materials that are easy to keep clean and maintain.
Where you can find the bee hotels: Civic Centre, Harris Road Park, MacLean Park, North Commons Park, Hammond Boulevard, and Shoreline Park.
We would like to give a special thanks to the kids from this year's Build it Camp. They helped create these new spaces for the bees to live in. Thanks for bee-ing there kids!
This project was partially funded by the BC Hydro Community ReGreening Program.