Mission Creek play structure renewal

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Project Update: March 3, 2025

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is excited to unveil an updated design for new playground equipment at Mission Creek Regional Park. The updated design ensures an inclusive and accessible play space for users of all abilities between the ages of two and 12.

Clickable rendering: hover over the yellow circles for more information about the playground.

The new design was informed by over 228 survey responses and additional community feedback about the initial design. Top priorities for residents included the addition of poured-in-place rubber surfacing and more accessible play elements for a range of ages. Features range from an accessible poured-in-place rubber surface, to additional inclusive play elements and equipment that meets or exceeds Canadian Safety Standards. Sensory play along with spinning, climbing and interpretive panels will bring children of all ages and abilities into the space. Two areas for children two to five and five to 12, provide developmentally appropriate areas and play opportunities. The existing adjacent play areas, including the swings, rope climbing structure and multi-sensory play area, will remain unaltered.

To find out more, residents can:

  • View the updated documents and design for the playground and post questions (below) until March 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
  • Attend an in-person community open house on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the EECO Classroom at 2363A Springfield Road in Mission Creek Regional Park to view poster displays of playground renderings, including design details and descriptions of play elements.
  • Ask questions and meet RDCO Parks Services staff as they welcome visitors to view the design and listen to feedback about the project.

Project FAQ

Project Update: March 3, 2025

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is excited to unveil an updated design for new playground equipment at Mission Creek Regional Park. The updated design ensures an inclusive and accessible play space for users of all abilities between the ages of two and 12.

Clickable rendering: hover over the yellow circles for more information about the playground.

The new design was informed by over 228 survey responses and additional community feedback about the initial design. Top priorities for residents included the addition of poured-in-place rubber surfacing and more accessible play elements for a range of ages. Features range from an accessible poured-in-place rubber surface, to additional inclusive play elements and equipment that meets or exceeds Canadian Safety Standards. Sensory play along with spinning, climbing and interpretive panels will bring children of all ages and abilities into the space. Two areas for children two to five and five to 12, provide developmentally appropriate areas and play opportunities. The existing adjacent play areas, including the swings, rope climbing structure and multi-sensory play area, will remain unaltered.

To find out more, residents can:

  • View the updated documents and design for the playground and post questions (below) until March 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
  • Attend an in-person community open house on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the EECO Classroom at 2363A Springfield Road in Mission Creek Regional Park to view poster displays of playground renderings, including design details and descriptions of play elements.
  • Ask questions and meet RDCO Parks Services staff as they welcome visitors to view the design and listen to feedback about the project.

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  • Past project updates

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    Project update: September 6, 2024

    The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is temporarily pausing the play structure renewal project at Mission Creek Regional Park. We have heard the feedback and we are listening.

    The project start has been delayed until spring 2025 to allow for further evaluation of accessibility standards, scheduling and material availability. This extra time will ensure that we can address the community’s concerns.

    The RDCO remains committed to providing safe and enjoyable recreational spaces across the region. We look forward to delivering an upgraded playground that will serve our community for years to come.

    We appreciate the community’s input and patience as we work to ensure the best possible outcome for this project.

    Project update: October 2023

    Survey announcement: October 19, 2023

    It’s time to renew the wood playground at Mission Creek Regional Park and we want to hear from you!

    In 2012, the Mission Creek Regional Park playground was expanded in consultation with the community. Improvements included adding swings, a rope climbing structure, a multi-sensory play area and safety surfacing. The timber playground structure installed in 1997 met the needs of the community at the time and remained in place.

    Due to the playground structure’s age, condition, and ability to continue to meet safety requirements in an effective manner it is scheduled to be replaced in 2024. A similar structure would include slides, raised walkways, monkey bars and interactive play panels.

    The survey has now closed. We received 228 survey completions. All feedback will be considered along with other technical and financial considerations.


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