Lakeshore Launches Skate Park Survey

Help plan the future of skate parks throughout the municipality

Calling all skaters, bikers, and bladers, Lakeshore needs your help to plan improvements to the Belle River Optimist Park (705 Notre Dame) skate park and other skate-friendly assets throughout the municipality.

Residents and visitors are invited to share their feedback in an online survey until May 16, 2025. The survey asks how they currently use skate parks in Lakeshore and what they would like to see in the future.

The survey is available online at Lakeshore.ca/SkateSurvey. It gives respondents the chance to provide general feedback about skate parks, as well as more detailed responses about skate park features.

“Feedback from users is incredibly valuable. It helps to ensure the investments and improvements we make reflect the experience and desires of those who use these amenities every day,” said Mayor Tracey Bailey.

As part of the 2025 Budget, Council approved $300,000 for the renovation of the skate park at Optimist Park in Belle River (Budget item PRK-24-6712). With a typical lifespan of 20 years, the current skate park equipment has reached the end of its useful life. The updates will include a skate-friendly textured concrete pad, a designated sitting area for both users and spectators, and enhancements to the skate park’s features.

Respondents who require assistance filling out the survey can call the Public Service Unit at 519-728-2700 during regular business hours (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday).