Edmonton Parks

• Hawrelak Park to reopen in late 2025 after years-long rehabilitation closure

  The city says the ongoing construction of Hawrelak Park is on time and budget, with many of the ‘finishing touches’ being added this summer.

  Canada

  Aug 4, 2025
  
• City crews officially break ground on new downtown Edmonton park

  The Warehouse Park Project will turn several surface parking lots into green spaces, including a tobogganing hill, dog park, playground and outdoor exercise area.

  Economy

  Jun 26, 2024
  
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• Opening date set for new Edmonton river valley park

  The opening of a new park in northeast Edmonton was supposed to happen in August, but some work was delayed until the end of migratory bird nesting season, the city said.

  Canada

  Sep 5, 2023
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• Proposed national park in Edmonton’s river valley moving to planning phase

  The next step is the planning phase, where boundaries for the park will be defined and funding from the federal government will be confirmed.

  Environment

  Aug 22, 2023
• National urban park in Edmonton reaches new milestone

  The river valley was chosen because it’s central in the city and has abundant access, while the other locations are less accessible, the study said.

  Canada

  Jul 12, 2023
• Edmonton’s river valley park system expands with new northeast park

  Known for now as 'Northeast River Valley Park,' the 190-acre property contains a lake for non-motorized boating, a playground, an events centre, and connections to walking trails.

  Canada

  May 23, 2023
• Temporary dog parks are coming to these Edmonton neighbourhoods for summer

  The parks could become permanent based on the success of the six-month pilot and if feedback from users is positive, the city said.

  Environment

  May 15, 2023
• Up to 30 pop-up dog parks to be created across Edmonton as part of pilot project

  In a few months, the City of Edmonton will begin installing up to 30 pop-up dog parks as part of a six-month pilot project meant to help build "'15-minute communities.'

  Environment

  Jan 17, 2023
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• Fun things to do in Edmonton this winter

  From skaters and skiers, to diners and downtown shoppers, thrill seekers, light followers and more, we have your full guide for winter fun in Edmonton.

  Canada

  Dec 7, 2022
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• Heritage Festival moving to Borden Park, Exhibition Lands for 3 years due to Hawrelak Park closure

  The festival move is required because the City of Edmonton is closing Hawrelak Park for three years in order to carry out an extensive rehabilitation project.

  Lifestyle

  Nov 10, 2022