Deer Valley Park’s new splash pad and playground is open

Members of Council were on hand for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate a new splash pad at Deer Valley Park and upgrades to the park including new play equipment.

Located at 870 Deer Valley Dr., the 2.03-hectare park is situated off Thornton Road, north of Rossland Road.

The Deer Valley Park redevelopment project included a new splash pad, junior play equipment, a large climbing structure, swings and additional seating with shade. The park also has an accessible park pathway and accessible swing, as well as a soccer field with players’ benches and bleachers. Tree plantings throughout the park provide both shade and habitat opportunities.

Community engagement was undertaken in fall 2021 on preferred playground equipment and accessibility. Construction of the upgrades to the playground and sports field were completed by the end of 2022; the splash pad, pathways and plantings were completed in spring of 2023.

For more information about Deer Valley Park and the City’s other parks and trails, visit the City’s Parks and Facilities Directory or visit Oshawa.ca/Parks.

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“We are excited to offer another revitalized outdoor space in the great City of Oshawa,” said Mayor Dan Carter. “Deer Valley Park will undoubtedly provide hours of fun for the children and residents of all ages in this neighbourhood. Enjoy!”

“As Chair of the Safety and Facilities Committee of Council, I am pleased to re-open Deer Valley Park for public use. I wish to thank Mayor Carter and the Ward 2 Councillors, Tito-Dante Marimpietri and Jim Lee for their support of this fantastic project. This park is a tremendous addition to the neighbourhood and I am confident it will be used by all ages, from toddlers to seniors,” said Councillor Brian Nicholson, Chair of the Safety and Facilities Services Committee.

“It is so wonderful to re-open another park in our city,” said Councillor Rick Kerr, Vice-Chair of the Safety and Facilities Services Committee. “The updated play equipment and engaging splash pad design will make this park a go-to destination for years to come.”

“I am proud of the City of Oshawa and the efforts we are making to be recognized as Toronto’s most dynamic neighbour. This wonderful rejuvenation of Deer Valley Park is an example of our commitment to ensuring that established neighbourhoods, like this one, enjoy the same level of attention as our modern amenities and care of new parks. As a result of this vision and commitment, our city is exceptionally positioned and offers so much for residents of all generations, including over 140 public parks, lush green spaces and an extensive trail system which connects to the shores of Lake Ontario,” said Ward 2 Regional & City Councillor Tito-Dante Marimpietri.

“I am thrilled to see a new splash pad and incredible new playground equipment in our neighbourhood,” said Ward 2 City Councillor Jim Lee. “This splash pad will be a great community outlet for hours of endless play and a great way to cool down during these hot summer months.”

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Members of Oshawa City Council and neighbourhood residents celebrated the re-opening of Deer Valley Park and its new splash pad at a ribbon-cutting ceremony.