The Steveston Community Park playground is set to undergo an exciting transformation with construction starting this August.

Centrally located just northeast of the intersection of No. 1 Road and Moncton Street, the 30 acre park will soon feature a refreshed destination playground inspired by Steveston Village’s rich history.

It is time to replace the current playground equipment and surfacing, which are nearing the end of their life, with updated options to support Richmond’s ongoing commitment to create leading-edge parks and play environments.

The overarching goal of renewing the playground is to ensure it remains a fun, well-visited, inclusive, and safe environment for everyone. The new design will feature accessible and welcoming equipment and surfacing, offering play opportunities for a wider range of ages and abilities.

The refreshed playground will draw inspiration from both the historical and contemporary aspects of Steveston Village. New features to look forward to include custom salmon- and fishing boat-inspired climbers with interactive panels, a lighthouse tower with two big slides, a large sand play area with a water table and diggers, a new train, and a double zipline.

Additionally, there will be multiple spring toys, spinners, and swings that are not only fun but also offer physical literacy through the development of balance, agility, and strength.

The new playground will be located on the same footprint as the existing one, and for everyone’s safety, the playground will be closed to the public during construction. The water park and surrounding park areas will remain open.

Construction is expected to be completed by summer 2025.