City Launches Playground Accessibility Public Engagement

The City of Kingston is launching a new Playground Accessibility Plan and inviting residents to help shape its direction. This plan will guide the equitable development, renovation, and enhancement of the City’s playgrounds over the next ten years.

"Play is essential to a child’s development and to the well-being of our communities,” said Amy Elgersma, Director of Recreation and Leisure Services. “With every new playground we build or renovate, we strive to create welcoming, inclusive, and accessible spaces for everyone. The Playground Accessibility Plan will guide us over the next decade to ensure our investments in play are thoughtful, equitable, and responsive to community needs.”

An in-person project workshop for the community takes place on June 11 and an online one is planned for June 12. Complete workshop and project details, are available through the project page on Get Involved Kingston. This is also where you can ask questions and offer feedback as the project moves forward.

Public input is important in developing this plan and will occur in various forms throughout the spring, summer and early fall of 2025. To stay connected and receive updates on future opportunities to provide feedback, visit Get Involved Kingston and follow the project.