Winnipeg, MB – Today, the Mayor and area Councillor announced the City of Winnipeg has completed a major renewal of the skate park at Victoria Jason Park, located at 255 Redonda St.
“Community parks can be a point of pride in Winnipeg’s neighbourhoods and this park renewal gives residents of Transcona something to be very proud of,” said Mayor Brian Bowman. “Victoria Jason Park has been a hub of activity here for many years. The work that’s been done here ensures the skate park will continue to be a safe and fun option for families to enjoy.”
“Transcona residents have made it clear that it’s important Victoria Jason Park remains a welcoming place to meet and play,” said Councillor Shawn Nason, Transcona Ward. “The skate park is a very popular destination in Transcona and its renewal will be used and appreciated by many people in the community.”
The renewal project included construction of a new poured-in-place skate park, new bollard fencing around the skate park area, and an expanded parking area at Victoria Jason Park. The skate park renewal is a related project from the Transcona Parks project that involved public input through two open houses.
Victoria Jason Park is located adjacent to Murdoch MacKay Collegiate and also features soccer fields, baseball diamonds, a play structure, large tobogganing hill, and walking paths. The skate park components were originally added to the park in 2004.
The total budget for the Victoria Jason Park renewal was $460,000 with funding provided from the 2018 Parks and Recreation Enhancement Program and Land Development Reserve Funding.