A new network of skateparks will be established in Laval

Laval, August 31, 2021 —The City of Laval announces the development of a major new network of skateparks that will significantly enhance the current range of facilities within its jurisdiction. The new network will include eight new concrete structures: six neighborhood sites and two that can host large-scale events, such as competitions for elite athletes. This initiative is part of the City’s commitment to providing skateboarders of all ages and skill levels with diverse, high-quality facilities in dynamic and accessible neighborhoods, while also encouraging the exploration of emerging sports.

“Skateboarding is a sport whose popularity has continued to grow in recent years, and this trend will continue, especially with the sport’s debut at the Olympic Games this year. Skateparks are also lively community hubs where the whole family can come together to have fun and get active. You now see scooters, BMX bikes, and inline skates there. My colleagues and I are excited to see this network take shape, and we can’t wait to see the people of Laval embrace it!”
— Yannick Langlois, City Councilor for Orée-des-Bois and responsible for sports and recreation

In 2022–2023, the City plans to break ground on three of the six planned neighborhood parks, located in the following areas:
– Parc du Sablon (Chomedey);
– Parc du Moulin (Saint-François);
– Parc Notre-Dame (Sainte-Rose).

Construction of the three additional neighborhood sites is scheduled to begin in 2024 at locations yet to be determined, while the two event venues will be built in subsequent years. In addition to the network of six neighborhood sites and two event venues, smaller-scale skateparks could then be created to round out the offering, depending on need and feasibility, in neighborhood parks.

A network developed with experts
The City of Laval will develop its network with the help of experts selected through a competitive bidding process; as a result, the skateparks will be diverse in order to cater to the preferences of as many skaters as possible.

For more information
To learn more about the network of skateparks, visit laval.ca
Photo credit: iStock

Sources:

Myriam Legault
Communications and Marketing Department
Public Affairs Advisor
450-680-2343
[email protected]

Robert-Charles Longpré
Office of the Mayor and the Executive Committee
Special Advisor
438-400-9709
[email protected]