Good news for the Saint-Paul district. On August 15, the Sud-Ouest Borough inaugurated the new facilities at Parc Émery-Sauvé, located between Cardinal and Denonville streets. In addition to the new universally accessible and inclusive play modules, the Sud-Ouest is breaking new ground with the installation of an access ramp ensuring greater independence for young users. At the inaugural party, the children attending Maison Répit Oasis were delighted to take advantage of these facilities, which have been adapted to their needs.
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“Thanks to the access ramp, children [LP1] in wheelchairs can play in the 5 to 12 module, without assistance. This is a first in the Borough, and we intend to continue innovating to make the Sud-Ouest [LP2] ever more universally accessible. LP3] I'd like to thank everyone who took part in the citizen consultation. This exercise validated the needs of the people in the neighborhood. Collectively, we can be very proud of these new recreational facilities adapted to the needs of a wider clientele.” - Benoit Dorais, Mayor of the Sud-Ouest Borough and Vice-Chairman of the Ville de Montréal Executive Committee.
Highlights :
- The work
- The redevelopment of Parc Émery-Sauvé represents an investment of $1.4 million, and has benefited from a $500,000 grant from the City of Montreal's Programme d'aménagement urbain inclusif 2023.
- The work involved redeveloping the playground and installing new play modules, lighting and planting.
- The project was the subject of a citizen consultation in 2022 and is in line with the guidelines set out in the 2019-2024 Parks and Green Spaces Master Plan.
- Spaces for relaxation and more light
- New relaxation areas have been created to let you enjoy nature, whether contemplating the biodiverse spaces or strolling through the undergrowth.
- A central plaza offers the chance to meet new people while keeping an eye on the children at the playground.
- The sand has been replaced by a rubberized surface, perfect for small feet and wheelchairs alike.
- The new energy-efficient lighting system ensures that the park can be enjoyed safely in the evening.
- Installation of universally accessible and inclusive play modules
Inclusive and universally accessible play modules have been installed in both children's play areas (18 months to 5 years and 5 to 12 years). This equipment is designed to encourage the development of young people's motor and social skills. - Find out more about the park: Parc Émery-Sauvé
- View the photo album.
