Munro Park is set to become a vibrant and welcoming space at the heart of a growing community—offering a balance of active and passive recreation while supporting natural ecosystems through the concept of Urban Rewilding.

During previous public engagement, we listened closely to what matters most to you. That’s why key features such as the existing playfield, walking loop, mature trees, and fitness equipment will remain essential elements of the park’s identity.

But there’s even more to look forward to. This final design reflects the voices of the community. Your feedback helped shape every aspect of the plan, and we’re excited to share the results.

Please note: The final design is in response to public feedback collected, balanced with other factors such as design principles, site constraints, and environmental, operational and financial considerations.

All proposed design interventions are subject to final construction market costs and may be adjusted or modified.

Top priorities identified through community engagement included a new Kids’ Zone and Specialized Gardens, with strong support for Native Gardens due to their low maintenance and cost. We've built on this input with an enhanced Urban Rewilding approach.

The park edges will feature endangered ecosystems like Rough Fescue Grasslands, pollinator gardens to support butterflies and other insects, and a sheltered Aspen Grove that buffers the nearby alley. Bioretention gardens will manage stormwater runoff from the streets—cleansing it with plants before it reaches Nose Creek, protecting water quality and habitat —while creating important new habitat for local species. These gardens offer a unique opportunity to connect with nature, provide outdoor learning for children, and support birds, butterflies, and other pollinators.

• Salvaged public art from Olympic Plaza will find new life in Munro Park, including the iconic colourful gophers!
• A 3v3 basketball court will offer space for active play and community connection.

Designed to be more than just a green space, Munro Park will be a dynamic hub for recreation, education, relaxation, and environmental stewardship—for residents new and old, and for our feathered and winged friends alike.

Scroll down to explore the innovative and creative features that will bring Munro Park to life!

Please note: All proposed design interventions are subject to final construction market costs and may be adjusted or modified.

Park improvement construction is planned for Early Fall 2025 and is subject to construction market scheduling and costs.

Nearby park residents will be informed of upcoming construction work prior to commencement and updates will be provided on the project page at www.calgary.ca/munro-park

Munro Park was identified as part of the City of Calgary’s Established Area Growth and Change Strategy (EAGCS). This project intends to provide important public space improvements in a growing and changing area by expanding the quality and capacity of the existing park through the addition of appropriate amenities.

Munro Park is currently well used but has further potential to enhance the local community, business activities, and improve connectivity in the area. The City has already made some improvements in Munro Park but there is still a vision to add playful amenities and connect the different park spaces into something creative, fun, and inclusive for all seasons.

Construction associated with Phase 1 of the Masterplan for Munro Park was completed in 2017, which included a constructed walking / running track with exercise nodes, additional picnic tables, trees, shrubs, and removal of the baseball diamond.

Current engagement is intended to address design proposals made in Phase 2 improvements of the park Masterplan, completed in 2014. These improvements initially proposed an enhanced playground and additional amenities such as a small skatepark and additional pathways. However, the final scope of work will be influenced by this public engagement process.

Munro Park, located in Northeast Calgary, was initially developed in 1948. During the first half of the 1900’s, Winston Heights/Mountview housed rural homesteads, which were provided to veterans of World War II.

Situated within one block of Main Street and Primary Transit Network corridors, the park plays a crucial role in the evolving landscape.

The project’s vision is to enhance Munro Park’s identity as a vibrant destination community park for the enjoyment of neighbourhood residents and visitors to promote active living, support the growth of the area, and help build a stronger community. The park improvements should be sensitive to the surrounding communities’ needs, consider traffic calming, pedestrian access, and provide seasonal appropriate uses and programing. The conceptual design for Phase 2 improvements will support The City’s engagement findings and address the needs of civic partners and interest holders.

The What We Heard Report for this engagement can be found here.

A special thank you to the Grade 5/6 students and teachers of Mountview School for their creative ideas for the future Munro Park. See below a collage of their artwork and ideas.

Engagement is now closed. Thank you for your participation. A What We Heard report will be published in the coming weeks.

In the Phase 1: What We Heard report, we heard how valued Munro Park is to the community of Mountview / Winston Heights.

Based on your feedback, we are presenting two options for your consideration:

Option 2 is a collection of the latest results from our previous engagement and includes a wide range of enhancements.

Please note: The final design may be a combination of both Options 1 and 2, and is dependent on your preferences below, as well as budget, technical and environmental constraints.

We heard the following ideas and suggestions for park improvements and upgrades. With this we can offer an exciting design concept that will include the relocation of design elements from Olympic Plaza to be included in the Park Entrances and Plaza. (Option 2)

You wanted, so we are proposing:

• Providing opportunities for increasing site safety, particularly on western edge (fenced dog area)
• An updated, inclusive and accessible playground
• Additional shaded seating
• Beautifying the park
• A multi-sport flex field
• A flexible, community gathering space
• A diversity of multi-generational, multi-seasonal recreation opportunities
• Additional waste disposal
• Small additions such as a mini library and lost and found

Explore the map below to see what is being recommended and where you can offer your preferences. (What we want to know).