Community-led Projects Status
Below are updates on approved community-led construction projects that are at step 2 and beyond of the Community-led Projects framework. Residents with questions about projects can reach out to the listed team members.
Whitewater Lake Park Improvements
Ward: 4
Phase: Step 2 - Concept and Planning
Description: Café Heritage has proposed a new pavilion at Whitewater Lake Park to be used for community events and concerts. The capital improvements would enhance Café Heritage programming and events.
Attachments and Resources
Who’s Involved
- Cynthia Hall-Picard, Recreation Coordinator
- Shelley Walushka, Partnership and Outreach Coordinator
- Gary Michalek, Executive Director Café Heritage Jim.Niesing@vale.com
Wanup Playground
Ward: 9
Phase: Step 2 - Concept and Planning
Description: The Wanup Community Builders and the Wanup Community Health and Recreation Subcommittee are fundraising to build a new playground in Wanup. The location of the proposed playground is on Highway 537 in Wanup. Corporate sponsorship and fundraising are required for the completion of this project. Reach out to the Wanup Community Health and Recreation Subcommittee to get involved.
Who’s Involved
- Kevin Joblin, Recreation Coordinator
- Shelley Walushka, Partnership and Outreach Coordinator
- Wanup Community Health and Recreation Subcommittee, wanupchr@gmail.com
Westmount Outdoor Rink Resurfacing
Ward: 8
Phase: Step 3 - Final proposal and fundraising
Description: The Westmount Neighbourhood Association is fundraising to resurface its outdoor rink for year-round usage. Corporate sponsorship and fundraising is required for the completion of this project. Reach out to the Westmount Neighbourhood Association to get involved.
Attachments and Resources
Who’s Involved
- Jacinda McLean, Recreation Coordinator
- Shelley Walushka, Partnership and Outreach Coordinator
- Jim Niesing, Westmount Neighbourhood Association President, Jim.Niesing@vale.com
Penman Playground Multi-sport Surface
Ward: 7
Phase: Step 3 - Final proposal and fundraising
Description: The Penman Playground Association is fundraising to create a multi-sport year-round surface for the community to enjoy. The multi-use surface will support the following:
- An outdoor rink for skating and hockey
- Basketball and pickleball courts
Corporate sponsorship and fundraising are required for the completion of this project. Reach out to the Penman Playground Association to get involved.
Attachments and Resources
Who’s Involved
- Jacinda McLean, Recreation Coordinator
- Shelley Walushka, Partnership and Outreach Coordinator
- Gilles Thibault, Penman Playground Association President, tibo.g5@outlook.com
Lo-Ellen Park Revitalization
Ward: 10
Phase: Step 3 - Final proposal and fundraising
Description: The Lo-Ellen Park Neighbourhood Association, Rainbow District School Board and Sudbury Community Foundation are coming together to revitalize Lo-Ellen Park. The Lo-Ellen Park Revitalization will consist of:
- Resurfacing existing tennis and basketball courts – to be completed in September 2023
- Creating a new paved outdoor rink that will also be used for activities like pickleball and basketball in the spring and summer months
Corporate sponsorship and fundraising are required for the completion of this project. Reach out to the Lo-Ellen Neighbourhood Association to get involved.
Attachments and Resources
Who’s Involved
- Jeff Pafford, Director of Leisure Services
- Shelley Walushka, Partnership and Outreach Coordinator
- Marisue James, Lo-Ellen Neighbourhood Association President