Greenspace Strategic Plan

Parks and greenspaces are essential to our health and well-being – they help us live active lives and connect with nature and each other.

As Vaughan grows, it's critical that we continue to build, maintain and enhance our system of greenspaces to meet the needs of a growing population and preserve this cherished natural resource. To ensure residents have equitable access to greenspace, the City of Vaughan has developed its first Greenspace Strategic Plan.

The GSP evaluated the current state of city-wide local parks and greenspaces and provides strategies to guide future planning, design, implementation and enhancement of Vaughan’s parks and greenspaces.

A variety of methods were used to engage residents, community organizations, youth and seniors, Indigenous partners, including a Stakeholder Advisory Group and other interested parties. Through multiple phases of engagement, the GSP was informed by over 2030 touchpoints, jurisdictional research and discussions with internal and external subject matter experts.

The term “greenspaces” refers to a variety of outdoor recreational spaces that residents may use to get exercise, connect with nature, relax or socialize with others. These spaces may be big or small – from your neighbourhood park, to trails like the Bartley Smith Greenway or larger regional parks like North Maple Regional Park, to woodlots.

Discover our Storymap to learn more

Join us this Canada Day at North Maple Regional Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate the completion of Vaughan's Greenspace Strategic Plan!

Explore the GSP Storymap