One of Montreal's most popular parks is about to undergo a major makeover over the next couple of years.
The City of Montreal announced in a press release that it's investing $27 million into revamping Jeanne-Mance Park, which is located in the heart of the city, serving as a gateway to Mount Royal.
Rendering of Montreal's Jeanne-Mance Park (Parc Jeanne-Mance) post-makeover.Ville de Montréal - Cabinet de la mairesse et du comité exécutif | Press Release
"These transformations aim to preserve the soul of the park while making it more accessible and enjoyable for all generations," said Luc Rabouin, mayor of the Plateau–Mont-Royal borough and chair of the City of Montreal's executive committee, in the release.
Rendering of Montreal's Jeanne-Mance Park (Parc Jeanne-Mance) post-makeover.Ville de Montréal - Cabinet de la mairesse et du comité exécutif | Press Release
The modernization project is set to include the following upgrades and added features:
- A more accessible multi-sport field;
- Redevelopment of the chalet (welcome centre);
- Reconstruction of the wading pool;
- Redevelopment of the dog park;
- Redeveloped pathways;
- New furniture and plantings, including large trees;
- New play fountains.
Rendering of Montreal's Jeanne-Mance Park (Parc Jeanne-Mance) post-makeover.Ville de Montréal - Cabinet de la mairesse et du comité exécutif | Press Release
Rendering of Montreal's Jeanne-Mance Park (Parc Jeanne-Mance) post-makeover.Ville de Montréal - Cabinet de la mairesse et du comité exécutif | Press Release
Map of construction at Parc Jeanne-Mance.City of Montreal
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