The Greener Grounds Project transforms our underused ball diamond into a vibrant, multi-generational community hub that responds to climate change while serving all ages and abilities. Through extensive community engagement, we’ve designed a space that addresses our community’s environmental challenges and recreational needs.
Our current space is a large, open field with no shade, shelter, or play features that community members describe as “a waste of space” and “doesn’t invite involvement.” We’re reimagining it as an inclusive, accessible gathering place featuring:
Received the Stella Conceptual Drawing Grant, enabling us to retain Dialog Design landscape architects for initial vision and conceptual design.
150+ community participants shared their ideas through engagement sessions and surveys.
Obtained a Project Support letter from the City of Calgary, and opened an account through the Project Support Program with Parks Foundation Calgary, enabling donors to receive a taxable receipt with their donation.
Secured over $376,000 in funding through strategic grant applications while continuing to explore additional opportunities. We anticipate this project will cost between $450,000 - $500,000.
Review of the conceptual drawings by the Greener Grounds Committee. Dialog & ISL Engineering were hired to complete the design development and construction drawings. A land survey was completed.
The Greener Grounds Committee will meet with Dialog to review and make any required adjustments. A contractor will be selected, and a Building Permit application will be submitted.
This project was designed to complete in phases as funding becomes available. You may see some elements of this project beginning as early as Fall 2025.
“No trees. No covered space to picnic. Not enough protection from the elements.”
“It is largely an unusable space for the community. Would like to see picnic areas or gathering space of some kind.”
“Would love a pavilion with BBQ and tables for groups to share a meal.”
“Feels like a nice expanse of grass to look at, but doesn’t invite involvement.”
Interconnected pathways welcoming wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility, ensuring everyone can enjoy the space.
Large caliper trees providing essential shade, native vegetation, pollinator resources, improved water retention, and sustainable low-impact development principles.
Pathways designed to be flooded in winter, extending our community ice rink for skating trails and winter activities.
Picnic shelter, community deck, and natural play mounds creating safe spaces for outdoor recreation and social connection.
Natural play features, walking/jogging pathway, small skate park elements, encouraging active lifestyles for all ages.
Every donation brings us closer to creating this transformational community space. Receive a tax receipt through Parks Foundation Calgary.
The parks foundation donation page
"Donate to a Park Project"
"Willow Ridge – Greener Grounds Project"
Complete your secure online donation
