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Connect, play and grow together at this valuable greenspace for years to come

Ajax Council has approved the contract for the Exeter Park Retrofit project, which will see various updates and new amenities with construction expected to begin this year. Check out the Town’s new update video on the park here, explaining how the much anticipated park upgrade will benefit the community for years to come.

Exeter Park, located south-east of Kings Crescent and Exeter Road, will be retrofitted with a new splashpad, a new playground, a leash-free area, a shade structure, new asphalt paved walkways, a water fountain, a pet waste receptacle, signage, furniture, trees and lighting.

This program aligns with the Town’s commitment to investing in the changing recreational needs of a growing community in Ajax.

Quotes

“I am looking forward to seeing this older neighbourhood park get revitalized with new features and improvements, such as the new playground and splashpad, that will help bring the community together for outdoor activities and quality time with family and friends. I hope everyone enjoys the upcoming changes to Exeter Park for many years to come.”  – Mayor Shaun Collier, Town of Ajax

“The Town of Ajax is committed to investing in the changing recreational needs of our growing community, and this is a great example of just that! Exeter Park has the potential to be one of the go-to spots for those in the neighbourhood and around TOA to get together outdoors. I am happy to hear about all of the new amenities and updates that staff will be making to the park, and I look forward to stopping by and checking out all of the changes when it’s complete!” – Lisa Bower, Ward 3 Local Councillor

“Outdoor activity is so important, and community parks, such as Exeter, have the potential to create and promote opportunities for outdoor activities for all ages. The transformation of Exeter Park is one of many ways that the Town continues to design and construct new park infrastructure throughout our growing community.” - Andrew Jackson, Supervisor, Infrastructure Design and Construction, Town of Ajax

Quick Facts

  • Exeter Park is an older neighbourhood park located southeast of Kings Crescent and Exeter Road.
  • The park consists of a ball diamond, children’s playground, a wading pool, walkways, furniture, open space and mature trees and is surrounded by a residential community with pedestrian access at three locations. The park is in need of a retrofit as the existing infrastructure has reached its expected service life.
  • Exeter Park will be retrofitted with a new splashpad, a new playground, a leash-free area, a shade structure, new asphalt paved walkways, a water fountain, a pet waste receptacle, signage, furniture, trees and lighting.
  • In collaboration with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Town staff have also included pollinator gardens, a bioswale and information signage as part of the Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Program (SNAP).
  • A public open house was completed on October 4, 2023, to present the design plans for public review and feedback. As a result of public feedback, revisions to the plans were made that included a re-aligned leash-free area and a design change to the proposed shade structure.
  • This initiative aligns with actions outlined in Action26 – Ajax Council’s Strategic Plan to 2026.

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