Albert McCormick Central Plaza now open

By CityNews Kitchener Staff

Posted Jul 16, 2021 07:00:00 PM.

The City of Waterloo's newest outdoor space is now in play.

The Albert McCormick Central Plaza, located at 500 Parkside Drive, officially opened on Friday. It includes a skatepark, climbing structure, accessible basketball court and splash court.

“Waterloo loves the skatepark uptown,” Brooke Milsom, landscape technologist for the City of Waterloo and the lead on this project, explained in a news release. “We are thrilled to bring another skatepark, and several other amenities, to this beloved community centre.” 

A local artist is also being hired to design and install two community benches in the space.

Users are reminded to follow COVID-19 guidelines when using the plaza:

  • The splash court is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • All other amenities are open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Splash court: During busy times, please keep your visit to less than 20 minutes.
  • Basketball court: During busy times, please keep your visit to less than 45 minutes.
  • If areas are busy, please form a queue and wait your turn. Maintain 2 m distance. Masks recommended while waiting.

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