Shouldice Inclusive Playground

Shouldice inclusive playground

Inclusive playgrounds are meant to be engaging, fun spaces where everyone can play regardless of their abilities. These playgrounds challenge the most active children while also providing enclosed areas for quiet and creative play. The equipment is easy to approach and use by children and caregivers with mobility devices.

Inclusive playgrounds are located:

  • At a site large enough to accommodate the bigger format of inclusive playgrounds
  • Where there is access to a parking lot, accessible street parking or close to major transit routes 
  • Preferably near a public washroom and/or the route or pathway to the site is accessible.

At this playground

Amenities:

  • Paved accessible parking
  • Public washroom
  • Paved pathway access to playground
  • Accessible tandem swings and saucer swings
  • Ramped multi play unit
  • Fully accessible sway ride
  • Accessible spring teeter
  • Musical Instruments

Accessibility:

  • Mobility

Background

In July 2018, Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities donated a universally accessible playground and installed it in Shouldice Park as part of its as part of its commitment to help create a more inclusive Canada. At over 16,000 square feet, the accessible playground is one of several built across Canada with the help of Jumpstart funding.

This playground sets a new standard for inclusive play through its imaginative and accessible spaces where children of all abilities can enjoy sport and play together. The inclusive playground at Shouldice Park is one of many inclusive playgrounds in Calgary.

In 2022, the inclusive playground at Shouldice Park was voted Best Accessible/Inclusive Experience for Kids by readers of Calgary’s Child Magazine.

Shouldice Canadian Tire Quickstart inclusive playground

Location: Shouldice Park

Address: 5303 Bowness RD NW

Hours: 5 a.m. - 11 p.m.

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