East Ward Echo Place Neighbourhood Association and the City of Brantford celebrate the grand opening of Arrowdale Community Park

BRANTFORD, ON – Today, the City of Brantford and East Ward Echo Place Neighbourhood Association celebrated the official grand opening of Arrowdale Community Park, joined by over 600 students from neighbouring schools. The event brought together local children, community representatives, and City of Brantford elected officials and staff to mark the official opening of Brantford’s biggest new park in 100 years, located at 375 Rawdon Street.  

“Arrowdale Community Park features 17 acres of green space, panoramic views, and world-class amenities right in the heart of the city,” said Mayor Kevin Davis, City of Brantford. “I know this space has a rich history and has meant different things to different people over the years, and that not every chapter of its story has been easy for this neighbourhood. But what we are opening today isn’t just a park. It is a true four-season destination designed to bring people together, and I’m proud of what we’ve built here. 

The opening celebration included free entertainment and activities for kids, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Students from King George Public School, Major Ballachey Public School, and Holy Cross Catholic School took part in the festivities. The highlight for many young visitors was the large splash pad, featuring multiple water play elements. Attendees also explored the brand-new playground and swings, tested their skills on the multi-use sports court, and took in the park’s open green spaces and relaxing picnic areas.

“Arrowdale Community Park is a tremendous addition to our neighbourhood, and it was wonderful to celebrate its official opening,” said Armanda Lambert, Chair of the East Ward Echo Place Neighbourhood Association. “We are proud to have been part of today’s celebration and look forward to seeing children, families and residents enjoy this space for years to come.” 

Spanning 17 acres at 375 Rawdon Street, Arrowdale Community Park is Brantford’s biggest new park in a century and has been designed to be a true four-season community destination. The full suite of amenities ensures there is something for every resident, every day of the year. 

These include:

• 1.7 km of paved pathways offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape; a fully equipped skateboard park for riders of all skill levels;
• a year-round off-leash dog park open daily from sunrise to sunset; convenient public washrooms;
• shade structures and newly planted trees; and
• a dedicated sledding hill that will be a neighbourhood staple every winter. 

The park’s accessibility and diverse offerings make it a place where children, teens, adults, and seniors alike can find their own reason to visit and keep coming back.

In the spirit of reconciliation, the City is also working with Indigenous communities to help shape the vision and design for a future Indigenous Garden at Arrowdale Community Park.
To learn more about Arrowdale Community Park or other parks in Brantford, visit www.Brantford.ca/Parks. 

Photo caption: From left to right: Ward 4 Councillor Linda Hunt, Ward 4 Councillor Richard Carpenter, Major Ballachey Elementary School student Evelijn Klassen, King George Elementary School student Kwynn Santiago, Mayor Kevin Davis, Holy Cross Elementary School student Amanda Evlin Meshach, East Ward Echo Place Neighbourhood Association Executive Member Mike Godfrey and East Ward Echo Place Neighbourhood Association President Armanda Lambert. 

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