Background

Oak Bay is home to many parks in the region including Uplands Park.

Boasting one of the largest amounts of endangered plant species in Canada, Uplands Park is also home to a rare complex of Garry Oak meadows and woodlands, maritime meadows and vernal pools.

During the winter months, the walking trails in Uplands Park can become muddy and difficult to navigate, making it a challenge to stay on the designated paths and not navigable for any park user with accessibility challenges. Additionally, endangered plants that thrive beneath the surface may be less visible during this time.

Where we are today

A raised boardwalk has been installed at Uplands Park to enhance the walking experience. The boardwalk offers a safe and accessible route for enjoying nature while minimizing environmental impact. This work marks the initial phase of developing a walking loop around the park's perimeter. The next phase involves trail work to complete the loop and will commence once the park is dry.

We hope to have the project finished by the end of April.