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Entranceway to Waterfront Park (WFP)

Entranceway to Waterfront Park (WFP)

Waterfront Park (200 Block West Esplanade) is located in the Lower Lonsdale neighbourhood.

Directional Signs - WFP

Directional Signs - WFP

Wheelchair ramps ensure parks are accessible for people with mobility issues.

Park Hours - WFP

Park Hours - WFP

Park hours are restricted to daylight hours to ensure public safety.

Historical Attractions - WFP

Historical Attractions - WFP

Parks with historical and heritage sites highlight the City's diverse culture.

Trash Cans and Bike Racks - WFP

Trash Cans and Bike Racks - WFP

Bike racks attract more visitors and trash receptacles help keep the park clean.

Benches - WFP

Benches - WFP

Park benches are set as seating places within public parks.

On-leash Bylaw - WFP

On-leash Bylaw - WFP

Dogs walked in the City of North Vancouver must be on a leash when walked in most areas.

'Dogs Prohibited' Sign - WFP

'Dogs Prohibited' Sign - WFP

Dogs are not permitted on playgrounds, picnic areas, playing fields, or beaches in the City.

Wide Walkways - WFP

Wide Walkways - WFP

One way to improve public areas for pedestrians includes repairing and building newer, wider pathways.

View of the Water - WFP

View of the Water - WFP

Studies show an increased visibility of blue space is significantly associated with lower levels of psychological distress.

Park Benches and Walk Lights - WFP

Park Benches and Walk Lights - WFP

Ensuring streets and walkways are sufficiently lit and maintained helps increase walkability. These benches also allow walkers to rest and enjoy the waterfront view.

Public Washrooms - WFP

Public Washrooms - WFP

Washrooms are just one type of facility that attract park-goers. Criticisms of this amenity in particular are its limited hours of operation.

Luscious Shrubbery - WFP

Luscious Shrubbery - WFP

Waterfront Park is a large, open park offering waterfront access, a playground, picnic areas, and views of Vancouver’s skyline.

Railway Tracks - WFP

Railway Tracks - WFP

Without bridges or crossings, railway tracks burden the City's residents in being able to access their parks and trails.

Signage at Spirit Trail (SPT)

Signage at Spirit Trail (SPT)

This park cannot be easily accessed on foot as it's located in an industrial area. Many dog-walkers brought their pets via cars. Besides limited parking spaces, the allotted time was restricted to only 2 hours.

Biodegradable Doggie Bags - SPT

Biodegradable Doggie Bags - SPT

Providing free doggie bags makes it easier for dog-walkers to pick up after their dog. Not only is this important for people's health and safety, but it helps keep the City looking and smelling beautiful.

Sports at Kings Mill Walk (KMW)

Sports at Kings Mill Walk (KMW)

Kings Mill Walk is a key connection in the multi-use North Shore Spirit Trail. It is one of the few places in the City that offers water access, an off leash area, and two volleyball courts.

Kings Mill Walk - KMW

Kings Mill Walk - KMW

Off-leash areas in the City include Kings Mill Dog Walk (1122 Spirit Trail) in the Marine-Hamilton neighborhood.

Pedestrian Gate - KMW

Pedestrian Gate - KMW

Pedestrian-operated gates ensure dogs stay within their designated areas.

Dog Attractions - KMW

Dog Attractions - KMW

Infrastructure such as water fountains for dogs attracts residents with pets to come to parks.

Faded Signage - KMW

Faded Signage - KMW

"People Loose, Dogs Leashed, Bikes Slow". If bylaws are to be followed, they must be clearly visible.

Zebra Crossings - MCP

Zebra Crossings - MCP

Installing pedestrian-activated crossings with adequate lighting and signage can get residents to walk more.

Entry to Mosquito Creek Park (MCP)

Entry to Mosquito Creek Park (MCP)

There was a lack of directional maps at this entry way to the park. However, there were warning posters about cougars and coyotes present.

Limited Park Spaces and Time - MCP

Limited Park Spaces and Time - MCP

To get to this greenspace, we had difficulty finding parking spots as they were limited to the fronts of residential homes.

Bollards - MCP

Bollards - MCP

These posts arranged in a line obstruct the passage of motor vehicles, keeping walkers safe.

Washroom Facilities - MCP

Washroom Facilities - MCP

Having only one porta-potty at the trail may not be sufficient.

Trash Receptacles - MCP

Trash Receptacles - MCP

The entry way to 14th Street Trail has a single trash receptacle attached.

Bridges and Crossways - MCP

Bridges and Crossways - MCP

Bridges over large bodies of water increases the walkability of this trail.

Friction Strips on Steps - MCP

Friction Strips on Steps - MCP

Anti-slip treads on stairs can help improve a trail's desirability by preventing hikers from slips and falls (especially in wet conditions).

Bridges over Creeks - MCP

Bridges over Creeks - MCP

Again, walkability barriers to large bodies of water can be mitigated through bridges and crossways

'Speed Bumps' on Trails - MCP

'Speed Bumps' on Trails - MCP

These wooden 'pseudo-gates' are possibly set in place to slow down mountain bikers. Reducing speeds on trails can help reduce rates of collision

Sporting Amenities - MCP

Sporting Amenities - MCP

Recreational amenities such as full-length basketball courts draw residents to parks

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