We’re developing a 25-year plan to guide how Burnaby delivers parks, recreation and cultural services. The plan will be shaped by input from Council, residents, community groups and other interested parties.

There will be two rounds of public engagement to help ensure the plan reflects community needs and Council priorities. The first round will complete this fall and the second round, planned for early 2026, will share what we heard from the community and confirm the direction of the plan before it’s finalized.

We’re currently reviewing our programs, services and facilities to understand what’s working well and where we can improve, and we want to hear from you! Your feedback during this phase will help shape the draft recommendations. Don’t miss your chance— this round of engagement is open until August 24, 2025.

This survey takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete.

Self-guided engagement stations are also available at four Burnaby Public Library locations and Bonsor Recreation Complex, Edmonds Community Centre and Christine Sinclair Community Centre. We’ll also be popping up at events and facilities this summer—stop by and say hi!

Burnaby is a diverse and fast-growing city. The last long-range plan for parks, recreation and culture was created in 1984. With a changing population and evolving community needs, it’s time to create a new framework that reflects today’s realities and tomorrow’s opportunities.

This long-range plan will help the City deliver services that keep pace with change, work more effectively, and track progress toward long-term community goals. It will also guide how we create and maintain indoor and outdoor spaces, programs and experiences that enrich daily life and foster a strong, connected community.

The long-range plan will help us:

• build and improve facilities and programs
• ensure services are inclusive, accessible and sustainable
• support the health and well-being of all Burnaby residents