About the Project

Through the generosity of the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) and the Province of Ontario, Front of Yonge (FOY) is excited to launch its Parks and Recreation Master Plan (PRMP). The PRMP is a strategic initiative to enhance the parks, trails, recreation facilities, and programs in FOY Township. This plan will provide a framework to help staff and Council make decisions that best reflect the community’s needs and interests, while managing financial and human resources. The plans recommendations will guide the municipality for a 5 year period.

 

The PRMP will focus on:

  • Accessibility and inclusivity
  • Park, trail, and facility enhancements
  • Community engagement and communication
  • Recreational programming and events
  • Maintenance and management

 

Project Approach

This project will take place over two (2) phases:

Phase 1: Information Gathering & Background Report

In this phase the consulting team will be visiting local parks and recreational facilities, reviewing relevant documents, researching trends in the recreational sector, and engaging the community through one-on-one interviews with key stakeholders, focus groups sessions and a community survey. The goal is to capture current processes and practices, understand community interests and needs, and external influences. This phase will wrap with a Background Report that will be presented to Council this summer.

Phase 2: Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan

At this time, the consulting team will create a series of goals and corresponding actions that reflect the information gathered through the first phase. It will include the analysis and development of recommendations, alignment with corporate and community priorities, a framework for implementation. The full Parks and Recreation Master Plan will be made available for public review and comment to ensure the final plan is truly indicative of community priorities.  The final plan is currently proposed be presented to Council in October 2025 for adoption.

Stay Informed

Be sure to follow this page and/or “Township of Front of Yonge” on Facebook for access to regular updates as this project progresses over the next several months.  For those who do not have internet, surveys can be picked up at the Township Office during regular business hours and updates will be provided regularly through the Township’s monthly newsletter.  We look forward to your input and participation through the community consultation process.

Be a part of shaping a vibrant, active, and healthy community with us!