Town to expand parkland system with the purchase of northwest Oakville property

The Town of Oakville announced today that it has purchased a northwest Oakville property located at 2026 Lower Base Line for $8.4 million to expand the town’s already impressive parkland system.

Following Council approval, town staff completed the purchase on November 21, 2022, upon completion of initial due diligence reviews to ensure there were no significant issues with the property and the existing building on it.

The northwest Oakville property, located within the town’s Natural Heritage System, is approximately 110 acres in size, with six acres of high, flat land. The remainder of the site is made up of wooded ravine lands. The property is divided into two parts by a Hydro One corridor and a town road that is not open for public use, with the East Sixteen Mile Creek also running through the property. The building on the land included in the purchase gives the town a 4,200 square-foot facility with a commercial kitchen, outdoor pool, change rooms, mini soccer field, bocce ball courts, playground and parking for 70 vehicles.

Town staff identified the property as an ideal location for future parkland given its location, size and existing amenities. It provides excellent opportunities for education, special events, meetings, rental/programming space, and open space for passive and active recreation and leisure activities. Currently, Coronation Park and Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park are the only viable town locations for large scale special events and picnics where multiple town and community events are hosted, making them popular destinations for residents and those from neighbouring communities throughout the summer months.

Another key feature of this property is its proximity to other publicly owned properties including Glenorchy Conservation Park and existing town parkland (44 acres) at 1604 Lower Base Line.

Further study into the future uses and design of the property along with potential programming and other amenities will be explored as the town undertakes an update to the Parks, Recreation and Library Master Plan in 2023.

“Oakville is recognized for its beautiful parks and open spaces across town and makes Oakville more livable, according to residents. Council is pleased that we have been able to acquire this property to secure more natural space for residents to enjoy and to ensure that our community continues to thrive.”

Mayor Rob Burton