The Town of Cochrane is calling on residents to help reimagine Samuel Spicer Park, located along W McManus Road.
Through a new public engagement campaign on LetsTalkCochrane.ca, community members are invited to share how they currently use the park and what features they’d like to see in its future.
Currently an open field with a modest playground, Samuel Spicer Park is slated for revitalization as part of Cochrane’s broader parks and playground renewal initiative.
“At Samuel Spicer Park, we’re not just replacing playground equipment—we’re co-creating a space that reflects what matters most to the people who use it,” said Michelle Ambrose, Director of Parks & Active Living. “The ideas and input we gather through this engagement will directly guide the design, ensuring the renewed park is truly shaped by residents, for residents—and continues to support connection, play, and belonging for years to come.”
Unlike engagements focused on selecting between pre-designed options, this campaign is open-ended, allowing residents to submit any suggestions—from upgraded play structures and seating areas to lawn games or new amenities.
“By involving residents early in the process, Cochrane hopes to foster inclusive and transparent conversations that result in welcoming, vibrant parks that meet the needs of current and future generations,” the Town noted in a press release.
The public engagement is open until September 8, giving community members the opportunity to have their voices heard in shaping a key local green space.
To participate, visit: www.letstalkcochrane.ca/shapingparks
