The Vancouver Park Board, in collaboration with the Vancouver School Board, is upgrading and expanding the running track at Killarney Park to a more comprehensive track and field facility following recommendations outlined in the Track and Field Strategy.
The upgraded amenities will:
- Improve training and recreational opportunities for track and field and running clubs, school groups, and facility users
- Better serve the city’s population growth and increased participation in track and field sports
- Help provide equitable access to these facilities and promote participation in physical activity
Proposed upgrades
- A new standardized 8-lane running track with rubberized surfacing
- Expansion of the facility to include jumping and throwing amenities
- A new natural grass infield that accommodates throw sports (discus, hammer toss, and javelin)
- Spectator seating opportunities
- On-site storage
What's happeningApproved design and construction timeline
On November 27, 2023, the Park Board approved the project concept design, which includes a natural grass infield. The detailed design is in progress, and construction is expected to start in late 2024.
Timeline
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Fall 2019
Citywide Track and Field Strategy approved
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Fall 2021 to fall 2022
Project planning and scoping
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Fall 2022 to fall 2023
Site analysis, stakeholder engagement and concept design
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November 2023
Concept plan approved
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Winter 2023 to fall 2024
Detailed design
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We are here
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Fall to winter 2024
Tendering and approvals
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Spring 2025
Construction start
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Summer 2026
Construction completion
