Westminster Pier Park - Newest Addition to New Westminster's Waterfront

 

Westminster Pier Park is the latest addition to New Westminster's waterfront. It is situated on the Fraser River near the River Market. The park's waterfront is designed so that it reflects the cities rich industrial history.

Additionally, the new waterfront park was intended to be a eco-friendly area. It has a huge lawn for events and a space for farmers film nights, farmers' markets along with beach volleyball. The park also has a huge playground. The playground features hanging saddles that swing, handholds for climbing ladders, platforms and an incline tube slide.

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On the 17th of June On the 17th of June, The City of New Westminster will hold an celebration of the 10th anniversary of the riverfront park. People will be entertained by live music along with food and beverages, and the chance to leave marks upon the Community Canvas Project.

It is situated on a brownfield site which was once home to industrial equipment as well as coal-fired power generators, it is a 3.84-hectare park is currently being transformed to become a natural habitat. The park will be a host to new habitats, which will boost the biodiversity of the riparian foreshore.

The park has a boardwalk of 325 metres that runs along the water. It offers a fresh view of the river. Additionally, the park has two play structures for children as well as a finger-pier. A third playground will be constructed to the west in the middle of the park.

Westminster Pier Park is a place for people to connect with the River. This waterfront park is going to provide a space that the entire community can come together. Through the use of timber heavy and steel furniture The design blends the past of the city along with the natural environment and ecology of the river.

A singular public art installation Wow Westminster, by Brazilian artist Jose Resende, is planned for the Pier Park. It is made up of four shipping containers, arranged in two V-shaped designs. Each container is equipped with a distinct feature, for example, an incline tubes slide and climbing handholds as well as a hammock that is social.

Alongside all the habitats, wildlife and habitats along the riverfront, it will be a beach for urban use. The new hammocks are constructed from recycled fire hoses and visitors will have the opportunity to dip their toes in the sand.

The park also plays host to an ingenuous boardwalk. This innovative playground is supported by 3600 pilings. Because the area has been used for a variety of reasons over time The city needed to upgrade the wooden piles with a modern one.

Other amenities available at Westminster Pier Park include a concession stand and a wheelchair-accessible picnic table. Visitors can also take part in a walk which educates visitors about the park's layout. Visitors are also able to take pictures in the park with Sparky Fire Dog Fire Dog and interact with the city's staff.

Westminster Pier Park also features an athletic court, elevated views, and walking trails. In addition, the park has trees and public art. To finance the expenses for the parks, they can take out loans of up to $17 million.

It is also being built. Pier West Project is in development and is managed by Bosa Developments. They own a piece land that is located adjacent to the park, and are submitting an application for an integrated development. City officials are also working to improve connectivity to the park. One possibility is an overpass on Sixth Street.