As we welcome a new year, we reflect on the incredible progress we’ve made together and look forward to the exciting possibilities ahead. At Symons Valley Leisure and Amenities Society (SVLAS), our mission is to provide social and recreational amenities, and promote social and recreational activities, to members of the Symons Valley residential area of NW Calgary: Nolan Hill, Sage Hill, Kincora, and Sherwood.
Key Achievements in 2025
• Selected The TULA Project as our Landscape Architect and Project Manager.
• Kicked off our project design, costing, and engineering processes.
• Entered into a License of Occupation (LOC) with the City of Calgary, effectively leasing the Project land for a period of 15 years.
• Achieved project stage gate 1 with the City of Calgary.
• Successfully raised over $800,000 towards the first phase of the Project.
• Hosted another hugely successful Movie at the Park.
• Continued to build strong relationships with our community partners and government officials.
Our Goals for 2026
• Complete our project design, costing, and engineering.
• Achieve project stage gate 2 with the City of Calgary.
• Fundraise an additional 1.5 million dollars to fully fund phase 1 of the Project.
• Submit and receive our Project development permit from the City of Calgary.
• Be shovel-ready for construction in spring 2027.
Help Us Achieve Our Goals
Volunteer: We are desperately in need of volunteers to help us with fundraising. Applying for grants and following up with potential donors is a lot of work, and if we want to hit our funding goal, we need more help.
Sign up to volunteer at [email protected].
Donate: Every dollar brings us closer to making this dream a reality. You can make a secure donation at www.symonsvalleypark.ca/donate.
Spread the Word: Share our mission with your family and friends. The more people who know, the stronger our impact.
Why This Matters
Every great accomplishment starts with a dream—and we dream of a community hub, a recreation destination, to be a reliable place for enhancing the health and well-being of area residents.
Together, We Can Build a Better Future
The beginning of a new year reminds us of the power of hope and community. By coming together, we can turn this vision into a space that benefits our community for generations to come.
Want To Learn More?
Visit our website today at www.symonsvalleypark.ca and see what we’re so excited about. Help us build Symons Valley Park, a destination for you to Play. Connect. Unwind.
Let’s make this a year to remember,
Kris McPherson, CRSP
President, Symons Valley Leisure and Amenities Society
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