CSRD Parks & Recreation Plan

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is preparing a Parks and Recreation Plan to help shape our parks, trails, recreation spaces, and programs across the region. This Plan will guide planning, decision-making, and investments in parks and recreation services across Electoral Areas A, C, D, E, F, and G — supporting healthy, vibrant communities for years to come.

Electoral Area B is not being included for the Parks and Recreation Plan, but Electoral Area B residents are welcome to give input on parks and recreation for the region.

Parks and recreation play a vital role in community wellbeing. They help people stay active, connect with the outdoors, spend time with family and friends, enjoy cultural activities, and improve health and wellness. As communities across the region grow and change, this Plan will guide parks and recreation services in keeping with current and future community needs.

Our region is evolving. Population growth, changing demographics, environmental and climate considerations, and emerging recreation trends all influence how people use parks and recreation services. This Plan will help us:

• Understand current and future park and recreation needs
• Identify gaps in services, facilities, and access
• Protect and enhance natural areas
• Support equitable access to parks and recreation opportunities
• Strengthen partnerships with community organizations and local governments
• Prioritize investments and improvements
  The result will be a clear, practical, roadmap to guide decision-making, funding, and partnerships.

The Planning Process
The process for preparing the Parks and Recreation Plan will include:

• Engagement with Indigenous Nations, organizations, and urban Indigenous residents
• Engagement with residents, community organizations, user groups, and partners
• Review of existing parks and trails plans, policies, and data
• Technical analysis of existing facilities, assets, and services
• Demographic and growth projections
• Best practices in parks and recreation planning

Who We're Engaging With
To understand a wide range of needs and perspectives, the CSRD will be connecting with:

• Residents across the region (full-time and seasonal)
• Indigenous Nations and Indigenous organizations
• Urban Indigenous groups
• Community groups and volunteers
• CSRD parks and recreation operators
• Local governments and other organizations

Your Voice Matters
Community input is central to creating this Plan. Throughout the project, we’ll be asking residents to share their ideas, experiences, and priorities to help guide how regional parks and recreation services evolve.

Community engagement will be launching spring 2026. Stay tuned to this webpage for details!