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To ensure that the Waterfront Park Revitalization Project remains within a responsible budget, Administration has cancelled the tender for the Snye Point Outdoor Event Space. The decision to cancel the tender has been made because the projected cost to complete this work was much higher than what was initially budgeted. The termination of this tender does not mean that the work on the Waterfront Park Revitalization Project is cancelled.

The Snye Point Outdoor Event Space project will be reviewed and considered as part of the development of the 2023 Budget Development Process. Administration will ensure that a future concept for the Snye Point Outdoor Event Space will be cost efficient and fiscally responsible.

The public engagement from many partners, along with the Indigenous Sharing Circles and knowledge will inform future versions of the Snye Point Outdoor Event Space, however the specific amenities or details may vary from the original concept.

What We Heard

The information below is an overall summary of the Snye Point Outdoor Event Space Engagement What We Heard Report. Engagement period was from March 15-28, 2021.

Key Findings

• 52% of responses preferred permanent vehicle access to Snye Point
• 38% of responses indicated it was very important that the park space directly connects to the water
• 65% of responses preferred Concept 2

Recurring Themes

• Reconciliation
• Activities
• Connectivity
• Infrastructure and Resiliency
• Process

August 2021 - Final Conceptual Design is here

The Snye Point Outdoor Event Space final conceptual design will include features such as pedestrian pathways, welcome circles, natural play, public washroom, tipi feature, additional parking, vendor opportunities, new docks, and a toboggan hill. The space is designed to be an inclusive four-season waterfront, emphasizing natural elements while recognizing the region’s culture and heritage.

Engagement occurred this past March with residents, stakeholders, and Indigenous Partners. A detailed What We Heard Report can be found here, outlining the overall themes heard throughout engagement. The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo appreciates participants feedback and shaping our waterfront.

March 2021 - Engagement has been closed

We thank all residents, community stakeholders, and Indigenous partners who were part of meaningful discussions and submissions. Construction timelines will be provided as they become available.

Online Community Survey

CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

We created two initial concepts for the Snye Point Outdoor Event Space!

Before you take the survey, check out the two park concepts and four initial sketches that give a feel for both concepts “on-the-ground” here.

Your survey feedback will help the project team develop a final detailed design for Snye Point Outdoor Event Space.