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Skate Park Reconstruction



									

							
			
			
			
			
			
        
                                                                                
					                        
    
                                                                                					                                        					
																																			
                                                    
					                                            
            

The Qualicum Beach skatepark was constructed approximately 25 years ago and is currently in the process of demolition and reconstruction.

In 2023, New Line Skateparks was engaged to undertake a Feasibility Study, including a conceptual plan, project scope and potential budget. This study recommended reconstructing the current skatepark with a new facility.

The Town of Qualicum Beach allocated $1.2M in funding toward the total estimated construction budget of $1.3M. A community group has initiated a fundraising campaign through the Canada Helps platform, with funds raised through this platform, as well as from successful grant applications, transferred to the Town for management in a dedicated account. More than $130,000 has already been raised by the local skateboarding community to make the project viable.

The user group continues to fundraise for enhancements beyond the currently approved budget—such as colored concrete, landscaping, and a covered area. The Town has also authorized community members and skatepark advocates to apply for grants to raise funding for the Qualicum Beach Skatepark project.

Two posters on a wall featuring 'Qualicum Beach Skatepark' and photos of the skatepark.
Computer-generated image of the future Qualicum Beach skatepark with figures skating.
Photo of a gym with chairs facing a projector displaying 'Skateparks 101' and people sitting.
An older skatepark covered in colorful graffiti.
Two posters on a wall featuring 'Qualicum Beach Skatepark' and photos of the skatepark.
Computer-generated image of the future Qualicum Beach skatepark with figures skating.
Photo of a gym with chairs facing a projector displaying 'Skateparks 101' and people sitting.
An older skatepark covered in colorful graffiti.
  • Jun 2023 – Feasibility Study RFP
  • Sept 2023 – RFP for Design & Build issued
  • Feb 7, 2024 – Feasibility Study and Final Concept Report presented to Council
  • Feb 2025 – Construction started
  • June 2025 – Projected completion date

A construction cost of $1,200,000 has been budgeted by the Town for 2025.

As of February 20, 2025, Qualicum Beach Skaters has raised over $130k , including both in-kind and cash donations.  Fundraising is still ongoing to support enhancements beyond the currently approved budget in this phase ($1.33M), such as colored concrete and landscaping. The group is also aiming to raise funds for a covered area that would happen in a future construction phase.

  • July 2023 – Survey distributed
  • June 2023 – Design Workshop
  • Dec 13, 2023 – Committee of the Whole meeting
  • Nov 30, 2022 – Committee of the Whole meeting

Contact Us

To contact the Town with questions or inquiries related to this project, please either:

  • Phone the Planning Department at 250.752.6921
  • Use the Public Inquiry Form
Public Inquiry Form
Computer-generated image of the future Qualicum Beach skatepark with figures skating.