Parks Bylaws & Policies

Tree Removal in Parks

As per the Street and Traffic By-Law (PDF), no person shall trim, prune or cut down any tree or shrub on City property, pathway, roadway or laneway.

Bylaw No. 1567 - A Bylaw to provide for the management of tree removal on private lands on or near ravines and watercourses, and in areas identified as containing significant stands of trees.

Bylaw No. 675 (PDF) - A Bylaw to regulate and govern the use of Parks. Council Policy - No. 605 Tree Removal (Parks)

Parks Maintenance

Fields Status Reports
Maintenance of sports fields and other recreational facilities
Removal of debris from the beach
Removal of trash from Parks and the waterfront
Service and maintenance of irrigation systems and drinking fountains
Support staff for special events such as the Tour de White Rock
Tree, shrub and turf maintenance
Trimming of roadsides, lanes, boulevards and pedestrian walkways
Upkeep of playground areas, dedicated benches and picnic facilities