Recreation & Parks Master Plan

The District of Tofino is developing a Recreation & Parks Master Plan. The Master Plan will help shape the future of Tofino’s recreation and parks services (facilities, programs, and events) over the next ten years and provides Council and staff with a resource to ensure decision making provides the greatest possible community benefit.

The term “recreation” is broad and means different things to different people. The Framework for Recreation in Canada provides the following definition for recreation. “Recreation is the experience that results from freely chosen participation in physical, social, intellectual, creative, and spiritual pursuits that enhance individual and community wellbeing.” As per this definition, please consider recreation to include sports, casual recreation, arts and culture, and other leisure-based pursuits.

Tofino offers a wide range of recreational, parks, and leisure activities for organized and unstructured indoor and outdoor activities, suitable for people of all ages. The plan will be created in consultation with the community, incorporating various research and engagement methods, including:

Community Involvement

The District of Tofino is committed to involving the entire community in developing this plan. There are three points of community engagement throughout the project as per the anticipated timeline. This fall, the first point of engagement is focused on understanding community needs (both present and future) and the current situation (such as barriers and opportunities to enhance access and inclusion). This includes these specific elements:

Stay Updated

This page will be regularly updated with:

• New information about the Master Plan
• Details on upcoming community engagement activities
• Key milestones in the plan’s development

Stay connected, join the discussion, and help shape the future of recreation and parks in Tofino.