Free 32-page PDF · 2026 edition
The Playground Planning Guide for Canadian Communities
Everything municipalities, schools, and developers wish they'd known before their playground project — budgeting, CSA compliance, inclusive design, grants, and timeline templates.
- Realistic budget ranges by project type & site
- CSA Z614 compliance checklist & inspection cadence
- Inclusive design that goes beyond a ramp
- Canadian grant programs (federal, provincial, municipal)
- Timeline template: discovery → install → opening day
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What's inside
A practical, no-fluff playbook
Discovery
Site assessment template, stakeholder interview script, and a project charter you can hand to council.
Inclusive design
Going beyond the ramp — sensory-rich, neurodivergent-friendly, multi-generational play patterns.
Natural play
When to bring in logs, boulders, and water — and when manufactured equipment is safer & cheaper.
Build & open
Procurement options, install timelines, CSA inspection checklist, and an opening-day press kit.
"We sent the guide to every council member before our RFP. The whole conversation about budget and accessibility shifted overnight."
— Parks & Recreation Coordinator, mid-size Alberta municipality
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