Avenue Park Stanley

Last updated April 19, 2024
Address
Between Rue Basile-Routhier and Avenue Durham
Montréal, QC

Located on the Parcours Gouin in Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Avenue Park Stanley has been transformed into a four-season urban oasis. Pedestrians and cyclists are drawn to this rest area for its rich vegetation and proximity to the Rivière des Prairies.

Description

This pedestrian street, located between Rue Basile-Routhier and Avenue Durham on the shores of the Rivière des Prairies, offers residents a relaxing green space that acts as a bridge between Parc Maurice-Richard and Parc Basile-Routhier. The Parcours Gouin rest area has been transformed into an oasis where walkers and cyclists can take a moment to relax. Avenue Park Stanley plays host to weekly cultural and sports activities. It was chosen for its proximity to the richly vegetated shores of the Rivière des Prairies, which are conducive to walking and relaxing; and the surrounding residential area, which is accessible by public transit and via active transportation.

Objective

  • Create a space for people to socialize and reappropriate the Rivière des Prairies shoreline.

Installations

  • Play modules 
  • Games painted on the ground
  • Folding chairs
  • Bike repair station

Directions

Avenue Park Stanley
Between Rue Basile-Routhier and Avenue Durham
Montréal, QC