About the project

The City is planning to develop a city-wide park with waterfront access and public amenities at Manhattan Point Waterfront Park

Manhattan Point Park is located at one of Kelowna's most westerly points. It boasts stunning views of the lake and mountains, and connects to key areas via Flintoft Avenue and an east-west alley. It's also a pivotal part of the Paddle Trail and the Manhattan Drive neighbourhood.

The park's journey began in 2004 when the City of Kelowna acquired the property. Initially opened without significant improvements, it provided access to the pier, beach, and lake. However, damage from the 2017 and 2018 floods, which rendered the pier and wharf beyond repair and ineligible for Provincial assistance, led to its closure for safety reasons.

With public engagement now complete, the design phase is set to begin in 2024, with assessments, referrals, and permit approvals slated for 2025, and construction anticipated in 2026.

How the public got involved

In-person:

On July 13, 2024, residents were invited to attend an in-person walkshop to discuss priorities and preferences with the project team and ask questions.

Online:

An online survey was open from July 3 - August 4, 2024. Nearly 1,000 survey submissions were received.