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Consultation has concluded
On Wednesday, June 3, City Council approved renaming of the pavilion at Lakeside Park. Based of overwhelming support during the engagement process the Neil Peart Pavilion at Lakeside Park was approved as the name of the building.
Thank you to all who submitted their suggestions of names for the Lakeside Park Pavilion and to all those who voted. Voting is now closed.
The City of St Catharines is renaming the pavilion at Lakeside Park in Port Dalhousie. On Jan. 27 City Council approved a request to name the pavilion to reflect the area's history or notable individuals. One name that has been suggested is that of famed Rush drummer, and member of the Order of Canada, Neil Peart, who immortalized the park in the song, "Lakeside Park."
How you can help name the pavilion at Lakeside Park
The City is calling on residents to help name the pavilion at Lakeside Park., and would like your suggestions.
Naming suggestions can be submitted using our online form.
New names for the park will be accepted until Friday, March 9.
Once all suggestions have been received, staff will review the names and present a short list of finalists to the public. Preference will be given to names that reflect the area's history, heritage, notable individuals and environment.
Voting on the finalists will open on April 17, and a name will be presented to City Council in summer 2020.
You can sign up for updates on this project by selecting "Subscribe" under the Stay Informed graphic. We will share any updates on the project by email, as they become available.
On Wednesday, June 3, City Council approved renaming of the pavilion at Lakeside Park. Based of overwhelming support during the engagement process the Neil Peart Pavilion at Lakeside Park was approved as the name of the building.
Thank you to all who submitted their suggestions of names for the Lakeside Park Pavilion and to all those who voted. Voting is now closed.
The City of St Catharines is renaming the pavilion at Lakeside Park in Port Dalhousie. On Jan. 27 City Council approved a request to name the pavilion to reflect the area's history or notable individuals. One name that has been suggested is that of famed Rush drummer, and member of the Order of Canada, Neil Peart, who immortalized the park in the song, "Lakeside Park."
How you can help name the pavilion at Lakeside Park
The City is calling on residents to help name the pavilion at Lakeside Park., and would like your suggestions.
Naming suggestions can be submitted using our online form.
New names for the park will be accepted until Friday, March 9.
Once all suggestions have been received, staff will review the names and present a short list of finalists to the public. Preference will be given to names that reflect the area's history, heritage, notable individuals and environment.
Voting on the finalists will open on April 17, and a name will be presented to City Council in summer 2020.
You can sign up for updates on this project by selecting "Subscribe" under the Stay Informed graphic. We will share any updates on the project by email, as they become available.
Parks Policy Naming Information
The City’s Naming Policy for Parks, Trails and Recreational Facilities, recognizes that the names of City parks, trails and recreation facilities have a significant influence on the sense of community. The City encourages names that reflect and acknowledge the area’s history, heritage and environment through a transparent, equitable and efficient naming policy.
The naming policy prioritizes names in the following order;
Civic or historical significance
Location or features
Significant individuals, families, organizations and foundations
Life Cycle
Submit your naming suggestions
Name the Lakeside Park Pavilion has finished this stage
Naming suggestions are being accepted until Friday, March 6.
Under Review
Name the Lakeside Park Pavilion has finished this stage
Once all suggestions have been received, staff will review the names and present a short list of finalists to the public. Preference will be given to names that reflect the area's history, heritage and environment.
Voting on the finalists
Name the Lakeside Park Pavilion has finished this stage
Voting on the finalists will open in mid-to-late April 2020
City Council consideration
Name the Lakeside Park Pavilion is currently at this stage
A name of the park will be presented to City Council
