Collingwood has had a twin city relationship with Katano, Japan since 1981. The twinning relationship started with an invitation / letter from a Collingwood-born man who was living and working in Katano – Rob Shannon. In 1980 he sent a letter to Collingwood, requesting their participation in an exchange for their soccer clubs. The exchange didn't materialize, however, Katano's Mayor Harada proposed a twinning relationship (common practice in Japan). Subsequently, an invitation came from Mayor Harada’s office in 1981 inviting Collingwood to enter into a twinning relationship. Mayor Ron Emo was the Mayor of Collingwood at the time and the CAO was Gord Norris. A tour to Japan, and specifically Katano, occurred in 1981 with a very formal ceremony commencing the twinning relationship on November 3, 1981.
Since then, this pairing has been successful with active volunteers in both communities keeping the relationship strong. Friendship Gardens is dedicated to this sister city relationship, located north of the Police station on Minnesota Street. This cozy space is ideal for small wedding ceremonies, a relaxing stroll or meditative time.
If you'd like to reserve Friendship Gardens, please call 705-444-2500 Ext. 3382
Georgian Meadows is a neighbourhood park. It is located in the Georgian Meadows neighbourhood. At the park is a coverd area with picnic tables, there is access to the trail and a concrete path leading to a sand playground surface.
Harbourlands Park was created in 2000 and is one of the most beautiful areas in the community. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the rugged beauty of a once active shipping/grain storage area. The backdrop of the Collingwood Terminals with its huge white columns rises up from the once wasteland "spit area", now a series of beautifully landscaped walkways and gardens with a history of the area on massive granite plinths.
Paid parking is in effect, seasonally, 7 days a week at Sunset Point Park, Princeton Shores, Harbourlands and Millennium Park between the hours of 9:00 am to 9:00 pm and at the Collingwood Harbour from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. from the Friday before the Victoria Day holiday until Thanksgiving Holiday Monday. Visit www.collingwood.ca/waterfont for more information.
Collingwood’s Harbourview Park allows for easy access to the waterfront. The boardwalk trail takes you through the park’s tranquil wetlands. Views of the Collingwood Terminals are visible along the Georgian Trail. If you are looking to book the soccer fields for any tournament or practices, please call: Community Service Representatives @ 705-444-2500 ext 3382
Heritage Park is a community park. Heritage Park is a beautiful complex that has access to a ball diamond, skateboard and BMX Park, basketball court, community gardens along with our new Centennial Aquatic Centre. If you want to book a ball diamond or pool party, please call: Community Service Representatives @ 705-444-2500 ext 3382
JJ Cooper Park is a neighbourhood park. It is located in the Creekside subdivision and is Collingwoods first natural playground.
Kinsmen Park is a neighbourhood park. It is located behind the local Catholic High School with public tennis courts and a playground.
Mair Mills is a neighbourhood park. Along with a public tennis court, the community gathers together for the children’s playground and green space. Paved pathway leads to the park and picnic coverd area with picnic tables.
Millennium Park provides breathtaking views of Nottawasaga Bay, including magnificent views of Collingwood Harbour, with the ski hill of Blue Mountain in the background. You can also reserve Millennium Park for Special events. If so, please call: Community Service Representatives @ 705-444-2500 ext 3382
Paid parking is in effect, seasonally, 7 days a week at Sunset Point Park, Princeton Shores, Harbourlands and Millennium Park between the hours of 9:00 am to 9:00 pm and at the Collingwood Harbour from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. from the Friday before the Victoria Day holiday until Thanksgiving Holiday Monday. Visit www.collingwood.ca/waterfont for more information.
Morbay Park is a neighbourhood park. It is located off of Peel on Bush Street where it is surrounded by beautiful trees and a walking and bike trail.