Project Triple Play is building two world-standard softball diamonds in Prince Albert, Sask., that will host community games, as well as national and international competitions.

With walkways, picnic tables, a play structure for children and a disc golf course, the Rotary Club of Melfort is making its park a more inviting place. The rejuvenated park will create an exciting new environment for community members of all ages and interests.

The North Battleford Business Improvement District is removing a non-functioning fountain in Central Park and replacing it with a new surface splash park area. In addition to the splash park, the space will host outdoor concerts, festivals and other events.

The Dr. Noble Irwin Regional Healthcare Foundation’s “A Welcome Home” campaign is raising funds for 22 new long-term care homes in Swift Current, Sask., which will feature multiple green spaces and barbecue areas for residents and their loved ones.

The Tisdale Elementary School and their School Community Council was facing a grim verdict in 2013. A safety audit revealed 80 per cent of the school’s playground equipment was unsafe and needed modification or replacement.

“We know a physically active community is a thriving and happy community,” said school Principal, Sandra Norum. “This playground is the main area that all the children of our community will utilize on a regular basis throughout all seasons. Families of all generations take children to this playground so we would like to provide a multitude of opportunities for all ages and needs.”

The project will improve water drainage and existing base materials to ensure the space is accessible year round. The school is replacing the old wooden play structures with equipment that can be accessed by community members with disabilities. Benches and tables can be used by the school as outdoor classrooms and enjoyed by the general public.

The Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 5 school has over 380 students from the town and surrounding area and with enrollment increasing can really use effective and safe spaces for children to utilize.

A colourful new indoor play space will allow the YMCA of Moose Jaw to make physical activity accessible to more Moose Jaw families.

The Co-op Early Years Play Space is a free facility that provides year-round recreational programs to families with children under five — crucial years for a child’s development. A donation from Co-op Community Spaces is helping the organization grow, so that it can accommodate more than 200 families each month.

A new space in the community’s Strong Start Family Centre will provide toys and equipment that stimulate physical activity and establish healthy behaviours.

“Rates of obesity and chronic disease are a concern in our community. By building an accessible, family-friendly atmosphere that promotes physical activity and programming for the little ones, we are creating opportunities that can make a positive and preventative impact,” said CEO Jeff Fox.

The project will provide new recreational areas at the Sunset Beach area of Crooked Lake. It will include the construction of an inclusive playground equipment and two pickelball courts.

The project aims to upgrade a recreational area within Radisson that includes an outdoor pool, their local hockey rink and surrounding baseball diamonds. It includes upgrading the heating system to a boiler/heat exchanger system, renovating the swimming pool building, changerooms and concession. It also includes fencing around the ball diamonds and an 80 person bleacher.

Create a pump track in the Lakeview area of Regina. A pump track is designed for all things on wheels from bikes to wheelchairs. Will build inclusivity in Regina as there are no other pump tracks. It will also promote physical activity.