This Winnipeg park, opened in August 1947 by Transcona Mayor Andrew Russell “Russ” Paulley, now includes a plaque that was unveiled and dedicated by Transcona Ward Councillor Russ Wyatt in 2006. It commemorates a $65,000 upgrade and renewal of park amenities.
Maple Leaf Park (August 2014)
Source: Nathan Kramer
Maple Leaf Park (April 2025)
Source: Glen ToewsSite Coordinates (lat/long): N49.90064, W97.01133
denoted by symbol on the map above
“Transcona children throng new playground,” Winnipeg Tribune, 4 August 1947, page 9.
Council Regular Meeting Minutes, 29 June 2005, City of Winnipeg.
We thank Glen Toews for providing additional information used here.
This page was prepared by Nathan Kramer.
Page revised: 7 May 2025
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