Background
Hancock Woodlands, located at 2151 Camilla Road, is a 6.73 acre (2.7 hectare) site that the City of Mississauga acquired from the Hancock family in 2010 for parkland. The site was later expanded to 7.17 acres (2.9 hectares) with the addition of the property located at 2182 Corsair Road.
Hancock Woodlands is a unique community park, mostly used for passive recreational purposes.
Phase 1: Park redevelopment
After the initial parkland acquisition, a community engagement process was conducted in 2011, which gathered feedback on the park and the two existing buildings at the site (Header House and the Office structure).
The park was redeveloped based on the outcomes of the public engagement process. After the first construction phase was completed, the park was opened to the public on June 10, 2018.
Phase 2: Current construction
The second construction phase is now underway as part of Hancock Woodlands long-term park development strategy. In this second construction phase, the City is providing additional park amenities based on the outcomes of the 2011 public engagement process to continue to implement the vision for the site. The construction currently underway includes:
- New site services (such as sanitation, water and power)
- Renovation of the existing Office structure, which includes converting the structure to an outdoor open-air pavilion
- New standalone washroom structure (includes two accessible washrooms)
Additional construction is expected to start in the summer of 2024 on the Header House and will include a potting shed and an accessible washroom. One greenhouse will also be reinstated.
During construction, portions of the park will be closed to the public. For current information on what is closed and what remains open at the park, refer to the on-site signs.
Phase 3: Proposed park improvements
The City is also proposing improvements to Hancock Woodlands at 2182 Corsair Road.
Improvements include a new trail connection, new planting, a gathering area with accessible seating, interpretive signage and a commemorative feature. The existing trees and garden beds will be preserved. Construction is expected in 2024.
Residents in the area are being invited to provide feedback about these proposed improvements through a post card mailing and a sign on site.
