In 1997, Heritage Community Association initiated a plan for a scenic "Art Park" on an empty lot at the corner of 11th Avenue and Halifax Street. The plan was originally conceived as an alternative green space, a sort of "inner city oasis". The Association worked hard to bring a vacant lot from a neglected space to a point of pride in the community.

The site design was facilitated by a landscape architect who provided some expertise throughout the rough construction phase. The plan was developed in partnership with eight local artists whose pieces of art found a suitable home in the Art Park. The majority of the work was done by a group of dedicated volunteers who put in countless hours to plan, organize and construct the project. The development of the Heritage Art Park saw many people from our community, ranging in age from children to seniors, put their effort into making this a reality.

Shrubs, grasses and over 1000 perennials were planted in the Park. There are 14 Shubert Cherry trees and three Scotch Pines planted on the site. Four benches made from concrete and embellished with colourful, handmade ceramic tiles frame the park's perimeter. Two metal and stone sculptures, a metal insect shaped garbage can, a bench made from wood and metal, and a bench made from ceramic and concrete complete the art projects within the park setting. A mural was painted on a wall of an existing building on the east side of the park. A second mural was added to a wall of an existing building on the north side of the park during the June 2003 Day of Caring project.

It is gratifying to see people sitting on the park benches gazing at the beauty of the cherry trees and flowers in bloom - our own "little field of dreams".