Episode 34 – Skatepark Planning 201: A conversation with Jeff Iles

Pete and Alec chat with Jeff Iles from Algonquin College. Hear Jeff’s surprising angle on skateparks, and what all advocates can learn from it. Be sure to check out the associated links below.

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to skatepark.org.

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://skatepark.org.

You can also email the hosts directly atpodcast@skatepark.org.

Algonquin College Action Sports Park Development Program Website

https://www.algonquincollege.com/pembroke/program/action-sports-park-development/

Framework for Recreation in Canada

https://www.cpra.ca/about-the-framework

Ottawa Skateboard Association

http://ottawaskateboard.ca/

Toronto Skateboarding Committee

https://www.torontoskateboarding.com/

Toronto Skateboard Strategy

https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/accountability-operations-customer-service/long-term-vision-plans-and-strategies/skateboard-strategy/

Pickering Skatepark Strategy

https://www.pickering.ca/en/living/resources/2017-skateboard-park-strategy-executive-summary.pdf

Calgary Skateboard Amenities Strategy

https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Skateparks/Skateboard-amenities-strategy.aspx

Melbourne Skate Strategy 2017-2027

https://participate.melbourne.vic.gov.au/skate

City of Casey

https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files-public/2018-09/Skate-Strategy-Version-12.pdf

Skate Australia Strategic Plan

https://skateaustralia.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/strategic-plan-2013-2016-skate_aus_Green7_CP.pdf