Naming Committee Announcements

2023 Announcements

Marilyn and Richard Nichols Green

Marilyn and Richard Nichols Green is located in the Delwood neighbourhood at 81 Street NW, north of 133 Avenue NW.

This green space is named after Marilyn and Richard (Dick) Nichols , founding members of the Delwood Community League, who demonstrated exceptional volunteerism and leadership in their community for over 55 years.

Copihue Park

Copihue Park (Map) is located in the Laurel neighbourhood just off 21 Avenue. The park, named in honour of the Chilean community, was named after an evergreen Chilean bellflower named copihue. The flowers can be found year-round in the rainforests of southern Chile and grow up to 30 feet tall. The flowers are bell-shaped, and usually about 3 inches long, with white spots visible inside the flower’s bell.

The name Copihue Park was approved by the Naming Committee June 27, 2023,

For the ancient people, the Mapuches, the copihue was a symbol of happiness and gratitude. It was also an emblem of courage and freedom, and a loving soul. The name itself stems from the Indigenous Mapuche language.

The flower was declared the National Flower of Chile by President Juan Luis Sanfuentes in 1915.

This flowering plant was chosen as a representation of the culture of the people, and the country's biodiversity and landscape of extremes.

More Information: Discover The National Flower of Chile: Lapageria

Mabuhay Park

Mabuhay Park (Map) is located 2608 - 14 Ave NW in the Laurel neighbourhood. Mabuhay (Muh-Boo-Hai) is a Filipino greeting that means “Welcome” or “Long Live”, and is used to promote Filipino hospitality and warmth.

It stems from the word “buhay” which translates to “life”, and carries various meanings, including: “welcome”, “long live”, “be alive”, “cheers”, and "hurray”.

The Mabuhay greeting involves gracefully laying the palm of the right hand over the center of the chest, while simultaneously nodding the head, accompanied by the verbal greeting.

More Information: Discover the Philippines: “What does MABUHAY mean?””

2021 Announcements

Jan Reimer Park

Photo of Jan Reimer

Jan Reimer was born in Edmonton in 1952. She won her first election as Alderman for the former Ward 1 in 1980. She was reelected again in 1983 and 1986 (Alderman terms at that time were three years) and won the office of Mayor in 1988 replacing Laurence Decore.

Reimer advocated for changing the title of Alderman to Councillor and championed improvements to the City’s waste management system including recyclables and eco stations. She worked on initiatives to improve the water quality of the North Saskatchewan River and in preserving the river valley and extending the trail system. She helped establish the Edmonton Arts Council and the Aboriginal Advisory Committee.

Reimer is well known for her support of initiatives to reduce family violence. She is the Executive Director of the Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters and in her role speaks regularly about curbing family violence and lobbies for more support for abused women and children.

Reimer was recognized as an Edmontonian of the Century in 2004 and has received the YWCA Women of Distinction Award and the Governor General’s Award.

2019 Announcements

Bryan Anderson Sign Picture

On Sunday, June 9, signage for the newly named Bryan Anderson Athletic Grounds was unveiled. The former Terwillegar Heights District Park was renamed the Bryan Anderson Athletic Grounds by the City’s Naming Committee on February 26. The park is located at the northeast corner of 23 Avenue NW and Terwillegar Drive NW within the Leger neighbourhood.

The new name honours the work and dedication of past City Councillor, sports coach and recreation advocate Bryan Anderson. During his career as an educator and coach, Anderson was dedicated to creating opportunities that supported student athletes as they pursued their personal and athletic goals. In his 19 years as a City Councillor, he showed this same dedication to creating healthy communities across Edmonton.

During his time on City Council, Bryan Anderson led the Sport and Recreation Initiative to develop the Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre and four other City Recreation Centres. Anderson also advocated for the development of the GO Centre, numerous artificial turf facilities and the new Coronation Velodrome. His dedication to Southwest Edmonton also made possible the building of a new library, fire hall and police station.

On June 10th, Bryan Anderson was also inducted into Edmonton’s Sports Hall of Fame.

Bryan Anderson Athletic Grounds Map
Bryan Anderson’s Biography

2018 Announcements

Canadian Forces Trail

Canadian Forces Trail Signage

On June 26, the Naming Committee approved the honourary naming of “Canadian Forces Trail” along 97 Street from 137 Avenue NW to the City’s northern boundary. The naming application was submitted by Ward 3 Councillor Jon Dziadyk.

The naming honours the relationship between the City of Edmonton and the Canadian Forces (Garrison) Base and the historical significance of the former Canadian Forces Base Griesbach, located west of 97 Street and north of 137 Avenue.

Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Edmonton is the largest army base in Western Canada, and has a significant impact on the City of Edmonton’s local economy, with many military members living in Edmonton. For almost a century, 97 Street has carried soldiers between the bases, and served a principal route to the international airport for troops to deploy in the defence of Canada. Traditionally, Edmontonians have lined this street to wave good-bye or to welcome home troops.

The naming also honours the sacrifices that Canadian soldiers and their families have made and the 100th anniversary to the end of World War One.

For more information, please read the press release.

Hugh Bolton Way

On May 1, 2018 Hugh Bolton officially retired from his role at EPCOR, but his name remains in the fabric of Edmonton. As approved by the Naming Committee in December of 2017, 107 Street NW between 120 Avenue NW and 123 Avenue NW, now bears the honourary name of Hugh Bolton Way. This road segment connects to EPCOR's Hugh J Bolton Service Centre.

Committee support for this naming was based on Hugh's long-standing work with volunteer organizations such as STARS, the Canadian Diabetes Foundation and the United Way. He also mentored students at the University of Alberta School of Business for two decades. His work in both the profit and non-profit sectors has brought benefit and recognition to Edmonton.

For more information, please read the press release.

Valley Line West

Valley Line West Map

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Names for the stops and stations along the West extension of the LRT Valley Line were approved at the March 27, 2018 meeting. The committee wanted to ensure the stop and station names made navigating the city easy for all, while drawing attention to Edmonton's history, and reflecting community input. The stop/station distinction was determined by whether the line was at grade or elevated in keeping with the LRT naming conventions. For more information, or for a pdf copy of the map shown above, please see the Valley Line project page.

Downtown to 149 Street	149 Street to Lewis Farms
Alex Decoteau Stop NorQuest Stop MacEwan Arts/112 St. Stop The Yards/116 St. Stop Brewery/120 St. Stop 124 Street Glenora Stop Grovenor/142 St. Stop	Stony Plain Road/149 St. Stop Jasper Place Stop Glenwood/Sherwood Stop Meadowlark Stop Misericordia Station West Edmonton Mall Station Aldergrove/Belmead Stop Lewis Farms Stop

2017 Announcements

Sgt. Maynard "Val" Vallevand Park

In addition to a police facility, in 2016 a small green space was named for the officer that began the Edmonton Police Canine program. Located at 16448 104A Avenue NW (Lot P Block 5 Plan 4746KS), the recently installed sign honours Val's contribution to the Edmonton Police K9 Unit.

Vallevand Park

For more information about Sgt. Vallevand, or a map of the park location, please see the Naming Committee Maps and Biographies page.

100 Street Funicular and Frederick G. Todd Lookout

The grand opening of the 100 Street funicular and lookout will take place on December 9, 2017 celebrating a new way of bringing Edmontonians into the River Valley system. The Edmonton Naming Committee determined the names of both the lookout and funicular in their August 2017 meeting.

Edmonton’s River Valley, the largest urban park in Canada, is an asset that may never have existed without the efforts of Frederick G. Todd. As was common in most Canadian settlements, Edmonton’s river valley was used for industry and manufacturing leading up to the flood in 1915. Todd saw its potential as a recreation space, and developed a plan for the area focusing on preserving and enhancing the natural state. His plan was used as the guiding framework for the river valley after the waters receded.

For more information about Frederick G. Todd, please read the Naming Committee biography.

ᐄᓃᐤ (ÎNÎW) River Lot 11

On January 31st, 2017, the Naming Committee approved the name for one of Canada’s first outdoor curated Indigenous art parks. The park will be known as ᐄᓃᐤ (ÎNÎW) River Lot 11∞, pronounced (EE-NU) River Lot 11.

ᐄᓃᐤ (ÎNÎW) is a Cree word meaning “I am of the Earth”; the art park is situated on ancestral lands of the Indigenous peoples whose descendants entered into Treaty with the British Crown resulting in the territory being opened for settlement. River Lot 11 acknowledges the historic river lot which was home to Métis settler Joseph McDonald. The park is located within Queen Elizabeth Park in Edmonton’s North Saskatchewan River Valley.

For more information, read the entire press release.

2016 Announcements

Vukovic Way

In 2015, the Naming Committee approved the honourary road name "Vukovic Way", and in 2016, his son Bernard held an unveiling event. Ivan Vukovic founded Edmonton-based company NAMCO in 1976.

Vukovic Way Sign

Philanthropist Honoured

Judy Padua was honoured during the unveiling of Judy Padua Way, an honourary road located Downtown between Rue Hull (99) Street and 100 Avenue behind the Edmonton Public Library.

Judy Padua Way Sign

Portion of 23 Avenue Renamed

Maskêkosihk Trail

ᒪᐢᑫᑯᓯᐦᐠ ᐟrᐊᐃl

On January 26, 2016, the Naming Committee approved the renaming of 23rd Avenue between 215th Street and Anthony Henday Drive as Maskêkosihk Trail (pronounced 'Muss-Kay-Go-See').

Maskêkosihk is the Plains Cree name that refers to the land location of Enoch Cree Nation and is a derivative of Maskêkosak (pronounced 'Muss-Kay-Go-Suk') meaning "people of the land of medicine." The roadway is situated within traditional Enoch Cree Nation territory and will serve as a highly visible entryway into Enoch Cree Nation.

The area between 184th Street and 23rd Avenue has served as a gathering space for Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples for generations. Sharing a border, Enoch and Edmonton also share a dedication to reconciliation.

"In recognition of renewed relationships based on respect and cooperation, the renaming of this roadway celebrates Indigenous culture within and beyond Edmonton's city limits. I am honoured to be part of this significant announcement as a shared effort towards reconciliation." - Mayor Don Iveson

2015 Announcements

Honouring People

As an on going effort to maintain accurate biographical information on individuals honoured through the Naming process, the Naming Committee encourages citizens to contact Administration with updated information and materials related to past naming approvals.

Recently, Betty Mullen contacted Administration regarding road names approved in her honour in 2006. She provided new and updated information pertaining to her contributions to the City. Read more about Betty Mullen.

If you know an individual who has been honoured through the Naming process and would like to share additional information, please contact our office.

Park Named in Honour of Constable D. Woodall

On September 22, 2015, the Naming Committee approved the naming of "Constable Dan Woodall Park" located in the South Terwillegar Neighbourhood. This park is named in honour of fallen Constable Daniel Woodall who was an avid soccer fan. The park will soon feature a soccer field, baseball diamond, and playground.

Constable Dan Woodall Park

Second World War Veteran and PoW Honoured

Gord King is a Second World War Veteran and former Prisoner of War who was involved in the Great Escape. The Naming Committee recently approved Gordon King Pond and a network of King roadways within the Keswick neighbourhood in his honour.

Gordon King Pond
King Road, Vista, Landing, Gate, Wynd

2014 Announcements

Edmonton's First Female Bus Driver Honoured

Kathleen Andrews

Edmonton's first female bus driver, Kathleen Andrews, has been honoured. "Kathleen Andrews Garage,"a City of Edmonton transit garage, will be located on Fort Road, north of Yellowhead Trail. Andrews Loop, Gate and Way are three roads in the Ambleside Neighbourhood that have also been named in her honour.

Kathleen Andrews Garage

Andrews Loop, Gate, Way

Light Horse Park

The South Alberta Light Horse (SALH) is a pan-Albertan regiment, with squadrons in Medicine Hat and Edmonton. The B Squadron SALH is located in the Brigadier James Curry Jefferson Armoury in Edmonton with the Loyal Edmonton Regiment. The SALH is an armoured reconnaissance regiment and part of the Canadian Army Primary Reserve. The SALH has existed historically in various forms since the Northwest Rebellion of 1885. With the advent of the Land Force Reserve restructuring project, the South Alberta Light Horse returned to its reconnaissance roots in 2004.

The naming of Light Horse Park will honour the current day South Light Horse, and all that have and continue to serve in that unit.

Alexander Decoteau Honoured

Alexander Decoteau

Alexander Decoteau, 1912. (CEA EA-1-2072)

Decoteau Trail was approved in 1971 to honour Alexander (Alex) Decoteau, an Olympic athlete and Canada's first Aboriginal police officer. Though this trail has honoured his name for years, and more recently, Decoteau Way in the Griesbach neighbourhood was named to pay tribute to his service with the Canadian Army, many believed that this devoted Edmontonian was deserving of something more. The story of Alex Decoteau's incredible life needed to be celebrated.

The Naming Committee received an overwhelming amount of support to honour Alex Decoteau's contributions to Canadian heritage, including letters written by grade 5/6 students at Patricia Heights School after a visit to Fort Edmonton Park, where the class learned of Alex Decoteau's many accomplishments. Further support was obtained from Alex Decoteau's grand niece.

"Edmonton has a rich aboriginal history and it is fitting that a park in the heart of our city is named for Alex Decoteau, who was a remarkable Edmontonian. Parks bring a sense of community as a place to gather and relax. As an important space, it deserves a notable name and I applaud those who helped make this happen."
- Mayor Don Iveson

"Students from Patricia Heights approached us after learning about Alex Decoteau, wanting us to find a way to honour his legacy. The downtown community and Edmonton Police Services got behind the idea, and we are excited to be honouring him through this park."
- Jeff Nachtigall, Naming Committee Chair

In recognition of this admirable man and the much-deserved support to honour his name, the Naming Committee has approved:

Alex Decoteau Park

Alex Decoteau Park is located at 10204 - 105 Street NW in the heart of Edmonton's Downtown neighbourhood. As sergeant of the West End Police Office in 1914, he protected the streets of what is currently known as the Warehouse District (105 Street NW to 109 Street NW) in the Downtown neighbourhood. There is a plan in place to commemorate the life of Alex Decoteau in this public park space.

Edmonton Artist Honoured

Kostash Drive

Hemophilia Advocate Honoured

Ken Poyser Park

Neighbourhood Naming Complete for Big Lake and Meadows

The neighbourhood names of Kinglet Gardens and Pintail Landing now complete the Big Lake ASP. Big Lake contains a naming theme of "Native Bird Species of the Big Lake Natural Area". The final neighbourhood within the Meadows ASP has been named Aster. The theme for this ASP is "Trees, Flowers, and Plants Native to Alberta".

Pioneer Bush Pilot Honoured

Frank Victor Burton Field

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Naming Committee Announcements

Wîhkwêntôwin (formerly Oliver) Renaming

Past Year's Announcements

Marilyn and Richard Nichols Green

Copihue Park

Mabuhay Park

Jan Reimer Park

Canadian Forces Trail

Hugh Bolton Way

Valley Line West

Sgt. Maynard "Val" Vallevand Park

100 Street Funicular and Frederick G. Todd Lookout

ᐄᓃᐤ (ÎNÎW) River Lot 11

Vukovic Way

Philanthropist Honoured

Portion of 23 Avenue Renamed

Honouring People

Park Named in Honour of Constable D. Woodall

Second World War Veteran and PoW Honoured

Edmonton's First Female Bus Driver Honoured

Light Horse Park

Alexander Decoteau Honoured

Edmonton Artist Honoured

Hemophilia Advocate Honoured

Neighbourhood Naming Complete for Big Lake and Meadows

Pioneer Bush Pilot Honoured

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Naming Committee Announcements

Wîhkwêntôwin (formerly Oliver) Renaming

Marilyn and Richard Nichols Green

Copihue Park

Mabuhay Park

Jan Reimer Park

Canadian Forces Trail

Hugh Bolton Way

Valley Line West

Sgt. Maynard "Val" Vallevand Park

100 Street Funicular and Frederick G. Todd Lookout

ᐄᓃᐤ (ÎNÎW) River Lot 11

Vukovic Way

Philanthropist Honoured

Portion of 23 Avenue Renamed

Honouring People

Park Named in Honour of Constable D. Woodall

Second World War Veteran and PoW Honoured

Edmonton's First Female Bus Driver Honoured

Light Horse Park

Alexander Decoteau Honoured

Edmonton Artist Honoured

Hemophilia Advocate Honoured

Neighbourhood Naming Complete for Big Lake and Meadows

Pioneer Bush Pilot Honoured

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Indigenous Ward Naming Knowledge Committee

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