Montreal’s mayor announced on 21 September 2026 that the city will not permit any additional encroachment on Jarry Park for Tennis Canada’s proposed expansion. The decision was presented as a definitive stance against further land use changes within the municipal park.
Tennis Canada has been working on plans to enlarge its facilities inside Jarry Park. Those plans called for the acquisition of additional space to support the organization’s activities. The mayor’s declaration puts an end to that request, confirming that no new land will be taken from the park for the project.
The announcement came during a municipal briefing where the mayor outlined the city’s position on protecting public parkland. The mayor emphasized that Jarry Park will remain unchanged in terms of its boundaries and that the city will not approve any further modifications to accommodate the tennis organization’s growth.
City officials have indicated that the existing amenities in Jarry Park will continue to serve the community without alteration. The mayor’s ruling aligns with a broader municipal policy of preserving public spaces and ensuring that any development proposals respect the established limits of city-owned land.
Tennis Canada, which had been developing its expansion strategy, will now need to reassess its options in light of the mayor’s refusal. The organization has not released a response to the decision, but the city’s position makes clear that any future proposals will have to conform to the current park layout.
The outcome maintains the status quo for Jarry Park, leaving its current facilities intact and preventing any new construction that would reduce the park’s public area. The mayor’s statement underscores the city’s commitment to safeguarding municipal green space while acknowledging the ongoing interests of sporting bodies in the region.