Montreal’s mayor announced on September 21, 2026 that the city will not permit any new encroachment on Jarry Park for a proposed Tennis Canada facility expansion. The decision stops the governing body’s plan to enlarge the existing sports complex within the public park.
Tennis Canada already runs a set of courts and related amenities in Jarry Park, a long‑standing venue for local and regional tennis events. The organization submitted a proposal to increase the footprint of its operations, seeking additional space for training and competition facilities. City officials reviewed the request and concluded that further development would conflict with the park’s public use and municipal land‑use policies.
In response, the mayor’s office issued a formal statement confirming that no new encroachment on parkland will be authorized. The statement emphasized the city’s commitment to preserving Jarry Park as an open, accessible space for all residents while supporting existing recreational programs. No details of alternative locations or compromise solutions were provided.
The rejection follows a broader dialogue between municipal authorities and provincial sports bodies about the balance between expanding elite‑level infrastructure and maintaining community green space. While Tennis Canada continues to operate its current facilities, any plan to add new structures or enlarge the existing footprint must now align with the city’s stance that Jarry Park will not be further developed for private or semi‑private use.