On September 21, 2026, the mayor of Montreal announced that the city will not permit any additional encroachment on Jarry Park for Tennis Canada’s proposed expansion. The declaration was made public as the municipal government responded to inquiries about a plan to enlarge the national body’s existing facilities within the park.
City officials explained that the decision reflects a commitment to preserve the current use of Jarry Park and to prevent further development that would alter the park’s footprint. The mayor’s office said the proposal from Tennis Canada was reviewed in the context of existing land use policies and community interests.
Tennis Canada officials had been questioned about the scope of the suggested enlargement, which would have added new courts and support buildings to the area already occupied by the organization’s facilities. While details of the proposal were not disclosed, the questioning highlighted concerns over how the expansion might affect public access, green space, and the park’s overall layout.
The city’s refusal to allow the expansion means that Tennis Canada will need to maintain its current footprint at Jarry Park or explore alternative locations for any future growth. The mayor’s statement underscored that any further development on municipal land must align with established planning guidelines and receive explicit approval from the city council.