Bill Hancox Park

Bill Hancox Park

Bill Hancox Park is a relatively new public park in the Scarborough area of Toronto; it is designed with green spaces, walking paths, a children's play area, sports fields, green space, and a variety of play equipment. Sports such as soccer — on soccer fields/grass — and walking/running on the paths within the park are popular. In addition, the park has a table tennis table (ping pong), a chess/backgammon table for free play, and a children's playground with slides, swings, and climbing/play equipment.

Key Features & Amenities

• The park has green space, trees and grass and is suitable for walking, relaxing and spending time.
• For children and families, there is a playground with suitable equipment for children as well as play equipment for different age groups.

Programs & Activities

• Bill Hancox Park is listed as a City of Toronto reserveable field.
• Local reports and websites mention that the park has a soccer field.
• It is also noted that walking, jogging, recreational soccer, ping-pong, open-air games (e.g. chess/checkers) and family/fun activities are popular at the park.
• A local group, the West Rouge Soccer Club, has included practice or competition fields at Bill Hancox Park for various age groups (U7–U10) in their tournament schedule.

How to book

1. Go to the “Online Reservations” page on the City of Toronto website.
2. If you don’t have an account yet, first create a new account: with your email, personal details, address and phone number.
3. Once logged in, go to the Bookings section and search for “Bill Hancox Park” or the Facility you want (e.g. “sports field” or “outdoor field”).
4. Select the date and time you want to book — if available — enter the details of the participants/group, confirm the terms and conditions and make the payment (e.g. by credit card). Reservations are generally non-refundable.
5. After booking, print or save your confirmation and take it with you to the park on the day of your reservation (you may need to show it).

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

• Official address: 101 Bridgeport Drive, Scarborough, ON M1C 5K6, Toronto, Canada.
• Opening hours: Open daily from 08:00 to 23:00.
• Phone: 4163384386

FAQs

Is the park always open?

Yes, the public park is open from 08:00 to 23:00, but access to the sports fields may be limited to reserved hours.

Does it have amenities such as restrooms or drinking fountains?

Probably yes, city parks usually have washrooms and drinking water, but it's best to check before you go to be sure.