The new park was officially opened on May 22, 1926. For many years the park played host to whippet racing but the most exciting event had to be an emergency plane landing on the football field during the Second World War.
This park was designed by Municipal Engineer E. Dundas Todd as a memorial to soldiers who perished in the First World War.
Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation – Memorial South Park – About the Park – This large park is enjoyed by sports teams and neighbours alike. The formal tree-lined entry leads to the war memorial that gives the park its name; the track and beyond is a popular place to exercise and socialize. The pond is a quiet place to watch dragonflies and ducks.
