Parc André-J.-Côté in Candiac: Art Trail, Fitness Circuit and Practical Info

Parc André-J.-Côté is at 112 Marie-Victorin Boulevard in Candiac. The City of Candiac presents it as a summer destination for socializing, relaxing and entertainment, open daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Nearly 650 trees create several cool, shaded spots.

What the park offers

• a 5,000 m² amphitheatre;
• an 11-station fitness circuit;
• the Sentier des arts (Art Trail), which the City describes as an open-air museum hosting paintings throughout all four seasons;
• a micro-library, many picnic tables and an arbour;
• an ice ring in winter.

The park is also home to the Maison Hélène-Sentenne (formerly the Maison Melançon), an important heritage building constructed in 1787 that hosts many cultural activities.

Dogs

This is a City of Candiac rule for its parks and public places, not specific to this park: dogs are not allowed in parks during special events. Otherwise, dogs may be walked in the city's public places if they wear their licence, are kept on a leash of two metres or less at all times and remain under constant supervision, with their handler able to control them when necessary.

What is unconfirmed

The length of the Art Trail or of any walking loop, the admission fee and parking are unconfirmed. The 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. schedule is the one published for the summer destination; winter hours are not specified. For more details, contact the City of Candiac.