Case Study: How the City of Oshawa Modernized Rose Valley Park with a Four-Season Smart Public Restroom

Introduction

Rose Valley Park is one of Oshawa’s newest landmark public spaces. The site includes a playground, pickleball courts, a formal garden, walking trails, and an upgraded BMX park. With very high expected attendance, the City needed to provide essential services capable of keeping pace—while remaining operational year-round.

The challenge

Before installation, several challenges were identified:

• High visitor volume, particularly during peak seasons
• The need for a true four-season solution adapted to Ontario’s climate
• A large, multifunctional park requiring a central, durable, and reliable restroom
• The City’s objective to offer a clean, safe citizen experience aligned with the modern image of the site

The installed solution

In September 2025, the City of Oshawa selected a dual-cabin Urben Blu self-cleaning public restroom, including:

• Two self-cleaning restroom cabins
• A rear staff workspace for municipal personnel
• An integrated heated concrete slab enabling winter operation
• A robust, durable design that significantly reduces maintenance needs

This configuration directly addressed both operational and public works requirements.

Observed results

Since installation, several positive outcomes have been observed:

• Significantly improved cleanliness due to self-cleaning technology
• Reduced maintenance requirements, freeing up staff time
• High satisfaction among municipal employees, who now have an integrated work area
• Reliable year-round operation
• Enhanced city image through modern, well-integrated infrastructure
• Increased capacity to support a rapidly growing recreational site