Parkland dedication requires developers to convey land to the municipality for parks and public open space when subdividing or developing property. Provincial legislation typically mandates dedication percentages, often around 5-10% of developable land area. Alternatively, municipalities may accept cash-in-lieu of land when dedication is impractical or undesirable. Parkland dedication ensures new neighbourhoods have adequate public open space without requiring municipalities to purchase land at market prices. Dedication requirements apply at subdivision or development permit stages. Municipalities establish policies guiding land acceptance, cash-in-lieu rates, and how dedicated lands will serve recreation needs.