Leisure swims will continue to be prioritized to ensure as many swimmers as possible have the opportunity to cool off. There is good news for Toronto swimmers — the city’s outdoor pools are set to reopen on Friday.Pools and splash pads were among the facilities cleared to welcome visitors when the city entered Stage 2 of the province’s COVID-19 recovery plan earlier this week.Mayor John Tory will be announcing the official re-opening in the east end of the city this afternoon.On its website, the city said 15 outdoor pools will open on Friday and the rest will reopen on Saturday. Your existing password has not been changed.I understand that I can withdraw my consent at any timeYou have activated your account, please feel free to browse our exclusive contests, videos and content.You have activated your account, please feel free to browse our exclusive contests, videos and content.An error has occurred while trying to update your details. She also reminds the public to stay hydrated and check in on loved ones, particularly the elderly. Starting Saturday, the city’s 56 outdoor pools will reopen across Toronto — their customary summer opening delayed somewhat by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Staff have worked closely with Toronto Public Health to meet guidelines to ensure people can swim safely at outdoor pools. All rights reserved.Daily updates for Weather, Traffic, News, and EntertainmentNotify me when there is a 680 NEWS Weather Guarantee Jackpot potential winner announcementWeekly updates on weekend events, tips, contests/offersBe the first to know! {* forgotPassword_sendButton *} Get breaking news, weather and traffic stories in your inbox 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.Send me alerts, event notifications and special deals or information from our carefully screened partners that may be of interest to me.Send me promotions, surveys and info from 680 NEWS and other Rogers brands.Daily updates for Weather, Traffic, News, and EntertainmentNotify me when there is a 680 NEWS Weather Guarantee Jackpot potential winner announcementWeekly updates on weekend events, tips, contests/offersBe the first to know! The city said capacity at outdoor pools will be “significantly reduced” and “leisure swims will be prioritized throughout the day.” Swimming sessions will be limited to 45 minutes so that the area can be thoroughly cleaned.Anyone using the pool will also have to sign in with their first name, and email or phone number, should Toronto Public Health require it for contact tracing.Pools will be closed for the season on Labour Day weekend.We've sent an email with instructions to create a new password. There is good news for Toronto swimmers — the city’s outdoor pools are set to reopen on Friday. This is the first time this summer that pool hours have been extended.The following six outdoor pools will be open, weather permitting, until 11:45 p.m. tonight and may continue to operate with extended hours until the Heat Warning is cancelled:McGregor Park pool is closed due to a mechanical issue today. Get breaking news, weather and traffic stories in your inbox 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.Send me alerts, event notifications and special deals or information from our carefully screened partners that may be of interest to me.Send me promotions, surveys and info from 680 NEWS and other Rogers brands.Daily updates for Weather, Traffic, News, and EntertainmentNotify me when there is a 680 NEWS Weather Guarantee Jackpot potential winner announcementWeekly updates on weekend events, tips, contests/offersBe the first to know! If you experience any difficulties contacting a division, please contact 311.
They also take down each guest’s name and phone number or email before each swimming block for contact tracing purposes, just in case a patron is later found to have COVID-19.Plan to take showers at home if possible, as the options are limited onsite due to social distancing measures.Despite the heat wave and limited options during the pandemic, the pools haven’t felt overwhelmed. {* backButton *} Please I understand that I can withdraw my consent at any timePlease confirm the information below before signing up.I understand that I can withdraw my consent at any timeWe didn't recognize that password reset code. Gathering Restrictions.
Swimmers will be limited to 45-minute sessions to allow for cleaning.Media requests for filming at pools can be accommodated at Alex Duff, Monarch Park and Sunnyside Park/Gus Ryder outdoor pools only. For more information visit City of Toronto extends hours at select outdoor pools to help residents cool off during Heat Warning My own kids have been able to enjoy the water without having to sit out any intervals at our neighbourhood pool over the past couple days.All outdoor pools in Toronto are open for lane swimming from 11 am to noon and leisure swimming from noon to 8 pm. This restricts the number of people that can be in the pool. SwimTO is a quick-start program focused on the opening of the City’s beaches, outdoor pools, wading pools and splash pads to prevent heat related-illnesses while continuing to reduce the spread of COVID-19. For many, summer in Toronto means swimming in outdoor pools with the sun shining overhead.