Swimming Pools

• Big crowds expected along Bow River for long weekend; city upping patrols

  The City of Calgary will be increasing patrols along the Bow River this long weekend, as many people are expected to opt for a float with local pools still closed.

  Canada

  Jun 27
  
• Hamilton’s Parkdale pool to reopen after $3.2-million renovation

  The newly heated version of Hamilton's Parkdale pool includes a beach-style entry, accessibility and water features, and a 'change house.'

  Canada

  Jul 15, 2022
  
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• Toronto looking for more people to apply as lifeguards, swim instructors

  The City of Toronto says that it is encouraging more qualified residents to apply to be lifeguards and swim instructors to ensure staffing levels are met for summer programs.

  Canada

  Jun 10, 2022
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• Lifeguards needed at southern Alberta swimming pools

  As the COVID-19 pandemic forced pool closures, it also put a hold on lifeguard training courses. Pools across the province are struggling to keep lifeguards on staff.

  Canada

  May 13, 2022
• City of Toronto extending hours at 7 outdoor pools after heat warning issued

  The City of Toronto has announced seven pools across the city will be open until 11:45 p.m. on Wednesday.

  Weather

  Aug 11, 2021
• 3-year-old Quebec boy pulled from swimming pool dies in hospital

  On Monday afternoon Longueuil police were called to a private swimming pool after the toddler was found unconscious in the water.

  News

  Aug 6, 2021
• COVID-19: Winnipeg outdoor pools set to reopen, hundreds of staff returning to work, city says

  Some 360 community services department staff members are also being recalled.

  Health

  Jun 16, 2021
• COVID-19: Ontario moves to Step 1 on Friday. What’s opening in Kingston?

  The first phase of Ontario’s Roadmap to Reopen, which goes into effect tomorrow at 12:01 a.m., will see additional City services, facilities and amenities reopening.

  Canada

  Jun 10, 2021
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• City of Toronto opening 10 outdoor pools on June 12 as province enters reopening plan

  Here is a list of the City of Toronto's outdoor pools that will be opening on Saturday and details on how to book 45-minute appointment slots.

  Weather

  Jun 9, 2021
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• Calgary councillor pushes City of Calgary to save Eau Claire YMCA

  The Gray Family Eau Claire YMCA recently announced it would be closing permanently, but at least one Calgary councillor thinks the City of Calgary should intervene.

  Canada

  Feb 24, 2021