Sports & Recreation Permits
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The City of Toronto has well over 270 outdoor fields suitable for seasonal, occasional and tournament play for sports such as, but not limited to; soccer, ultimate frisbee, football, lacrosse or rugby. In addition, the City of Toronto operates and maintains well over 250 ball diamonds. The City has various types of diamonds to serve the community from minor softball diamonds to fastball and slo-pitch facilities. Diamonds and Sports Fields are generally open from Mid-May to September.
For groups who require an extended season or prefer turf fields, we offer 11 different Turf fields for seasonal or occasional use beginning Mid- April through to November.
Please contact your district permit office directly for further details and information.
- Give us your feedback on permits - Take our survey from May 13 to June 30 and tell us about your experience with obtaining a City permit.
- *NEW* Sport Field & Diamond Availability, 2013 - Looking for spot or seasonal sport field/diamond for summer/fall activities? Check Sport Field/Diamond Availability for further permitting details and availability!
- Water Bottle Ban - Attention all parks and sport field permit holders. Council has implemented a water bottle ban in specific parks while organizations are utilizing City of Toronto facilities.
Arenas & Rinks
Toronto Parks, Forestry & Recreation operates 121 indoor and outdoor ice pads that are available for rental for your team, league or group. Ice is allocated according to the Ice Allocation Policy.
Sports Fields & Stadiums
Toronto Parks, Forestry & Recreation offers baseball, soccer, cricket, bocce, football, and many other sports fields and stadiums to suit your sport at your team's skill level. Application deadlines for seasonal bookings begin in the month of November for the following year, so get your application in early! Field permits are allocated according to group categories.