Heat Relief

An air quality warning is in effect in Toronto. As a result, all outdoor and wading pools are closed, and lifeguard supervision has been suspended at the City’s 10 supervised beaches. Learn about air quality and how you can protect yourself.

Date modified: July 17, 2026

Check the Environment and Climate Change Canada website for information on your local forecast and weather alerts, or download the WeatherCAN mobile app.

Service Impacts for July 17

  • All outdoor and wading pools are closed.
  • Lifeguard supervision has been suspended at the City’s 10 supervised beaches.
  • Indoor recreation facilities remain open, for more information check indoor pool drop-in swimming schedules.
  • CampTO programs remain open and outdoor camps and activities will be moved indoors where possible. Field trips are cancelled. 
  • Play Mobile Programs have been cancelled.
  • Registered and drop-in outdoor recreation programs will be cancelled, postponed or moved indoors where possible. Registered participants will be contacted if affected.
  • City-run child care centres remain open and outdoor activities will be moved indoors.

See Cool Spaces Near You for a list of other indoor facilities that are open to the public such as civic centres, malls and libraries which can be used to to find relief from the outdoor air quality.

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