Swimming attire at City aquatic facilities or beaches

Swimming attire

In order to accommodate all visitors and maintain safety in programs, the term "proper bathing attire" must be redefined. In Parks, Forestry and Recreation aquatic facilities, traditional swimwear is preferred where possible; however, the following criteria will be used when determining the appropriateness of attire for swimming:

• Clothing is clean and brought to the pool for the sole purpose of swimming (one cannot wear their street clothes into the pool)
• The clothing must permit the individual to participate safely in the program. Every effort must be made to eliminate the risk of strangulation or being weighed down to the point of incapacitation.
• Aquatic staff are directed to be accommodating the needs of all patrons.

Toplessness in public pools and parks

The City of Toronto's policy is to make its public pools and parks congenial for everyone, recognizing that some individuals may choose to exercise their right to go topless. Women have the right to go topless.

Diaper Requirement

Swimmers, who are not toilet trained, must wear snug-fitting pants over a cotton diaper or suitable disposable swim pants or re-useable pool diapers. (eg., Huggies Little Swimmers, Gabby's Pool Pant Diaper)