Recreational Water
Pools, Spas, Wading Pools & Splash Pads
*New Changes to Ontario Regulation 565 Public Pools*
Effective January 1, 2025
Changes include but are not limited to definitions of and requirements for:
- Cold plunge pools
- Floatation pools
- Floatation tanks
- Hot water pools
- Wading pool attendants
- Affixed black discs
- Greater range for total alkalinity (60-180 mg/L)
- Shared signage for shared pools
- Signage requirements for some private residential pools and private residential spas
Please read the changes in full at the link below to determine what may apply to your facility.
Still have questions? Call the Community Health Protection Department at 1-800-660-5853 extension 2308 or email us at: [email protected]
Pools and Spas are inspected once every three months while they are operating. Public pools, public spas are regulated under the Ontario Public Pool Regulation 565/18. During the inspection our Public Health Inspectors are looking for safety equipment, proper signage, water chemistry and water clarity. Inspections of wading pools and splash pads are conducted annually to ensure they are safe for public use.
The results of inspections can be found by visiting INSIGHT inspection disclosure webpage.