June 19, 2020 | News

Outdoor pools opening on July 4

The City of Pointe-Claire is pleased to announce the reopening of the seven outdoor pools on Saturday, July 4.

Due to mandatory public health measures in response to COVID-19, the ways of operating have been revised to ensure safe swimming for all.

Online registration beginning June 26, at 9 a.m.

For the 2020 season, pools will exclusively be reserved for Pointe-Claire residents, as well as 2019 members. Membership as an individual ($25/resident, $35/2019 non-resident member) or family ($100/residents, $140/2019 non-resident members) is required.

Online registration will begin on Friday, June 26, at 9 a.m. on ludik.pointe-claire.ca. Registration assistance will be available on June 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (514-630-1355).

Users can only join 1 pool for the summer 2020.

Schedule

The pools will be open from July 4 to August 30, with reduced hours from August 17 to 30.

Advance reservation for swim time

For the start of the season, pools will welcome a maximum of 25 people at a time during free swim and 18 swimmers during lap swim, except for Sunnyside pool, which will receive a maximum of eight people at a time during free swim and four swimmers during lap swim.

Swimmers will be able to enjoy two 90-minute time slots per week by reserving in advance. Information will follow from your pool on how reservation will work.

After 90 minutes, all swimmers will have to leave the pool for the crew to maintain the premises.

Wading pools, change rooms, washrooms, chalets, barbecues and food services closed

Please note that the wading pools, change rooms, washrooms, chalets, barbecues and food services will be closed for the season, and it is suggested to bring your own folding chair.

Toilets will be accessible on request, but cannot be used as changing rooms.

Swim times and the maximum capacity of people may be modified or cancelled at any time in compliance with government and public health authority directives.

Have a great summer!