Public Pools and Spas

Before opening a recreational water facility, you must complete a notification form to schedule an inspection.

Pool and spa courses

Niagara Region Public Health no longer offers in-person pool and spa operator courses. This service has been discontinued as the program transitions to an online training model.

The shift to an online format will provide operators with greater flexibility and more options. In the meantime, the Lifesaving Society offers two levels of pool operator courses.

More details and supporting materials for the transition will be shared once the online option is ready.

Information for owners / operators

• Ontario Legislation O.Reg. 565 Public Pools
• Pool and Spa Operator Guide

Pool and spa signage

• Class A Public Pools
• Class B Public Pools
• Required Spa Signage
• Pool admission standards
  Minimum three admission standard signs are to be posted at a public pool. One at each entrance and at least two signs within the pool enclosure
• Pool fouling guidelines
• Pool safety and compliance
• Spray / splash pads
• Recreational water reference documents