We test beach water quality from the Victoria Day weekend in May to the Labour Day weekend in September
Beach | Municipality | Water Temperature | Updated |
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Fort Erie | Has not been sampled yet | |
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Fort Erie | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Fort Erie | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Fort Erie | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Grimsby | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Grimsby | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Grimsby | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Lincoln | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Port Colborne | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Port Colborne | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Port Colborne | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Port Colborne | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Port Colborne | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
St. Catharines | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
St. Catharines | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Wainfleet | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Wainfleet | Has not been sampled yet | |
![]() Open for swimming |
Wainfleet | Has not been sampled yet |
Beaches are posted unsafe/closed when water tests show unacceptable levels of E. Coli bacteria.
The beach might also be unsafe because of floating debris, oil, excessive weed growth, bad odours and general turbidity.
Swimming in these waters could cause infections of the ear, eye, nose, throat and skin as well as cause diarrhea if the water is ingested.
Beach water testing results may not always be accurate as conditions can change quickly due to the weather.
Test results are intended as general guidance. Residents are encouraged to consider the current weather before deciding to enter the water. Check the weather forecast.