Beaches, outdoor pools, and splash pads

Lifeguard supervision and water quality testing takes place between July 1 and August 31 each year. 

Know your swimming limitations if you choose to swim in unsupervised bodies of water. Always swim with a buddy in supervised areas and adults should never leave children unsupervised in the water.

Water Testing

Municipal staff regularly test the water quality for bacteria levels at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as two unsupervised beaches, during the summer months (July 1 - August 31). 

The municipality monitors our supervised beaches for fecal bacteria, blue-green algae, and other waterborne contaminants between July 1 – August 31 annually. If a suspected blue-green bloom is observed at one of our supervised beaches, the beach is closed immediately and water samples are analyzed for toxins. The beach is not reopened until analysis confirms toxin levels are within safe limits for recreation. When a bloom is reported to the province in a lake where the municipality supervises a beach, municipal staff conduct follow-up monitoring to ensure water quality is safe for recreational use.

View information on Algae Blooms

Swimming Lessons

• To register for swimming lessons for summer 2024 visit our website in late spring to view registration dates. At that time, you can also call our registration line at 902. 490.6666.  All lessons must be pre-booked

Beach Washroom or Change Room Facilities

Washrooms and change rooms are available at the following beaches at the hours listed. These facilities open on the long weekend in May and close at the end of September each year. Portable bathrooms are available at all other supervised beaches.

• Albro Lake Beach: 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
• Chocolate Lake Beach: 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
• Birch Cove Beach: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Penhorn Beach: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

For information on beach closures, call our summer aquatics line at 902.490.5458.

Splash Pads

All splash pads have closed for the season. 

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