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Closures Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I stay informed when city facilities are closed due to weather? |
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The City of Burlington makes every effort to keep our facilities open for scheduled activities and rentals. When unsafe weather conditions occur, the city may close facilities. Three ways to get closure information:
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Can I cancel my rental event when city facilities remain open? |
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When Environment Canada issues a weather alert, advisory or watch, renters may proactively cancel or reschedule without penalty.
For more information please contact:
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How is it determined if a sport field is closed? |
| Field closures are based on participant safety and how wet the field is. Heavy rains, snow on turfs or wet surfaces may close fields due to potential damage and they also can become slippery and unsafe for participants. |
When is the decision made to close sport fields? |
| Sport field status will be communicated by 3 p.m. Monday through Friday only (excluding Holidays). In the event of a cancellation, permit holders are responsible to pass any cancellation information along to their participants. |
Who can make closure and cancellation decisions? |
| To ensure the safety and playability of the fields if weather and/or field conditions change, City staff and/or designated game officials (coaches, referees) may close sport fields or cancel play. The webpage is not updated on the weekends and holidays. |
How can I get up to date information easily? |
| Permit holders, coaches, players and parents are encouraged to subscribe to email notifications sent directly to your email at subscribe.burlington.ca. |
What if a sport field has not been identified as closed on the website and is in an unplayable state? |
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Please be aware that inclement weather or emergency maintenance closures can occur at any time and without warning. If a field is in an unplayable state when you arrive, please stay off the field and contact customer service at rentals@burlington.ca, within two business days of booking, so they can assist you with any permit adjustments. Examples of unplayable conditions include:
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Mobimats temporarily removed due to rain - reinstalling May 26
Posted on Friday, May 23, 2025 03:36 PM
Due to heavy rain this week, the mobimats at Beachway Park were washed out and had to be temporarily removed. They will be reinstalled on May 26. Thank you for your patience.
Park Amenities Reopening for 2025 Summer Season
Posted on Thursday, May 08, 2025 11:00 AM
As we welcome the warmer weather, the City is excited to announce the opening of several park amenities.
Opening Dates and Updates:- All tennis/pickleball courts are open for use.
- All park washrooms will be open 7 days a week, from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. from May 10 until October 13, 2025.
- This includes portable washroom units at Burloak Park and Spencer Smith Park and port-o-lets at Beachway Park, LaSalle Marina and Kerncliff Park
- Orchard Park and Norton Park washrooms will only be open for permitted times.
- Drinking fountains and bottle filling stations are in the process of being turned on and will all be operational by May 16 or sooner.
- Mobimats at the Beachway Park will be placed out starting on May 10.
- Splash pads will be opening beginning May 17 and will operate daily from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. The opening of splash pads is expected to take approximately one week, with all splash pads open by May 24.
For a list of parks and amenities, visit: facilities.burlington.ca
Sports Field Closure - April 2
Posted on Wednesday, April 02, 2025 04:21 PM
Due to the wet weather, all artificial turf sports fields are closed today (April 2, 2025). Stay informed of sports field closures by subscribing at burlington.ca/subscribe.
Outdoor tennis and pickleball courts reopening for the 2025 season
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 02:00 PM
With warm weather ahead, all City of Burlington outdoor tennis and pickleball courts will be opened and ready for use as of Saturday, March 29, 2025.
For a list of locations with outdoor pickleball and tennis courts, visit the City’s Parks and Facilities webpage.
Recreational Facility Closures - Feb. 16
Posted on Sunday, February 16, 2025 05:24 PM
Update, Feb. 16, 5 p.m.:
Recreational facilities will be opening Monday, Feb. 17 at 9 a.m. Drop-in recreation programs will resume and facilities will be open for scheduled rentals.
The Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond will open tomorrow, weather and ice conditions permitting. Residents are encouraged to call the ice conditions hotline at 905-335-7738, ext. 8587 before leaving to make sure the Pond is open.
www.burlington.ca/dropinandplay
In anticipation of significant snowfall and to ensure the safety of residents and staff, the City of Burlington’s recreational facilities will be closed on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. All recreation programs and rentals have been cancelled.
The City of Burlington makes every effort to keep our facilities open during regular business hours; however, when unsafe weather conditions occur, the City must close facilities. We are disappointed too, but will open our facilities again as soon as it is safe to do so. Information for re-opening will be shared as soon as...
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