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Stay informed when city facilities are closed due to weather |
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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Rental cancellations when city facilities remain open |
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 or surfaces wet for a long time 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? |
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:
Staying off fields that are in unplayable condition helps prevent injuries and prevents unnecessary repairs and |
Posted on Thursday, August 11, 2022 11:00 AM
Halton District School Board have notified us of an asphalt replacement project which will impact Aldershot Pool and the parking areas. To ensure public safety, Aldershot Pool and parking areas will be temporarily closed to the public. Tentative project dates are from Aug. 22 until Sept. 2; however, this is dependent on the school board’s completion of the project. Our other indoor pools as well as our outdoor pools are open as usual. www.burlington.ca/recreation.
Those who have registered for Learn to Swim programming at Aldershot during the closure will be contacted by Customer Service staff to discuss options.
SNAP camp will be moving to Aldershot arena.
Posted on Friday, February 18, 2022 03:30 AM
City of Burlington recreation facilities are open today for scheduled programs, drop-in activities and rentals.
The City of Burlington makes every effort to keep our facilities open during regular business hours. When unsafe weather conditions occur, the City may close facilities.
Rental groups scheduled for City facilities wanting to cancel may do so without penalty by emailing weathercancel@burlington.ca.
If the conditions change and a closure is required that information will be posted as soon as possible.
Three ways to learn more about closure information:
Call 905-335-7738 for a recorded voice message.
Posted on Tuesday, January 04, 2022 11:45 AM
The Province of Ontario has announced a return to a modified Step Two of the Roadmap to Re-open with new public health measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. The following temporary changes will be in place from Jan. 5 until at least Jan. 27, 2022.
Recreation Changes
Posted on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 05:30 AM
Due to the ongoing threat of COVID-19 and following the Provincial and public health directives, the City of Burlington is cancelling all City-run summer programs. This includes activities such as summer camps, recreation programs, festivals and events, swimming and skating drop-ins that were originally offered in the Live & Play Guide.
Programs
Organizations and residents are asked to please be patient during this time as we expect it will take 4-6 weeks for staff process these cancellations. Residents who paid for these programs using a credit card will be refunded to that same credit card if possible. All other payment methods will receive a credit to their Recreation accounts. Following the processing of cancellations, cheque refunds will be issued based on specific email requests. Please email liveandplay@burlington.ca for cheque refund requests, and be sure to include your full mailing address.
As restrictions from the Province and Public Health are lifted, the City will implement...
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2020 10:00 AM
Burlington, Ont.—April 30, 2020— The City of Burlington is committed to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 to protect its residents and employees. City facilities and park amenities remain closed and staff are focused on providing essential services to the community. The Province of Ontario is solely and directly responsible for lifting or easing their emergency orders under which the City operates to deliver essential City services.
Online and phone supports
On April 28, a new COVID-19 resource webpage launched and can be found at Burlington.ca/coronavirus. The site features links to organizations who are looking for volunteers and donations plus organizations offering support to individuals through the COVID-19 emergency.
On May 1, the City of Burlington is launching TelePALS, a free phone service designed to help adults stay connected as everyone practices physical distancing to help flatten the curve of COVID-19.
Through TelePALS, users can participate in free, over-the-phone programs,...
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