Ward 12 Councillor Josh Matlow is drawing attention to this issue and asking for our support to help keep Toronto public school pools open.
A report to be tabled at the Toronto District School Board meeting on Wednesday, April 30, proposes closing all 66 pools in Toronto’s public schools due to funding cuts from the Provincial Government. This would include 27 pools permitted and used by the City of Toronto in city swimming programs.
Learning how to swim is an essential part of a child’s education, and Toronto’s school pools are once again at risk due to cuts. School pools ensure that kids from all backgrounds have access to lifesaving skills they rely on. Pools are also deeply valued by the surrounding local communities as they provide recreational opportunities for youth, seniors, and everyone in between.
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