In 2006 the City of Oakville introduced a new by-law requiring all new swimming pool builds, hot tub, pond or inflatable pool installations that exceed a depth of 2 feet to have a fence installed surrounding the pool or water fixture with a lockable gate.

The by-law was introduced to increase safety and to reduce the risk of drowning in and around swimming pools and water features.  According to the Lifesaving Society of Canada, “drowning is the third leading cause of accidental death in Canada for people 60 years of age and under. In fact, year after year the data shows that the majority of people who drown had no intention of going into the water - their immersion was sudden and unexpected.”

Before filling your new pool or opening your new water feature, make sure you’ve obtained the necessary permits and installed a fence and gate in the City of Oakville.  For more information contact PoolBoy today.