Orange Air Quality Warning issued for Oakville

Residents encouraged to stay indoors and avoid strenuous outdoor activities

Updated: July 16 at 11 a.m.

The Town is encouraging residents to stay indoors and be advised of outdoor program cancellations after Environment Canada issued an Orange Air Quality Warning for Oakville due to smoke from ongoing forest fires. 

Outdoor programs and facilities

• All Town-run outdoor recreation programs have been cancelled for the remainder of the day on Wednesday, July 15 and for Thursday July 16, including Super Playgrounds, Instructional Tennis and outdoor public swims and swimming lessons. 
• Outdoor summer camp activities will be moved indoors.
• Outdoor pools are closed.

Credits will be issued to all registrants of cancelled classes or programs, and residents may cancel outdoor bookings for July 15 and 16 without penalty. 

Indoor programming will proceed as scheduled, with most registered and drop-in programs occurring in air-conditioned facilities. Outdoor amenities, including sports fields, splash pads and courts, remain open and available for residents to use at their discretion. Residents are encouraged to pay attention to their bodies and participate at their own comfort level. 

Summer Splash cancelled

The July 15 Summer Splash event at Wynten Park has been cancelled. 

Due to the persistent nature of the air quality conditions, there are no further postponement dates for this location. 

We hope to see you at future events at other locations!

Sunset Social concert at the Oakville Museum 

Due to current air quality conditions the July 16 concert with the Tak Arikushi Trio is moving indoors. 

Join us for an intimate acoustic house concert inside the Oakville Museum. Capacity is limited, and guests are encouraged to request a seat in advance by calling 289-952-9819.

Reserved seats will be held until 6:30 p.m. After 6:30 p.m., all seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Standing room available as capacity allows.

Learn more on the Oakville Museum Programs and Events page.

Stay safe, stay indoors

Residents are encouraged to stay indoors where possible and avoid strenuous outdoor activity. If you experience coughing, throat irritation or shortness of breath, please move indoors.

If you have questions about programs or facilities, please contact 905-815-2000 or recreation@oakville.ca.