East Toronto Guide: 5 local ways to stay cool during the sticky days of summer
By ERIN HORROCKS-POPE
Beaches Recreation Centre
Beaches Recreation Centre is popular venue for beating the summer heat. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on weekdays and until 5 p.m. on weekends, it has air conditioning, an indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium, multipurpose and playrooms, and a weight/cardio room. The centre hosts various events and fitness and drop in sports programs, making it a perfect place for families and individuals to stay cool and active all summer long.
Located at 6 Williamson Rd.
Local Public Pools
Swimming is an excellent way to cool down. East Toronto is fortunate to have a variety of both indoor and outdoor pools, providing ample options to enjoy a refreshing swim and escape the summer heatwaves.
Outdoor Pools
Donald D. Summerville Pool – 1867 Lake Shore Blvd. E
Monarch Park – 115 Felstead Ave.
Greenwood Park – 209 Alton Ave.
Blantyre Pool – 180 Fallingbrook Rd.
Kiwanis Pool – 375 Cedarvale Ave.
Indoor Pools
Beaches Recreation Centre – 6 Williamson Rd.
Main Square Community Centre – 245 Main St.
Birchmount Pool – 93 Birchmount Rd.
SH Armstrong Community Centre – 56 Woodfield Rd.
SUP Board / Kayak Rentals
Renting a paddle board, kayak, or canoe down at the beach is an ideal way to refresh yourself. Glide along Lake Ontario with the water at your fingertips, enjoying the serene surroundings and perfect opportunities for a refreshing swim. Several rental spots along the beach and boardwalk offer convenient access to water sports, making it easy to enjoy a day out on the lake during these hotter summer days.
iPaddle Adventures – Bottom of Waverley Road, next to the tennis courts
WSUP Toronto – Beaches Pavillion
SUPGirlz – Hubbard Blvd. and Maclean Ave.
Toronto Beach Kayak – Next to Donald D. Summerville Pool
Neighbourhood Splash Pads
Toronto’s splash pads and wading pools are perfect for kids to cool off and have a blast on hot summer days. These fantastic play areas offer refreshing water fun, providing families with a safe and satisfying way to beat the heat while creating lasting summer memories. With multiple local spots scattered throughout the city, you can easily find one near you using the City of Toronto’s website.
Public Libraries
Step into a serene, literary haven where you can relax, read, and unwind in a peaceful air-conditioned atmosphere. You can escape the heat with a gripping novel or explore new interests in the quiet comfort of shelves lined with knowledge.
Beaches Library Branch – 2161 Queen St E. – Beach
Main Street Branch – 137 Main St. – Upper Beaches
Gerrard/Ashdale Branch – 1432 Gerrard St. E – Gerrard India Bazaar
Danforth/Coxwell Branch – 1675 Danforth Ave. – Danforth
S. Walter Stewart Branch – 170 Memorial Park Ave. – East York
Taylor Memorial Branch – 1440 Kingston Rd. – Birchcliff
Check out more of our East Toronto Guides online for some quick lists of East Toronto’s best things to do!
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