New regulation as of October 1, 2025

As part of its commitment to protect young children from drowning, the Quebec government has rolled out a new campaign (Cet été, je sécurise ma piscine) to raise public awareness about the importance of pool safety and compliance with the Residential Swimming Pool Safety Regulation, which will come into effect on October 1, 2025.

Important: This by-law applies to all home swimming pools in Quebec, regardless of when they were installed. Note that owners of pools installed before November 1, 2010, and who benefited from an exemption, now have until September 30, 2025 to bring their installations into compliance.

Visit our Web page for details on the government campaign, provincial regulations, municipal standards and permits required. Frequently asked questions are also available.

Please contact the Urban Planning Department for any questions you may have regarding this by-law.

Join us in making sure all backyard swimming pools are safe for everyone!