New Rules for Swimming Pools in Quebec in 2025: You Risk a Fine of More than $500

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If you have a pool in your backyard, whether it's above-ground, in-ground, or even a small inflatable version, prepare to make adjustments this summer to avoid a hefty fine in the future. The Quebec government is tightening the screws on safety, and no residential pool will escape the new rules, regardless of its size or when it was installed. Also read: 9 finable laws you unknowingly break every day while cycling in Quebec. Indeed, this summer …

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As of 30 September, any swimming pool that may contain 60 centimetres of water or more will have to be surrounded by a compliant fence, regardless of its year of installation. So far, the pools built before 2010 were exempt. This acquired right will be abolished. Owners will therefore have to update themselves under penalty of fines ranging from $500 to $1,000. Only the above-ground swimming pools whose walls are at least 1.2 meters high are exe…