Toronto Police Service Marine Unit, 259 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON (2026)

10/11/2026

🚨 Marine Partners on the Water — All Year Round! 🌊🚤

TPS Marine Unit and Toronto Fire Services Marine responded to a 911 call reporting a person in the water struggling and unable to control their vessel in rough conditions near Humber Bay Park.

Officers from 22 Division responded landside while marine vessels rushed to the area, searching for vessels in distress and checking on several sailboats along the way.

A male in the water with a kayak was eventually pushed into shore by the waves, where officers were able to assess him. Thankfully, no medical attention was required.

❄️ Cold Water Safety Reminder!

Lake Ontario is cold and getting colder every day! If you’re heading out on the water this fall, especially in rough conditions, remember that a lifejacket alone may not be enough.

🛟 Wear your lifejacket and consider proper cold-water protection, including an immersion-rated dry suit.

📱 Carry a working communication device so you can call 911 if you get into trouble.

📍 Always have a sail plan! Let someone on shore know where you’re going, your planned route and when you expect to return, so they can alert authorities if you’re overdue.

Many emergencies and tragedies on the water are preventable with proper planning, preparation and the right equipment.

For more boating safety tips, check out the Canadian Safe Boating Council csbc and Be a Better Boater at www.bebetterboater.com.

Stay safe. Be prepared. Enjoy the water responsibly! 🌊

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09/19/2026

🌊 Thank You to Our Marine Partners

The Toronto Police Marine Unit would like to thank all of our partners who worked together on the water to secure the Marine Safety Exclusion Zone for the 77th Canadian International Air Show. 🚤🇨🇦

Thank you to Toronto Port Authority, Transport Canada, RCMP, Canadian Coast Guard & Auxiliary, Toronto Fire, Toronto Paramedics, Durham, Hamilton, Halton & Peel Police Marine Units, T-SAR, Para Marine and our TPS Marine Auxiliary.

We cannot do it without you! 💙

As we head into the final weekend of summer, we all share the same message:

🌊 Water temperatures are dropping.
🦺 Wear your lifejacket or PFD. An unexpected fall into cold water can quickly become an emergency, and wearing it greatly increases your chances of staying afloat until help arrives.
🌬️ Check the weather and marine conditions before heading out.

Enjoy the water, be prepared and stay safe.

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09/12/2026

Supporting Women in Policing 💙⚓️

The Toronto Police Marine Unit was proud to support the Ontario Police Services Recruitment Fair – Supporting Women in Policing.

It was a pleasure speaking with so many women interested in a career in policing today, sharing our experiences and some of the many opportunities available within the Toronto Police Service.

Thinking about a career in policing? Connect with our TPS Recruiting Unit, take the next step and start your career today.

With so many different units, specialties and career paths, your career can take you anywhere.

And who knows… your next office might be on the water — and your uniform might include a life jacket! 🌊🚤

Take the next step. Come join our team and see where your career can take you!

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09/08/2026

All summer long, the Toronto Police Marine Unit has been proud to work alongside our City of Toronto Beach Lifeguards, helping keep Toronto’s beaches and waterfront safe. 🤝🚤🏊

With the 2026 lifeguard season now complete, there is no longer lifeguard supervision at City beaches. If you’re continuing to enjoy Lake Ontario into the fall, please take extra precautions.

⚠️ Remember:

* Never swim alone — use the buddy system
* Check the weather, wind and water conditions before heading out
* Pay particular attention to offshore winds
* We do not recommend using pool toys or recreational inflatables on Lake Ontario. Offshore winds can quickly carry you away from shore.
* Lake Ontario is a large, open body of water. Wind, waves and changing conditions can be much more significant than on a smaller inland or protected lake.
* People can get into trouble quickly when pushed offshore and may be unable to swim, paddle or use human power to safely return to shore
* Water temperatures are currently approximately 20°C and will begin dropping quickly at this time of year

🚨 If you see someone in trouble on or near the water, call 911 immediately.

A big thank you to our City Beach Lifeguards for another summer of teamwork, professionalism and dedication to keeping our waterfront safe. We appreciate the partnership and look forward to working together again next season. 💙🌊

Enjoy Toronto’s waterfront — be responsible, be prepared and be safe.

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09/03/2026

✈️🌊 77th Canadian International Air Show – Marine Safety & Security

The Toronto Police Marine Unit is looking forward to working alongside our marine and public-safety partners on the water to help maintain a safe and secure perimeter for the 77th Canadian International Air Show.

📅 Air Show: Saturday, September 5 – Monday, September 7, 2026
✈️ Practice Day: Friday, September 4, 2026
⏰ Air Show activities are expected daily between 12:00–15:40 hours.

🚨 MARINE EXCLUSION ZONE

A Marine Exclusion Zone will be in place as shown on the map above. Vessel access within this area will be restricted during Air Show activities. Note -Closures will be daily from one hour prior to the start of the airshow until the conclusion of the event. This includes the practice show.

⚓ VESSEL ACCESS

Vessels requiring access to the National Yacht Club or Aquatic Park area can speak with Toronto Police Marine Unit officers on the water. When permitted and safe to do so, vessels may be guided along the seawall directly to the entrance.

During the restriction:

• Vessels will not be permitted to transit through Humber Bay
• The West Gap will be closed during Air Show activities
• Vessel traffic can be redirected through the East Gap

Boaters are reminded to follow the directions of police and marine personnel and monitor VHF Channel 16 for marine safety and security broadcasts.

🚫 DRONES / RPAS

Temporary flight restrictions are expected to be in place around the Air Show demonstration area. Drones and other Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) are not permitted within restricted airspace.

For show schedules and information, check out the Canadian International Air Show website.

⚓ Be safe on the water, respect the exclusion zone and enjoy the show! 🚤✈️🇨🇦

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08/31/2026

TEAMWORK ON THE WATER ⚓️

The Toronto Police Service Marine Unit continues to work alongside our marine safety partners, including Transport Canada, Canadian Coast Guard, and Toronto Port Authority, to help ensure the safety and security of Toronto’s Inner and Outer Harbours and surrounding waterways.

Through joint patrols, enforcement, education and coordinated operations, our agencies work together to promote safe boating and keep Toronto’s waterfront safe for everyone.

⚓️ HOW TO REPORT AN ABANDONED OR WRECKED BOAT

If you find a boat that appears to be abandoned, wrecked or hazardous in Canadian waters, here’s who to contact:

🚨 Immediate danger or emergency: Call 911

🌊 Possible pollution or public health risk: Contact the Canadian Coast Guard

⚠️ Hazard to navigation or questions about salvaging a wreck: Contact Transport Canada

For more information, visit tc.canada.ca and search “Abandoned Vessels.”

Working together helps keep our waterways safe, clean and accessible for everyone.

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08/27/2026

🚤🛒 Community support is making waves! The Toronto Police Marine Unit was proud to join 52 Division and Loblaws for the Bloat-A-Boat (Cram-A-Cruiser) community fundraiser at the Lower Jarvis Loblaws.

Thanks to the generosity of local shoppers, more than 200 bags of non-perishable groceries were collected and donated to Mabelle Community Centre for distribution to community members in need.

Members of our Marine Unit and Marine Unit Auxiliary team were proud to support the event. Throughout the day, one of our Marine Unit vessels was used to help load the donated groceries, take photos with members of the community, and provide a marine tour for the volunteers who helped make the event possible. 🚤

A big thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered and helped make the event a success. It was a great opportunity to support an important community initiative while connecting with the public and promoting boating and water safety.

Working together to make a difference — on the water and on land. 💙
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08/06/2026

Working Together to Keep Toronto’s Waterways Safe

Toronto Police Marine Unit is working alongside Transport Canada to conduct marine safety inspections of vessels operating in the Port of Toronto.🇨🇦🚤

This past weekend, officers inspected vessels suspected of unauthorized charter operations and picking up passengers from unapproved locations instead of their home marinas. Several were found with registration issues and missing required safety equipment, resulting in detention notices issued by Transport Canada. Charges were also issued by TPS Marine Unit.

These joint efforts focus on ensuring compliance with marine safety regulations and keeping everyone safe on Toronto’s waterfront.

As a reminder, when operating in or around the Port of Toronto, all users are expected to strictly abide by the rules and regulations governing City of Toronto property and parks, as these areas are actively enforced.

Know before you go.
✔ Ask to see proof the vessel is approved by Transport Canada to carry passengers.
✔ Ensure it carries the required safety equipment.

Visit tc.canada.ca for more information on marine safety.

08/03/2026

🚤 TPS Marine Unit underway across Lake Ontario to pick up our Shiprider partners.

This weekend, our specially trained Shiprider officers are working alongside our Canadian and U.S. law enforcement partners in support of public safety operations during the Caribbean Carnival Festival in Toronto.
Our Shiprider Teams are supporting public safety operations during the Caribbean Carnival Festival in Toronto. By working together across the border, we enhance safety on the water, respond to emergencies, and assist with cross-border law enforcement 🇨🇦 🚤🇺🇸

Toronto Police Service Marine Officers picking up some of our Shiprider partners - RCMP Station Niagara& USA Coast Gaurd , Stn Buffalo Sector.

Operations on both sides of the boarder.

Our Shiprider partners at USCG Station Buffalo Sector

Operations on both sides of the boarder.

07/25/2026

Our Toronto Police Service Marine Unit is on patrol every day, and today we were joined by our dedicated Auxiliary Marine Team as they patrolled Cherry Beach, Hanlan’s Point Beach, Woodbine Beach, Kew-Balmy Beach, Bluffer’s Beach and Bluffer’s Park.

Our teams continue to conduct marine law enforcement, respond to emergencies, carry out search and rescue operations, and monitor and enforce the new Motorized Watercraft Exclusion Zones (MWEZs), as well as our Marked Swim Zones throughout Toronto’s waterfront.

The four new MWEZs are located at Cherry Beach, Hanlan’s Point Beach, Humber Bay Shores East, and Woodbine/Kew-Balmy Beach. Motorized vessels are prohibited from entering these designated areas to help protect swimmers, paddlers and other non-motorized water users.

As the City of Toronto and Toronto Port Authority continue installing the planned “Keep Out” markers, operators of any vessel with motorized propulsion are reminded to slow down, know your distance from shore, and stay well clear of all Motorized Watercraft Exclusion Zones, even where permanent markers have not yet been installed.

These new exclusion zones have also been shared with the Canadian Coast Guard and Canadian Hydrographic Service for inclusion on official nautical and electronic navigation charts.

For maps and additional information, visit the Toronto Port Authority Community Notices webpage or contact [email protected].

A special thank you to our partners City of Toronto, TorontoPFR, and Toronto Port Authority for their continued collaboration in improving safety, education and enforcement on Toronto’s waterfront.

Have a safe and enjoyable summer on the water! 🌊🚤

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