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Trent Severn Waterway Opens Today

Laura Hampshire
May 28, 2021 | 7:27 AM
Last Updated: May 28, 2021 | 8:01 AM

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Trent Severn Waterway Opens Today


The Trent-Severn Waterway will open at 9 this morning.

The delayed opening was due to the stay-at-home order and there are some rules in place.

As part of Parks Canada’s ongoing effort to combat COVID-19 and in the interests of the health and safety of all Canadians, visitors, and Parks Canada team members, all visitors (boaters and land-based) are required to adhere to the following while visiting our sites:

  • Use Cashless Payment: For the purchase of permits, please use cashless payment whenever possible.
  • Please respect the roped-off areas on the lock walls that provide a safe working space for our staff.
  • No Large Gatherings: Gatherings that are not consistent with provincial COVID-19 restrictions are prohibited on Parks Canada lands along the Trent-Severn Waterway.
  • Maintain Social Distancing: Visitors must respect the safety of others at all times by maintaining their distance from other visitors and Parks Canada team members.
  • Mask Mandatory for Service: Mask use is mandatory for visitors in situations where they will be within 2 meters of Parks Canada team members or other visitors, including if they require assistance when locking through.
  • Masks are also required for the use of washrooms at lock stations and during sales transactions.
  • Boaters requiring assistance with lockage must identify their concerns to lockstaff prior to entering the chamber. Boaters must at all times follow instructions from lockstaff who are always readily available to ensure a safe and efficient experience for all visitors.
  • Lockage: Boaters are expected to be in full care and control of their vessels and to maintain 2 meters distance from staff and other boaters at all times during lockage. Mask use is mandatory within 2 meters of staff or visitors.

Parks Canada advises that the Peterborough Lift Lock will begin the 2021 Navigation Season operating on a modified basis to allow for needed repairs.

Bobcaygeon Swing Bridge will open for vehicles with temporary measures at the end of July. Lock will be fully functional May 28.

See more about restrictions by clicking here.

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