Town of LaSalle Cancels Outdoor Programming in Response to Environment Canada Air Quality Warning

In response to the Air Quality Warning issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada, the Town of LaSalle has cancelled the following outdoor recreation programs until further notice: 

The cancellations have been put in place to protect the health and safety of participants and staff. 

Residents who are registered with or participate in organized sports at Town-owned sports fields are encouraged to contact their league or organization directly for information about practices, games, and cancellations. 

During heavy smoke conditions, everyone’s health is at risk regardless of their age or health status. Environment and Climate Change Canada recommends limiting time outdoors. Recreational and open fires are not allowed within the Town at this time. All outdoor fires in the Town of LaSalle must follow the rules of By-law 2025-062. Visit the Outdoor Fires page on our website for full details. 

The Town of LaSalle reminds residents that the Vollmer Centre, LaSalle Civic Centre, and LaSalle Branch of the Essex County Library are community buildings and can provide some relief. The following are hours that these facilities are open: 

Vollmer Centre – 2121 Laurier Parkway 

LaSalle Civic Centre – 5950 Malden Road 

The Town of LaSalle will continue to monitor air quality conditions and provide updates as they become available. 

For information on current air quality conditions and health recommendations, visit Environment and Climate Change Canada's Air Quality Health Index.