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Toronto Investigates Pickleball Noise Amid Court Expansion

10/11/2025

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Councillor Ausma Malik (Toronto) introduces a motion to investigate noise mitigation strategies for pickleball amid residents' complaints.
Toronto plans to enhance 25 pickleball courts over the next two years.
Ottawa has implemented regulations to manage pickleball noise, including limiting play times and relocating some courts.
Ian Campbell of Pickleball Ontario notes rapid growth, with registered players in Ontario doubling to over 30,000.
The timeline for Malik's proposed regulations remains uncertain.

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Story summary

Councillor Ausma Malik (Toronto) introduces a motion to investigate noise mitigation strategies for pickleball amid residents' complaints.
Toronto plans to enhance 25 pickleball courts over the next two years.
Ottawa has implemented regulations to manage pickleball noise, including limiting play times and relocating some courts.
Ian Campbell of Pickleball Ontario notes rapid growth, with registered players in Ontario doubling to over 30,000.
The timeline for Malik's proposed regulations remains uncertain.