Toronto Island SUP began in 2014 with a tent on the beach and less than a dozen boards.
Now it is the premier SUP destination in Toronto with a fully stocked quiver of all types of boards and boats for your enjoyment. It's our mission to give you memorable experiences on Lake Ontario. TISUP attracts passionate staff members to serve your experience and provides rigorous training in safety, paddling & teaching techniques and detailed information on the area. Come experience the 14 Toronto Islands with us as your guides to see for yourself. Come visit some of the most beautiful areas of natural and scientific Interest as well as Environmentally Significant Areas.
We connect people with the water through guided and unguided experiences which focus on building community, respecting the natural world and show the importance of experiences over material possessions.
We believe that giving city dwellers and visitors a place to recharge in nature and escape the fast pace of the city is necessary to overall wellness. We are happy to provide that so close to downtown Toronto where you can still peer over the treetops and get a glimpse of the CN Tower. This vehicle provides a whole new perspective of the natural world and we are very excited to share it with you!
Now it is the premier SUP destination in Toronto with a fully stocked quiver of all types of boards and boats for your enjoyment. It's our mission to give you memorable experiences on Lake Ontario. TISUP attracts passionate staff members to serve your experience and provides rigorous training in safety, paddling & teaching techniques and detailed information on the area. Come experience the 14 Toronto Islands with us as your guides to see for yourself. Come visit some of the most beautiful areas of natural and scientific Interest as well as Environmentally Significant Areas.
We connect people with the water through guided and unguided experiences which focus on building community, respecting the natural world and show the importance of experiences over material possessions.
We believe that giving city dwellers and visitors a place to recharge in nature and escape the fast pace of the city is necessary to overall wellness. We are happy to provide that so close to downtown Toronto where you can still peer over the treetops and get a glimpse of the CN Tower. This vehicle provides a whole new perspective of the natural world and we are very excited to share it with you!
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The Toronto Island is a special place with tons of history. Learn about the history of its formation, flora & fauna, people and more on one of our Eco-Tours. Did you know that the Islands were actually a series of sandbars formed by sediment from the Scarborough Bluffs? Or that the location of the City of Toronto (then York) was chosen due to the fantastic natural harbour created by the then peninsula? Learn about William Ward, Ned Hanlan and how the Island became the eccentric community it is today.
Safe Beaches
Toronto Island Beaches are Blue Flag beaches. The Blue Flag is a certification by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) that a beach, marina or sustainable boating tourism operator meets its stringent standards.The Blue Flag is a trademark owned by FEE which is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organisation consisting of 65 organisations in 60 member countries in Europe, Africa, Oceania, Asia, North America and South America.
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Ambassadors of the Lake
Let's all work together to make Lake Ontario a body of water we can be proud of. Last summer we set up on Wards Beach multiple times with the reps from Lake Ontario Waterkeeper in an effort to raise awareness for better water quality reporting for Lake Ontario. We should all take ownership and be proud of this beautiful lake at our doorstep and do our best to protect it. 1 in 5 Canadians rely on the lake for fresh drinking water and all of us can do our part in the effort to protect this precious resource. See the LOW website to see what efforts they are taking and checkout the Swim Guide for up to date information on water quality.
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At Toronto Island SUP, we prioritize respect for both our community and the natural environment. We firmly believe that small, everyday actions from each individual contribute to making the world a better place. Each day, as we prepare for our activities, we actively maintain clean shorelines by collecting litter. We also encourage our guests to participate in this effort during their paddling sessions.
In collaboration with Swim Drink Fish, we've established a community water testing program to monitor the quality of the waters where we paddle. The results of these tests are accessible through the Swim Guide app. We take pleasure in educating our guests about the natural world surrounding downtown Toronto through our Eco-Tours. Additionally, we offer discounted rentals to participants of our Trash Dash events. Would you like to learn more? |
We are committed to sustainability in every aspect of our operations. Our equipment is transported using an electric vehicle, ensuring minimal environmental impact, and all our marketing materials are made from 100% recycled content. We actively strive to reduce paper usage in our business practices and continuously seek innovative ways to inspire positive change.
Each season and every day, we focus on improving ourselves and the world around us. The Leave No Trace principles are central to our programming, guiding us to take only photos (and trash) and leave only bubbles, whether guests join us for two hours or two days. We believe that the more we engage with the natural world and recognize its connection to our society, the more we cultivate respect and protection for both the environment and one another. |
