Body pulled from Lake Ontario in Burlington, police say

Halton Regional Police Service cruiser. CITYNEWS

By Michael Ranger

Posted September 16, 2023 6:00 pm.

Last Updated September 16, 2023 8:29 pm.

One person is dead after a possible drowning at a beach in Burlington on Saturday afternoon.

Halton police tell CityNews the body of a male was recovered from Lake Ontario at Burlington Beach near Lakeshore Road and Eastport Drive.

Emergency crews were searching for a male who reportedly disappeared in the water. Police confirm the victim was pronounced dead at the scene after crews recovered a body from the lake.

No other information has been made available.

Submit a Correction
Accessibility Feedback

Top Stories

Toronto snow removal could take weeks, TTC service issues persist

Back-to-back winter storms brought Toronto to a standstill over the weekend, and while they have passed, City officials say it could take weeks to dig out of the heavy snow. At least 22 cm of snow was...

1h ago

'Fix it!': Scarborough business owner wants Metrolinx to pay for property damage

The manager of several commercial and industrial buildings in Scarborough reached out to Speakers Corner after fighting Metrolinx to repair damage he says was left behind by crews working on a rail line...

SPEAKERS CORNER

2h ago

Here’s what’s open and closed on Family Day in Toronto

Here's what's open and closed on the first long weekend of the year. Banks, government services, and libraries will be closed on Monday, Feb. 17. Canada Post will be on a regular delivery schedule. In...
'It's our Game 7': Canada confident as 4 Nations Face-Off shifts to Boston

Win or go home: That's the scenario for Team Canada as it prepares to face Finland at the 4 Nations Face-Off in Boston.

1h ago

Top Stories

Toronto snow removal could take weeks, TTC service issues persist

Back-to-back winter storms brought Toronto to a standstill over the weekend, and while they have passed, City officials say it could take weeks to dig out of the heavy snow. At least 22 cm of snow was...

1h ago

'Fix it!': Scarborough business owner wants Metrolinx to pay for property damage

The manager of several commercial and industrial buildings in Scarborough reached out to Speakers Corner after fighting Metrolinx to repair damage he says was left behind by crews working on a rail line...

SPEAKERS CORNER

2h ago

Here’s what’s open and closed on Family Day in Toronto

Here's what's open and closed on the first long weekend of the year. Banks, government services, and libraries will be closed on Monday, Feb. 17. Canada Post will be on a regular delivery schedule. In...
'It's our Game 7': Canada confident as 4 Nations Face-Off shifts to Boston

Win or go home: That's the scenario for Team Canada as it prepares to face Finland at the 4 Nations Face-Off in Boston.

1h ago

Most Watched Today

2:31
Scarborough Business Says Metrolinx Left them with a mess

The Manager of a Scarborough commercial property reached out to speakers corner after they allowed Metrolinx access to their parking lot for rail line work. He says crews left behind damage and he wants them to pay up.  

2h ago

2:51
Out goes the snow, in comes the cold

The winter storm that ravaged Toronto and the GTA this weekend moves out overnight, making way for colder weather for the Family Day holiday and the next several days.

19h ago

3:12
Major winter storm blankets GTA in snow

The biggest storm so far this winter is having a major impact on travel this long weekend. Michelle Mackey has the message for drivers, flyers and TTC riders, along with what you can do to help city crews clear the snow.

19h ago

1:57
Pierre Poilievre holds 'Canada First' rally

The event was seen as a chance for Poilievre to refresh his message as polls show the substantial lead his party once enjoyed over the Liberals has been sharply reduced.

21h ago

2:10
Record breaking blizzard heading for the GTA

After the clean up of what was thought to be one of the biggest winter storms in years, southern Ontario is preparing for another record breaking storm with a punishing system projected to bring more than 30 cm of snow to Toronto/GTA by Sunday night.
More Videos