Is the tap water safe to drink?

Toronto’s tap water is safe to drink and goes through rigorous testing to ensure it meets the stringent standards of Toronto Public Health, the Province of Ontario and Government of Canada. The regulation, which focuses on treatment and testing, mandates public access to information and notification of adverse results. The City tests samples every four to six hours to confirm the absence of harmful substances and bacteria. If there were a problem with the drinking water that made it unsafe, the public would be notified.  

Is it recommended to additionally filter or purify the tap water (e.g. by using Brita carbon filters)? Is it recommended to boil the tap water?

It is not necessary or recommended to additionally filter or purify tap water.  Toronto Water is safe to drink and has already been treated and tested. If residents do not like the chlorine taste in tap water for example, they can fill up a jug with tap water and place it in the refrigerator for 24 hours .The chlorine will naturally dissipate.

For more information visit: www.toronto.ca/water