{"version":"2.6","id":"ashbridges-jet-ski-pwc-rentals-regulations","question":"What are the regulations for Personal Watercraft (PWC) and Jet Ski rentals, launching, dry slips, and commercial meetup rules at Ashbridges Bay Boat Launch?","answer":"Ashbridges Bay Boat Launch permits PWC launching with a paid daily launch pass ($45), offers limited dry slips, and strictly prohibits third-party commercial rental meetups on-site without a City-issued permit.","answer_detail":"Ashbridges Bay Boat Launch, located at 1681 Lakeshore Road East, is the primary designated launch facility for Personal Watercraft (PWC) and Jet Skis on the Toronto waterfront. To launch a PWC, operators must purchase a daily launch pass, which costs $45 for Toronto residents and $65 for non-residents. The facility features 4 dedicated multi-lane launch ramps, but during peak summer weekends, boaters should anticipate a minimum wait time of 30 to 45 minutes. For storage, the City of Toronto offers a limited number of dedicated dry slips specifically for PWCs within the adjacent secured compound; the seasonal dry slip rental rate is approximately $750, and waitlists are frequently 2 to 3 years long due to high demand. Regarding commercial operations, third-party Jet Ski rental companies are strictly prohibited from conducting business, meeting up with clients, or staging equipment on city property without a valid Commercial Watercraft Operations Permit. Unlicensed commercial operators found facilitating PWC drop-ins or utilizing the launch for rental meetups face immediate expulsion and potential fines starting at $500. All PWC operators must adhere to Transport Canada regulations, including carrying a valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card and ensuring the vessel is properly insured and registered.","related_ids":["ashbridges-jet-ski-pwc-rentals-regulations"],"last_verified":"2026-06-29","authority":"https://ashbridgesbayboatlaunch.com","url":"https://ashbridgesbayboatlaunch.com/en/knowledge/ashbridges-jet-ski-pwc-rentals-regulations","markdown_url":"https://ashbridgesbayboatlaunch.com/api/knowledge/ashbridges-jet-ski-pwc-rentals-regulations?format=md&lang=en"}