Toronto's famous nude beach is losing its sand

Toronto's famous nude beach is losing its sand

June 1, 2026 · 3 min

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The episode discusses the impact of erosion and high water levels on Toronto's Hanlan’s Point Beach, a significant site in Canadian LGBTQ+ history.

Part of Toronto’s Hanlan’s Point Beach remains closed as erosion and high water levels continue to reshape the shoreline. The closure affects a site deeply connected to both Canadian LGBTQ+ history and clothing-optional recreation, including the location associated with the country’s first Pride gathering in 1971. As advocates push for restoration, the beach has become a reminder that cultural landmarks can be lost not only through policy decisions, but through environmental change. More at www dot planetnude dot co. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.planetnude.co/subscribe

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