Fluoride is a mineral found naturally in water, soil, and air. Community water fluoridation is the process of monitoring and adjusting the fluoride level in drinking water to the recommended and optimal level to prevent tooth decay. In Ontario, the decision to add fluoride to water supplies is made by municipalities.

On Tuesday, May 7, Council passed a motion directing staff to update information collected during previous engagement and consultation activities and bring this to a special meeting of Council by Q4 2024.

KFL&A Public Health has requested to postpone the Nov. 12, 2024, special meeting of Council. It will be rescheduled for a later date, to be determined. This allows time for a thorough review of all health data related to this topic.

KFL&A Public Health is the lead for public education on Community Water Fluoridation. The City, through Get Involved Kingston, will share communication updates with residents in collaboration with KFL&A Public Health.

Get Involved

• Learn about community water fluoridation from KFL&A Public Health.
• Sign up for project updates. You'll receive emails when we have new information to share, such as the date, time and location of the Special Meeting of Council.
• Provide comments, which will be included in the report to Council later this year. You can:
  • Send an email to fluoridation@cityofkingston.ca
  • Write a letter. Drop it off at City Hall or mail it to The City of Kingston c/o Communications & Public Engagement 216 Ontario St. Kingston, ON K7L 2Z3.