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The wading pool in Olympic Plaza has reopened after it was temporarily shut down by health officials last week.

Alberta Health Services issued a notice of closure last Wednesday after water samples showed a high presence of coliform, or fecal matter.

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The city-owned pool was required to eliminate the contamination, chemically balance the water and submit a sample to provincial labs for testing.

The pool was reopened around noon on Monday, according to city officials.

“We know that the Olympic Plaza Reflecting Pool is a special part of downtown Calgary, providing enjoyment to children and families in the summer. It is our responsibility to ensure that it’s safe,” AHS said in a statement last week.