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Parker, who declined to comment further, stated that children in attendance who have experienced sexual-abuse traumas could potentially be triggered, while the event would be “just like Christmas” to sexual predators. She also expressed concern about the likelihood of photos and videos being taken without consent, especially if children are in attendance.

The group describes the swim nights as “naked events for people who enjoy their birthday suits.” Organizers also stress on the group’s meetup.com page that the swim events “are not a place to show off your body to others, compare or stare, but rather a place that you can enjoy being naked, in your rawest self-expression in a safe and welcoming, non-judgmental environment.”

“We as a society are inundated with so much false ideals about body image that we can easily become lost in self-criticism, judgment and insecurities,” they state.

Coun. Jeromy Farkas, whose ward includes the city-operated Southland Leisure Centre, said while this is a private function, he worried whether organizers would be able to maintain the comfort, safety and security of all in attendance.

“Given that this is a public facility, I want to ensure that the city is not putting itself at liability risk,” said Farkas, adding he would be exploring the matter further on Monday. “I have to ask, who’s on the hook, say, if somebody is vulnerable, is assaulted or if photos are taken of them and posted or sold? These are the sort of questions that I need a lot more clarity on.”