Public Skating

Accessible Skate

This recreational skate is open to skaters with disabilities and their families, caregivers, and/or support workers. Accompanying caregivers or support persons skate free of charge. Skaters are expected to follow the general Public Skate program rules. Wheelchairs, skate aids, sledges, and other mobility devices are welcome.

View Accessible Skate schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

Parent and Tot

Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their preschoolers (under 6 years of age) to this recreational skate. Children must wear a CSA-approved hockey helmet on the ice. Pre-registration is recommended to secure your spot! 

View Parent and Tot schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

Public Skate

All ages are welcome to join us for this recreational skate! Skaters are expected to follow the program
rules at all times. Pucks, hockey sticks, and equipment are not permitted on the ice surface. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot!

View Public Skate schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

Senior Skate

This leisure skate time is for mature adults, aged 55 and older. Skaters are expected to follow program rules at all times. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot! 

View Senior Skate schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

Shinny

Stay active with our drop-in Shinny! This non-contact, co-ed program is not intended for organized teams. A CSA-approved helmet is mandatory and full equipment is highly encouraged. Players and goaltenders are to register for the applicable respective program. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot!

View Shinny schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

Senior Shinny

This self-organized, non-contact hockey program is intended for players 55 years of age and older. A CSA approved helmet is mandatory; mask and full equipment is highly encouraged. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot!

View Senior Shinny schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

Women's Shinny

Join us for this fun, active drop-in shinny program for women! This non-contact, self-organized drop-in program is not intended for organized teams. Full equipment and a CSA approved helmet are required. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot!

View Women's Shinny schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

The municipality expects all participants respect all bodies, boundaries, capacities, experiences, feelings, identities, names, pronouns and spaces. The above mention of gender reference the lived experiences of the players and, as such includes transgender and transitioning people. The municipality welcomes and encourages our patrons to apply for program accordingly. The municipality affirms the rights of our patrons to use the Change Room and washroom facilities accordingly. Contact the Parks and Recreation Division for any accommodation requests.

Youth Shinny

This pilot program is an opportunity for youth aged 12 to 15 to play a staff-monitored scrimmage game of hockey. Participants must wear full equipment, including a CSA approved hockey helmet with full cage or face shield. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot!

View Youth Shinny schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

Stick and Puck

This program is an opportunity for caregivers (18 years of age and older) and their children (ages 3 to 12 years old) to practice and develop their hockey skills in a non-competitive environment. Maximum of two children per caregiver; children must be accompanied on the ice. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot!

Each family/group is to register once, using the adult's name, for up to three skaters (1 adult, maximum 2 children). Children do not need to register nor make payment.

View Stick and Puck schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

For further information on our Stick and Puck program, please e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division.

Ticket Ice

This drop-in session is intended for recreational figure skaters to practice their skating skills. All skaters must be a Skate Canada member and accompanied by a coach. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot!

View Ticket Ice schedules and register online.

Schedules are subject to change, cancellations may occur. Contact the facility directly by calling 705-738-3331 or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division to confirm.

Free Public Skates

The Parks and Recreation Division is proud to offer sponsored, free public skates, in partnership with our wonderful community. Pre-registration is required for all sponsored public skates.

View our Free Public Skate schedules and register online.

Participants are be able to register for their desired skate up to 14 days in advance, limited space will be available in each program. Please e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division if you require other options.

Jump In and check back often! Additional free public skates are often added to the schedule.

Public Skating Rules

• Pre-registration is recommended for all public skating programs.
• All participants must be wearing skates while on the ice surface.
• CSA approved helmets are mandatory for all children and strongly recommended for all other ice users.
• Skate in the same direction as all skaters.
• Skate aids may be available for use at the facility. Participants may bring their own certified skate aid, as long as it is in clean condition and does not impede other skaters.
• Wheelchairs are permitted, with the accompaniment of a responsible operator (age 16 or older) wearing ice skates.
• Wheelchair wheels must be cleaned of any dirt/debris prior to entering the ice surface to ensure the safety of all skaters. Cleaning materials will be available at the facility.
• The person accompanying the participant in the wheelchair is not required to register or pay the registration fee.
• Wheelchair users are asked to use the perimeter of the ice closest to the boards.
• No food or drink is allowed on the ice surface or players benches.
• No tag, games, or inappropriate behaviour is allowed.
• No skating backwards or figure skating.
• Any equipment (including balls, sticks, chairs, pylons, strollers) that may interfere with the safety of any skater on the ice surface is prohibited.
• No headsets, cell phones, or handheld electronic devices are to be used while skating.
• Carrying of children is prohibited.
• No sitting on the boards.

Those not following the rules will be given one warning and then asked to leave the facility with no refund. Rules are subject to change.

For further information, contact the facility by telephone or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division.