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City of Toronto Media Relations has issued the following:
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November 22, 2024    
   
Let’s get ready for Winter! City of Toronto welcoming cooler weather by beginning to open outdoor ice rinks 
 
The first signs of winter are almost here! Starting tomorrow, the City of Toronto will begin to open some outdoor artificial ice rinks.  
 
Over the next two weeks, more than 50 outdoor ice rinks and skating trails are expected to open citywide, offering family-friendly activities including free public leisure and figure skating, shinny, ringette, instructional programs and permits for a fee. 
 
Toronto is experiencing one of the warmest fall seasons on record. City staff are working hard to build and maintain ice despite the fluctuating temperatures and significant rainfall.

Know before you go skating

Residents and visitors are encouraged to visit the City’s service alerts webpage for updates regarding artificial ice rinks and to check the status of local rinks by visiting the City’s webpage: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/parks-recreation-service-alerts/outdoor-rink-closures-service-alerts/.
 
The Skate Lending Library is back 

The City is once again partnering with Desjardins Financial Group to make it easy and fun for more residents and families to learn how to skate by providing access to skates, helmets and skate aids. The mobile Skate Lending Library is at several outdoor ice rinks throughout the season and includes: 

• 250 skate aids that support the user and helps them maintain their balance as they skate 
• 110 pairs of skates and helmets for children and adults
• A dedicated, customized truck that will travel to different locations across the City. 
 
The program is free and no reservations are required. More information about the program and skate lending locations is available on the city’s webpage: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/program-activities/ice-snow-activities/public-leisure-skating/skate-lending-library/.  
 
Accessibility at City-operated rinks 

The City is continually improving accessibility at its facilities including during the winter season. Sledges – adaptive devices that provide opportunities for people with disabilities to participate – are available to the public for use during leisure skate programs at indoor arenas and outdoor rinks. 
 
Sledges can be booked ten days in advance by contacting the Adapted and Inclusive Recreation Services Hotline at 416-395-6128 or by emailing aiscw@toronto.ca. 
  
Individuals using manual or powered wheelchairs are welcome on the ice during leisure skate times. Residents are encouraged to check in with on-site staff to learn how to safely access the ice. 
 
Winter in Toronto activities 
Winter in Toronto is a season-long activation of outdoor fun and amenities that invites residents to embrace the cold by staying active and enjoying parks and recreation facilities throughout the winter.  
 
Some of the many activities include: 

• More than 1,500 parks, with 270 km of paths and roads cleared of snow 
• More than 50 artificial outdoor ice rinks and skate trails 
• Skiing and snowboarding at Earl Bales Ski and Snowboard Centre, from January to March (weather and snowfall permitting) 
• Designated outdoor fire pits that can be booked in advance through the new recreation booking system: www.toronto.ca/onlinereg
• Outdoor sports courts including 50 tennis courts with nets in place for winter tennis (please note snow is not cleared from courts) 
 
Residents can learn more on the City’s webpage: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/welcome-to-winter/. 
   
Toronto is home to more than three million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, innovation and climate action, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. For more information, visit www.toronto.ca or follow us on X at x.com/cityoftoronto, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/cityofto or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cityofto.    
     
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Media contact: Media Relations, media@toronto.ca   
  


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