Arena and Skating
The Municipality of Port Hope operates an indoor skating rink at the Jack Burger Sports Complex. We also maintain the outdoor skating rink at Caroline Street. The indoor skating arena is available for public use and rentals.
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Accompanying Adult
In the Provincial COVID Re-Opening Framework- Orange Zone, spectators are not permitted in facilities. 1 accompanying adult is permitted per child under 18 years of age. Accompanying Adults will be permitted for the following associations NMHA (Northumberland Minor Hockey), FSC (Figure Skating Club), WNGHA (West Northumberland Girls Hockey).
Space is limited, and must be reserved in advance. Online reservations are available until the day before your child's ice time. Phone reservations are also permitted by calling the Jack Burger Sports Complex during regular Customer Service hours (Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Sat 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Sun 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.). Due to Customer Service schedules, staff are not always available by phone immediately prior to an ice time, therefore it is recommended that you complete your reservation at least 24 hours in advance. Reservations open on Thursdays for the following week of Sunday to Saturday. If you need to make adjustments to your reservation, please call Jack Burger Sports Complex.
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Due to Provincial legislation, effective February 17, 2021, recreational activities will be offered under the Orange Zone of the Ontario COVID Framework. Patrons will be able to reserve activities at The Town Park Recreation Centre and Jack Burger Sports Complex. The Ruth Clarke Activity Centre remains closed.

The Jack Burger Sports Complex was constructed in 1978 and was renovated to the exciting structure it is now in 2015.

The Municipality of Port Hope’s outdoor ice rink is a natural ice surface. Located on Caroline Street, lights are available when the rink is open.
Please note that due to COVID-19 restrictions, recreational skating is by reservation and pre-payment in advance only. Please use our online tool or call customer service at 908-885-2474 ext 3225 to book your space. Due to limited space, changes and refunds will not be available for reserved times. If you are unsure if you can attend a pre-booked time, please call the morning of the day you want to skate and see where there are spaces available. Reservations open on Thursdays at 6:45 a.m. for the following Sunday to Saturday bookings. NEW accompanying parent/guardian must call and reserve a spot in advance for any hockey or figure skating program. Please call (905-885-2474) the day you are coming to give your name, phone number and the child you are accompanying. One per child. Reservations must be done between 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. the day of the activity and anyone not reserved will not be permitted. Thank you for your patience.
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Skating descriptions
The skating schedule below is for the period of January 3 to March 31, 2021.
Public Skating |
Wednesday and Thursday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. Pay per person - $3.25 each Public skating is open to all ages. Skaters under 9 years of age must be accompanied by a caregiver age 14 years or older. CSA approved safety equipment is recommended. CSA helmet is mandatory for skaters 5 years of age and younger. |
Parent and Tot Skating |
Monday and Friday at 10 a.m. Pay per person - $3.25 each Parent and tot skating is for anyone 6 years of age or younger with an adult. Skates are mandatory for all participants. CSA helmet is mandatory for skaters 5 years of age and younger. CSA approved skate aids only. |
Adult/Senior Lunchtime Skate |
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday at 12:30 p.m. Pay per person - $4.50/adult, $3.25/55yrs+ Adult/senior lunchtime skate is for ages 18 and older. CSA helmet is recommended. No sticks or pucks are permitted. |
Child Shinny |
COVID-19 restriction: Shinny is not available at this time. Child shinny is for children 12 years of age or younger. Children 9 years of age and younger must have a parent/guardian present. Full face mask and CSA helmet are mandatory. Full hockey equipment is recommended. Child shinny is only offered on P.A. days, Christmas Break and March Break. |
NEW! Youth Stick and Puck |
Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. COVID-19 restriction: Shinny game play is not available at this time. Pay per person - $3.25 each. Full face mask and CSA helmet is mandatory. Full hockey equipment is recommended. |
Special Needs Shinny |
COVID-19 restriction: Special Needs Shinny is not available at this time. Special needs shinny is for participants of any age with special needs. Skates are mandatory for all participants. Full face mask and CSA helmet is mandatory. Full hockey equipment is recommended. |
NEW! Family Stick and Puck |
Thursdays at 9:30am Covid-19 restriction: Shinny game play is not available at this time. We are offering a new stick and puck time for families to practice moving the puck, skating and shooting at the net. Open to all ages. Full face mask and CSA approved helmet mandatory for all participants under 18yrs of age. |
NEW! Adult/Senior Stick and Puck |
Tuesday and Thursday at 11 a.m. COVID-19 restriction: Shinny game play is not available at this time. We are offering a new stick and puck time for adults/seniors to practice moving the puck, skating and shooting at the net. Adult/senior for ages 18 years and older. Full face mask and CSA helmet is recommended. |

Find skating related events for the whole family on our events calendar.

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