The popular outdoor ice rink, located on Caroline Street, is a natural ice surface. The rink includes professional boards and glass as well as lights, available when the rink is open.
Current status
The Caroline Street Rink is currently open. Staff are continuing to monitor the weather for ideal conditions and will close the skating rink as required.
We’re trying something new at the Caroline Street Rink this season! Since the rink isn’t refrigerated, we usually flood and seal the concrete pad. However, the slab is ageing, and it also warms up quickly, so we’re testing a new approach that may help us maintain ice and keep the rink open longer for everyone to enjoy.
This trial outdoor rink system is designed to hold water while still creating natural ice. The skating surface will be slightly smaller than usual because we’re avoiding the section that often melts due to direct sunlight and reflection off the boards.
Honestly, it’s a bit of an experiment, but we’re hopeful it will make a big difference. Thank you for your patience and support as we work to keep outdoor skating alive in our community!
The Caroline Street outdoor rink still relies on mother nature to provide consistent cold weather in order to make ice. Ice thickness of a minimum 1 1/2 inches is required before the ice surface is available for public use.
The rink is lit in the evenings until 10:00 p.m. Free parking is available on site. Changerooms are currently unavailable.
Please note that staff may close the rink at any time due to weather, maintenance, or safety concerns.
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Maintenance
Ice is maintained by the Parks Department and community volunteers. For information relating to volunteering, please contact the Administrative Assistant at 905-885-8760 or email.