- The temperature is below -10°C for three consecutive days
- The ground is frozen or at least snow covered
- The temperature on the days following the precipitation remains below the freezing point
- Sunshine and rain are scarce
Ice conditions on rinks may vary due to temperature changes. Moreover, maintenance services may be modified due to staff availability. We remind you that the use of the outdoor rinks is at your own risk.
OUTDOOR RINKS SCHEDULE (CLICK TO ENLARGE)
TEAM SPORTS ACTIVITIES ON ICE
The Law requires any person participating in an ice hockey activity to wear the following protective equipment: Full face mask, neck guard and helmet.
All outdoor rinks are lit in the evening (on-demand light system).
Cross-Country Ski Trails
The City offers cross-country skiing enthusiasts trails in the following parks:
- Beacon Hill
- Angell Woods
- Centennial
- City Lane
- Christmas
The opening of the trails depends on the weather conditions and the amount of snow on the ground. In order to open the trails, the snow accumulation on the ground must be at least 20-25 cm in order to carry out the trail-grooming operations.