We ask that all participants follow the Rules of Conduct to ensure a safe and pleasant skating experience for everyone. Drop-in skating users attend programs at their own risk. The Town does not accept responsibility for related risks or injuries.
To protect the health and safety of all users, please follow these rules:
You must wear skates on the ice
No carrying children while on the ice (including baby carriers)
No food or drinks are permitted on the ice
Foul language or inappropriate behaviour will result in immediate removal from the facility
No games (e.g. tag, rough-play, horseplay or speed-skating) are allowed
No figure skating is permitted during public skates
You must skate at a sensible and safe speed, in the same direction as other skaters
An adult aged 18 or older must accompany any children aged 12 or under
Other considerations:
Wheelchairs and strollers are permitted during public skates but must be accompanied by a responsible person on skates
Please clean the wheels before getting on the ice
Helmets are required for stroller and wheelchair occupants
The middle of the ice surface is reserved for children and less confident skaters
We highly recommend all skaters wear a CSA-approved helmet
Stick and Puck is a non-instructional drop-in program where participants can practice shooting, passing, stickhandling, and skating with other players.
Shinny games are not permitted during this program
All sports equipment (pucks, sticks, helmets, gloves, etc.) must be brought by the participant
Non-contact, no slap shots or raises
Equipment required:
Youth must wear full hockey equipment including a hockey mask
Adults must have a minimum of a CSA-approved helmet, hockey gloves, skates, and stick; hockey masks are highly recommended
To protect the health and safety of all users, please follow these rules:
Non-contact, no slap shots or raises
Full hockey equipment is required
For Family Shinny programs:
Parent/guardian on-ice participation is required
Parent/guardian must be at least 18 years old
Each parent/guardian can supervise a maximum of 4 youth players
Youth must wear full hockey equipment including a hockey mask
No coaching
Skate aids (E-Z Gliders) provide balancing support to skaters. You can bring your own skate aid or use those provided at our indoor arenas. Skate aids can only be used during Public Skates and Parent and Tot Skating. Considerations:
No horseplay or riding on skate aids
Skate aids are suitable for all ages; adults can stack two together for additional support
Hold the skate aid using the handles on the side. Do not push the skate aid from the top middle, as this may cause it to tip
People with disabilities can bring a support person if needed for their health, safety, or the safety of others. Caregivers and support workers can join the programs for free, but must be wearing skates to assist on ice.
Personal Assistive Mobility Devices
Personal Assistive Mobility Devices (PAMD) (e.g., skating sledges) are allowed at all Public Skates and Parent and Tot Skating to ensure everyone has access. Town staff are unable to assist with a PAMD. Chairs, strollers, and toboggans are not permitted as PAMD on ice.
Medical conditions
Skaters with serious medical conditions or a seizure disorder are asked to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or support person who can help in case of an emergency.
