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 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
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 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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 			\n		\n				\n									Looking for a different kind of skating adventure?
  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 aintain many of the rinks listed in this community guide\, and may not nec
 essarily operate them every year. If you know of a rink on our list that n
 o longer operates please comment below to let our readers know. Thank you.
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 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
 			\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n					
 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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 			\n		\n				\n									Looking for a different kind of skating adventure?
  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
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 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
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 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
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  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 gship with the debut of Mercedes-Benz Studio Toronto\, an immersive pop-up
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  destination in the heart of Yorkville. More than a traditional showroom\,
  the Studio invites visitors to explore curated vehicle displays\, premium
  merchandise\, interactive experiences and thoughtfully designed spaces in
 spired by contemporary court culture. \nAmong the highlights is an exclusi
 ve fashion residency with Canadian label Reigning Champ\, showcasing a col
 lection of tennis-inspired lifestyle and performance apparel. Visitors can
  also check out a takeover of Holt’s Café featuring a limited-time Gran
 d Slam-inspired menu\, while Canada’s first installation of Pro Shop\, t
 he acclaimed New York retail concept founded by Vicente Muñoz\, brings to
 gether tennis\, fashion and design through curated retail\, gallery pieces
  and live racquet stringing demonstrations. \nPro Shop founder Vicente Mu
 ñoz will be on-site during July 10–12 and July 31–August 2\, offering
  live racquet tuning and stringing sessions while leading conversations ex
 ploring the intersection of tennis\, fashion and contemporary court cultur
 e. \nThe experience has also been designed to evolve throughout the year\,
  with three creative refreshes introducing new vehicle displays\, fashion 
 collaborations\, curated retail offerings and special programming. Alongsi
 de public activations\, Mercedes-Benz Studio Toronto will host a series of
  exclusive events and VIP experiences\, making each visit a little differe
 nt from the last. \nWhether you’re a design enthusiast\, fashion lover\,
  automotive fan or simply looking for something new to discover in Yorkvil
 le\, Mercedes-Benz Studio Toronto is well worth adding to your summer plan
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 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
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 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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LOCATION:Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada\, 288 Bremner Boulevard\, Toronto\,
  ON\, M5V 3L9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:The Wedding Party - A Dinner Theatre Escape Room
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 e Wedding Party is an immersive theatre-based experience where participant
 s play a crucial part in the bride and groom’s happily ever after…or n
 ot…. \n\nTICKET PRICES (not including taxes & fees): \nGeneral Admission
  until September 25th(includes a 3-course meal)\nIndividual Ticket: $139\n
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 ludes all you can eat buffet)\nIndividual Ticket: $149\nGroups of 6 or mor
 e: $135 \nFor groups over 50 people\, please contact wedding@secretcityadv
 entures.com for group pricing. \nDETAILS \nLocation: Old Mill Toronto –
  21 Old Mill Rd\, Toronto\, ON M8X 1G5 \nParking: There is 3rd-party paid
  parking across the street \nDuration: 2.5 hours\nMenu: \nStarter: \n\nCh
 ef’s Selection Soup and Artisan Bread Roll with Butter (Vegan\, nut-free
 \, dairy-free\, gluten-free)\n\nEntree \n\n6oz Chicken Breast with Romesco
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 ree) or\nWild Mushroom Ravioli in Truffle Cream Sauce (nut-free) or\nCha
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DESCRIPTION:Updated on March 27\, 2026\n									\n						\n						\n				\n	
 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
 			\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n					
 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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 			\n		\n				\n									Looking for a different kind of skating adventure?
  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
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 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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 			\n		\n				\n									Looking for a different kind of skating adventure?
  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 dd it to this page. Disclaimer: Please check with the rinks you are headin
 g out to. Outdoor rinks are weather permitting. Community groups run and m
 aintain many of the rinks listed in this community guide\, and may not nec
 essarily operate them every year. If you know of a rink on our list that n
 o longer operates please comment below to let our readers know. Thank you.
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SUMMARY:Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants - Application Period Open
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DESCRIPTION:The Neighbourhood Climate Action Grants offer funding up to $7
 \,500 to support resident-led climate action projects that:\n\n 	Educate a
 nd engage the public on climate change\n 	Reduce the emissions that contri
 bute to climate change\n 	Advance the principles\, priorities\, and actio
 ns of TransformTO Net Zero Strategy\n\nWho is Eligible\n\n 	Resident-led 
 groups\, consisting of at least 3 group members\n 	Community groups (e.g. 
 youth groups\, service clubs\, parent councils\, etc.)\n 	Priority given t
 o:\n\n 	Groups led by Black\, Indigenous and equity-deserving people\n 	Pr
 ojects in Neighbourhood Improvement Areas or Emerging Neighbourhoods. Fin
 d your neighbourhood.\n\n\n\nExtensive details available at https://www.to
 ronto.ca/services-payments/water-environment/environmental-grants-incentiv
 es/neighbourhood-climate-action-grants/
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SUMMARY:Shadow and Light: Darkroom Edition Volume 2
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DESCRIPTION:SHADOW and LIGHT: DARKROOM EDITION is a group exhibition celeb
 rating the enduring power of analogue photography. This collection of Blac
 k and White images showcases the results of a specialized portrait worksho
 p hosted by the Hart House Camera Club\, at the University of Toronto wher
 e five photographers engaged in a rigorous three-hour studio and darkroom 
 exercise in visual storytelling. \nWhile the participants shared the same 
 physical environment utilizing the same models\, props\, and lighting\, th
 e resulting images reveal the profound subjectivity of the creative eye. T
 he exhibition acknowledges that perception is the architect of reality\; t
 hough the space was shared\, the experiences captured remain deeply person
 al and distinct… Perception becomes reality. \nCentral to this exhibitio
 n is the technical artistry of the wet darkroom. The final creative output
  relies on the delicate calibration of exposure\, aperture\, and contrast 
 to translate a film negative into a finished print. Each frame serves as a
  moment punctuated in time\, where the tactile manipulation of light and s
 hadow is used to deliver the photographer’s specific vision and emotiona
 l voice. \nThe works display in this exhibition were developed during my 2
 025-2026 residency. As part of this residency\, which supports The Univers
 ity of Toronto’s Hart House Camera Club artists in developing innovative
  darkroom expressions\, I facilitated this workshop that married technical
  instruction and individual artistic exploration. With the incredible tale
 nt of these photographers who participated\, this collaboration for ‘Sha
 dow and Light: Darkroom Edition’ came to be. \nThis exhibition serves as
  a testament to the intersection of traditional darkroom practices and con
 temporary storytelling.
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 ld Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 3H3
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 2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
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SUMMARY:St James Park Selections
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CATEGORIES:music
DESCRIPTION:End the afternoon and kick off your evening Thursdays in Septe
 mber from 4-6pm\, at the Michael Comstock Pavilion in St. James Park with 
 this free pop-up concert series. \nGrab a seat at the park’s tables and 
 chairs in front of the stage\, or bring a blanket for the back lawn to enj
 oy local musicians as they add extra whimsy to our beloved park in Old Tow
 n Toronto.
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LOCATION:St. James Park\, St. James Park\, 120 King St E\, Toronto\, ON M5
 C 1G6\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5C 1G6
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SUMMARY:AGORA Path of Light
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260915T155401Z
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CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Updated on March 27\, 2026\n									\n						\n						\n				\n	
 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
 			\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n					
 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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 			\n		\n				\n									Looking for a different kind of skating adventure?
  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 dd it to this page. Disclaimer: Please check with the rinks you are headin
 g out to. Outdoor rinks are weather permitting. Community groups run and m
 aintain many of the rinks listed in this community guide\, and may not nec
 essarily operate them every year. If you know of a rink on our list that n
 o longer operates please comment below to let our readers know. Thank you.
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SUMMARY:Treewalk Village uplå Daytime & uplå Aglow
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261129
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CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Updated on March 27\, 2026\n									\n						\n						\n				\n	
 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
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 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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 			\n		\n				\n									Looking for a different kind of skating adventure?
  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 g out to. Outdoor rinks are weather permitting. Community groups run and m
 aintain many of the rinks listed in this community guide\, and may not nec
 essarily operate them every year. If you know of a rink on our list that n
 o longer operates please comment below to let our readers know. Thank you.
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  Fun Guide: Cross-Country Nordic Ski Trails			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				
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 bing in Southern Ontario
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LOCATION:TreeWalk Village Stouffville\, 3291 Stouffville Rd Stouffville\, 
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SUMMARY:Treewalk Village Enchanted
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261129
DTSTAMP:20260915T155401Z
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CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Updated on March 27\, 2026\n									\n						\n						\n				\n	
 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
 			\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n					
 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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 			\n		\n				\n									Looking for a different kind of skating adventure?
  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
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 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
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 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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 			\n		\n				\n									Looking for a different kind of skating adventure?
  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 dd it to this page. Disclaimer: Please check with the rinks you are headin
 g out to. Outdoor rinks are weather permitting. Community groups run and m
 aintain many of the rinks listed in this community guide\, and may not nec
 essarily operate them every year. If you know of a rink on our list that n
 o longer operates please comment below to let our readers know. Thank you.
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 N\, L6A 1S6\, Canada
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 ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
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SUMMARY:Karaoke Night @ Cassette | your Saturday night alter ego is waiti
DTSTART:20260905T230000Z
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UID:10482799-1788634800-1790456400@nowtoronto.com
CATEGORIES:music
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday\, join us for a fun\, flirty karaoke night at C
 assette restaurant. \nkaraoke night\, but make it hot. \nSing the songs th
 at make you feel untouchable.Serve looks like it’s a red-carpet afterpar
 ty.Grab the mic like you’ve been waiting your whole life for it. \nFrom 
 Britney\, Beyoncé\, Rihanna and Chappell to the messy\, dramatic\, heart-
 on-your-sleeve anthems that make you feel dangerous in the best way\, this
  night is built for people who don’t just sing\, they perform their era.
  \nExpect: \n\n💎 Big vocals\, bigger confidence\n💄 Glam\, chaos\, an
 d unapologetic self-expression\n🎤 A room full of people who hype\, not 
 judge\n✨ An atmosphere that feels like a pop star green room\n\nAll gend
 ers. All voices.One rule only: bring hot girl energy. \nIf you’ve ever w
 anted to feel powerful\, ridiculous\, sexy\, and unstoppable at the same t
 ime\, this is your night. \nShow up in your Saturday best. Leave feeling l
 egendary. 💖🎤
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LOCATION:Cassette\, 1214 Queen St W\, Toronto\, ON M6J 1J6\, Canada\, Old 
 Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6J 1J6
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/karaoke-night-cassette-your-saturday-nigh
 t-alter-ego-is-waiti-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig
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SUMMARY:Pre-Existing Condition
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CATEGORIES:theater
DESCRIPTION:In the aftermath of a life-altering harmful relationship\, Pre
 -Existing Condition explores the challenges\, shared community and everyda
 y indignities of learning to move forward. Described as “potent” and 
 “shattering” (New York Times)\, well known actor Marin Ireland’s pla
 ywriting debut garnered international acclaim for its compassion\, bluntne
 ss\, and humanity. Canadian Premiere. \nWorld Premiere produced at The Con
 nelly Theatre in New York City in 2024 by OHenry Productions\, Chase This 
 Productions\, Taylor Williams\, and Jesse Eisenberg
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LOCATION:Coal Mine Theatre\, 2076 Danforth Ave\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, O
 ntario\, M4C 1J6
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/pre-existing-condition/?utm_source=caldis
 covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
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SUMMARY:Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2026
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DESCRIPTION:When: September 10–20\, 2026\nWhere: Various venues across d
 owntown Toronto\nPrice: Ticket prices vary\; free Festival Street programm
 ing available\nTickets: Available through TIFF and Ticketmaster \nThe Toro
 nto International Film Festival (TIFF) returns to Toronto from September 1
 0 to 20\, 2026\, bringing some of the biggest names in film\, emerging fil
 mmakers and movie lovers from around the world to the city for 11 days of 
 premieres\, screenings\, red carpets and special events. \nCelebrating its
  51st edition\, TIFF 2026 features 293 titles spanning Canadian and intern
 ational cinema\, with programming ranging from major Gala and Special Pres
 entation premieres to documentaries\, Midnight Madness\, Discovery\, Centr
 epiece\, Platform and Short Cuts. \nAmong the films generating buzz this y
 ear are opening-night film Being Heumann\, Cynthia Erivo’s Prima Facie\,
  Lee Min-ho’s The Assassin(s)\, Chris Rock’s Misty Green\, Martin McDo
 nagh’s Wild Horse Nine\, Werner Herzog’s Bucking Fastard\, Nanni Moret
 ti’s It Will Happen Tonight and Canadian documentary Neil Peart: No One
 ’s Disciple. BLACKPINK’s Lisa also arrives at TIFF with Always Lalisa\
 , while Club Kid from comedian Jordan Firstman is among the other titles t
 o watch. \nBeyond the movies\, audiences can expect filmmaker Q&As\, red c
 arpets and TIFF’s popular In Conversation With… series\, with this yea
 r’s guests including Chris Rock and Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams.
  \nTIFF Festival Street\nYou don’t need a movie ticket to get in on the 
 TIFF experience. From September 10 to 13\, Festival Street transforms King
  Street West between Peter Street and University Avenue into a free public
  celebration of film and Toronto culture. \nThe four-day street festival w
 ill feature live music and DJs\, outdoor film screenings\, art installatio
 ns\, an art market\, food trucks\, partner activations\, family-friendly p
 rogramming and opportunities to encounter filmmakers\, artists and communi
 ty organizations. \nFestival Street is free and open to the public. \nWher
 e TIFF 2026 is happening\nScreenings and events take place across Toronto
 ’s Entertainment District and downtown core\, including TIFF Lightbox\, 
 Roy Thomson Hall\, the Visa Screening Room at the Princess of Wales Theatr
 e\, Scotiabank Theatre Toronto\, the Royal Alexandra Theatre and the John 
 W. H. Bassett Theatre at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. \nTIFF 2026 
 tickets\nSingle tickets are now available to the general public. TIFF reco
 mmends purchasing tickets only through its official Festival ticketing cha
 nnels or Ticketmaster and avoiding unofficial resellers. \nBrowse the TIFF
  2026 schedule and ticket information \nPurchase TIFF 2026 tickets through
  Ticketmaster \nRestaurant recommendations? Here are some hidden gems. The
 se are some late night eats. \nThese are some celebrities to expect in the
  city for TIFF 2026. \nHere’s our full schedule of events you won’t wa
 nt to miss\, and what films to watch when\, and more.
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LOCATION:TIFF Lightbox\, 350 King Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3X
 5\, Canada
URL:https://viewthevibe.com/event/toronto-international-film-festival-tiff
 -2026/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
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SUMMARY:Mini Mission Rewind Edition: TV & Movie Scene Adventure
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DTSTAMP:20260915T155401Z
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DESCRIPTION:Updated on March 27\, 2026\n									\n						\n						\n				\n	
 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
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 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
 							\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Halton Outdoor
  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 				Outdoor Ice Rinks in the GTA & South-Central Ontario				\n				\n						
 			Discover outdoor skating rinks across Toronto\, York Region\, Durham\, 
 Peel\, and Halton—plus nearby South-Central Ontario spots. This growing 
 guide features both natural and synthetic rinks where families can enjoy f
 resh winter fun close to home. Know a great rink we’ve missed? Share it 
 in the comments so we can add it to the list. Below you’ll find outdoor 
 skating rinks across the GTA and surrounding regions\, including both natu
 ral ice and refrigerated surfaces. 								\n				\n									Note: Outdoor
  rinks are weather-dependent and conditions can change quickly. Some locat
 ions are unsupervised\, so always check that the ice is safe\, follow post
 ed warnings\, and ensure young children wear a helmet. Always confirm rink
  status on the venue or community website before heading out. 								\n		
 		\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Toronto Outdoor Skating R
 inks				\n				\n									Toronto offers a mix of refrigerated outdoor rink
 s and well-maintained seasonal ice surfaces. Many popular locations use ar
 tificial cooling systems for reliable skating throughout the winter\, whil
 e others—like Evergreen Brick Works or Mel Lastman Square—depend entir
 ely on cold weather and may open later in the season or close during mild 
 spells. 								\n				\n									Nathan Phillips SquareNathan Phillips Squ
 are\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto’s iconic outdoor rink in front of City
  Hall offers daily public skating in the heart of downtown\, just steps fr
 om the Eaton Centre. Open daily through the winter season with skate renta
 ls\, washrooms\, and a snack bar. Sherbourne Common Skate Pad61 Dockside D
 r.\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteThis waterfront skate pad offers scenic views of 
 Lake Ontario and the downtown skyline. Open daily (beginning mid-December)
  from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm\, with seating and rubber matting around the ri
 nk. Check the website for current conditions. Evergreen Winter Village Out
 door SkatingEvergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, ON Website
 A picturesque outdoor rink in Koerner Gardens at Evergreen Brick Works. Th
 is is a natural\, weather-dependent ice surface that opens only when tempe
 ratures allow. Free public skate times and skate rentals are typically off
 ered on weekends from December through March\, with extended holiday hours
  when conditions permit. Mel Lastman Square Rink5100 Yonge Street\, North 
 York\, ON WebsiteAn outdoor rink in the centre of Mel Lastman Square\, ope
 n daily for unsupervised skating in the winter months. The reflecting pool
  is transformed into an ice surface from late November to mid- to late Mar
 ch\, weather permitting. Harbourfront Centre Ice Rink235 Queens Quay W\, T
 oronto\, ON WebsiteSkate beside Lake Ontario at this popular waterfront ri
 nk\, usually open from mid-December to mid-March. Features a heated change
  room\, washrooms\, skate sharpening\, and skate rentals\, with special pr
 ograms and events throughout the season. 								\n				\n												\n			
 																		Sherbourne Common Skate Pad - City of Toronto Website\n	
 									\n									\n				\n					Toronto Skating Trails & Urban Loop-Style
  Ice Paths				\n				\n									Trail-like skating experiences within the c
 ity\, offering continuous gliding on loop-style or linear ice paths. \nBar
 bara Ann Scott Ice Trail\n420 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2H3 WebsiteAn ov
 al-shaped ice trail in College Park that lets skaters glide around a loop 
 beneath the surrounding towers. Open daily for leisure skating\, typically
  from early December through the winter season. \nColonel Sam Smith Skatin
 g Trail\n65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Road\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteToronto
 ’s first outdoor skating trail\, this figure-eight loop stretches about 
 250 metres through Colonel Samuel Smith Park. Open daily for leisure skati
 ng with a nearby change area and access to the park’s wider trail networ
 k. \nDieppe Park Skating Trail\n455 Cosburn Avenue\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteD
 ieppe Park in East York features an outdoor rink alongside a dedicated ple
 asure-skating trail\, making it a great spot for both confident skaters an
 d beginners. Typically open from late November to mid-March\, weather perm
 itting. \nGreenwood Park Outdoor Rink & Skating Trail\n150 Greenwood Avenu
 e\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteGreenwood Park offers a refrigerated covered outdo
 or rink plus a separate skating trail that loops around the rink area. It
 ’s a popular East End destination for families\, usually open from late 
 November through mid-March\, weather permitting. \nThe Bentway Skate Trail
 \n250 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, ON WebsiteA 220-metre skate trail running
  under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York\, with lights\, music\, and 
 a unique urban atmosphere. The Bentway hosts special events\, themed skate
  nights\, and offers rentals and warm-up areas during the winter season. 	
 							\n				\n					Toronto Specialty & Seasonal Skating Experiences				\n
 				\n									Pop-up and seasonal skating experiences in unique Toronto l
 ocations\, usually offered for a limited time during the winter. Hangar Sk
 ateThe Hangar District (across from 95 Garratt Blvd.)\, Toronto\, ON Websi
 teA free pop-up skating rink outside an 80\,000 sq. ft. airplane hangar in
  the Hangar District at Downsview. Open from December 20\, 2025 to Februar
 y 16\, 2026\, with timed-entry tickets that can be reserved online. 						
 		\n				\n												\n																					Mel Lastman Square Outdoor Ri
 nk - City of Toronto Website\n										\n									\n				\n					York Regio
 n Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Outdoor skating rinks in York 
 Region include city-maintained artificial rinks and community spaces perfe
 ct for family skate days. 								\n				\n					Markham Outdoor Rinks				\n
 				\n									Markham maintains several outdoor community skating rinks e
 ach winter\, including both lit artificial surfaces and natural ice areas 
 that open when weather allows. 								\n				\n									Markham Civic Cent
 re Ice Rink101 Town Centre Blvd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA lighted\, artifici
 al ice rink maintained by the City of Markham\, open through the winter se
 ason with heated change rooms and scheduled public skate times. Huntington
  Park Outdoor Rink46 Lambert Rd\, Thornhill\, ON WebsiteA community outdoo
 r rink lit at night in Huntington Park and maintained by the City of Markh
 am. Markham Museum Outdoor Rink9350 Hwy 48\, Markham\, ON WebsiteA seasona
 l outdoor rink located within Markham Museum grounds and maintained by the
  city. Milliken Mills Park Outdoor Rink4277 14th Avenue\, Markham\, ON Web
 siteA lit outdoor community rink maintained by the City of Markham and ope
 n for public skating when conditions permit. Milne Dam Conservation Park R
 ink8251 McCowan Rd\, Markham\, ON WebsiteOutdoor skating on a community-ma
 intained surface at Milne Dam\, weather dependent and subject to ice condi
 tions. Victoria Square Park Outdoor Rink2929 Elgin Mills Rd E\, Markham\, 
 ON WebsiteAn outdoor ice surface maintained by the City of Markham\, open 
 for public skating weather permitting. 								\n				\n												\n					
 																Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink\n										\n							
 		\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Stouffville Rinks		
 		\n				\n									Whitchurch-Stouffville maintains several community outd
 oor rinks each winter\, offering neighbourhood skating spots that open whe
 n weather conditions allow. Most surfaces are natural ice and rely on cons
 istently cold temperatures. \n								\n				\n									Greenwood ParkGreen
 wood Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteLocated at the park’s baske
 tball court\, this community natural-ice rink opens when weather permits a
 nd offers a convenient neighbourhood option for outdoor skating. 								\
 n				\n									Gar Lehman Park135 Gar Lehman Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville
 \, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor rink maintained seasonally at Gar Lehman Pa
 rk\, offering open leisure skating for families when ice conditions allow.
  								\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n									Sunnyridge Park37
  Sunnyridge Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood natur
 al-ice rink set within Sunnyridge Park\, open during the winter when tempe
 ratures support safe skating conditions. 								\n				\n									Vandorf 
 Park14698 Woodbine Ave\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice 
 rink located within Vandorf Park. The surface is maintained seasonally and
  opens only when ice conditions are safe for public use. 								\n				\n	
 								Wheler’s Mill Park250 Mostar St\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, ON We
 bsiteThis community rink at Wheler’s Mill Park provides a natural outdoo
 r skating surface for casual family skating when weather permits. 								
 \n				\n									Memorial Park Skating Trail2 Park Dr\, Whitchurch-Stouffv
 ille\, ON WebsiteOpened in December of 2024\, this new trail is light at 
 night and offers skate rentals and sharpening. Trail is open daily from 9a
 m at 9pm (weather conditional). 								\n				\n												\n												
 									Richmond Green Skate Trail in Richmond Hill\, Ontario\n										
 \n									\n				\n					Richmond Hill Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Ri
 chmond Hill maintains several outdoor skating rinks each winter\, includin
 g both natural community rinks and lit neighbourhood surfaces that open wh
 en weather conditions allow. 								\n				\n									Richmond Green Skate
  Trail1300 Elgin Mills Road East\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA 250 metre l
 ong trail\, with heated washrooms and change rooms. Lit for evening skatin
 g. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Mill Pond Ice RinkAt the corner of Mill Street
  and Trench Street\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteSkate on the natural ice of
  Mill Pond. Be safe and make sure the ice is safe before skating by checki
 ng the signage posted at the south end of the pond. Lake Wilcox Outdoor Sk
 ating Rink55 Old Bayview Ave\, Richmond Hill\, ON WebsiteA natural outdoor
  skating surface located near the Richmond Hill Canoe Club at the north en
 d of Lake Wilcox Park. This weather-dependent rink opens when conditions a
 llow and offers a scenic spot for casual family skating\; always check cur
 rent status before heading out. Crosby Park Ice RinkCrosby Avenue & Newkir
 k Road\, Richmond Hill\, ON mapWeather dependant. An ice skating surface i
 s often built at the Crosby Park baseball diamond. 								\n				\n							
 \n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Vaughan Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n			
 						Vaughan offers a number of outdoor community skating rinks\, these n
 atural ice surfaces open only when temperatures permit and are maintained 
 with help from local volunteers. 								\n				\n									Father Ermanno B
 ulfon Park Rink140 Honeywood Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA natural-ice outdoo
 r rink located in Father Ermanno Bulfon Park\, open for casual skating whe
 n temperatures allow. Chancellor District Park Rink430 Chancellor Dr\, Vau
 ghan\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood rink maintained by community volunteers\,
  offering natural-ice skating during the winter. Sonoma Heights Community 
 Park Rink100 Napa Valley Ave\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA family-friendly natur
 al outdoor rink open during the winter season\, dependent on suitable free
 zing conditions. Garnet A. Williams Outdoor RinkGarnet A. Williams Park\, 
 Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA community outdoor rink at Garnet A. Williams Park op
 en for casual skating during the winter season\, weather permitting. Vello
 re Village Outdoor RinkVellore Village Community Park\, Vaughan\, ON Websi
 teNatural outdoor skating surface in Vellore Village\, ideal for neighbour
 hood family skating when temperatures allow. Dufferin Clark Community Cent
 re Outdoor Rink1441 Clark Ave W\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteA seasonal outdoor r
 ink located at the Dufferin Clark Community Centre\, with natural ice main
 tained when conditions permit. The Sports Village Outdoor Rink2600 Rutherf
 ord Rd\, Vaughan\, ON WebsiteThe Sports Village operates an outdoor refrig
 erated rink during the winter months\, offering public skating\, programs\
 , and a reliable ice surface even during mild weather. Check the schedule 
 for public skate times and availability. 								\n				\n							\n			\n			
 			\n		\n						\n				\n					Aurora Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									The T
 own of Aurora maintains several outdoor skating surfaces each winter\, inc
 luding both Town-operated rinks and volunteer-maintained community rinks. 
 All surfaces are natural ice and open only when weather conditions allow. 
 								\n				\n									Aurora Town Square Outdoor Rink50 Victoria St\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteAurora Town Square offers a pleasure-skating rink in the
  central square. Hours follow facility operating times. Weather-dependent.
  Town Park Outdoor Rink49 Wells St\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteAn Ez-Rink system 
 with boards and liner\, maintained by the Town. Typically includes one ple
 asure-skating surface\, open when conditions permit. Ada Johnson Park Outd
 oor Rinks60 Hartwell Way\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one dedic
 ated to pleasure skating and one to stick-and-puck. Both are Town-maintain
 ed Ez-Rinks with boards and liners. Machell Park Outdoor Rinks15 Orchard H
 eights Blvd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteTwo outdoor rinks: one for pleasure skati
 ng and one for stick-and-puck. Both are Ez-Rinks maintained by the Town an
 d open during cold weather. Confederation Park Outdoor Rink30 Glass Dr\, A
 urora\, ON WebsiteA single pleasure-skating rink maintained by the Town of
  Aurora. Opens only when temperatures support natural ice. James Lloyd Par
 k Outdoor Rink355 Stone Rd\, Aurora\, ON WebsiteA volunteer-built and main
 tained rink created over the basketball court. Availability varies by weat
 her and volunteer support. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n					
 	\n				\n					Newmarket Outdoor Rinks				\n				\n									Newmarket operat
 es several community outdoor rinks each winter when weather permits. These
  natural ice surfaces open only during extended cold temperatures and avai
 lability can vary throughout the season. Various locations\, Newmarket\, O
 N Website Lion’s Park Outdoor Rink424 D’Arcy Street\, Newmarket\, ON 
 map  Ken Sturgeon Park Rink1035 Lockwood Cir\, Newmarket\, ON map  					
 			\n		\n				\n					\n\n				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n					
 		\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					Durham Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n
 				\n									Durham Region offers a number of outdoor community skating 
 rinks maintained by local municipalities\, ideal for family skating close 
 to home. Pat Bayly Square Outdoor Rink420 Harwood Ave S\, Ajax\, ON Websit
 eCommunity outdoor skating rink in downtown Ajax. Claremont Memorial Park4
 941 Old Brock Rd\, Claremont\, ON WebsiteOpen weather permitting Brooklin 
 Memorial Park Outdoor Rink67 Winchester Road East\, Brooklin\, ON WebsiteA
  community outdoor rink in Brooklin Memorial Park\, often maintained by lo
 cal volunteers or municipalities. Port Perry Lakefront Skating RinkJoe Fow
 ler North Ball Diamond\, 57 Water St.\, Port Perry\, ON WebsiteThis outdoo
 r skating rink is located along the Lake Scugog waterfront in downtown Por
 t Perry. Weather dependent and typically open during the winter season whe
 n conditions allow\, it offers a scenic setting for casual skating close t
 o local shops and the lakefront. 								\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\
 n						\n				\n					Peel Outdoor Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Peel Re
 gion features a mix of refrigerated rinks and scenic outdoor skating paths
  for winter fun. Mississauga Celebration Square Rink300 City Centre Drive\
 , Mississauga\, ON WebsiteOne of the largest outdoor skating rinks in Peel
 \, with rentals and sharpening during the winter season. Burnhamthorpe Cov
 ered Outdoor Rink1500 Gulleden Drive\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA covered o
 utdoor rink with artificial ice\, benches\, and washrooms\; check schedule
  for public skate times. Woodhurst Heights Park Outdoor Rink3499 Ash Row C
 rescent\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteA neighbourhood outdoor ice rink in Miss
 issauga suitable for leisure skating. Port Credit Memorial Park Skating Tr
 ail40 Stavebank Road\, Mississauga\, ON WebsiteAn open outdoor loop trail 
 along the Credit River offering trail-style skating in a scenic setting. 	
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  Skating Rinks				\n				\n									Halton Region offers a mix of refrigera
 ted outdoor rinks and natural community skating surfaces. These family-fri
 endly locations open during the winter months\, with natural ice dependent
  on weather conditions. 								\n				\n									Burlington Rotary Centenn
 ial Pond1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON WebsiteA leisure outdoor rin
 k overlooking Lake Ontario\, typically open from mid-December through the 
 winter season. Trafalgar Park Outdoor Rink133 Rebecca St\, Oakville\, ON W
 ebsiteA refrigerated outdoor rink at Trafalgar Park offering dependable ic
 e conditions throughout the winter. Public skating is available during sch
 eduled times\; check the Town of Oakville for updates. Wallace Park Outdoo
 r Rink430 Maple Grove Dr\, Oakville\, ON WebsiteWallace Park offers a natu
 ral outdoor ice rink maintained seasonally by the Town of Oakville. The ri
 nk is open for public skating when weather conditions allow and provides a
  neighbourhood winter skating option in north Oakville. Mold-Masters Sport
 splex Outdoor Rink221 Guelph St\, Georgetown\, ON WebsiteA covered outdoor
  rink with artificial ice\, offering public skating sessions through the w
 inter. This venue provides reliable conditions even during mild weather. 	
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 			\n		\n				\n									Looking for a different kind of skating adventure?
  Explore our guide to Ontario’s Best Outdoor Skate Trails & Ice Paths fo
 r forest loops and trail-style routes across the province. 								\n				\
 n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n									Outdoor Skating FAQ\nWha
 t’s the difference between natural ice and refrigerated rinks?\nNatural 
 outdoor rinks rely entirely on cold weather to freeze the ice\, so conditi
 ons can change quickly. Refrigerated rinks use cooling systems to keep the
  ice frozen even during mild temperatures\, allowing for a longer and more
  reliable skating season. \nHow do I know if a natural rink is safe to ska
 te on?\nAlways follow posted signage or municipal updates. Many natural ri
 nks are unsupervised\, so ice thickness and surface conditions can vary. I
 f a rink is closed\, flagged\, or shows signs of melting\, do not skate. \
 nAre helmets required for outdoor skating?\nHelmets are strongly recommend
 ed for all skaters and are required for children at many municipal rinks. 
 CSA-approved helmets provide the best protection. \nWhen do outdoor skatin
 g rinks open in the GTA?\nRefrigerated rinks often open in late November o
 r early December. Natural rinks open only after several days of consistent
 ly cold weather\, usually in mid- to late December\, but timing varies eac
 h year. \nDo I need to bring my own skates?\nMost community rinks require 
 you to bring your own skates. Larger venues like Nathan Phillips Square\, 
 Harbourfront\, Trafalgar Park\, and The Bentway often offer skate rentals 
 during the winter season. \nWhat’s the difference between a skating rink
  and a skating trail?\nRinks are flat ice pads used for leisure skating or
  hockey\, while skating trails are loop-style ice paths that allow conti
 nuous gliding—often winding through parks or urban spaces. 								\n			
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 know of a rink local to you that you’d like to share? Comment below to a
 dd it to this page. Disclaimer: Please check with the rinks you are headin
 g out to. Outdoor rinks are weather permitting. Community groups run and m
 aintain many of the rinks listed in this community guide\, and may not nec
 essarily operate them every year. If you know of a rink on our list that n
 o longer operates please comment below to let our readers know. Thank you.
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 		\n				15+ Motivational and Self-Help Books for Teens & Tweens			\n		\n		
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  Fun Guide: Cross-Country Nordic Ski Trails			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				
 \n			\n		\n				\n				\n			\n				Winter Fun Guide: Skiing & Snowboarding			
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 bing in Southern Ontario
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T155401Z
LOCATION:Art One Academy Markham\, 90C Centurian Dr.\, Unit 7C\, Markham\,
  ON\, L3R 8C1\, Canada
URL:https://childslife.ca/event/2026-27-fall-term-art-classes-at-art-one-a
 cademy-markham/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toront
 o-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Child's Life
X-SOURCE-URL:https://childslife.ca/events/category/toronto/harbourfront
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spring Awakening
DTSTART:20260910T230000Z
DTEND:20261004T193000Z
DTSTAMP:20260910T060109Z
UID:10482930-1789066800-1791127800@nowtoronto.com
CATEGORIES:theater
DESCRIPTION:Experience the original play that inspired the Tony Award-winn
 ing Broadway musical phenomenon.\nSpring Awakening is a fierce\, haunting 
 coming-of-age story about young people on the brink of adulthood–pushing
  back against repression\, demanding truth\, and struggling to claim agenc
 y in a world determined to deny it. \nRomantic\, restless\, and full of de
 sire\, Wedekind’s characters reach for love before they understand it–
 aching for connection as silence and misinformation hurtle them towards ir
 reversible consequences.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T060109Z
LOCATION:Soulpepper Theatre Co\, 50 Tank House Lane\, Toronto\, ON M5A 3C4
 \, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 3C4
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/spring-awakening-2/?utm_source=caldiscove
 ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:NOW Toronto
X-SOURCE-URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/toronto-french-book-fair-salon-d
 u-livre-de-toronto
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Daniella Williams: Origin
DTSTART:20260910T230000Z
DTEND:20261008T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260910T060109Z
UID:10482929-1789066800-1791478800@nowtoronto.com
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Black Rabbit Gallery presents Origin\, a solo exhibition by To
 ronto-based Canadian figurative painter Daniella Williams\, on view Septem
 ber 10 through October 8\, 2026. \nOrigin marks a shift in Williams’ ong
 oing exploration of observation\, intimacy and the act of looking\, expand
 ing her inquiry into how we experience ourselves through our relationships
  to others and to the world around us. \nTurning toward the natural world\
 , the exhibition considers what might emerge when the body is released fro
 m the pressures of being seen. Across the works\, figures move through ope
 n spaces\, shared moments and natural environments\, becoming increasingly
  immersed in the landscapes they inhabit. \nThe exhibition marks Black Rab
 bit Gallery’s first solo artist presentation following its inaugural exh
 ibition\, No Paths\, Just Moves. \nOpening Reception: Thursday\, September
  10\, 7–10 PM Exhibition: September 10–October 8\, 2026 Location: Blac
 k Rabbit Gallery\, 35 Tubman Avenue\, Ratna Lane Courtyard\, Toronto Admis
 sion: Free
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T060109Z
LOCATION:35 Tubman Avenue\, 35 Tubman Ave\, Toronto\, ON M5A 0T1\, Canada\
 , Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 0T1
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/daniella-williams-origin/?utm_source=cald
 iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:NOW Toronto
X-SOURCE-URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/toronto-french-book-fair-salon-d
 u-livre-de-toronto
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Walden
DTSTART:20260910T233000Z
DTEND:20260927T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260910T060109Z
UID:10482928-1789068600-1790456400@nowtoronto.com
CATEGORIES:film
DESCRIPTION:It’s a place to start over. It’s a place where we haven’
 t committed acts of genocide against each other. There’s been no pain th
 ere. No wars. No greed. No murder. There are no gods\, no men to rule us\,
  no animals to kill. No history of hurting one another.” \nIn the near f
 uture\, Cassie returns from a year-long moon mission alone. Her usual comp
 anion\, her sister Stella\, is waiting for her on an environmental reserve
  with her new fiancé. Time forces the sisters to choose between life on E
 arth or pursuing a future in space\, as the Earth dies and humanity’s fa
 te hangs in the balance. Walden is a moving and poetic new play that wrest
 les between the gravitational pulls of duty and desire.  \nNOMINEE – JO
 HN GASSNER AWARD FOR AN OUTSTANDING NEW PLAY \nCredits\nDirector/Scenic & 
 Sound Designer: Erik RichardsProducer: Anthony GoncharovStage Manager: Co
 oper HiebertLighting Designer: Sruthi SuresanProps/Costume Designer: Emily
  Anne CorcoranCassie: Charlotte DennisStella: Emily Anne CorcoranBryan: Os
 hen Aoun
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T060109Z
LOCATION:The Theatre Centre\, 1115 Queen St. West\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\
 , Ontario\, M6J 1J1
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/walden/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_mediu
 m=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:NOW Toronto
X-SOURCE-URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/toronto-french-book-fair-salon-d
 u-livre-de-toronto
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:JOURNEY OF THE MIND
DTSTART:20260912T160000Z
DTEND:20261003T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260912T060335Z
UID:10483030-1789214400-1791045000@nowtoronto.com
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:We live in challenging times. Constantly connected through dig
 ital media\, yet often feeling isolated\, many experience pressure\, anxie
 ty and uncertainty. The lasting impact of recent global crises\, alongside
  concerns about climate change and social injustice\, has intensified ques
 tions around MENTAL WELLBEING and COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY. \nJOURNEY OF 
 THE MIND draws directly on the writings of the Sikh teachers\, which offer
  practical guidance and clear insight into the nature of the mind – how 
 it wanders\, what obstructs it and how it can return to clarity. In Sikhi\
 , the MIND is both the source of SUFFERING and the gateway to FREEDOM. Thr
 ough focused practice (Simran)\, selfless service (Seva) and the support o
 f community (Sangat)\, Sikh philosophy offers a path toward inner steadine
 ss and purposeful living. \nThe exhibition explores these principles throu
 gh contemporary figurative and abstract works by artists from diverse cult
 ural backgrounds alongside short films. It reflects on the internal strugg
 les we face – the pull of fear\, ego and distraction – and proposes fo
 cused practice\, community and selfless service as foundations for CLARITY
  and PEACE. \nTo date\, JOURNEY OF THE MIND has toured five UK cities\, de
 buted in North America at the Queens Museum in New York\, and most recentl
 y it’s Canadian debut in Calgary. \nARTISTS: \nArjun Singh Assa • Alex
 a Kumiko Hatanaka • Amina Ahmed • Amrit Singh Sandhu • Christian Woo
 d • Faiza Butt • Hark1karan • Harminder Judge • Jagdeep Raina • 
 Jaspal Birdi • Jessie McNeil • Jim Adams • Karen Zalamea • Koi •
  Manjot Kaur • Maya Seas • Nirbhai (nep) Singh Sidhu • Rupy C. Tut 
 • Russna Kaur • Sara Khan • Sardul Singh Gill • Simran Kaur Panesa
 r • Sobha Singh • Vartika Sharma \nOpening Hours: \nSun-Mon: ClosedTue
 -Fri: 10-4:30pmSat: 12-4:30pm \nFREE and OPEN TO ALL
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T060335Z
LOCATION:Campbell House Museum\, 160 Queen St W\, Toronto\, ON M5H 3H3\, C
 anada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5H 3H3
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/journey-of-the-mind/?utm_source=caldiscov
 ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:NOW Toronto
X-SOURCE-URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/toronto-french-book-fair-salon-d
 u-livre-de-toronto
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Drawing Myself Into Toronto by WAAC member Olesya Bondareva
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTSTAMP:20260903T002622Z
UID:10000921-1789516800-1790726399@womensartofcanada.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:From documenting war zones to painting a new city – an artis
 t’s journey into belonging \nOlesya Bondareva spent two decades as a doc
 umentary filmmaker\, capturing war and lives on the margins. Now settled i
 n Toronto\, she turns that same eye toward a new subject: the city itself\
 , and what it takes to belong to it. \nIn Drawing Myself Into Toronto\, Bo
 ndareva uses painting\, drawing\, movement\, and video to trace her arriva
 l in an unfamiliar place. Working in pastel\, watercolour\, and acrylic\, 
 she transforms fragments of the city\, its architecture\, colour\, rhythm\
 , into what she calls “Narrative Expressionism\,” turning physical spa
 ce into psychological landscape. \nRather than documenting a relationship 
 with the city that has already been established\, the works in Drawing My
 self Into Toronto reveal the process of creating one – as Bondareva dis
 covers Toronto and\, at the same time\, discovers who she is within it. \n
 Vernissage: Saturday\, September 19 | 1:00 to 4:00pm
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T002622Z
LOCATION:Ruth Upjohn Gallery\, Women’s Art Association of Canada\, 23 Pr
 ince Arthur Ave.\, Toronto\, ON\, M4L 2Z4\, Canada
URL:https://womensartofcanada.ca/calendar/drawing-myself-into-toronto-by-w
 aac-member-olesya-bondareva/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca
 mpaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Women's Art Association of Canada
X-SOURCE-URL:https://womensartofcanada.ca/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:JOURNEY OF THE MIND
DTSTART:20260917T160000Z
DTEND:20261004T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T060644Z
UID:10483476-1789646400-1791140400@nowtoronto.com
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:We live in challenging times. Constantly connected through dig
 ital media\, yet often feeling isolated\, many experience pressure\, anxie
 ty and uncertainty. The lasting impact of recent global crises\, alongside
  concerns about climate change and social injustice\, has intensified ques
 tions around MENTAL WELLBEING and COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY. \nJOURNEY OF 
 THE MIND draws directly on the writings of the Sikh teachers\, which offer
  practical guidance and clear insight into the nature of the mind – how 
 it wanders\, what obstructs it and how it can return to clarity. In Sikhi\
 , the MIND is both the source of SUFFERING and the gateway to FREEDOM. Thr
 ough focused practice (Simran)\, selfless service (Seva) and the support o
 f community (Sangat)\, Sikh philosophy offers a path toward inner steadine
 ss and purposeful living. \nThe exhibition explores these principles throu
 gh contemporary figurative and abstract works by artists from diverse cult
 ural backgrounds alongside short films. It reflects on the internal strugg
 les we face – the pull of fear\, ego and distraction – and proposes fo
 cused practice\, community and selfless service as foundations for CLARITY
  and PEACE.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T060644Z
LOCATION:Campbell House Museum\, 160 Queen St W\, Toronto\, ON M5H 3H3\, C
 anada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5H 3H3
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/journey-of-the-mind-2/?utm_source=caldisc
 overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:NOW Toronto
X-SOURCE-URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/toronto-french-book-fair-salon-d
 u-livre-de-toronto
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Park(ing) Day Toronto 2026: September 18–20
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260918T005110Z
UID:198530-1789704000-1789963199@viewthevibe.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:September 18–20\, 2026 | Across Toronto \nWhat if a parking 
 space became a park\, an art installation or a place to gather? \nPark(ing
 ) Day Toronto returns September 18–20\, transforming parking spaces acro
 ss the city into pop-up parks\, art installations and social spaces for de
 sign\, play and conversation. \nPart of a global movement in more than 35 
 countries\, Park(ing) Day brings together artists\, designers\, students\,
  community groups and local residents to creatively reimagine parking spac
 es as people spaces. \nOrganized and coordinated locally by Dubbeldam Arch
 itecture + Design\, the event is an invitation to get outside\, explore th
 e activations and experience Toronto’s public spaces in a new way. \nFre
 e. Visit parkingdaytoronto.ca for participating activations\, locations an
 d event details.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T005110Z
LOCATION:Various Locations in Toronto\, Toronto \, Ontario \, Canada
URL:https://viewthevibe.com/event/parking-day-toronto-2026-september-18-20
 /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:View the VIBE
X-SOURCE-URL:https://viewthevibe.com/category/cool-vibes-in-toronto/things
 -to-do/page/6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Public Pier
DTSTART:20260918T220000Z
DTEND:20261004T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T005110Z
UID:198515-1789754400-1791068400@viewthevibe.com
CATEGORIES:arts,dance,food,music
DESCRIPTION:Public Pier brings arts\, food\, music\, dance and Silo Nights
  to Toronto’s waterfront this fall \nFree-to-attend and running Fridays 
 and Saturdays from September 18 to October 3\, Public Pier is turning Mari
 na Quay West (539 Queens Quay West) into a free day-to-night cultural de
 stination – featuring music\, dance\, food\, public art and immersive 
 nighttime projections \nPublic Pier reimagines one of the city’s most ic
 onic waterfront spaces\, transforming the pier into a vibrant destination 
 for culture\, gathering and public life \n  \nFree-to-attend and open to 
 everyone\, enjoy day-to-night experiences on the waterfront including: \nF
 ood and drink – The Super Yummy Market brings together curated bites and
  fresh flavours\, alongside local craft beer and beverages from Great Lake
 s Brewpub \nLive DJs – Local DJs\, including CYRO Sounds\, Introspkt an
 d Nabz\, soundtrack the pier from the afternoon into the evening \nDance w
 orkshops – Free\, beginner-friendly sessions invite visitors to discover
  their rhythm through styles ranging from salsa to line dancing \nSILO NIG
 HTS\, curated by OCAD University – As night falls\, the Canada Malting 
 Silos will be illuminated with immersive artworks by local and internation
 al artists \nPublic Trust – The Canadian debut of artist Paul Ramírez 
 Jonas’ interactive public artwork that invites Torontonians of all ages
  to make promises to themselves\, and their community—not just as inhabi
 tants of the city\, but as co-authors of its future *Public Trust at Marin
 a Quay West from Sept. 17 through Sept. 20 only \n  \nPublic Pier\nMarina
  Quay West\, 539 Queens Quay West\, Toronto\n*located beside Toronto Music
  Garden\, across from the Canada Malting Silos \nSeptember 18-19\, Septemb
 er 25-26 and October 2-3\, 2026\nFridays: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.\nSaturdays: 1 
 p.m. to 11 p.m. \nFree and open to all\nDiscover full schedule and program
 ming details at PublicPier.ca
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T005110Z
URL:https://viewthevibe.com/event/public-pier/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm
 _medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:View the VIBE
X-SOURCE-URL:https://viewthevibe.com/category/cool-vibes-in-toronto/things
 -to-do/page/6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Casa das Beiras - Semana Cultural
DTSTART:20260919T120000Z
DTEND:20260926T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T155900Z
UID:64748-1789804800-1790442000@acapo.ca
CATEGORIES:festival
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T155900Z
LOCATION:Casa das Beiras\, 115 Ronald Ave\, Toronto\, ON\, M6B 3X4\, Canad
 a
URL:https://acapo.ca/event/casa-das-beiras-semana-cultural/?utm_source=cal
 discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:ACAPO
X-SOURCE-URL:https://acapo.ca/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:The Rainbow Fish Musical
DTSTART:20260919T140000Z
DTEND:20261018T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260831T191935Z
UID:198074-1789812000-1792324800@viewthevibe.com
CATEGORIES:theater
DESCRIPTION:LIVE! at the Wychwood Theatre: The Rainbow Fish Musical \n76 W
 ychwood Ave.\, Studio 176\, Toronto ON \nWhen Rainbow Fish refuses to shar
 e their vibrant\, shimmering scales\, the whole ocean seems to turn agains
 t the vain creature. Unhappy that no one adores them anymore\, the Rainbow
  Fish seeks out the wise Octopus\, who helps the fish learn that it’s fa
 r better to be admired for being kind than for being beautiful.  \nRUNTIM
 E: 55 Minutes \nRecommended Ages: 3-7 \nPlease note this show requires eve
 ryone regardless of age to purchase a ticket. \nPhoto-op with the cast aft
 er the show included with every purchase.  \nPLEASE BE AWARE THE RESELLER
  TICKETS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED \nIf you have any additional ACCESSIBILITY n
 eeds please contact us at admin@tyttheatre.com to inform us prior to purch
 asing your tickets. We require Front Row Seating to be purchased in order 
 to accommodate any wheelchairs and will provide a promo code for the price
  difference.  \nInterested in more programming by T.Y.T. Theatre? \nVisit
  Our Website: www.tyttheatre.com \nSHOW DATES & TIMES \nSaturdays & Sunday
 s \nSept. 19th & 20th @ 10AM  & 12PM \nSept. 26th & 27th @ 10AM  & 12PM 
 \nOct. 3rd & 4th @ 10AM  & 12PM \nOct. 10th & 11th @ 10AM  & 12PM \nOct.
  17th & 18th @ 10AM  & 12PM
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T191935Z
LOCATION:Wychwood Theatre\, 76 Wychwood Ave\, Toronto\, M6G 3E2\, Canada
URL:https://viewthevibe.com/event/the-rainbow-fish-musical/?utm_source=cal
 discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:View the VIBE
X-SOURCE-URL:https://viewthevibe.com/category/cool-vibes-in-toronto/things
 -to-do/page/6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Cultural Week 2026 - Semana Cultural 2026
DTSTART:20260919T160000Z
DTEND:20260927T033000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T171947Z
UID:3733-1789819200-1790465400@casadasbeiras.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:More information to come…. \nMais informação em breve!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T171947Z
LOCATION:Casa das Beiras\, 115 Ronald Ave.\, York\, ON\, M6B 3X4\, Canada
URL:https://casadasbeiras.com/event/cultural-week-2026-semana-cultural-202
 6/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Casa das Beiras
X-SOURCE-URL:https://casadasbeiras.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sunday Live
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260831T183055Z
UID:10007090-1789873200-1789959599@acehotel.com
CATEGORIES:drink,food,music
DESCRIPTION:Sundays at Ace are made for music.
Ease into brunch at Alder
  with live R&B sets from 11AM–2PM. \nLet the afternoon drift into Motown
  grooves in the Lobby from 3:00–6:00PM\, best enjoyed with a coffee or a
  cocktail in hand. \nAs the sun sets\, head upstairs to Evangeline Rooftop
  and close out the night with jazz-funk sounds from 7–10PM. \nReservatio
 ns for Alder and Evangeline are available via OpenTable.
One day. Three 
 spaces. Endless rhythm.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T183055Z
LOCATION:Ace Hotel Toronto\, 51 Camden Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 1V2\, C
 anada
URL:https://acehotel.com/toronto/going-on/sunday-live-8/?utm_source=caldis
 covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Toronto
X-SOURCE-URL:https://acehotel.com/toronto/goings-on
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sunday Live @ The Ace Toronto
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260914T190328Z
UID:196541-1789876800-1789963199@viewthevibe.com
CATEGORIES:drink,food,music
DESCRIPTION:Sundays at Ace are made for music.
Ease into brunch at Alde
 r with live R&B sets from 11AM–2PM. \nLet the afternoon drift into Mo
 town grooves in the Lobby from 2:30–5:30PM\, best enjoyed with a coffe
 e or a cocktail in hand. \nAs the sun sets\, head upstairs to Evangeline 
 Rooftop and close out the night with jazz-funk sounds from 6–9PM. \nRe
 servations for Alder and Evangeline are available via OpenTable.
On
 e day. Three spaces. Endless rhythm.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T190328Z
LOCATION:Ace Hotel\, 51 Camden Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 1V2\, Cana
 da
URL:https://viewthevibe.com/event/sunday-live-the-ace-toronto/2026-09-20/?
 utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:View the VIBE
X-SOURCE-URL:https://viewthevibe.com/category/cool-vibes-in-toronto/things
 -to-do/page/6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:University of Toronto Golf at Western Invitational (M)
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260915T170942Z
UID:vcal_13245-varsityblues.ca
CATEGORIES:sports
DESCRIPTION:University of Toronto Golf at Western Invitational (M)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T170942Z
LOCATION:Union\, Ontario (St. Thomas GCC)
URL:https://varsityblues.ca/calendar.aspx?game_id=13245&sport_id=12&ut
 m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:University of Toronto Athletics
X-SOURCE-URL:https://varsityblues.ca/calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:University of Toronto Golf at Western Invitational (W)
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260915T170942Z
UID:vcal_13246-varsityblues.ca
CATEGORIES:sports
DESCRIPTION:University of Toronto Golf at Western Invitational (W)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T170942Z
LOCATION:London\, Ontario (West Haven GCC)
URL:https://varsityblues.ca/calendar.aspx?game_id=13246&sport_id=12&ut
 m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:University of Toronto Athletics
X-SOURCE-URL:https://varsityblues.ca/calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Truth and Reconciliation Week "Lunch and Learns" - National Centre
  for Truth and Reconciliation
DTSTART:20260921T040000Z
DTEND:20260925T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T182324Z
UID:1633@gnntoronto.ca
CATEGORIES:civic,education
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join our daily Lunch and Learn webinars – a
 n immersive experience to UN-learn the myths of colonial history in Canada
 .\n\nLunch and Learn sessions are aimed at an adult audience\, and open 
 to the public\, and will be hosted virtually over Zoom Webinar and streame
 d to YouTube.\n\nMost sessions will be 60 minutes in length and will inclu
 de a Q&A between the moderator and guest(s).\n\nAll sessions will have sim
 ultaneous English-French\, and ASL interpretation.\n\nWebinars at various 
 times. \n\nFor more information\, schedules and to pre-register for event
 s held each day go to Details and Registration
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182324Z
LOCATION:https://trw-svr.nctr.ca/lunch-and-learns/?fbclid=IwY2xjawT-hu1wZG
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 o_aem_QYf-I6GAX0qHX8iXALE47A
URL:https://gnntoronto.ca/events/truth-and-reconciliation-week-lunch-and-l
 earns-national-centre-for-truth-and-reconciliation/?utm_source=caldiscover
 y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://gnntoronto.ca/events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Yom Kippur
DTSTART:20260921T040000Z
DTEND:20260922T035959Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T123427Z
UID:36222825d4ed8d7b2d383369143511ea
CATEGORIES:community,holiday
DESCRIPTION:Central\nJewish Holidays\nhttps://jewishtoronto.com/central/je
 wish-holidays/yom-kippur2026
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T123427Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Congregation Shir Libeynu
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.jewishtoronto.com/directory/congregation-habonim-
 of-toronto
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Meditation Group
DTSTART:20260921T111500Z
DTEND:20260922T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T180323Z
UID:28518-1789974900-1790020800@www.firstunitariantoronto.org
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for conversation\, readings and sitting\, every Monday
 \, 7:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.\, on Zoom. We meet September thru June (except S
 tatutory Holidays). Everyone is welcome! For more information\, please con
 tact us by email.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T180323Z
URL:https://www.firstunitariantoronto.org/event/meditation-group-3/?utm_so
 urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:First Unitarian Congregation of Toronto
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.firstunitariantoronto.org/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Danforth Jewish Circle Yom Kippur Family Service
DTSTART:20260921T123000Z
DTEND:20260921T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T123401Z
UID:e5cab4f125e5e09227fcc078ca72a382
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:JHub\nPJ Library Calendar\nhttps://jhubtoronto.com/pj-library-
 calendar/danforth-jewish-circle-yom-kippur-family-service
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T123401Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.jhubtoronto.com/community-calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Mezzanine Service
DTSTART:20260921T130000Z
DTEND:20260921T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T061504Z
UID:10018020-1789981200-1790001000@beth-tzedec.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Robyn Fryer Bodzin\, Cantor Sidney Ezer and Ritual 
 Director Lorne Hanick for this inspiring and participatory service. The wa
 rm atmosphere and emphasis on singing will help every member engage with t
 he liturgy as we celebrate the chagim. \nThis Service is offered for in-pe
 rson participation only.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061504Z
LOCATION:Orenstein Mezzanine Hall
URL:https://beth-tzedec.org/event/15932-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_med
 ium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Beth Tzedec
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.beth-tzedec.org/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sanctuary Service
DTSTART:20260921T130000Z
DTEND:20260921T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T061504Z
UID:10018024-1789981200-1790001000@beth-tzedec.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Steve Wernick\, Cantor Chaim Stern and music direct
 or Asher Farber with the High Holy Day Choir for our spectacular and inspi
 ring High Holy Day services with excellent chazzanut\, choral singing and 
 teaching. Congregational Torah and Haftarah readers participate in the Tor
 ah Service. C
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061504Z
LOCATION:Sanctuary
URL:https://beth-tzedec.org/event/sanctuary-service-3-5/?utm_source=caldis
 covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Beth Tzedec
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.beth-tzedec.org/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Beit Rayim High Holiday Youth Programs Yom Kippur
DTSTART:20260921T130000Z
DTEND:20260922T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T123401Z
UID:6db58610e0b1a8722241b82e8b91b5a2
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:JHub\nPJ Library Calendar\nhttps://jhubtoronto.com/pj-library-
 calendar/beit-rayim-high-holiday-youth-programs-yom-kippur
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T123401Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.jhubtoronto.com/community-calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:First Narayever High Holiday Services and Programs
DTSTART:20260921T130000Z
DTEND:20260921T150000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T123401Z
UID:b1ac136326c66a83c822dfe42fbf56a6
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:JHub\nPJ Library Calendar\nhttps://jhubtoronto.com/pj-library-
 calendar/first-narayever-high-holiday-services-and-programs
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T123401Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.jhubtoronto.com/community-calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Temple Emanu El Yom Kippur Family Program
DTSTART:20260921T130000Z
DTEND:20260921T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T123401Z
UID:5362b719963929145dada3a7e6fb136c
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:JHub\nPJ Library Calendar\nhttps://jhubtoronto.com/pj-library-
 calendar/temple-emanu-el-yom-kippur-family-program
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T123401Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.jhubtoronto.com/community-calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Yom Kippur: Morning Family Service
DTSTART:20260921T131500Z
DTEND:20260921T150000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T172336Z
UID:10019770-1789982100-1789988400@holyblossom.org
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Yom Kippur: Morning Family Service\nMonday\, September 21\, 9:
 15 am \nGather for our Yom Kippur Family Service\, a heartfelt morning of 
 prayer\, music\, and reflection for all ages. For those with First Family
  Service stickers. \nParent-Child take-a-break room will be available for 
 this service
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T172336Z
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/yom-kippur-morning-family-service/?utm_s
 ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Blossom Temple
X-SOURCE-URL:https://holyblossom.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Yom Kippur
DTSTART:20260921T133000Z
DTEND:20260921T153000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T180240Z
UID:10002395-1789983000-1789983000@darcheinoam.ca
CATEGORIES:holiday
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T180240Z
URL:https://darcheinoam.ca/event/yom-kippur-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm
 _medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Congregation Darchei Noam
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.darcheinoam.ca/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:EarlyON Drop-In Program
DTSTART:20260921T133000Z
DTEND:20260921T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260916T000353Z
UID:49352-1789983000-1790008200@accessalliance.ca
CATEGORIES:arts,family
DESCRIPTION:Do you have children 0-6 years old? Drop in for arts and craft
 s\, singing and stories. We welcome all families. Register directly here. 
 \nWHO: Families with children 0-6 years old\nWHEN: April 1–September 30\
 nMondays: 9:30 am–4:30 pm\nTuesdays: 9:30 am–4:30 pm\nThursdays: 9:30 
 am–4:30 pm\nFridays: 9 am–1 pm \nWHERE: 91 Barrington Ave. Secord Comm
 unity Centre July 2–August 28: 101 Barrington Ave. Secord Elementary Sch
 ool \n  \nTo register: EarlyON Drop-In Programs
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000353Z
LOCATION:91 Barrington Avenue\, Secord Community Centre\, 91 Barrington Av
 enue\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4C 4Y9\, Canada
URL:https://accessalliance.ca/event/earlyon-drop-in-program-12/2026-09-21/
 ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Access Alliance
X-SOURCE-URL:https://accessalliance.ca/accesspoint
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:FAMILY WELLBEING PROGRAM
DTSTART:20260921T133000Z
DTEND:20260921T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260916T000353Z
UID:49954-1789983000-1790008200@accessalliance.ca
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Support for parents\, caregivers\, and extended family members
  with youth (10-29 years old) at risk of crime or violence. Scarborough pa
 rticipants are eligible for 1-on-1 service navigation supports to build fa
 mily confidence and improve the youth’s health outcomes. \nTo register: 
 FamilyWellbeing@AccessAlliance.ca \nWHO: Newcomer families living in Scarb
 orough\nWHEN: Monday\, Wednesday\, Friday 9:30 am–4:30 pm\nWHERE: Access
 Point on Danforth
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000353Z
LOCATION:AccessPoint on Danforth\, 3079 Danforth Ave\, Scarborough\, Ontar
 io\, M1L 1A9\, Canada
URL:https://accessalliance.ca/event/family-wellbeing-program/2026-09-21/?u
 tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Access Alliance
X-SOURCE-URL:https://accessalliance.ca/accesspoint
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tefillah and Tales
DTSTART:20260921T134500Z
DTEND:20260921T141500Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T121512Z
UID:10018135-1789983900-1789985700@beth-tzedec.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:For kids in pre-school\, JK and SK with their families\nA joyf
 ul 30-minute holiday adventure for little ones—with songs\, prayers\, st
 ories and shofar blasts!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T121512Z
LOCATION:Hendeles Chapel
URL:https://beth-tzedec.org/event/tefillah-and-tales-2/2026-09-21/?utm_sou
 rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Beth Tzedec
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.beth-tzedec.org/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:HepC Drop-in Clinic
DTSTART:20260921T140000Z
DTEND:20260921T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T060939Z
UID:10001977-1789984800-1789992000@parc.on.ca
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060939Z
URL:https://parc.on.ca/event/hepc-drop-in-clinic/2026-09-21/?utm_source=ca
 ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Parkdale Activity Recreation Centre | PARC
X-SOURCE-URL:https://parc.on.ca/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Steps to learning-Fall2026
DTSTART:20260921T140000Z
DTEND:20260921T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260911T121339Z
UID:10102260-1789984800-1789992000@scaddingcourt.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Steps to Learning is a preschool program funded by the United 
 Way. This school readiness program is designed to ease families and their 
 children into the school system successfully. Using a comprehensive intera
 ctive play based method\, families and their children will benefit and enj
 oy success. The program ensures the following six developmental areas\; in
 dependence skills\, self-help skills\, cognitive development\, reasoning\,
  social interaction and language development are included in the curriculu
 m.\n\nSANDY- sandy@scaddingcourt.org OR\nFLORENCE – florence@scaddingcou
 rt.org\n\n \n\nHours of operation:\nMonday – Thursday\, 10am – 12pm\nF
 all 2026 session: September 14 – December 3\n\nSPACES ARE STILL AVAILABL
 E! CONTACT SOON!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T121339Z
LOCATION:Scadding Court Community Centre\, 707 Dundas Street West\, Toront
 o\, Ontario\, M5T2W6\, Canada
URL:https://scaddingcourt.org/event/steps-to-learning-fall2026/2026-09-21/
 ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:SCCC
X-SOURCE-URL:https://scaddingcourt.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Legion Week
DTSTART:20260921T140000Z
DTEND:20260921T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T170426Z
UID:52918-1789984800-1790017200@beachmetro.com
CATEGORIES:community,free
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of the 100th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian 
 Legion\, Legion Week (Sept. 21-25) is presented by Br. 11 at host Branch 2
 2\, Monday to Thursday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.\, Friday 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. This free
  event is open to the public and features a Canadian history learning expe
 rience\, memorabilia of veterans past and present\, uniforms to try on and
  veterans on hand to talk with. TEACHERS: call for appt. time for students
 ’ tour: Helen Pearce 416-690-6388 or helends4pearce@bell.net
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T170426Z
LOCATION:RCL Branch 22\, 1240 Woodbine Ave.\, Toronto
URL:https://beachmetro.com/event/legion-week/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_
 medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Beach Metro Community News
X-SOURCE-URL:https://beachmetro.com/2023/12/08/a-very-merry-market-hosted-
 by-the-toronto-flea-set-for-jimmie-simpson-rec-centre-this-weekend
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:City Shul Yom Kippur Family Service
DTSTART:20260921T141500Z
DTEND:20260921T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T123401Z
UID:6815511d26fc9b222dc3125f56ce57d9
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:JHub\nPJ Library Calendar\nhttps://jhubtoronto.com/pj-library-
 calendar/city-shul-yom-kippur-family-service
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T123401Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.jhubtoronto.com/community-calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Be a Goat Whisperer!
DTSTART:20260921T143000Z
DTEND:20260921T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T172336Z
UID:10019773-1789986600-1790001000@holyblossom.org
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Be a Goat Whisperer!\nYom Kippur\, Monday\, September 21\, 10:
 30 am \nCome by before or after services. \nDid you know that goats have b
 een a symbol of the Jewish People since ancient times? Think\, Chad Gad Ya
 .\nDid you know that in biblical times\, our ancestors would symbolically 
 place their sins on the head of a goat and send it off into the wilderness
 ? Think\, scapegoat. (See Leviticus 16) \nThis year\, all children are inv
 ited to bring their parents or grandparents to the playground next door to
  visit with the goats. Tell them about your regrets from the past year and
  how you plan to do better in the year ahead. \nThe entrance to the playgr
 ound is off the laneway between Ava Road and Dewbourne. \nRain or Shine.\n
 Please note: Teachers and goat-herders will be on-site\, but this is not a
  drop-off program. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T172336Z
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/be-a-goat-whisperer-2/?utm_source=caldis
 covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Blossom Temple
X-SOURCE-URL:https://holyblossom.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:TUHU Monthly Chapter Meeting
DTSTART:20260921T150000Z
DTEND:20260921T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T181031Z
UID:10003198-1789988400-1789995600@parc.on.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Toronto Underhoused and Homeless Union (TUHU) Parkdale chapter
  meeting.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181031Z
LOCATION:Drop-In\, 1499 Queen St W\, Toronto\, ON\, M6R 1A3\, Canada
URL:https://parc.on.ca/event/tuhu-monthly-chapter-meeting/2026-09-21/?utm_
 source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Parkdale Activity Recreation Centre | PARC
X-SOURCE-URL:https://parc.on.ca/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Newcomers Seniors Forum: Safety In The Home (Age 55+)
DTSTART:20260921T150000Z
DTEND:20260921T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260916T000353Z
UID:52080-1789988400-1790002800@accessalliance.ca
CATEGORIES:community,education
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, September 21\, 2026 \nTime: 11:00 am – 3:00 
 pm \nLocation: AccessPoint on Jane (761 Jane Street\, 2nd Floor) \n  \nR
 egistration is required. \n  \nTo learn more about the forum and to regis
 ter\, please Email: seniors@accessalliance.ca or Tel: Shaheda (416-699-
 7920 ext 4226) or Benny (416-699-7920 ext 5233).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000353Z
LOCATION:AccessPoint on Jane\, 761 Jane St.\, York\, Ontario\, M6N 4B4\, C
 anada
URL:https://accessalliance.ca/event/newcomers-seniors-forum-safety-in-the-
 home-age-55/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-o
 n
X-SOURCE-NAME:Access Alliance
X-SOURCE-URL:https://accessalliance.ca/accesspoint
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Masterclass with Rabbi Englander
DTSTART:20260921T153000Z
DTEND:20260921T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T181224Z
UID:84311-1789990200-1789993800@templesinai.net
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Blog #5: RENAISSANCE FLORENCE – ART ANDRELIGIONMarch 30\, 20
 26Ciao\, I nostri amici! As we’ve been touring round the magnificent art
 \, especially the sculpture\, we’ve gained a deep appreciation of why Fl
 orence is considered to be the birthplace of the Renaissance. We’d like 
 to take you on a virtual tour to show how this new way of viewing the worl
 d developed. We begin with a statue of David\, sculpted by a young Donatel
 lo around 1408: He is posed like a victorious knight with the head of the 
 slain Goliath at his feet – more of a military figure than a religious o
 ne. This was Donatello’s first break with medieval classicism. He contin
 ued to make great strides by the time he sculpted his second David in 1440
 :  This David is the first freestanding nude\, with a confident\, relaxed 
 – and sensual – pose. The Florentines were now ready to enjoy the huma
 n body as beautiful rather than something dirty to be hidden. But even mor
 e is going on during this artistic transition. Take a look\, for example\,
  at Michelangelo’s David\, completed in 1440:  David carries his sling o
 ver his shoulder and grasps a stone in his hand\, ready to attack the Phil
 istine enemy. But as you admire the beauty of this statue\, does it seem t
 o depict a biblical youth? Or perhaps the perfect body of a Roman God? (By
  the way\, we must point out a flaw committed by both these artists: you
 ’ll notice that David isn’t circumcised!) So we see that Renaissance a
 rt often depicted a harmonious blend of Roman paganism with Christian reli
 gion. We see this also in an earlier sculpture by Michelangelo:  Is this D
 avid reaching for his sling\, or Apollo reaching for an arrow? Even art cr
 itics are divided on this question. We can also witness this blend in pain
 tings – for example\, this work by Boticelli\, titled “The Rite of Spr
 ing”:  Is the central figure\, with arms in welcoming gesture\, the godd
 ess Venus – or the Virgin Mary? In contemporary Italian Catholicism\, Ma
 ry is the major figure of worship rather than Jesus. To some people\, the 
 rituals of veneration toward Mary (e.g. crowning the head of her statue wi
 th laurels\, making votive requests for her to grant a wish) are more remi
 niscent of superstition than religion. However\, we found a different answ
 er in a church we visited on Palm Sunday:  When you enter many churches in
  Europe\, your first reaction is often “oh Wow!” as you’re overwhelm
 ed by their massive size\, elaborate architecture and vivid frescoes. In t
 his church\, however\, named the Basilica of San Miniato al Monte\, we wer
 e drawn in by what Cheryl described as an aura of solemnity. When we walke
 d in\, the monk was giving a sermon\, and then later baptised a baby:  We 
 learned that this basilica is a working monastery. To help support themsel
 ves\, the monks make all kinds of jams\, sweets and household items\, whic
 h they sell in the shop beside the church. While I (Larry) was in line at 
 the counter\, a young woman ahead of me completed her purchase and then as
 ked the monk to bless her. (No photo here\; you will need to imagine the s
 cene.). The monk\, dressed in an impeccably folded beige cowl\, stepped aw
 ay from the counter to face her. In silence\, he placed a gentle hand on h
 er forehead\, let it remain for a few moments\, and then made the sign of 
 the cross before her face. The woman\, in tears\, thanked the priest and s
 lowly walked away. Having watched from nearby\, I couldn’t help but thin
 k what a wonderful experience – more than this: a sacred encounter – t
 o know that you are blessed. Speaking of blessing\, we send our warmest wi
 shes to you for a joyous Pesach and Easter season. May this time bring ble
 ssing to you and your loved ones. Ciao\, Rabbino Lorenzo e Cherylissima (h
 er new name\, given by a dear friend\, along with a blessing!) 								\n	
 			\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\
 n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Blog #4: FLORENCE AT
  LAST!March 19\, 2026Ciao\, I nostri amici! We settled into our apartment 
 in Florence\, dropped our luggage and then did our first shopping trip. He
 re’s Cheryl taking the shopping bags one by one up the stairs:       
    Wait\, that’s not all: there are a total of 83 steps to our apartmen
 t. But that’s OK: More stairs\, more pasta! Congregation Shir Hadash has
  been very warm and welcoming. Our first service was to celebrate Purim. M
 any people showed up in costume as we acted out the Book of Esther:  We ha
 ve visited some of our favourite haunts in this beautiful city. For exampl
 e\, Ponte Vecchio (“old bridge”)\, spanning the Arno River:  What make
 s this bridge unique is that it is lined with shops. Above them is a “se
 cret corridor” (with the windows) used by the Medici rulers to get from 
 the Pitti Palace to the government offices (now the Uffizi Gallery) on the
  other side of the river\, avoiding any enemies in wait. During World War 
 2\, it was the only bridge not bombed by the Germans. A story has it that 
 the pilot assigned this task took a look down at the bridge and couldn’t
  bring himself to destroy it. Lucky for the Florentines\, and for us! Whil
 e we stood admiring it\, a tourist offered to take our photo:  Although mo
 st Italians don’t know much about the Jewish population here\, Florentin
 es are certainly aware of the majestic Great Synagogue (Orthodox) that dom
 inates the skyline and is a popular tourist site:  In our neighbourhood\, 
 we noticed this street:  Nathan Cassuto was a Rabbi and Talmudic scholar i
 n the Florence community. He was deported to Auschwitz and was murdered in
  1945. There is a custom throughout several European countries to place a 
 brass “stumbling-stone” in front of the home of those deported to conc
 entration camps. We chanced upon Rabbi Cassuto’s stone on a walk through
  what was his neighbourhood:  We have seen a number of these in Florence. 
 Now to one of our favourite subjects: consumable delicacies. Determined to
  become renowned chefs\, we took a pasta making class.  And of course\, th
 e quest for the best gelateria continues. This one just might be the final
 ist – it’s called “Perché Non” (why not? – not a question Loren
 zo has to ask). Pictured here is Sarah\, a leader of the Shir Hadash commu
 nity.  That’s it for now – alla prossima\,Cara Cheryl e Rabbino Lorenz
 o di Firenze 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\
 n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					
 				Blog #3: Imperial RomeMarch 12\, 2026Ciao\, I nostri amici! We have be
 en in Florence for about two weeks\, but we still have some experiences to
  share about Rome. In this installment\, we’ll trace a brief history of 
 the ancient Romans – especially their relationship with the Jewish popul
 ation. First of all\, we learned that the Jewish population in Rome dates 
 back to the second century BCE. Both Julius Caesar and Augustus treated th
 e Jews well. That changed when Nero became Emperor in 54 CE. As a monument
  to the vast Roman empire\, he decided to build the Colosseum. It took tho
 usands of slaves to take part in this project — many of them Jewish slav
 es. This modern-day photo gives you an impression of its immense size:  Th
 e “events” took place on a stage that covered the full inner circle. U
 nderneath that stage were cells for the animals and gladiators. The “eve
 nts” took place in three stages: Animals vs. animals: one killing the ot
 herAnimals vs. gladiators: dittoGladiator vs. gladiator. When one of them 
 lay defeated on the ground (if he hadn’t already been killed)\, either t
 he Emperor or the crowd would vote “thumbs up” to spare his life or 
 “thumbs down” to instruct the victor to slay him.In short\, the Coloss
 eum\, intended to show the vast reach of Roman power\, was in essence an a
 rena of gore and death. (And we think hockey fans are bad!) It was also Ne
 ro’s way of keeping the masses entertained with “circuses and bread\,
 ” thus diverting them from making trouble. Things got even worse during 
 the second Jewish revolt from 66-70 CE. The Roman general Titus slaughtere
 d thousands of Jews\, and brought 50\,000 back to Rome as slaves. The Arch
  of Titus depicts the procession to Rome along with the Temple Menorah and
  holy artifacts:  The next Emperor in this story is Hadrian (117-138 CE). 
 Our guide Francesca took us to Tivoli\, just outside Rome\, where we toure
 d the luxurious villa where Hadrian made his home. Here is a scale model o
 f the estate\, which covered hundreds of hectares of land:  Located near t
 he centre was his “marina palace”:  As you can see\, it was surrounded
  by a moat to shelter him from his many enemies. Francesca told us that Ha
 drian was — and still is — admired as a brilliant architect and admini
 strator. What is less known among Italians is that he decimated Jerusalem 
 and renamed it Aelia Capitolina. He drove the Jewish inhabitants from the 
 city\, marking the beginning of the Jewish Diaspora. After all this histor
 y\, let’s pause for a brief refreshment:  Now we jump ahead several cent
 uries to more recent Roman history. While visiting the synagogue\, we lear
 ned that\, during the early stages of the Holocaust\, when the Nazis invad
 ed Rome\, they challenged the Jewish leadership to collect 50 kilograms of
  gold in order to be spared deportation. In the following display case\, w
 e see some of the receipts for the gold collected from individual families
 :  Although the community succeeded in collecting the requisite amount\, t
 he Nazis deported them anyway. During our last night in Rome\, we frequent
 ed one of the several kosher restaurants in the ghetto area. The waiter ki
 ndly offered to take our photo. It seems he couldn’t resist making it a 
 selfie!  The next day we were off to Florence. Stay tuned for our first ad
 ventures in la bella città! Cheryl la Cara e Rabbino Lorenzo 								\n		
 		\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n						
 			Blog #2: Visit to RomeMarch 1\, 2026Ciao\, from Rome! When we checked i
 nto our lovely hotel\, the staff welcomed us and invited us to have a welc
 ome drink.  We ordered an Aperol spritz (the national drink here) – and
  this is what arrived!  The next day\, we had a partial tour of the synago
 gue – partial\, because there was a Bar Mitzvah and we had to stay in a 
 corner of the sanctuary. However\, Lorenzo managed to catch this photo of 
 the group on the Bima:  The boy was chanting a prayer called Shir Hakavod 
 to a traditional melody – which will be familiar to Solelniks as the tun
 e we use for Ashrey!  We’ll have more to tell about the Great Synagogue
  of Rome in a future installment\, but this photo gives you an idea of the
  majestic interior. We then joined a guided tour of the Rome ghetto\, wher
 e Jews in the 16th century were forced to live. All of the community\, ri
 ch and poor\, were confined to a small area and had no access to building 
 materials.  As this photo shows\, they had to scrounge whatever was avail
 able from discarded debris:  There was no room in the ghetto to bury the d
 ead. After some lengthy negotiation\, the Rome officials granted a section
  of land to use as a cemetery. Today\, this area has become a rose garden 
 that bears some vestiges of Jewish presence – the first photo shows a st
 one dating back to ghetto times\, from which the present-day design of the
  garden walkways is fashioned.  Getting back to our favourite theme of foo
 d\, we happened to arrive during the “artichoke season.”  There are t
 wo ways they are prepared: Jewish and Roman.  The first are deep-fried an
 d the second are sautéed in olive oil – both are delicious!  We’ll le
 ave you with a photo this delicious Roman specialty salad called “mille 
 foglie.” Like mille feulle it is muti-layered: thin wafer-like crackers\
 , puttarella (chickory)\, burrata and anchovies.  Delicioso!  Combined wi
 th the two types of artichoke\, caccio e pepe and fine local wine\, it won
 ’t surprise you to learn that the next day we purchased a bathroom scale
 != Stay tuned\, Cheryl la Cara e Rabbino Lorenzo 								\n				\n				\n			
 	\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Blog #1: W
 e’re on our way!February 17\, 2026Ciao\, dear family and friends: In a f
 ew days we’ll be off to Italy. We thank Deborah and David Cooper for thi
 s lovely sendoff:  We’ll keep you posted on our travels. We start off wi
 th 5 days in Rome. We then head north to Florence where we’ll make our h
 ome for the next 2+ months\, working with Congregation Shir Hadash as we d
 id two years ago. We hope to give you a taste of our journey: the sites we
  visit\, the people we meet\, and some of the rich religious and cultural 
 history that Italy has to offer. And of course\, the food! We’re almost 
 ready to take off! Here is Larry on his way a few years ago:  Ciao! L&C
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T181224Z
LOCATION:Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto\, 210 Wilson Avenue\, Toront
 o\, Ontario\, M5M 3B1\, Canada
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 tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
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SUMMARY:Watercolour Classes With Donna
DTSTART:20260921T173000Z
DTEND:20260921T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T180510Z
UID:870-3077381@kingswaylambton.ca
CATEGORIES:arts,education
DESCRIPTION:Watercolour Classes with Donna\nEnjoy the magic of creativity!
 \nAll levels for adults. No ability required.\nTo register contact Donna:\
 n416.237.9312\n647.968.6391
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LOCATION:85 The Kingsway - The Club Room
URL:https://www.kingswaylambton.ca/events/watercolour-classes-with-donna/2
 026-09-21?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
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SUMMARY:Beth Radom High Holiday Yom Kippur Family Service
DTSTART:20260921T174500Z
DTEND:20260921T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T123401Z
UID:eb8a174b0f88b5b307814b7b47363cd2
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:JHub\nPJ Library Calendar\nhttps://jhubtoronto.com/pj-library-
 calendar/beth-radom-high-holiday-yom-kippur-family-service
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T123401Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.jhubtoronto.com/community-calendar
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SUMMARY:Soccer at Sorauren Park
DTSTART:20260921T180000Z
DTEND:20260921T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T181031Z
UID:10002239-1789999200-1790006400@parc.on.ca
CATEGORIES:sports
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181031Z
LOCATION:Sorauren Park\, 289 Sorauren Ave\, Toronto\, ON\, M6R 2G4\, Canad
 a
URL:https://parc.on.ca/event/soccer-at-sorauren-park/2026-09-21/?utm_sourc
 e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Parkdale Activity Recreation Centre | PARC
X-SOURCE-URL:https://parc.on.ca/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Today's Voices with Rabbi Dolgin
DTSTART:20260921T180000Z
DTEND:20260921T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T181224Z
UID:84321-1789999200-1790002800@templesinai.net
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Blog #5: RENAISSANCE FLORENCE – ART ANDRELIGIONMarch 30\, 20
 26Ciao\, I nostri amici! As we’ve been touring round the magnificent art
 \, especially the sculpture\, we’ve gained a deep appreciation of why Fl
 orence is considered to be the birthplace of the Renaissance. We’d like 
 to take you on a virtual tour to show how this new way of viewing the worl
 d developed. We begin with a statue of David\, sculpted by a young Donatel
 lo around 1408: He is posed like a victorious knight with the head of the 
 slain Goliath at his feet – more of a military figure than a religious o
 ne. This was Donatello’s first break with medieval classicism. He contin
 ued to make great strides by the time he sculpted his second David in 1440
 :  This David is the first freestanding nude\, with a confident\, relaxed 
 – and sensual – pose. The Florentines were now ready to enjoy the huma
 n body as beautiful rather than something dirty to be hidden. But even mor
 e is going on during this artistic transition. Take a look\, for example\,
  at Michelangelo’s David\, completed in 1440:  David carries his sling o
 ver his shoulder and grasps a stone in his hand\, ready to attack the Phil
 istine enemy. But as you admire the beauty of this statue\, does it seem t
 o depict a biblical youth? Or perhaps the perfect body of a Roman God? (By
  the way\, we must point out a flaw committed by both these artists: you
 ’ll notice that David isn’t circumcised!) So we see that Renaissance a
 rt often depicted a harmonious blend of Roman paganism with Christian reli
 gion. We see this also in an earlier sculpture by Michelangelo:  Is this D
 avid reaching for his sling\, or Apollo reaching for an arrow? Even art cr
 itics are divided on this question. We can also witness this blend in pain
 tings – for example\, this work by Boticelli\, titled “The Rite of Spr
 ing”:  Is the central figure\, with arms in welcoming gesture\, the godd
 ess Venus – or the Virgin Mary? In contemporary Italian Catholicism\, Ma
 ry is the major figure of worship rather than Jesus. To some people\, the 
 rituals of veneration toward Mary (e.g. crowning the head of her statue wi
 th laurels\, making votive requests for her to grant a wish) are more remi
 niscent of superstition than religion. However\, we found a different answ
 er in a church we visited on Palm Sunday:  When you enter many churches in
  Europe\, your first reaction is often “oh Wow!” as you’re overwhelm
 ed by their massive size\, elaborate architecture and vivid frescoes. In t
 his church\, however\, named the Basilica of San Miniato al Monte\, we wer
 e drawn in by what Cheryl described as an aura of solemnity. When we walke
 d in\, the monk was giving a sermon\, and then later baptised a baby:  We 
 learned that this basilica is a working monastery. To help support themsel
 ves\, the monks make all kinds of jams\, sweets and household items\, whic
 h they sell in the shop beside the church. While I (Larry) was in line at 
 the counter\, a young woman ahead of me completed her purchase and then as
 ked the monk to bless her. (No photo here\; you will need to imagine the s
 cene.). The monk\, dressed in an impeccably folded beige cowl\, stepped aw
 ay from the counter to face her. In silence\, he placed a gentle hand on h
 er forehead\, let it remain for a few moments\, and then made the sign of 
 the cross before her face. The woman\, in tears\, thanked the priest and s
 lowly walked away. Having watched from nearby\, I couldn’t help but thin
 k what a wonderful experience – more than this: a sacred encounter – t
 o know that you are blessed. Speaking of blessing\, we send our warmest wi
 shes to you for a joyous Pesach and Easter season. May this time bring ble
 ssing to you and your loved ones. Ciao\, Rabbino Lorenzo e Cherylissima (h
 er new name\, given by a dear friend\, along with a blessing!) 								\n	
 			\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\
 n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Blog #4: FLORENCE AT
  LAST!March 19\, 2026Ciao\, I nostri amici! We settled into our apartment 
 in Florence\, dropped our luggage and then did our first shopping trip. He
 re’s Cheryl taking the shopping bags one by one up the stairs:       
    Wait\, that’s not all: there are a total of 83 steps to our apartmen
 t. But that’s OK: More stairs\, more pasta! Congregation Shir Hadash has
  been very warm and welcoming. Our first service was to celebrate Purim. M
 any people showed up in costume as we acted out the Book of Esther:  We ha
 ve visited some of our favourite haunts in this beautiful city. For exampl
 e\, Ponte Vecchio (“old bridge”)\, spanning the Arno River:  What make
 s this bridge unique is that it is lined with shops. Above them is a “se
 cret corridor” (with the windows) used by the Medici rulers to get from 
 the Pitti Palace to the government offices (now the Uffizi Gallery) on the
  other side of the river\, avoiding any enemies in wait. During World War 
 2\, it was the only bridge not bombed by the Germans. A story has it that 
 the pilot assigned this task took a look down at the bridge and couldn’t
  bring himself to destroy it. Lucky for the Florentines\, and for us! Whil
 e we stood admiring it\, a tourist offered to take our photo:  Although mo
 st Italians don’t know much about the Jewish population here\, Florentin
 es are certainly aware of the majestic Great Synagogue (Orthodox) that dom
 inates the skyline and is a popular tourist site:  In our neighbourhood\, 
 we noticed this street:  Nathan Cassuto was a Rabbi and Talmudic scholar i
 n the Florence community. He was deported to Auschwitz and was murdered in
  1945. There is a custom throughout several European countries to place a 
 brass “stumbling-stone” in front of the home of those deported to conc
 entration camps. We chanced upon Rabbi Cassuto’s stone on a walk through
  what was his neighbourhood:  We have seen a number of these in Florence. 
 Now to one of our favourite subjects: consumable delicacies. Determined to
  become renowned chefs\, we took a pasta making class.  And of course\, th
 e quest for the best gelateria continues. This one just might be the final
 ist – it’s called “Perché Non” (why not? – not a question Loren
 zo has to ask). Pictured here is Sarah\, a leader of the Shir Hadash commu
 nity.  That’s it for now – alla prossima\,Cara Cheryl e Rabbino Lorenz
 o di Firenze 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\
 n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					
 				Blog #3: Imperial RomeMarch 12\, 2026Ciao\, I nostri amici! We have be
 en in Florence for about two weeks\, but we still have some experiences to
  share about Rome. In this installment\, we’ll trace a brief history of 
 the ancient Romans – especially their relationship with the Jewish popul
 ation. First of all\, we learned that the Jewish population in Rome dates 
 back to the second century BCE. Both Julius Caesar and Augustus treated th
 e Jews well. That changed when Nero became Emperor in 54 CE. As a monument
  to the vast Roman empire\, he decided to build the Colosseum. It took tho
 usands of slaves to take part in this project — many of them Jewish slav
 es. This modern-day photo gives you an impression of its immense size:  Th
 e “events” took place on a stage that covered the full inner circle. U
 nderneath that stage were cells for the animals and gladiators. The “eve
 nts” took place in three stages: Animals vs. animals: one killing the ot
 herAnimals vs. gladiators: dittoGladiator vs. gladiator. When one of them 
 lay defeated on the ground (if he hadn’t already been killed)\, either t
 he Emperor or the crowd would vote “thumbs up” to spare his life or 
 “thumbs down” to instruct the victor to slay him.In short\, the Coloss
 eum\, intended to show the vast reach of Roman power\, was in essence an a
 rena of gore and death. (And we think hockey fans are bad!) It was also Ne
 ro’s way of keeping the masses entertained with “circuses and bread\,
 ” thus diverting them from making trouble. Things got even worse during 
 the second Jewish revolt from 66-70 CE. The Roman general Titus slaughtere
 d thousands of Jews\, and brought 50\,000 back to Rome as slaves. The Arch
  of Titus depicts the procession to Rome along with the Temple Menorah and
  holy artifacts:  The next Emperor in this story is Hadrian (117-138 CE). 
 Our guide Francesca took us to Tivoli\, just outside Rome\, where we toure
 d the luxurious villa where Hadrian made his home. Here is a scale model o
 f the estate\, which covered hundreds of hectares of land:  Located near t
 he centre was his “marina palace”:  As you can see\, it was surrounded
  by a moat to shelter him from his many enemies. Francesca told us that Ha
 drian was — and still is — admired as a brilliant architect and admini
 strator. What is less known among Italians is that he decimated Jerusalem 
 and renamed it Aelia Capitolina. He drove the Jewish inhabitants from the 
 city\, marking the beginning of the Jewish Diaspora. After all this histor
 y\, let’s pause for a brief refreshment:  Now we jump ahead several cent
 uries to more recent Roman history. While visiting the synagogue\, we lear
 ned that\, during the early stages of the Holocaust\, when the Nazis invad
 ed Rome\, they challenged the Jewish leadership to collect 50 kilograms of
  gold in order to be spared deportation. In the following display case\, w
 e see some of the receipts for the gold collected from individual families
 :  Although the community succeeded in collecting the requisite amount\, t
 he Nazis deported them anyway. During our last night in Rome\, we frequent
 ed one of the several kosher restaurants in the ghetto area. The waiter ki
 ndly offered to take our photo. It seems he couldn’t resist making it a 
 selfie!  The next day we were off to Florence. Stay tuned for our first ad
 ventures in la bella città! Cheryl la Cara e Rabbino Lorenzo 								\n		
 		\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n						
 			Blog #2: Visit to RomeMarch 1\, 2026Ciao\, from Rome! When we checked i
 nto our lovely hotel\, the staff welcomed us and invited us to have a welc
 ome drink.  We ordered an Aperol spritz (the national drink here) – and
  this is what arrived!  The next day\, we had a partial tour of the synago
 gue – partial\, because there was a Bar Mitzvah and we had to stay in a 
 corner of the sanctuary. However\, Lorenzo managed to catch this photo of 
 the group on the Bima:  The boy was chanting a prayer called Shir Hakavod 
 to a traditional melody – which will be familiar to Solelniks as the tun
 e we use for Ashrey!  We’ll have more to tell about the Great Synagogue
  of Rome in a future installment\, but this photo gives you an idea of the
  majestic interior. We then joined a guided tour of the Rome ghetto\, wher
 e Jews in the 16th century were forced to live. All of the community\, ri
 ch and poor\, were confined to a small area and had no access to building 
 materials.  As this photo shows\, they had to scrounge whatever was avail
 able from discarded debris:  There was no room in the ghetto to bury the d
 ead. After some lengthy negotiation\, the Rome officials granted a section
  of land to use as a cemetery. Today\, this area has become a rose garden 
 that bears some vestiges of Jewish presence – the first photo shows a st
 one dating back to ghetto times\, from which the present-day design of the
  garden walkways is fashioned.  Getting back to our favourite theme of foo
 d\, we happened to arrive during the “artichoke season.”  There are t
 wo ways they are prepared: Jewish and Roman.  The first are deep-fried an
 d the second are sautéed in olive oil – both are delicious!  We’ll le
 ave you with a photo this delicious Roman specialty salad called “mille 
 foglie.” Like mille feulle it is muti-layered: thin wafer-like crackers\
 , puttarella (chickory)\, burrata and anchovies.  Delicioso!  Combined wi
 th the two types of artichoke\, caccio e pepe and fine local wine\, it won
 ’t surprise you to learn that the next day we purchased a bathroom scale
 != Stay tuned\, Cheryl la Cara e Rabbino Lorenzo 								\n				\n				\n			
 	\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Blog #1: W
 e’re on our way!February 17\, 2026Ciao\, dear family and friends: In a f
 ew days we’ll be off to Italy. We thank Deborah and David Cooper for thi
 s lovely sendoff:  We’ll keep you posted on our travels. We start off wi
 th 5 days in Rome. We then head north to Florence where we’ll make our h
 ome for the next 2+ months\, working with Congregation Shir Hadash as we d
 id two years ago. We hope to give you a taste of our journey: the sites we
  visit\, the people we meet\, and some of the rich religious and cultural 
 history that Italy has to offer. And of course\, the food! We’re almost 
 ready to take off! Here is Larry on his way a few years ago:  Ciao! L&C
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T181224Z
LOCATION:Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto\, 210 Wilson Avenue\, Toront
 o\, Ontario\, M5M 3B1\, Canada
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 -26/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
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SUMMARY:Temple Har Zion Yom Kippur Children's Service
DTSTART:20260921T183000Z
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DTSTAMP:20260918T123401Z
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SUMMARY:Sorauren Farmers' Market at Sorauren Farmers’ Market\, 50 Wabash
  Ave\, Toronto\, ON M6R 1N2\, Canada
DTSTART:20260921T190000Z
DTEND:20260921T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T174017Z
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DESCRIPTION:This year round farmers' Market operates during the outdoor se
 ason\, we operate in Sorauren Park which is a beautiful greenspace managed
  by the City of Toronto and animated by community group\, Friends of Sorau
 ren Park. Along with the Farmers’ Market\, you’ll find an ice skating 
 rink\, dog walking park\, community pizza oven\, children’s soccer and b
 aseball programmes and even movie nights and an annual pumpkin parade!  
 https://www.soraurenmarket.com/--\ncalendar curated by the local's dozen.t
 welve hand-picked events that you'd tell your friends about every week.\ni
 f you like what we're doing\, sign up for our newsletter.\n@localsdozen
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 \, Canada\, us
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SUMMARY:Sing\, Pray\, Learn with Rabbi Englander
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DESCRIPTION:Blog #5: RENAISSANCE FLORENCE – ART ANDRELIGIONMarch 30\, 20
 26Ciao\, I nostri amici! As we’ve been touring round the magnificent art
 \, especially the sculpture\, we’ve gained a deep appreciation of why Fl
 orence is considered to be the birthplace of the Renaissance. We’d like 
 to take you on a virtual tour to show how this new way of viewing the worl
 d developed. We begin with a statue of David\, sculpted by a young Donatel
 lo around 1408: He is posed like a victorious knight with the head of the 
 slain Goliath at his feet – more of a military figure than a religious o
 ne. This was Donatello’s first break with medieval classicism. He contin
 ued to make great strides by the time he sculpted his second David in 1440
 :  This David is the first freestanding nude\, with a confident\, relaxed 
 – and sensual – pose. The Florentines were now ready to enjoy the huma
 n body as beautiful rather than something dirty to be hidden. But even mor
 e is going on during this artistic transition. Take a look\, for example\,
  at Michelangelo’s David\, completed in 1440:  David carries his sling o
 ver his shoulder and grasps a stone in his hand\, ready to attack the Phil
 istine enemy. But as you admire the beauty of this statue\, does it seem t
 o depict a biblical youth? Or perhaps the perfect body of a Roman God? (By
  the way\, we must point out a flaw committed by both these artists: you
 ’ll notice that David isn’t circumcised!) So we see that Renaissance a
 rt often depicted a harmonious blend of Roman paganism with Christian reli
 gion. We see this also in an earlier sculpture by Michelangelo:  Is this D
 avid reaching for his sling\, or Apollo reaching for an arrow? Even art cr
 itics are divided on this question. We can also witness this blend in pain
 tings – for example\, this work by Boticelli\, titled “The Rite of Spr
 ing”:  Is the central figure\, with arms in welcoming gesture\, the godd
 ess Venus – or the Virgin Mary? In contemporary Italian Catholicism\, Ma
 ry is the major figure of worship rather than Jesus. To some people\, the 
 rituals of veneration toward Mary (e.g. crowning the head of her statue wi
 th laurels\, making votive requests for her to grant a wish) are more remi
 niscent of superstition than religion. However\, we found a different answ
 er in a church we visited on Palm Sunday:  When you enter many churches in
  Europe\, your first reaction is often “oh Wow!” as you’re overwhelm
 ed by their massive size\, elaborate architecture and vivid frescoes. In t
 his church\, however\, named the Basilica of San Miniato al Monte\, we wer
 e drawn in by what Cheryl described as an aura of solemnity. When we walke
 d in\, the monk was giving a sermon\, and then later baptised a baby:  We 
 learned that this basilica is a working monastery. To help support themsel
 ves\, the monks make all kinds of jams\, sweets and household items\, whic
 h they sell in the shop beside the church. While I (Larry) was in line at 
 the counter\, a young woman ahead of me completed her purchase and then as
 ked the monk to bless her. (No photo here\; you will need to imagine the s
 cene.). The monk\, dressed in an impeccably folded beige cowl\, stepped aw
 ay from the counter to face her. In silence\, he placed a gentle hand on h
 er forehead\, let it remain for a few moments\, and then made the sign of 
 the cross before her face. The woman\, in tears\, thanked the priest and s
 lowly walked away. Having watched from nearby\, I couldn’t help but thin
 k what a wonderful experience – more than this: a sacred encounter – t
 o know that you are blessed. Speaking of blessing\, we send our warmest wi
 shes to you for a joyous Pesach and Easter season. May this time bring ble
 ssing to you and your loved ones. Ciao\, Rabbino Lorenzo e Cherylissima (h
 er new name\, given by a dear friend\, along with a blessing!) 								\n	
 			\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\
 n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Blog #4: FLORENCE AT
  LAST!March 19\, 2026Ciao\, I nostri amici! We settled into our apartment 
 in Florence\, dropped our luggage and then did our first shopping trip. He
 re’s Cheryl taking the shopping bags one by one up the stairs:       
    Wait\, that’s not all: there are a total of 83 steps to our apartmen
 t. But that’s OK: More stairs\, more pasta! Congregation Shir Hadash has
  been very warm and welcoming. Our first service was to celebrate Purim. M
 any people showed up in costume as we acted out the Book of Esther:  We ha
 ve visited some of our favourite haunts in this beautiful city. For exampl
 e\, Ponte Vecchio (“old bridge”)\, spanning the Arno River:  What make
 s this bridge unique is that it is lined with shops. Above them is a “se
 cret corridor” (with the windows) used by the Medici rulers to get from 
 the Pitti Palace to the government offices (now the Uffizi Gallery) on the
  other side of the river\, avoiding any enemies in wait. During World War 
 2\, it was the only bridge not bombed by the Germans. A story has it that 
 the pilot assigned this task took a look down at the bridge and couldn’t
  bring himself to destroy it. Lucky for the Florentines\, and for us! Whil
 e we stood admiring it\, a tourist offered to take our photo:  Although mo
 st Italians don’t know much about the Jewish population here\, Florentin
 es are certainly aware of the majestic Great Synagogue (Orthodox) that dom
 inates the skyline and is a popular tourist site:  In our neighbourhood\, 
 we noticed this street:  Nathan Cassuto was a Rabbi and Talmudic scholar i
 n the Florence community. He was deported to Auschwitz and was murdered in
  1945. There is a custom throughout several European countries to place a 
 brass “stumbling-stone” in front of the home of those deported to conc
 entration camps. We chanced upon Rabbi Cassuto’s stone on a walk through
  what was his neighbourhood:  We have seen a number of these in Florence. 
 Now to one of our favourite subjects: consumable delicacies. Determined to
  become renowned chefs\, we took a pasta making class.  And of course\, th
 e quest for the best gelateria continues. This one just might be the final
 ist – it’s called “Perché Non” (why not? – not a question Loren
 zo has to ask). Pictured here is Sarah\, a leader of the Shir Hadash commu
 nity.  That’s it for now – alla prossima\,Cara Cheryl e Rabbino Lorenz
 o di Firenze 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\
 n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					
 				Blog #3: Imperial RomeMarch 12\, 2026Ciao\, I nostri amici! We have be
 en in Florence for about two weeks\, but we still have some experiences to
  share about Rome. In this installment\, we’ll trace a brief history of 
 the ancient Romans – especially their relationship with the Jewish popul
 ation. First of all\, we learned that the Jewish population in Rome dates 
 back to the second century BCE. Both Julius Caesar and Augustus treated th
 e Jews well. That changed when Nero became Emperor in 54 CE. As a monument
  to the vast Roman empire\, he decided to build the Colosseum. It took tho
 usands of slaves to take part in this project — many of them Jewish slav
 es. This modern-day photo gives you an impression of its immense size:  Th
 e “events” took place on a stage that covered the full inner circle. U
 nderneath that stage were cells for the animals and gladiators. The “eve
 nts” took place in three stages: Animals vs. animals: one killing the ot
 herAnimals vs. gladiators: dittoGladiator vs. gladiator. When one of them 
 lay defeated on the ground (if he hadn’t already been killed)\, either t
 he Emperor or the crowd would vote “thumbs up” to spare his life or 
 “thumbs down” to instruct the victor to slay him.In short\, the Coloss
 eum\, intended to show the vast reach of Roman power\, was in essence an a
 rena of gore and death. (And we think hockey fans are bad!) It was also Ne
 ro’s way of keeping the masses entertained with “circuses and bread\,
 ” thus diverting them from making trouble. Things got even worse during 
 the second Jewish revolt from 66-70 CE. The Roman general Titus slaughtere
 d thousands of Jews\, and brought 50\,000 back to Rome as slaves. The Arch
  of Titus depicts the procession to Rome along with the Temple Menorah and
  holy artifacts:  The next Emperor in this story is Hadrian (117-138 CE). 
 Our guide Francesca took us to Tivoli\, just outside Rome\, where we toure
 d the luxurious villa where Hadrian made his home. Here is a scale model o
 f the estate\, which covered hundreds of hectares of land:  Located near t
 he centre was his “marina palace”:  As you can see\, it was surrounded
  by a moat to shelter him from his many enemies. Francesca told us that Ha
 drian was — and still is — admired as a brilliant architect and admini
 strator. What is less known among Italians is that he decimated Jerusalem 
 and renamed it Aelia Capitolina. He drove the Jewish inhabitants from the 
 city\, marking the beginning of the Jewish Diaspora. After all this histor
 y\, let’s pause for a brief refreshment:  Now we jump ahead several cent
 uries to more recent Roman history. While visiting the synagogue\, we lear
 ned that\, during the early stages of the Holocaust\, when the Nazis invad
 ed Rome\, they challenged the Jewish leadership to collect 50 kilograms of
  gold in order to be spared deportation. In the following display case\, w
 e see some of the receipts for the gold collected from individual families
 :  Although the community succeeded in collecting the requisite amount\, t
 he Nazis deported them anyway. During our last night in Rome\, we frequent
 ed one of the several kosher restaurants in the ghetto area. The waiter ki
 ndly offered to take our photo. It seems he couldn’t resist making it a 
 selfie!  The next day we were off to Florence. Stay tuned for our first ad
 ventures in la bella città! Cheryl la Cara e Rabbino Lorenzo 								\n		
 		\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n						
 			Blog #2: Visit to RomeMarch 1\, 2026Ciao\, from Rome! When we checked i
 nto our lovely hotel\, the staff welcomed us and invited us to have a welc
 ome drink.  We ordered an Aperol spritz (the national drink here) – and
  this is what arrived!  The next day\, we had a partial tour of the synago
 gue – partial\, because there was a Bar Mitzvah and we had to stay in a 
 corner of the sanctuary. However\, Lorenzo managed to catch this photo of 
 the group on the Bima:  The boy was chanting a prayer called Shir Hakavod 
 to a traditional melody – which will be familiar to Solelniks as the tun
 e we use for Ashrey!  We’ll have more to tell about the Great Synagogue
  of Rome in a future installment\, but this photo gives you an idea of the
  majestic interior. We then joined a guided tour of the Rome ghetto\, wher
 e Jews in the 16th century were forced to live. All of the community\, ri
 ch and poor\, were confined to a small area and had no access to building 
 materials.  As this photo shows\, they had to scrounge whatever was avail
 able from discarded debris:  There was no room in the ghetto to bury the d
 ead. After some lengthy negotiation\, the Rome officials granted a section
  of land to use as a cemetery. Today\, this area has become a rose garden 
 that bears some vestiges of Jewish presence – the first photo shows a st
 one dating back to ghetto times\, from which the present-day design of the
  garden walkways is fashioned.  Getting back to our favourite theme of foo
 d\, we happened to arrive during the “artichoke season.”  There are t
 wo ways they are prepared: Jewish and Roman.  The first are deep-fried an
 d the second are sautéed in olive oil – both are delicious!  We’ll le
 ave you with a photo this delicious Roman specialty salad called “mille 
 foglie.” Like mille feulle it is muti-layered: thin wafer-like crackers\
 , puttarella (chickory)\, burrata and anchovies.  Delicioso!  Combined wi
 th the two types of artichoke\, caccio e pepe and fine local wine\, it won
 ’t surprise you to learn that the next day we purchased a bathroom scale
 != Stay tuned\, Cheryl la Cara e Rabbino Lorenzo 								\n				\n				\n			
 	\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Blog #1: W
 e’re on our way!February 17\, 2026Ciao\, dear family and friends: In a f
 ew days we’ll be off to Italy. We thank Deborah and David Cooper for thi
 s lovely sendoff:  We’ll keep you posted on our travels. We start off wi
 th 5 days in Rome. We then head north to Florence where we’ll make our h
 ome for the next 2+ months\, working with Congregation Shir Hadash as we d
 id two years ago. We hope to give you a taste of our journey: the sites we
  visit\, the people we meet\, and some of the rich religious and cultural 
 history that Italy has to offer. And of course\, the food! We’re almost 
 ready to take off! Here is Larry on his way a few years ago:  Ciao! L&C
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SUMMARY:Jonah & the Whale: Interactive Drama
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DTEND:20260921T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T062518Z
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CATEGORIES:theater
DESCRIPTION:Blog #5: RENAISSANCE FLORENCE – ART ANDRELIGIONMarch 30\, 20
 26Ciao\, I nostri amici! As we’ve been touring round the magnificent art
 \, especially the sculpture\, we’ve gained a deep appreciation of why Fl
 orence is considered to be the birthplace of the Renaissance. We’d like 
 to take you on a virtual tour to show how this new way of viewing the worl
 d developed. We begin with a statue of David\, sculpted by a young Donatel
 lo around 1408: He is posed like a victorious knight with the head of the 
 slain Goliath at his feet – more of a military figure than a religious o
 ne. This was Donatello’s first break with medieval classicism. He contin
 ued to make great strides by the time he sculpted his second David in 1440
 :  This David is the first freestanding nude\, with a confident\, relaxed 
 – and sensual – pose. The Florentines were now ready to enjoy the huma
 n body as beautiful rather than something dirty to be hidden. But even mor
 e is going on during this artistic transition. Take a look\, for example\,
  at Michelangelo’s David\, completed in 1440:  David carries his sling o
 ver his shoulder and grasps a stone in his hand\, ready to attack the Phil
 istine enemy. But as you admire the beauty of this statue\, does it seem t
 o depict a biblical youth? Or perhaps the perfect body of a Roman God? (By
  the way\, we must point out a flaw committed by both these artists: you
 ’ll notice that David isn’t circumcised!) So we see that Renaissance a
 rt often depicted a harmonious blend of Roman paganism with Christian reli
 gion. We see this also in an earlier sculpture by Michelangelo:  Is this D
 avid reaching for his sling\, or Apollo reaching for an arrow? Even art cr
 itics are divided on this question. We can also witness this blend in pain
 tings – for example\, this work by Boticelli\, titled “The Rite of Spr
 ing”:  Is the central figure\, with arms in welcoming gesture\, the godd
 ess Venus – or the Virgin Mary? In contemporary Italian Catholicism\, Ma
 ry is the major figure of worship rather than Jesus. To some people\, the 
 rituals of veneration toward Mary (e.g. crowning the head of her statue wi
 th laurels\, making votive requests for her to grant a wish) are more remi
 niscent of superstition than religion. However\, we found a different answ
 er in a church we visited on Palm Sunday:  When you enter many churches in
  Europe\, your first reaction is often “oh Wow!” as you’re overwhelm
 ed by their massive size\, elaborate architecture and vivid frescoes. In t
 his church\, however\, named the Basilica of San Miniato al Monte\, we wer
 e drawn in by what Cheryl described as an aura of solemnity. When we walke
 d in\, the monk was giving a sermon\, and then later baptised a baby:  We 
 learned that this basilica is a working monastery. To help support themsel
 ves\, the monks make all kinds of jams\, sweets and household items\, whic
 h they sell in the shop beside the church. While I (Larry) was in line at 
 the counter\, a young woman ahead of me completed her purchase and then as
 ked the monk to bless her. (No photo here\; you will need to imagine the s
 cene.). The monk\, dressed in an impeccably folded beige cowl\, stepped aw
 ay from the counter to face her. In silence\, he placed a gentle hand on h
 er forehead\, let it remain for a few moments\, and then made the sign of 
 the cross before her face. The woman\, in tears\, thanked the priest and s
 lowly walked away. Having watched from nearby\, I couldn’t help but thin
 k what a wonderful experience – more than this: a sacred encounter – t
 o know that you are blessed. Speaking of blessing\, we send our warmest wi
 shes to you for a joyous Pesach and Easter season. May this time bring ble
 ssing to you and your loved ones. Ciao\, Rabbino Lorenzo e Cherylissima (h
 er new name\, given by a dear friend\, along with a blessing!) 								\n	
 			\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\
 n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Blog #4: FLORENCE AT
  LAST!March 19\, 2026Ciao\, I nostri amici! We settled into our apartment 
 in Florence\, dropped our luggage and then did our first shopping trip. He
 re’s Cheryl taking the shopping bags one by one up the stairs:       
    Wait\, that’s not all: there are a total of 83 steps to our apartmen
 t. But that’s OK: More stairs\, more pasta! Congregation Shir Hadash has
  been very warm and welcoming. Our first service was to celebrate Purim. M
 any people showed up in costume as we acted out the Book of Esther:  We ha
 ve visited some of our favourite haunts in this beautiful city. For exampl
 e\, Ponte Vecchio (“old bridge”)\, spanning the Arno River:  What make
 s this bridge unique is that it is lined with shops. Above them is a “se
 cret corridor” (with the windows) used by the Medici rulers to get from 
 the Pitti Palace to the government offices (now the Uffizi Gallery) on the
  other side of the river\, avoiding any enemies in wait. During World War 
 2\, it was the only bridge not bombed by the Germans. A story has it that 
 the pilot assigned this task took a look down at the bridge and couldn’t
  bring himself to destroy it. Lucky for the Florentines\, and for us! Whil
 e we stood admiring it\, a tourist offered to take our photo:  Although mo
 st Italians don’t know much about the Jewish population here\, Florentin
 es are certainly aware of the majestic Great Synagogue (Orthodox) that dom
 inates the skyline and is a popular tourist site:  In our neighbourhood\, 
 we noticed this street:  Nathan Cassuto was a Rabbi and Talmudic scholar i
 n the Florence community. He was deported to Auschwitz and was murdered in
  1945. There is a custom throughout several European countries to place a 
 brass “stumbling-stone” in front of the home of those deported to conc
 entration camps. We chanced upon Rabbi Cassuto’s stone on a walk through
  what was his neighbourhood:  We have seen a number of these in Florence. 
 Now to one of our favourite subjects: consumable delicacies. Determined to
  become renowned chefs\, we took a pasta making class.  And of course\, th
 e quest for the best gelateria continues. This one just might be the final
 ist – it’s called “Perché Non” (why not? – not a question Loren
 zo has to ask). Pictured here is Sarah\, a leader of the Shir Hadash commu
 nity.  That’s it for now – alla prossima\,Cara Cheryl e Rabbino Lorenz
 o di Firenze 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\
 n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					
 				Blog #3: Imperial RomeMarch 12\, 2026Ciao\, I nostri amici! We have be
 en in Florence for about two weeks\, but we still have some experiences to
  share about Rome. In this installment\, we’ll trace a brief history of 
 the ancient Romans – especially their relationship with the Jewish popul
 ation. First of all\, we learned that the Jewish population in Rome dates 
 back to the second century BCE. Both Julius Caesar and Augustus treated th
 e Jews well. That changed when Nero became Emperor in 54 CE. As a monument
  to the vast Roman empire\, he decided to build the Colosseum. It took tho
 usands of slaves to take part in this project — many of them Jewish slav
 es. This modern-day photo gives you an impression of its immense size:  Th
 e “events” took place on a stage that covered the full inner circle. U
 nderneath that stage were cells for the animals and gladiators. The “eve
 nts” took place in three stages: Animals vs. animals: one killing the ot
 herAnimals vs. gladiators: dittoGladiator vs. gladiator. When one of them 
 lay defeated on the ground (if he hadn’t already been killed)\, either t
 he Emperor or the crowd would vote “thumbs up” to spare his life or 
 “thumbs down” to instruct the victor to slay him.In short\, the Coloss
 eum\, intended to show the vast reach of Roman power\, was in essence an a
 rena of gore and death. (And we think hockey fans are bad!) It was also Ne
 ro’s way of keeping the masses entertained with “circuses and bread\,
 ” thus diverting them from making trouble. Things got even worse during 
 the second Jewish revolt from 66-70 CE. The Roman general Titus slaughtere
 d thousands of Jews\, and brought 50\,000 back to Rome as slaves. The Arch
  of Titus depicts the procession to Rome along with the Temple Menorah and
  holy artifacts:  The next Emperor in this story is Hadrian (117-138 CE). 
 Our guide Francesca took us to Tivoli\, just outside Rome\, where we toure
 d the luxurious villa where Hadrian made his home. Here is a scale model o
 f the estate\, which covered hundreds of hectares of land:  Located near t
 he centre was his “marina palace”:  As you can see\, it was surrounded
  by a moat to shelter him from his many enemies. Francesca told us that Ha
 drian was — and still is — admired as a brilliant architect and admini
 strator. What is less known among Italians is that he decimated Jerusalem 
 and renamed it Aelia Capitolina. He drove the Jewish inhabitants from the 
 city\, marking the beginning of the Jewish Diaspora. After all this histor
 y\, let’s pause for a brief refreshment:  Now we jump ahead several cent
 uries to more recent Roman history. While visiting the synagogue\, we lear
 ned that\, during the early stages of the Holocaust\, when the Nazis invad
 ed Rome\, they challenged the Jewish leadership to collect 50 kilograms of
  gold in order to be spared deportation. In the following display case\, w
 e see some of the receipts for the gold collected from individual families
 :  Although the community succeeded in collecting the requisite amount\, t
 he Nazis deported them anyway. During our last night in Rome\, we frequent
 ed one of the several kosher restaurants in the ghetto area. The waiter ki
 ndly offered to take our photo. It seems he couldn’t resist making it a 
 selfie!  The next day we were off to Florence. Stay tuned for our first ad
 ventures in la bella città! Cheryl la Cara e Rabbino Lorenzo 								\n		
 		\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n						
 			Blog #2: Visit to RomeMarch 1\, 2026Ciao\, from Rome! When we checked i
 nto our lovely hotel\, the staff welcomed us and invited us to have a welc
 ome drink.  We ordered an Aperol spritz (the national drink here) – and
  this is what arrived!  The next day\, we had a partial tour of the synago
 gue – partial\, because there was a Bar Mitzvah and we had to stay in a 
 corner of the sanctuary. However\, Lorenzo managed to catch this photo of 
 the group on the Bima:  The boy was chanting a prayer called Shir Hakavod 
 to a traditional melody – which will be familiar to Solelniks as the tun
 e we use for Ashrey!  We’ll have more to tell about the Great Synagogue
  of Rome in a future installment\, but this photo gives you an idea of the
  majestic interior. We then joined a guided tour of the Rome ghetto\, wher
 e Jews in the 16th century were forced to live. All of the community\, ri
 ch and poor\, were confined to a small area and had no access to building 
 materials.  As this photo shows\, they had to scrounge whatever was avail
 able from discarded debris:  There was no room in the ghetto to bury the d
 ead. After some lengthy negotiation\, the Rome officials granted a section
  of land to use as a cemetery. Today\, this area has become a rose garden 
 that bears some vestiges of Jewish presence – the first photo shows a st
 one dating back to ghetto times\, from which the present-day design of the
  garden walkways is fashioned.  Getting back to our favourite theme of foo
 d\, we happened to arrive during the “artichoke season.”  There are t
 wo ways they are prepared: Jewish and Roman.  The first are deep-fried an
 d the second are sautéed in olive oil – both are delicious!  We’ll le
 ave you with a photo this delicious Roman specialty salad called “mille 
 foglie.” Like mille feulle it is muti-layered: thin wafer-like crackers\
 , puttarella (chickory)\, burrata and anchovies.  Delicioso!  Combined wi
 th the two types of artichoke\, caccio e pepe and fine local wine\, it won
 ’t surprise you to learn that the next day we purchased a bathroom scale
 != Stay tuned\, Cheryl la Cara e Rabbino Lorenzo 								\n				\n				\n			
 	\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Blog #1: W
 e’re on our way!February 17\, 2026Ciao\, dear family and friends: In a f
 ew days we’ll be off to Italy. We thank Deborah and David Cooper for thi
 s lovely sendoff:  We’ll keep you posted on our travels. We start off wi
 th 5 days in Rome. We then head north to Florence where we’ll make our h
 ome for the next 2+ months\, working with Congregation Shir Hadash as we d
 id two years ago. We hope to give you a taste of our journey: the sites we
  visit\, the people we meet\, and some of the rich religious and cultural 
 history that Italy has to offer. And of course\, the food! We’re almost 
 ready to take off! Here is Larry on his way a few years ago:  Ciao! L&C
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SUMMARY:Childrens Boxing - Fall2026
DTSTART:20260921T200000Z
DTEND:20260921T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260911T121339Z
UID:10102389-1790006400-1790010000@scaddingcourt.org
CATEGORIES:family,sports
DESCRIPTION:FREE Program\nWho:Children 6 – 12 years old\nWhat:Intensive 
 training in boxing\nWhen:: Mondays\, 4 pm – 5 pm\nSession: Fall 2026: Se
 ptember 14 – November 30 (Oct 12- no program for Thanksgiving)\nPlace: S
 cadding Court Community Centre Gym\nRegistration: On the portal: https://s
 cccportal.org/\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information:\nvivian@scaddingcourt.org 
 OR labib@scaddingcourt.org
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T121339Z
LOCATION:Scadding Court Community Centre\, 707 Dundas Street West\, Toront
 o\, Ontario\, M5T2W6\, Canada
URL:https://scaddingcourt.org/event/childrens-boxing-fall2026/2026-09-21/?
 utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:SCCC
X-SOURCE-URL:https://scaddingcourt.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Broadview Discussion Group
DTSTART:20260921T200000Z
DTEND:20260921T213000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T172303Z
UID:62079-1790006400-1790011800@www.fairlawnchurch.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Our weekly Greetings! newsletter is published every Friday. 
 Submissions are welcome via email to greetings@fairlawnavenueunited.ca.Th
 e deadline for submissions is noon on Wednesday before each issue.Notices 
 can be up to 110 words per our Greetings! guidelines.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T172303Z
LOCATION:Online
URL:https://www.fairlawnchurch.ca/events/broadview-discussion-group-5/2026
 -09-21/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Fairlawn Avenue United Church
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.fairlawnchurch.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:LAMP Community Health Centre Repair Café
DTSTART:20260921T200000Z
DTEND:20260922T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T172754Z
UID:eda49d2d-ca4f-4447-9b5f-b3142ffc70be
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Last item registration is 7:00 pm. One item per person. (Addit
 ional items may be accepted if time and fixer capacity allows.)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T172754Z
LOCATION:LAMP Community Health Centre – 185 Fifth St\, Etobicoke\, ON M8
 V 2Z5\, Canada
URL:https://repaircafetoronto.ca/rc-events/lamp-health-centre-repair-cafe-
 2-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Repair Café Toronto Upcoming Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://repaircafetoronto.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Meal to Keele
DTSTART:20260921T203000Z
DTEND:20260922T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T180138Z
UID:10002816-1790008200-1790020800@www.christchurchstjames.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:A group of guys who bring in a meal to the fellows at the Keel
 e Correction Centre (Keele & Annette) in the Junction once a month. We typ
 ically leave the church at about 4:30 pm to set up for service at 5:30-6:0
 0 pm. \nInterested in helping out? Contact Bruce or Chris Birt or Jeff Coa
 tsworth.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T180138Z
LOCATION:Keele Correctional Centre\, 330 Keele St.\, Toronto\, M6P 2K7
URL:https://www.christchurchstjames.ca/event/meal-to-keele-2/2026-09-21/?u
 tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Christ Church St. James
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.christchurchstjames.ca/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Staind with Seether\, Hoobastank & Hinder
DTSTART:20260921T210000Z
DTEND:20260922T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260912T121014Z
UID:2437@torontogothevents.com
CATEGORIES:music
DESCRIPTION:Alt-metal stalwarts STAIND bring their Break The Cycle 25th An
 niversary Tour to Toronto\, with support from SEETHER\, HOOBASTANK & HINDE
 R.\n\ncost: $72.50 and up at Ticketmster\n\nmore info: Facebook
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T121014Z
LOCATION:RBC Amphitheatre\, 909 Lakeshore Blvd. W.\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada
URL:https://www.torontogothevents.com/events/staind-with-seether-hoobastan
 k-hinder/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Houndstooth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.torontogothevents.com/locations/houndstooth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Alpha
DTSTART:20260921T220000Z
DTEND:20260922T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T180138Z
UID:10003020-1790013600-1790020800@www.christchurchstjames.ca
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T180138Z
LOCATION:CCSJ\, 194 Park Lawn Rd.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M8Y3J1\, Canada
URL:https://www.christchurchstjames.ca/event/alpha/2026-09-21/?utm_source=
 caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Christ Church St. James
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.christchurchstjames.ca/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Infinity
DTSTART:20260921T220000Z
DTEND:20260922T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T131022Z
UID:748vp4oaagcl3s488p0b3ubrp5@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:https://www.theswordandboardtoronto.com/products/infinity-even
 t-registration
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T131022Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:S&B Event Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.theswordandboardtoronto.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Riftbound Nexus Night
DTSTART:20260921T223000Z
DTEND:20260922T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T162645Z
UID:4kgteg4k521d2ds0uccshil086@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T162645Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:S&B Event Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.theswordandboardtoronto.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Yom Kippur: Family Neilah Service
DTSTART:20260921T223000Z
DTEND:20260921T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T172336Z
UID:10019780-1790015400-1790019000@holyblossom.org
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Yom Kippur: Family Neilah Service\nMonday\, September 21\, 6:3
 0 pm \nJoin us for a meaningful close to Yom Kippur designed for all ages.
  Through song\, prayer\, and reflection\, families come together to experi
 ence the power of community\, honour the day’s themes of forgiveness and
  renewal\, and welcome the year ahead with hope and intention.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T172336Z
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/yom-kippur-family-neilah-service-2/?utm_
 source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Blossom Temple
X-SOURCE-URL:https://holyblossom.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Space Club Working Meeting
DTSTART:20260921T230000Z
DTEND:20260922T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260830T003228Z
UID:huqit55j8nfj5fpk1r3q99d1l6_R20250707T230000@google.com
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:hacklab members: Eric Boyd\, Paul Tabashov.  At least one oth
 er space club person\, sometimes more.\n\nJoin with Google Meet: https://m
 eet.google.com/trb-uhjz-cnc\n\nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.g
 oogle.com/a/users/answer/9282720
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T003228Z
LOCATION:HackLab.TO\n1677 St Clair Ave W\, Toronto ON M6N 1H9\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:HackLabTO
X-SOURCE-URL:https://hacklab.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:LaPlegua
DTSTART:20260921T230000Z
DTEND:20260922T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260913T061037Z
UID:3282@torontogothevents.com
CATEGORIES:music
DESCRIPTION:ANDY LAPLEGUA presents a special performance of tracks from hi
 s 25 year history as the face and voice of industrial/EBM projects COMBICH
 RIST\, ICON OF COIL and PANZER AG.\n\ncost: $31.50 at Eventbrite\n\nmore i
 nfo: Facebook
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061037Z
LOCATION:The Dance Cave\, 529 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada
URL:https://www.torontogothevents.com/events/laplegua/?utm_source=caldisco
 very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Houndstooth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.torontogothevents.com/locations/houndstooth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Beaches Mental Wellness Group
DTSTART:20260921T231500Z
DTEND:20260922T011500Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T170426Z
UID:53151-1790018100-1790018100@beachmetro.com
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Beaches Mental Wellness Group meets each Monday at East End Un
 ited Church\, and each Tuesday at Centre 55. Info: www.mentalwellness.help
 . Or join us most nights of the week on Zoom. Go to: https://www.meetup.c
 om. Ask to join us: Mental Wellness Peer-to-Peer Support-Groups.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T170426Z
LOCATION:East End United Church\, 310 Danforth Ave.\, Toronto\, Canada
URL:https://beachmetro.com/event/beaches-mental-wellness-group-90/?utm_sou
 rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Beach Metro Community News
X-SOURCE-URL:https://beachmetro.com/2023/12/08/a-very-merry-market-hosted-
 by-the-toronto-flea-set-for-jimmie-simpson-rec-centre-this-weekend
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter with Panic Shack
DTSTART:20260921T233000Z
DTEND:20260922T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260913T061037Z
UID:847@torontogothevents.com
CATEGORIES:music
DESCRIPTION:The legendary SEX PISTOLS (Steve Jones\, Paul Cook\, Glen Matl
 ock) with vocalist FRANK CARTER bring their 50th anniversary tour to Toron
 to\, with support from PANIC SHACK.\n\nNOTE: This show was originally sche
 duled for October 1st 2025 and was postponed due to injury. Tickets purcha
 sed for the original date will be valid for this new date.\n\ncost: $95.90
  and up at Ticketmaster\n\nmore info: Facebook
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061037Z
LOCATION:History\, 1663 Queen St. E.\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada
URL:https://www.torontogothevents.com/events/sex-pistols-featuring-frank-c
 arter/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Houndstooth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.torontogothevents.com/locations/houndstooth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Centring Prayer
DTSTART:20260922T000000Z
DTEND:20260922T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T123821Z
UID:535-22816634@metunited.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Based on the work of Abbot Thomas Keating\, Thomas Merton and 
 others\, Centring Prayer is a method of Christian meditation that places a
  strong emphasis on interior silence and the centring of oneself on the pr
 esence of God. Our gatherings will be very simple: a time of grounding and
  then an extended period of silence to open our hearts and minds to God.\n
 The Zoom sessions are led by Leah Darke and former Jesuit priest\, Tchawba
 w Cabafi.\nIf you would like to participate\, please email centringprayer
 @metunited.ca.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T123821Z
URL:https://www.metunited.org/events/centring-prayer--535/2026-09-21?utm_s
 ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=toronto-on
X-SOURCE-NAME:Metropolitan United Church
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.metunited.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR