Advisory
February 16, 2026
The full length of the Rideau Canal Skateway will temporarily close tonight, Monday, February 16, at 10 p.m. The recent and upcoming warmer temperatures and several sunny days have impacted the ice surface. This measure is a precaution that will help preserve the Skateway and give our teams the opportunity to smooth the ice once conditions improve. We will reopen the Rideau Canal Skateway to the public as soon as possible.
The Rideau Canal Skateway has been open for 41 days since December 31st, 2025. To date, we’ve welcomed more than 785,000 visits, including approximately 141,000 visits this past weekend.
We thank everyone for their collaboration and look forward to seeing you on the Skateway soon.
LINKS
- The Rideau Canal Skateway: World’s Largest Skating Rink
- How we create the world’s largest skating rink
- National Capital Commission
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