Vaughan opens NEW outdoor skating trail

Feb. 2, 2023 10:30 a.m.
City of Vaughan
​Join us for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Sports Village on Feb. 6 

 

There is nothing quite like skating on an outdoor rink with family and friends on a winter day. In addition to Vaughan’s four outdoor rinks, the City has built a new skating trail at Sports Village (2600 Rutherford Rd.) that is now ready for everyone to enjoy. The project was granted funding through the Government of Canada’s Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) and is among five applications the City was awarded in 2022. 

To celebrate the opening of this exciting new winter destination, Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m., weather permitting. Free hot chocolate will be available following the official remarks. 

The City is committed to providing recreational opportunities and amenities for residents, and this new outdoor skating trail amenity – which will be free to use – will provide another option for people to stay active throughout the winter.

QUOTES 

“It might be chilly outside, but Vaughan’s new skate trail will warm you right up! The City of Vaughan has built a new skating trail at Sports Village for everyone to enjoy, so grab your skates and take part in this unique winter experience with family and friends. The City is committed to the well-being of residents and will continue to support and promote events and experiences that encourage active, safe and diverse communities. Get outside this winter and explore all the fun that Vaughan has to offer.”
- Mayor Steven Del Duca  

“Vaughan residents now have access to a new and modern recreational facility. This new skate trail at Sports Village is one of many vital infrastructure investments that our federal government is making to improve the wellbeing and development of our community. Delivering for you is my priority. That is why I am working with all levels of government to ensure Vaughan families, seniors, children and visitors can stay active, connected and safe now and for years to come.”
- Francesco Sorbara, Member of Parliament for Vaughan—Woodbridge, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities 

“I continue to support and deliver provincial investments to our community to improve and expand recreational facilities for families and youth in Vaughan. By working with all levels of government, we were able to complete and now open the new skating trail at Sports Village that will encourage families and seniors to get outdoors, stay healthy through physical activity, and enjoy our natural heritage.”
- Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education and Member of Provincial Parliament for King-Vaughan  

“Building new recreational infrastructure is critical to creating healthy spaces for communities to come together. Sports Village will provide families and residents in Vaughan with more access to outdoor recreation that will help them stay active and healthy during the winter months. Our government will continue working collaboratively with our federal and municipal partners to build key infrastructure today, and for future generations.” 
- Kinga Surma, Ontario Minister of Infrastructure 

“The City of Vaughan’s new skate trail is an opportunity for family and friends to get together for some winter fun. City staff worked hard to make this new attraction available for the 2023 winter season, and I’m so excited for everyone that it’s ready to open. Whether it’s skating or snowshoeing, Vaughan is giving families lots to do this season.”
- Councillor Marilyn Iafrate, Ward 1  

QUICK FACTS

  • The opening and operation of the outdoor skating trail will be weather dependant.
  • A Member’s Resolution was passed in December 2022 to hold an official opening event for the new outdoor skating trail at Sports Village.
  • On Dec. 1, 2022, the City announced it had acquired Sports Village, which includes four NHL-sized ice rinks, five new outdoor beach volleyball courts, a 30,000 square-foot outdoor sports park and more.
  • Sports Village is located at 2600 Rutherford Rd. in Concord.
  • The COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) was created to address the challenges faced by communities as a result of COVID-19.
  • ICIP provides long-term, stable funding delivered by Infrastructure Canada to help communities increase resilience to climate change, build strong and inclusive communities, and ensure Canadians have access to services that improve their quality of life.
  • Vaughan's administration reviewed ICIP criteria to identify and prioritize Council-approved initiatives for consideration. As a result, five projects were submitted and approved for funding. 

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