Arena and Skating

Hockey stick handling a puck on the ice

The Municipality of Port Hope operates an indoor skating rink at the Jack Burger Sports Complex. We also maintain the outdoor skating rink at Caroline Street. The indoor skating arena is available for public use and rentals.

Arena Schedule

The arena schedule changes on a regular basis. Please ensure you check back regularly for changes or cancellations. View our Recreation Schedules page for up-to-date drop in schedules.

We highly recommend CSA approved helmets for all participants using the ice surface. CSA approved helmets are mandatory for all Stick and Puck participants, a helmet with a full face shield is mandatory for everyone under 18 years old. Shoes are not permitted on the ice, all participants must wear skates. Only approved skate aids are permitted. Sleds, strollers, and chairs are not permitted on the ice. Sports equipment is not permitted on the ice during Public Skate or Adult and Senior Lunch Skate.

Skating Schedule: August 26 to 30, 2024

Here is the skating schedule for the week of August 26 to 30th:

Adult and Older Adult Skate

Great opportunity for some exercise over the lunch hour. CSA approved helment is highly recommended.
Ages: 18 years and up.

Monday: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.
Tuesday: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.
Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.
Thursday: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.
Friday: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.

Public Skate

Skating opportunity for all ages where participants can enjoy a leisurely skate around the ice surface.
Children 9 years of age or younger, they must be accompanied by a caregiver age 14 years of age or older.
CSA approved helment is highly recommended.

Ages: All Ages.

Monday: 1:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.
Tuesday: 1:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.
Wednesday: 1:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.
Thursday: 1:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.
Friday: 1:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

All Ages Stick and Puck

This is an opportunity for families to practice their hockey skills and enjoy participant led pick up hockey games.

CSA approved helmets are mandatory for all Stick and Puck participants, a helmet with a full face shield is mandatory for everyone under 18 years old.

Ages: Open to all ages, children 9 years and younger must be accompanied by a parent either on the ice or in the arena.

Monday: 3:30 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.
Tuesday: 3:30 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:30 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.
Thursday: 3:30 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.

All Ages Stick and Puck is cancelled on Friday, August 30, we apologize for any inconveniences.

Skating Schedule: September 3 to November 10, 2024

Here is the skating schedule for the fall:

Public Skate

Skating opportunity for all ages where participants can enjoy a leisurely skate around the ice surface. Children 9 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a caregiver ages 14 years or older. CSA approved helment is highly recommended.

Ages: All Ages.

Sundays: 1:00 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.
Tuesdays: 3:30 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.
Fridays: 1:00 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.

Cancelations: Friday, October 25, 2024

Adult and Older Adult Lunchtime Skate

Great opportunity for some exercise over the lunch hour. CSA approved helment is highly recommended.
Ages: 18 years and up.

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.
Tuesdays: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.
Thursdays: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.
Fridays: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.

Cancelations: Monday, October 14, 2024, Friday, October 25, 2024

Adult and Older Adult Stick and Puck

An opportunity for adults and seniors to practice their stick and puck skills through participant led pick up hockey games. CSA approved helmet is highly recommended.

Ages: 18 years and up.

Tuesdays: 11:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.
Thursdays: 11:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.

All Ages Stick and Puck

This is an opportunity for families to practice their hockey skills and enjoy participant led pick up hockey games.

CSA approved helmets are mandatory for all Stick and Puck participants, a helmet with a full face shield is mandatory for everyone under 18 years old.

Ages: Open to all ages, children 9 years and younger must be accompanied by a parent either on the ice or in the arena.

Mondays: 3:00 p.m. to 3:50 p.m.
Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.
Fridays: 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m., 2:30 p.m. to 3:50 p.m.

Cancelations: Monday, October 14, 2024, Friday, October 25, 2024

Youth Stick and Puck

An opportunity for participants to practice stick and puck skills or participate in a pick up game of hockey. CSA approved helmets are mandatory for all Stick and Puck participants, a helmet with a full face shield is mandatory for everyone under 18 years old.
Ages: 13 to 17 years.

Wednesdays: 3:00 p.m. to 3:50 p.m.
Thursdays: 3:00 p.m. to 3:50 p.m.

PA Day Skating Schedule: Friday, September 12, 2024

Here is the skating schedule for the PA Days on Friday, September 12, 2024, and Friday, November 1, 2024:

Parent and Child Stick and Puck: 9:00 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. (Children 9 years and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years and older)
All Ages Stick and Puck: 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.
Adult Lunch Skate: 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.
Public Skate: 1:00 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.
All Ages Stick and Puck: 2:30 p.m. to 3:50 p.m.

Skating drop-in fees

Drop In Skating Fee - Public Skating
Age Category	2024 Fees (taxes included and rounded to the nearest quarter)
Adult	$5.00
Senior	$3.25
Child/Youth	$3.25
Family (Total five people, maximum two adults)	$11.50

Drop In Skating Fee - Adult Lunch Time Skate
Age Category	2024 Fees (taxes included and rounded to the nearest quarter)
Adult	$5.00
Senior	$3.25

Drop In Skating Fee - Shinny
Age Category	2024 Fees (taxes included and rounded to the nearest quarter)
Adult	$6.50
Senior	$4.25
Child/Youth	$4.25
Family (Total five people, maximum two adults)	17.25
Fees based on age for all shinny programs including family

Skate Sharpening Fees
Service	2023 Fees (taxes included and rounded to the nearest quarter)
Single Skate Sharpening	$6.75 a pair

Jack Burger Sports Complex

The Jack Burger Sports Complex was constructed in 1978 and was renovated to the exciting structure it is now in 2015.

Visit the Jack Burger Complex

Caroline Street Rink

The Municipality of Port Hope’s outdoor ice rink is a natural ice surface. Located on Caroline Street, lights are available when the rink is open.

Visit the Caroline Street Rink

Skating Related Events

Find skating related events for the whole family on our events calendar.

Find skating related events

Rink and Ice Rentals

Book time for extra practices, company gatherings, birthday parties, and more.

Find rink and ice rentals

General admission info

Learn more about our admission standards.

Admission standards

Our admission standards are in place for your safety and enjoyment. We will uphold our supervision and ratio requirements. A caregiver must be at least 14 years of age and is responsible for the children in their care while in the facility.

Ages 9 years and under

For children 9 years of age or younger, they must be accompanied by a caregiver age 14 years of age or older while in our facilities.

10 to 13 years old. No supervision required.

For children 10 to 13 years of age there is no supervision required. Exception during Family Skates, all children 14 and under are to be accompanied by a caregiver 18 years of age or older.

What to wear

We highly recommend CSA approved helmets for all participants using the ice surface.

CSA approved helmets are mandatory for all Stick and Puck participants, a helmet with a full face shield is mandatory for everyone under 18 years old.

Shoes are not permitted on the ice, all participants must wear skates.

Only approved skate aids are permitted. Sleds, strollers, and chairs are not permitted on the ice.

Sports equipment is not permitted on the ice during Public Skate or Adult and Senior Lunch Skate.

Terms

Caregiver

Must be at least 14 years of age and are responsible for the children in their care while in the facility.

Always accompanied

Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 14 years old and is responsible for direct supervision. Caregiver must be in appropriate clothing for the activity.