The Canal Has Opened For Skating For The Season
/The Trent Severn Waterway canal is green-flagged (as of February 1st, 2021) by the City of Peterborough as conditions have been deemed safe for skating.
Ice conditions are monitored regularly and posted with a green flag when conditions are safe for skating, and a red flag when conditions are unsafe. Residents are reminded to always follow the flag indicator and all COVID-19 public health guidelines.
Photo courtesy City of Peterborough
During the provincewide Stay at Home Order to reduce the spread of COVID-19, everyone is required to stay home except for essential outings, which includes exercise. When people go out for exercise, they should stay within their own community.
The canal will be for skating only: Sports and games are prohibited on the canal as well as at the outdoor neighbourhood rinks in City parks as part of the provincial regulation. Physical distancing is mandatory and anyone using the canal must remain with members of their own household only.
Photo courtesy Kirtus Evoy
GUIDELINES FOR CANAL AND OUTDOOR RINK USE:
Self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19. Stay home if you are sick.
Maintain physical distancing of at least 2 metres (6 feet) from those outside of your household.
Do not gather in groups more than 5.
Skating only – no sports or games.
Wearing a mask or face covering is recommended.
Downloading the Government of Canada’s COVID Alert app to your phone is encouraged.
All children/dependents must be accompanied by a competent adult/guardian.
Be safe and be respectful of others.
Clean up after yourself.
Wash or sanitize hands before and after visiting.
Use at your own risk.
