Public Skating

Pre-registration is recommended as there will be a limited number of people allowed on the ice.

Individuals can pre-register in the following ways:

• Through our Online System (Pembroke.ca/Booking),
• By calling the Parks & Recreation Department at 613-735-6821 ext.1501
• In-person at the Parks & Recreation office in the Pembroke Memorial Centre (393 Pembroke St. W.).

Pre-registration will begin at 9 a.m. on the Monday two weeks before the scheduled skate and will close at 12 p.m. on the Friday prior to the event.

Please note that skating passes cannot be used to preregister.

• Preexisting Public Skating rules apply.
• During Sensory Friendly Skates, all skaters require 1:1 support and/or family on the ice.
  • Everyone on the ice, including those assisting participants, must wear skates.

• Both manual and powered wheelchairs are welcome on the ice during leisure skate times. Check in with on-site staff to learn how to access the ice.
  • Help us keep the ice clean and safe. If you are using a wheelchair, sledge, or approved skate aid, please ensure they do not track salt or dirt onto the ice surface.
• The goal of Sensory Friendly Skates is to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all participants. Individuals whose actions/behaviours compromise this environment may, at the discretion of staff, be required to leave and may be prohibited from attending future Sensory Friendly Skates.
• Additional accommodations can be requested by reaching out to recreation@pembroke.ca. We will do our best to accommodate your requests but cannot make any guarantees.

• No loud music, buzzers or unnecessary whistle blowing will be allowed. Skating Attendants may blow their whistles in an urgent or dangerous situation.
• Everyone will be encouraged to maintain soft voices. Please note that we cannot guarantee that every participant will maintain a soft voice. 
• No rough play, or foreign equipment will be allowed on the ice (ie. Hockey sticks, sensory toys, chairs)
• Sensory blocking headphones/earpieces/sunglasses will be allowed on the ice at the individuals own risk. They must stay on the individual at all times. If an individual is wearing sensory blocking accessories, their support person/family member must skate beside them at all times.
• Strollers are only permitted on the ice during Parents and Tot’s skates.

The fees for Sensory Skates will remain the same as those for Public Skates.

Please refer to the User Fee By-Law (Pembroke.ca/ByLaws) or below for up-to-date information.

There will be no charge for a support person.

A support person is defined as:

• A Respite Worker
• A Direct Support Worker
• Or a trusted family member or friend over 16

A support person must be actively engaged on the ice and present throughout the visit. No documentation or proof is required, but participants are asked to notify staff upon arrival in case of emergency.

Participants will focus on three core areas of development: balance, control, and agility. Skills covered include body control, stopping, gliding, backward skating, proper push technique, and more. Each class will feature a mix of group instruction, skill circuits, breakout groups, and practice time. Please note that young children must be supervised on the ice by a parent.

Two free sessions will be offered during the 2025/2026 skating season:

• October 5, 2025 | 2:00–3:30 p.m.
• January 4, 2026 | 10:00–11:00 a.m.

Although there is no cost to participate, space is limited. Pre-registration is strongly recommended through the City’s online booking system at Pembroke.ca/Booking.

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