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Community Outdoor Ice Rinks
Support for community outdoor ice rink projects
Latest source updateLast Update: June 14, 2026Latest change: The page now shows the Community Outdoor Ice Rinks program, including who can apply, how to apply, and the 2025/2026 dates.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 14, 2026
Latest change: The page now shows the Community Outdoor Ice Rinks program, including who can apply, how to apply, and the 2025/2026 dates.
Community Outdoor Ice Rinks now visible
The page now shows the Community Outdoor Ice Rinks program for volunteer groups in the City of St. Catharines, with applications open from Oct 1 to Oct 31, 2025 and the rink season running from Dec. 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. It also now states that the City may support up to six rink locations and provide grants of up to $1,000 per rink, with permit fees waived for community outdoor ice rinks. The visible requirements now include a total of five volunteers, a Principal Volunteer Contact, City property locations that meet the listed site criteria, and volunteer responsibilities such as building, operating, maintaining, reporting, and attending a mandatory orientation session. The page also now provides the application email outdooricerinks@stcatharines.ca and the Apply Now portal link.
Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
October 31, 2025
Opened October 1, 2025
Location
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Community groups can receive up to $1,000 per rink to build, operate, and maintain outdoor ice rinks in St. Catharines. The program supports volunteer-led rink projects, including training, signage, and reporting requirements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- St. Catharines
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Building a community outdoor ice rink.
- Operating and maintaining the rink during the winter season.
- Providing public skating access at City parks.
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form.
- Contact information for five volunteers.
- Principal Volunteer Contact details.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Volunteer community groups.
Who is not eligible
- Groups that do not allow free and equal public access.
Eligible expenses
- Materials and equipment needed to build, operate, and maintain the rink, including boards, tarps, shovels, scrapers, and water.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Selling food and drinks at the ice rink.
- City storage of rink materials.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of St. Catharines.
Selection criteria
- Reasonably flat surface.
- Sufficient lighting.
- Access for emergency vehicles.
- Adequate parking.
How to apply
- Step 1: Check application period
- Apply only when applications are open.
- Step 2: Complete the online application
- Submit the form online.
- Include five volunteers and their contact information.
- Identify a Principal Volunteer Contact.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the application period closes.
- Successful applicants are notified two weeks after the application period ends.
- Approved groups must attend volunteer training and orientation.
- City permits are required for activities on City property.
Additional information
- The City supports up to six rink locations.
- Permit fees are waived for community outdoor ice rinks.
- Successful applicants are notified two weeks after the application period ends.
- The season runs from December 1 to March 31.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Outdoor Ice Rinks Program
What is the Community Outdoor Ice Rinks?
Community groups can receive up to $1,000 per rink to build, operate, and maintain outdoor ice rinks in St. Catharines. The program supports volunteer-led rink projects, including training, signage, and reporting requirements.
How much funding can be received?
Community Outdoor Ice Rinks Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 31, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Community Outdoor Ice Rinks program?
To be eligible for the Community Outdoor Ice Rinks program, you must:
Volunteer groups only.
City property required.
Free public access required.
What expenses are eligible under Community Outdoor Ice Rinks?
Building a community outdoor ice rink.
Operating and maintaining the rink during the winter season.
Providing public skating access at City parks.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Outdoor Ice Rinks?
You can contact City of St. Catharines by email at outdooricerinks@stcatharines.ca.
Where is the Community Outdoor Ice Rinks available?
The Community Outdoor Ice Rinks program is available the province of Ontario.