Modern Mississauga and the City of Mississauga have come together to present an ongoing series called “Ask the City.” We’ll share relevant information here and answer your questions about our city.

Today’s question is about skating on ponds, lakes, rivers and creeks.

Can I skate on a lake, river, pond or creek in Mississauga?

You should not skate on the ice of a frozen ponds, lakes, rivers or creeks in Mississauga.
Frozen bodies of water are unsafe for walking, skating or other winter activities. Many lakes, ponds, rivers and creeks have deep water, weak ice and constantly changing water levels – putting you at risk of falling through the ice. 

The City of Mississauga Parks By-law prohibits people from going on snow or ice-covered ponds, lakes, streams, rivers and other bodies of water in City parks that are not maintained for the safety of the community. If you see someone venturing on any City-owned bodies of water (E.g. Osprey Marsh, Lake Aquitaine) during the winter, notify the City by calling 311 (905-615-4311 outside of City limits). The City will dispatch an enforcement officer to come to the site to seek compliance through education, but will take enforcement action if required. In an emergency, call 911.

If you’d like to skate in Mississauga, you can visit three City-operated rinks or one of 37 natural ice rinks in neighbourhood parks. Find a natural ice rink near you by viewing the City’s interactive map. 

When skating outdoors, it’s important to have fun in a safe manner. Remember to continue practising public health measures including:

• Staying a safe distance of two metres (six feet) from others

• Wearing a face covering

• Staying home if you are feeling ill and getting tested if you have symptoms of COVID-19

If visiting a City-operated rink, please register at activemississauga.ca. You do not need to register to use a natural ice rink.

If you’ve got a question about the City, we want to hear from you! 
Please send your questions to info@modernmississauga.com with “Ask the City” in the subject line.