The City of Toronto’s Skate Lending Library, in partnership with Desjardins Financial Group, brings free ice skates and helmet rentals to outdoor rinks in Toronto. Whether you’re taking your first glide on the ice or a seasoned professional, we’re aiming to make skating accessible to all. Check the schedule on this page and let’s lace up together for some winter fun.
Skate Lending Library locations also have skate aids for use that help with balancing on the ice while learning how to skate.
The Skate Lending Library van will visit ice rink locations starting November 21, 2025.
Dates and times are subject to change based on rink availability.
| Date | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, March 14 | Gord and Irene Risk Arena
2650 Finch Ave W |
3:30 to 5:30 p.m. |
| Sunday, March 15 | Pine Point Arena
15 Grierson Rd |
1:45 to 3:45 p.m. |
| Monday, March 16 | Regent Park Athletic Grounds outdoor artificial ice rink
480 Shuter St |
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
| Friday, March 20 | Centennial Recreation Centre - Scarborough
1967 Ellesmere Rd |
4 to 8 p.m. |
| Saturday, March 21 | Gord and Irene Risk Arena
2650 Finch Ave W |
12 to 6 p.m. |
| Sunday, March 22 | Pine Point Arena
15 Grierson Rd |
1:45 to 3:45 p.m. |
The Skate Lending Library is free for all ages and requires no prior reservation. Check the schedule on this page, look out for a Skate Lending Library van and get laced up!
Equipment includes:
Helmets are encouraged for all skaters.
Equipment will be sanitized between use.
The Skate Lending Library is graciously offered by Desjardins Financial Group.
