The Skate Lending Library is over for winter 2022/23.

The Skate Lending Library is a City of Toronto winter sport initiative, in partnership with Desjardins Financial Group, to support and engage children, youth, families and adults in skating across Toronto. You’ll find the mobile lending library at various locations across the city, providing access to skates, helmets and skating aids so all Toronto residents can try this Canadian winter past time.

The Skate Lending Library van visited outdoor ice rink locations throughout winter 2022/23. The winter 2022/23 season is over.

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:

  • Skates
  • Helmets
  • Skating aids

Helmets are encouraged for all skaters.

Equipment will be sanitized between use.

The Skate Lending Library is graciously offered by Desjardins Financial Group.

Green Desjardins logo with hexagon on left side.