* . *
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Contact
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Earth-News
  • Home
  • Business
  • Entertainment
    ITV Studios Launches New Entertainment Label – Global Bulletin – IMDb

    ITV Studios Unveils Exciting New Entertainment Label

    TS Entertainment bringing Malibu Jack’s to former Owensboro mall – Lane Report

    TS Entertainment Launches Malibu Jack’s at Former Owensboro Mall Location

    Jenny Han Dropped a Major ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Easter Egg Revealing [SPOILER] – yahoo.com

    Jenny Han Just Unveiled a Huge ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Easter Egg That Changes Everything [SPOILER]

    Liam Payne’s Cousin Ross Harris Honors Late Singer With Emotional Song ‘Bones’ – yahoo.com

    Liam Payne’s Cousin Ross Harris Honors Late Singer with Emotional New Song ‘Bones

    Country music star apologizes after drunken show ends with cops taking him down: ‘I’m not OK’ – PennLive.com

    Country Music Star Apologizes After Drunken Show Ends in Police Intervention: ‘I’m Not OK

    Comanche Nation Entertainment closes casino near Devol – KSWO 7News

    Comanche Nation Entertainment Closes Casino Near Devol in Surprising Move

  • General
  • Health
  • News

    Cracking the Code: Why China’s Economic Challenges Aren’t Shaking Markets, Unlike America’s” – Bloomberg

    Trump’s Narrow Window to Spread the Truth About Harris

    Trump’s Narrow Window to Spread the Truth About Harris

    Israel-Gaza war live updates: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, group says

    Israel-Gaza war live updates: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, group says

    PAP Boss to Niger Delta Youths, Stay Away from the Protest

    PAP Boss to Niger Delta Youths, Stay Away from the Protest

    Court Restricts Protests In Lagos To Freedom, Peace Park

    Court Restricts Protests In Lagos To Freedom, Peace Park

    Fans React to Jazz Jennings’ Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

    Fans React to Jazz Jennings’ Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

    Trending Tags

    • Trump Inauguration
    • United Stated
    • White House
    • Market Stories
    • Election Results
  • Science
  • Sports
  • Technology
    Monkey Island LNG Picks ConocoPhillips’ Liquefaction Technology – Hart Energy

    Monkey Island LNG Selects ConocoPhillips’ Advanced Liquefaction Technology for Next-Gen Energy Solutions

    Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd. (CRDO) Surpasses Q1 Earnings and Revenue Estimates – Yahoo Finance

    Credo Technology Group Surpasses Q1 Earnings and Revenue Expectations

    The Economist is hiring a science and technology correspondent – The Economist

    Exciting Opportunity: Become Our Next Science and Technology Correspondent!

    Blockchain lender Figure Technology seeks to raise up to $526M in IPO (FIGR:Pending) – Seeking Alpha

    Blockchain Lender Figure Technology Sets Sights on $526M in Thrilling IPO Launch

    New Technology from Ramsey Theory Group Brings Diagnostic Testing and Telehealth Directly into Patients’ Homes – Yahoo Finance

    Revolutionary Ramsey Theory Technology Delivers Diagnostic Testing and Telehealth Right to Your Doorstep

    China’s CATL sells stake in Finnish subcontract car manufacturer – Reuters

    China’s CATL Sells Stake in Finnish Auto Supplier in Strategic Move

    Trending Tags

    • Nintendo Switch
    • CES 2017
    • Playstation 4 Pro
    • Mark Zuckerberg
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Business
  • Entertainment
    ITV Studios Launches New Entertainment Label – Global Bulletin – IMDb

    ITV Studios Unveils Exciting New Entertainment Label

    TS Entertainment bringing Malibu Jack’s to former Owensboro mall – Lane Report

    TS Entertainment Launches Malibu Jack’s at Former Owensboro Mall Location

    Jenny Han Dropped a Major ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Easter Egg Revealing [SPOILER] – yahoo.com

    Jenny Han Just Unveiled a Huge ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Easter Egg That Changes Everything [SPOILER]

    Liam Payne’s Cousin Ross Harris Honors Late Singer With Emotional Song ‘Bones’ – yahoo.com

    Liam Payne’s Cousin Ross Harris Honors Late Singer with Emotional New Song ‘Bones

    Country music star apologizes after drunken show ends with cops taking him down: ‘I’m not OK’ – PennLive.com

    Country Music Star Apologizes After Drunken Show Ends in Police Intervention: ‘I’m Not OK

    Comanche Nation Entertainment closes casino near Devol – KSWO 7News

    Comanche Nation Entertainment Closes Casino Near Devol in Surprising Move

  • General
  • Health
  • News

    Cracking the Code: Why China’s Economic Challenges Aren’t Shaking Markets, Unlike America’s” – Bloomberg

    Trump’s Narrow Window to Spread the Truth About Harris

    Trump’s Narrow Window to Spread the Truth About Harris

    Israel-Gaza war live updates: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, group says

    Israel-Gaza war live updates: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, group says

    PAP Boss to Niger Delta Youths, Stay Away from the Protest

    PAP Boss to Niger Delta Youths, Stay Away from the Protest

    Court Restricts Protests In Lagos To Freedom, Peace Park

    Court Restricts Protests In Lagos To Freedom, Peace Park

    Fans React to Jazz Jennings’ Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

    Fans React to Jazz Jennings’ Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

    Trending Tags

    • Trump Inauguration
    • United Stated
    • White House
    • Market Stories
    • Election Results
  • Science
  • Sports
  • Technology
    Monkey Island LNG Picks ConocoPhillips’ Liquefaction Technology – Hart Energy

    Monkey Island LNG Selects ConocoPhillips’ Advanced Liquefaction Technology for Next-Gen Energy Solutions

    Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd. (CRDO) Surpasses Q1 Earnings and Revenue Estimates – Yahoo Finance

    Credo Technology Group Surpasses Q1 Earnings and Revenue Expectations

    The Economist is hiring a science and technology correspondent – The Economist

    Exciting Opportunity: Become Our Next Science and Technology Correspondent!

    Blockchain lender Figure Technology seeks to raise up to $526M in IPO (FIGR:Pending) – Seeking Alpha

    Blockchain Lender Figure Technology Sets Sights on $526M in Thrilling IPO Launch

    New Technology from Ramsey Theory Group Brings Diagnostic Testing and Telehealth Directly into Patients’ Homes – Yahoo Finance

    Revolutionary Ramsey Theory Technology Delivers Diagnostic Testing and Telehealth Right to Your Doorstep

    China’s CATL sells stake in Finnish subcontract car manufacturer – Reuters

    China’s CATL Sells Stake in Finnish Auto Supplier in Strategic Move

    Trending Tags

    • Nintendo Switch
    • CES 2017
    • Playstation 4 Pro
    • Mark Zuckerberg
No Result
View All Result
Earth-News
No Result
View All Result
Home Health

Too much, too little: NCC says ski trails are too icy, but Canal not icy enough

January 7, 2024
in Health
Too much, too little: NCC says ski trails are too icy, but Canal not icy enough
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Published Jan 06, 2024  •  Last updated 15 hours ago  •  3 minute read

A person walks along the slushy Rideau CanalLast year was the first time in 53 years the Rideau Canal Skateway did not open. Photo by Jean Levac /Postmedia

The National Capital Commission is struggling with inconsistent ice conditions across the region this weekend. There’s not enough ice for skating on the Rideau Canal, but too much for skiing in Gatineau Park. 

In Ottawa’s core, NCC workers have been experimenting with different strategies to try to build up ice on the Canal in hopes of creating a season of skating during an unseasonably mild winter. But in the hills north of the Ottawa River, the amount of ice on cross-country ski trails in Gatineau Park has forced the closure of the entire network for safety reasons. 

Advertisement 2

This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.

Ottawa Citizen

THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.

Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office.Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account.Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.

SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES

Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.

Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office.Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account.Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.

REGISTER TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES

Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.

Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.

Article content

Article content

“The cross-country ski trail network is temporarily closed due to very icy conditions,” the NCC said Friday on X, formerly Twitter. “Maintenance work will resume with the next accumulation of snow.

“Snow dances encouraged,” the NCC added. 

There might soon be good news for the cross-country ski crowd, though.

Environment Canada on Saturday issued a winter weather travel advisory due to an overnight snowstorm that looked to be headed for Eastern Ontario.

The agency forecast said about 10 centimetres of snow was headed for Ottawa, as well as the Cornwall and Kemptville areas. Up to 15 centimetres of snow was possible in some regions, it added.

Officially, the NCC remains optimistic about the possibility of a skating season even after the frustration of last year. The 2022-23 season marked the first time in the 53-year history of skating on the Canal that the ice failed to achieve the necessary thickness. 

“Preparations for the 54th season of the Rideau Canal Skateway are currently underway, with the help of our contractors and partners, and we look forward to the upcoming season,” NCC spokesperson Sofia Benjelloun wrote in an email.  

Advertisement 3

This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.

Article content

She noted that “various approaches” were being tested in partnership with the civil engineering department from Carleton University.

The four-year partnership, which started during the 2021-22 season, is designed to “identify strategies to adapt our operations to the impacts of climate change,” Benjelloun wrote. “Over a four-year period, data will be collected, and a variety of pilot projects will be explored. The aim is to test potential approaches, such as early ice flooding, that could help build ice faster and ensure an earlier start to the season. We will analyze the data and the results of our pilot projects and remain committed to applying what we learn going forward.”

Skaters can take advantage of good ice conditions on the city’s four free, outdoor, refrigerated ice surfaces: the Rink of Dreams at Ottawa City Hall, the Centrepointe rink at Ben Franklin Place, the Lansdowne Park skating court and the covered Jim Tubman Chevrolet Rink at the Canterbury Recreation Complex, 2185 Arch St.

Also slated to open for free skating on Jan. 13 is the outdoor rink at Rideau Hall. Reservations will no longer be required, and hours are extended. Go online to https://www.gg.ca/en/visit-us/rideau-hall/what-see-and-do/rideau-hall-skating-rink for details. 

Advertisement 4

This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.

Article content

Venturing on rivers, lakes and ponds in the region is not advised. Unlike the City of Halifax, which measures ice thickness on 70 bodies of water in its region, the City of Ottawa does not gauge ice safety. Instead, “The city asks that residents avoid going onto any frozen lakes or rivers as they are not maintained, and ice safety cannot be guaranteed,” said Tracey McGarry, director of complexes, aquatics and specialty services. 

Related Stories

Skaters on Lac Deschênes near Britannia Beach in Ottawa during the holiday break.

How to ice skate safely in the Ottawa region

File: The Rideau Canal Skateway was soggy on Wednesday. It has not been opened for skating this season.

Concerns mount for Canal Skateway opening due to mild winter temperatures

[email protected]

With files from Postmedia staff

Article content

>>> Read full article>>>
Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source : OttawaCitizen – https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/too-much-too-little-ncc-says-ski-trails-are-too-icy-but-canal-not-icy-enough

Tags: healthLittleTrails
Previous Post

After 3 months, IDF says Hamas ‘military framework’ in northern Gaza destroyed

Next Post

No injuries as fire destroys Hawkesbury-area apartment building

Nuclear Fuel: The Art And Science Of The Nuclear Renaissance – The National Interest

Nuclear Fuel: Exploring the Art and Science Behind the Nuclear Renaissance

September 4, 2025

Ramlila Artists Embrace Healthy Lifestyles to Truly Bring Divine Characters to Life

September 4, 2025
Monkey Island LNG Picks ConocoPhillips’ Liquefaction Technology – Hart Energy

Monkey Island LNG Selects ConocoPhillips’ Advanced Liquefaction Technology for Next-Gen Energy Solutions

September 4, 2025
This professor teaches sports betting. Here’s the NFL wager he warns against and why – WDSU

This Professor Uncovers the NFL Bet You Should Steer Clear Of-and Explains Why

September 4, 2025
Argentina vs. Venezuela: 2026 World Cup Qualifier preview, odds, how to watch, time – FOX Sports

Argentina vs. Venezuela: 2026 World Cup Qualifier preview, odds, how to watch, time – FOX Sports

September 4, 2025
A big part of the economy grew faster in August, ISM finds, but not because everything is A-OK – MarketWatch

A Key Sector of the Economy Surged in August-but It’s Not All Smooth Sailing

September 4, 2025
Employers prepare for the highest health benefit cost increase in 15 years – Mercer

Employers prepare for the highest health benefit cost increase in 15 years – Mercer

September 4, 2025
Fox News Politics Newsletter: House votes to formalize Epstein probe – Fox News

Fox News Politics Newsletter: House votes to formalize Epstein probe – Fox News

September 4, 2025
Potential caterpillar mimicry in a tropical hummingbird – Falk – 2025 – Ecology – ESA Journals

Tropical Hummingbird’s Surprising Caterpillar Mimicry Revealed

September 4, 2025
Degrees of Science: Healthy Aging – KWTX

Unlocking the Secrets to Healthy Aging: A Science-Based Guide

September 4, 2025

Categories

Archives

September 2025
MTWTFSS
1234567
891011121314
15161718192021
22232425262728
2930 
« Aug    
Earth-News.info

The Earth News is an independent English-language daily published Website from all around the World News

Browse by Category

  • Business (20,132)
  • Ecology (806)
  • Economy (825)
  • Entertainment (21,704)
  • General (16,856)
  • Health (9,866)
  • Lifestyle (839)
  • News (22,149)
  • People (826)
  • Politics (832)
  • Science (16,036)
  • Sports (21,324)
  • Technology (15,806)
  • World (806)

Recent News

Nuclear Fuel: The Art And Science Of The Nuclear Renaissance – The National Interest

Nuclear Fuel: Exploring the Art and Science Behind the Nuclear Renaissance

September 4, 2025

Ramlila Artists Embrace Healthy Lifestyles to Truly Bring Divine Characters to Life

September 4, 2025
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Contact

© 2023 earth-news.info

No Result
View All Result

© 2023 earth-news.info

No Result
View All Result

© 2023 earth-news.info

Go to mobile version