Each winter, the NCC transforms the RideauCanal into the world’s largest skating rink, a signature destination that brings joy to skaters of all ages. As climate change threatens one of Canada’s most iconic winter experiences, the NCC is rethinking how to keep the RideauCanal Skateway open for generations to come. 

In this episode, we go behind the scenes, exploring the Skateway’s history, the ice-making process, the growing challenges, and the creative solutions implemented so far.

Can innovation and adaptation keep this belovedtradition alive? Tune in to find out.

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• Capital Stories – Preserving the Rideau Canal Skateway

• ⁠Histoires de la capitale – Préserver la patinoire du canal Rideau