Arenas and Skating

Our Arenas

Palais des sports – Embrun Arena

Address: 6 Blais Street, Embrun

Phone number (general information): 613-443-2814

Frank Kinnaird – Russell Arena

Address: 1084 Concession Street, Russell

Phone number (general information): 613-445-2050

Free Public Skating and Stick & Puck/Ring

Public skating and stick & puck/ring sessions at the Embrun and Russell arenas are ending for the season on March 31, 2026. Take advantage before the season ends!

Embrun Arena Schedule

Public skating will be cancelled on Tuesday, March 24.

Day of Week	Public Skating	Stick & Puck/Ring
Monday	n/a	3:45 p.m. to 4:35 p.m. (Ages 4-8)
Tuesday	11:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.	n/a
Wednesday	n/a	3:15 p.m. to 4:05 p.m. (Ages 9-12)
Thursday	n/a	n/a
Friday	n/a	3:15 p.m. to 4:05 p.m. (Ages 13+)
Saturday	3:30 p.m. to 4:20 p.m.	n/a
Sunday	1:00 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.	n/a

Russell Arena Schedule

Public skating will be cancelled on March 29.

Day of Week	Public Skating	Stick & Puck/Ring
Monday	n/a	n/a
Tuesday	n/a	3:45 p.m. to 4:35 p.m. (Ages 4-8)
Wednesday	n/a	n/a
Thursday	9:00 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. (Family) 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. (Seniors)	3:30 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. (Ages 13+)
Friday	n/a	3:30 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. (Ages 9-12)
Saturday	4:00 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.	n/a
Sunday	1:00 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.	n/a

Rules

Public Skating Rules

Arrival/departure – 15 minutes prior/after scheduled time.
Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years and older.
All skaters 12 years and under must wear a CSA-certified hockey helmet. We recommend that all skaters wear a helmet.
No skating aid is available.

Remember:

Respect staff at all times.
When you hear the buzzer, please exit the ice in a timely manner.
Immediately report any accidents or injuries to staff.
Only people wearing skates are permitted on the ice surface.
Skate at a safe speed in the same direction as other skaters.
The middle of the ice surface is reserved for children and less confident skaters.
Hockey pucks and sticks are not permitted.
Do not proceed onto the rink until the ice resurfacer is off and the gate is closed.

The following activities are not permitted on the ice. You could be asked to leave the facility if you do them:

Carrying children (including baby carriers)
Using headsets, cell phones or hand-held electronics
Bringing food or drinks on the ice
Rough play and multiplayer games (such as tag and races)
Figure, power and/or speed skating
Foul language or inappropriate behaviour

Wheelchairs, strollers, and skating aids:

Skating aids are permitted during public skating.
Babies must be safely secured in their strollers.
Clean sand and salt off wheels before going on the ice.
CSA-approved helmets are required for wheelchair and stroller occupants over 12 months.
Wheelchairs and strollers should stay in the perimeter of the ice near the boards.

Stick and Puck/Ring Rules

Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
All participants are required to wear a CSA-approved helmet, gloves, and skates.
A full-face shield is required for participants under 19 years old.
Participants must play in the appropriate age group. Anyone suspected of being in the wrong age group will be asked to leave the facility. This is strictly enforced to ensure the safety of all participants.
Inappropriate behavior that compromises the safety of others is not tolerated. All participants must follow staff instructions and respect the facility rules.
Respect the Schedule: Do not enter the ice surface before your indicated session time. Early arrivals disrupt sessions and create safety risks. Operators will provide instructions upon entry.
This session provides an opportunity to practice and develop skating, stick handling, and passing skills in a non-competitive environment.

Ice Rentals

To rent ice time, email the Recreation Coordinator or call 613-443-6367.

Book Ice Time

All fees shown are before taxes.

Prime Time Hourly Rates (weekdays after 5:00 p.m. and weekends after 7:00 a.m.)
Categories	Hourly Rate	Recreation Complex Surcharge	Total
Township Programs/Youth oriented organizations	$159.87	$27	$186.86
Local Junior B Hockey Team	$187.43	$32	$219.43
Adults/Residents	$216.09	$37	$253.09
Non-Residents	$267.91	$46	$313.91
Non-Residents - Youth oriented organization	$213.89	$36	$249.89

Non-Prime Time Hourly Rates (weekdays before 5:00 p.m. and weekends before 7:00 a.m.)
Categories	Hourly Rate	Recreation Complex Surcharge	Total
Any Local Groups	$137.81	$23	$160.81

Last-Minute Rental Special Rate
Categories	Hourly Rate	Recreation Complex Surcharge	Total
Last-Minute Rental Special Rate	$80.33	$12	$92.33

Conditions of the Last-Minute Rental Special Rate:

An individual can make a last-minute reservation within the same day.
The reservation must be made with a responsible employee of the Parks and Recreation Department prior to your arrival.
The entire contract must be paid before going on the ice.
A person aged 18 and over must be present.
Subject to staff and/or ice time availability.