Full length of Rideau Canal Skateway open

By News Staff

Posted Jan 18, 2017 10:48:50 AM.

This article is more than 5 years old.

OTTAWA – The Rideau Canal Skateway is open.

The entire 7.8km is open, though conditions are poor due to snow cover.

Last year, the skateway was only open for 18 days, making it the shortest skating season ever.

Click here for canal conditions from the National Capital Commission.

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