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The Canadian capital's iconic Rideau Canal Skateway -- the largest outdoor rink in the world and a UNESCO heritage site -- may not open this winter for the
Since 1971, the latest the Rideau Canal had ever opened to skaters was February 2. This winter, the weather may not be cold enough for skating to happen at all.
An Environment Canada meteorologist is warning skaters eagerly awaiting the opening of the Rideau Canal that they might have to get their fix elsewhere this winter.
The National Capital Commission says it's unlikely the renowned Ottawa tourist attraction will be able to open for the first of three Winterlude weekends.
Ottawa's Rideau Canal Skateway has yet to open this year, and it's not clear when skaters will be welcomed to the world's largest skating rink.