The City of Grande Prairie and KMSC Law have announced they are holding two free public skates at Design Works Centre in January and March.
On January 28th and March 3rd from 2:15 to 3:30 p.m. residents are encouraged to lace up for a free afternoon of skating to celebrate the Alberta Winter Games coming to the city in February.
Design Works Centre is set to serve as one of the main venues for the games and Grande Prairie Mayor Jackie Clayton says the free skate in January is meant to encourage community involvement in the AWG.
“As we gear up for the 2024 Alberta Winter Games, these skates not only showcase our vibrant city but also serve as a rallying call for community involvement,” she says.
The city says the January skate will serve as a networking opportunity for interested individuals to find volunteer opportunities ahead of the games and AWG staff will be in attendance to inform skaters about volunteering options.
According to the city, the second skate will serve as an opportunity to say thank you to the community and volunteers.
Both skates include free skate and helmet rentals while supplies last and skating times are available on a “first-come, first-served” basis.
