Where to go skating in Winnipeg this weekend [Video]

Winnipeggers looking to lace up their skates this season can head to The Forks and hit the ice at the canopy rink.

The outdoor rink opened to the public Saturday after days of sub-zero temperatures. It’s the first winter attraction open at The Forks so far.

“The team worked quite hard to obviously flood and pour layers on and ‘grow that ice’ as we say, and it’s ready now for skating,” said The Forks’ Zach Peters.

Skate rentals are available at The Forks, though people can also bring their own equipment.

“If the temperature suddenly rises, it’ll cause issues, but right now, forecast looks great, and we’re excited to have something for people to skate on,” Peters said.

Last season, warm temperatures wreaked havoc on winter activities, including the Nestawaya River Trail. The trail was only open for nine days before it was forced to shut down.

This year, Peters …