West End Rink

COVID-19 update

Topics: Proof of vaccination, masks, and programming

Last updated: September 27, 2021

Proof of vaccination

The BC vaccine card is the only accepted form of proof of vaccination. Paper immunization records received at vaccine appointments are no longer accepted as proof of vaccination. Participants will be required to show the digital or printed version of the vaccine card QR code.

Get your BC vaccine card

Proof of vaccination is required to participate in some programs and events. Entry into recreation centres does not require proof of vaccination, but will be required for some programs and activities. Come prepared with your BC vaccine card and government-issued photo ID.

Learn about venues, programs, and events that require proof of vaccination (46 KB)

Masks

Masks are mandatory in our facilities at all times with the exception of those under the age of 5. If you do not have a mask, one will be provided at the front desk.

Programming

Ice rinks are open. Public skating sessions and skating lessons are available. Find an ice rink near you

Online registration for public skating sessions is not required. Skaters may drop in on a first-come, first-serve basis. Drop-in sessions such as Stick & Puck, Public Hockey, Drop-in Figure Skating, and Sledge Hockey will still require advanced online registration.

West End Rink — located on Denman Street in downtown Vancouver — is part of the West End Community Centre.

The ice rink is open from October to March with public skating programs and skate lessons for all ages and abilities. You can rent skates during public skate and lesson times.

Location and contact info

Find and contact the West End Rink. See a map of our location.

Rink fees and passes

Find the admission and skate rental fees for ice rinks in Vancouver and information about multi-visit and monthly passes.

West End Rink amenities

Ice surface: 147 feet x 74 feet
Seating: 30
Ice: October to March
Dry floor: April to August

Accessibility:

Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchairs are welcome during public skating sessions. Participants must wear helmets. The person pushing the wheelchair must wear skates.

Passes accepted:

Leisure Access Program (LAP)
Flexipass

Helmet policy for skating activities

Anyone participating in skating classes, lessons, and programs must wear a CSA-certified hockey or snowboard helmet. You are also encouraged to wear a helmet at public skate times. Rinks have a limited number of helmets free-of-charge to registered program participants. Cycling helmets are not permitted.

Receive a discount when you buy a helmet

Bring your current Park Board skate lesson registration receipt to these retailers to receive:

15% off CSA-certified helmets at Cyclone Taylor Sports in Vancouver
20% off a CSA-certified Bauer 2100 helmet at Scoff's Hockey Shop in Burnaby

Find out more about our community centre

West End

Amenities include a dance studio, pottery studio, fitness centre, indoor cycling, ice rink, racquetball/squash courts, and teen/youth centre. The West End Community Centre is affiliated with Barclay Manor and is located at 870 Denman St, Vancouver, BC. 604-257-8333.