Burn Ban in Effect

As of July 15, 2026 until further notice

Due to the air quality as a result of the northwestern wildfire smoke, all open-air burning and fireworks are banned until further notice. This includes campfires, brush burns, burn barrels, chimneys, and agricultural burns.

 

Only exception: Cooking fires in approved campgrounds, allowed from 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. All fires must be fully extinguished after midnight.

 

If you see an open-air fire, call 9-1-1 immediately. 

Learn more here

Pelham Summer Chill

Headed to Pelham Summer Chill? Here's what to know before you go!

Please use designated event parking or utilize the free shuttle service.

Look out for signage for approved parking lots and shuttle stops.

Outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted in Peace Park.

See you Thursday nights in Peace Park! 

Click here for more information.

Arena & Skating

Program changes/cancellations - click here

The Meridian Community Centre is home to two NHL sized rinks and programs and events for all ages and skill levels. Public skating, adult learn to skate, stick and puck, men's shinny, women's shinny, women's learn to play hockey, and more are offered throughout the year.

*Programming schedule subject to change. Please note that all ice programs are subject to a standard 50 minute hour to allow time for a flood.

Beginner Learn to Skate

It's never too late to learn to skate! Learn various skills involving moving forward and backward, gliding, stopping, turning and developing endurance during this instructor-led program 

CSA approved helmet is REQUIRED. Please be advised that we do not loan helmets at this time. This program is 18+.

Upcoming Session: 

July 16-August 20 | 6 weeks | Thursday 3:00-3:50pm | $52.00

Registration for the upcoming session opens on June 17.

Click here to register!

It's never too late to Power Skate!  This program will focus on balance, control and agility skills including components of power and speed. 

*All Participants must be able to skate forwards and backwards* 

18+ | Instructor-led | CSA approved helmet is REQUIRED. 

Please be advised that we do not loan helmets at this time. *Registration is required. 

*This program will take a break for the Summer and resume in the Fall of 2026

Click here to register!

Drop-in fee: $6 per person

Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required for children. Adults are required to wear a helmet, gloves and skates. Please bring own equipment including pucks. 

Spring 2026 Schedule (Starting April 1)

6-13 Stick & Puck
Monday 3:30 - 4:30 pm 

14+ Stick & Puck
Tuesday 4:00 - 5:00 pm

60+ Stick & Puck
Thursday 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 

 Stick & Puck Rules:

  • Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required for children.

  • Adults are required to wear a helmet, gloves and skates.

  • Please bring own equipment including pucks.  

  • Maximum two children per adult
  • Parents or caregivers must be 18 years of age or older and are required to directly supervisor their child on the ice at all times
  • Slap shots and organized games or practices are not permitted
  • Profanity and improper behaviour is not be permitted
  • All accidents or injuries must be reported to arena staff members immediately
  • No headsets, cell phones, or handheld electronic devices permitted while skating
  • All participants must wear skates while on the ice surface

Fee: $6 (Goalies are free)

Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required 

Spring 2026 Schedule (Starting April 1)

Men's 18+ Shinny
Monday 9:00 -10:00 pm
Friday 9:00 -10:00 am

Men's 60+ Shinny
Tuesday 10:00-11:00 am
Friday 10:00 - 11:00 am 

This hour is solely for figure skating practice. Skaters must provide their Skate Canada Number upon sign in. Children 12 years and under must be supervised on or off ice by an adult.

Drop-in Fee: $6 

Spring 2026 Schedule (Starting April 1)
Saturday 6:30 - 7:30 pm

This hour is solely for figure skating practice. Skaters must provide their Skate Canada Number upon sign in. 
18+

Drop-in Fee: $6 

Spring 2026 Schedule (Starting May 1)
Friday 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Excluding: May 1 is rescheduled to 5:00-6:00pm, June 5 is rescheduled to 6:00-7:00pm

Drop-in Fee: $6 (Goalies are free)
Combo Fee (with Women's Skills & Drills): $10.00
Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required.  

Spring 2026 Schedule (Starting April 1)

Monday 8:00 - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 - 11:00 am

Improve women’s hockey skills in a fun, positive and inclusive environment. The focus will be on skating, puck handling and shooting skills and will include group work.

Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required. Full hockey equipment is required (including CSA approved helmet and hockey stick)

Monday 9:45-10:45am

*This program will end on March 30th and will resume in the Fall of 2026

Drop-in Fee: $6 | Combine your Skills & Drills experience with shinny. Monday combo is $10 per session.

Public Skating

• Skate in the direction of all skaters • Listen and adhere to the ice patrol • All participants must be wearing skates • Helmets are strongly recommended • No food or drink • No horseplay, games or excessive speed • No carrying children • No items which may interfere with the safety of others

PD Day Skates: 
June 5, 2026 - 2:00-4:00 pm

April 11th, 2026 - 7:30-9:00pm - Pelham's Mayor's Youth Advisory Collective has sponsored the Public Skate, collecting donations for Pathstone Mental Health. Monetary donations will be collected on site, with facepainting and prizes available.
Thank you to the community partners and businesses who provide the support to offer free public skates.

Interested in sponsoring a public skate? Please contact 905-732-7891 to learn more.

Group Date/Time & Location
Adult Only Skate

Spring 2026 Schedule (Starts April 1)
Monday 2:30 - 3:30pm | Duliban Insurance Arena
Thursday 1:00- 2:00pm | Duliban Insurance Arena
Parent & Preschool Skate

Spring 2026 Schedule (Starts April 1)
Thursday 10:00-11:00am | Duliban Insurance Arena

Public Skate (All Ages)

 

Saturdays 7:30 - 9:00 pm | Duliban Insurance Arena

Sunday 1:00 - 2:30 pm | Duliban Insurance Arena

Please check pelham.ca/cancellations for any changes or cancellations.

 

2026 User Fee & Charges

 

The Town of Pelham user fee and charges ensure that services specific to individuals are not subsidized by all ratepayers within the Town of Pelham. 

Renting Ice

Host skating parties, tournaments and more with ice rentals in the Town's arena. The ice surface can be booked for private rentals when available. 

Customer Service at the Meridian Community Centre
100 Meridian Way, Fonthill, ON L0S 1E0

 

Customer Service Desk:

905-732-7872

Ice and Facility Booking:

905-732-7891

 

Rentals and Facilities

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