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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 – SESSION CANCELLATIONS

posted Nov 6, 2026, 12:46 PM

Please note that the following on-ice sessions on Wednesday, November 11, will be cancelled due to our Competition Simulation Day:

• Gold/Diamond: 4:10 PM

• Silver: 5:10 PM

These cancellations are for November 11 only, and both sessions will resume as regularly scheduled the following week.

Thank you for your understanding!

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 – OFF-ICE SCHEDULE UPDATE

posted Nov 6, 2026, 12:44 PM

Please note that Gold/Diamond off-ice at 5:15 PM on Wednesday, November 11, will be cancelled due to our Competition Simulation Day.

All remaining off-ice sessions will continue as scheduled:

• Silver: 6:15–7:00 PM

• Bronze/Rec Bronze: 7:00–7:45 PM

Thank you for your understanding!

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 – OFF-ICE LOCATION CHANGE

posted Nov 6, 2026, 12:42 PM

Hi everyone,

Please note that all off-ice sessions on Sunday, November 8, will take place in the arena lobby instead of our usual space at Stan Wadlow.

This is a temporary change for this Sunday only. Off-ice sessions will return to Stan Wadlow on Sunday, November 15, and resume as usual.

All session times will remain the same.

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility!

CANSKATE BADGE AND RIBBON DISTRIBUTION

posted Nov 6, 2026, 12:28 PM

Dear EYSC Families,

We’re excited to share a small change to how ribbons and badges will be distributed this season!

Rather than waiting until the end of the fall and winter sessions, skaters will now receive their ribbons and badges as they earn them throughout the season.

When your skater earns a ribbon or badge, they will receive it at their next week's session. For example, if your child passes Agility Stage 1 on October 29, their ribbon will be ready for pickup the following week.

Ribbons and badges will be attached to skaters' name tags at the front table. Once received, they are yours to keep and take home!

If you have any questions or notice that your skater is missing a ribbon or badge they have earned, please let our CanSkate Coordinator know so we can look into it.

We hope this change will make it even more exciting for skaters to celebrate their progress and achievements throughout the season!

IMPORTANT: THURSDAY OFF-ICE TRAINING CANCELLED OCTOBER 29 & NOVEMBER 5

posted Oct 28, 2026, 4:12 PM

Please note that our regular Thursday off-ice training sessions will be cancelled on the following dates:

• Thursday, October 29

• Thursday, November 5

Off-ice training will resume as usual on Thursday, November 12.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to seeing everyone back on November 12!

COMPETITION SIMULATION DAY 2026

posted Oct 28, 2026, 1:49 PM

East York Skating Club is excited to announce that we will be hosting our Competition Simulation Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, from 4:10–6:05 PM at East York Memorial Arena!

Who Can Participate

Skaters competing in the following categories are encouraged to participate:

• STAR 2+ Freeskate

• STAR 5+ Artistic

• Skate Ontario Provincial Series

• Synchro Series

Important Note for Synchro Skaters: If your skater is only participating in synchronized skating, there is no need to register for Simulation Day. However, if your skater is participating in an individual competitive program in addition to synchro, they must register to participate.

About Simulation Day

Simulation Day gives skaters the opportunity to perform their competitive programs on open ice as a trial run before the competitive season begins.

Skaters will participate in a group warm-up similar to what they would experience at a competition, followed by their individual program performances.

Schedule

The event will run from 4:10–6:05 PM.

A detailed schedule, including warm-up groups and performance times, will be emailed to participants on Sunday, November 8, before Simulation Day.

Any remaining time at the end of the event will be available as open ice for participating skaters, allowing coaches to work with their skaters.

Attire

Competition outfits and East York Skating Club jackets are encouraged but not mandatory.

Registration

Participation is free, but all eligible skaters must register in advance so we can prepare the event schedule.

Register for Simulation Day

Registration Deadline: Friday, November 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Before registering, please check with your private coach to confirm your participation.

Come Support Our Skaters!

If you're not participating in Simulation Day, we encourage you to come out and cheer on your fellow East York skaters!

This is a great opportunity for families and younger skaters to see what competitive skating looks like and learn more about the opportunities available as skaters progress through our programs.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

IMPORTANT CANSKATE REMINDERS: SAFETY, EQUIPMENT & ARENA PROCEDURES

posted Oct 23, 2026, 4:03 PM

⛑️ Let’s Gear Up for a Safe Session!

Before hitting the ice, let’s make sure our skaters are ready to go! A few quick equipment checks can help keep everyone safe, comfortable, and having fun.

• Helmets on and secured! All skaters must wear a properly fitted helmet with every strap fastened and clipped. A loose helmet or unsecured strap may not provide proper protection and could increase the risk of discomfort or injury.

• Gloves are a must! All skaters must wear gloves to help protect their hands when they fall on the ice.

• Right skate, right foot! Please ensure your child's skates are on the correct feet and tied securely to provide proper foot and ankle support. Skates that are too loose or too tight can cause discomfort and may increase the risk of injury.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents & Guardians: We Need Your Help!

Thank you for helping us keep our sessions safe, organized, and fun for everyone! Please review these important reminders before your skater arrives.

• 🏷️Collect your nametag at the table near the arena entrance! Every week, your skater’s nametag will be on the table at the front entrance of East York Memorial arena. Please collect it and have your skater clip it to their jacket! They need their nametags so they know which group to go to! 

• 🚪 Right door, please! Please ensure your skater enters and exits through the correct doors for their session. Signs are posted throughout the arena to help you find the right entrance and exit.

• 👀 Drop off, then take a seat! Once you have dropped your skater off at their designated entrance, please head to the stands to watch them skate. We love having families cheer on our skaters!

• 🏟️ Parents must remain in the building. Parents and guardians are required to stay in the arena for the entire session. If your child needs to use the washroom, gets injured, or requires assistance that a coach or PA cannot do, you must be available to help.

• 🛑 The ice is for registered skaters only! For everyone's safety, only skaters registered in our programs are permitted on the ice during sessions. Parents, siblings, spectators, and anyone wearing shoes must remain off the ice at all times.

• 👏 Cheer them on! Positive encouragement goes a long way! Please use supportive language to keep your skater motivated and engaged. Encourage them to keep moving, skate around the ice, and follow the designated circuits rather than sitting on the ice or standing still. Let's help our skaters build confidence, stay active, and have fun!

Thank you for being such an important part of your skater's journey! Your encouragement and cooperation help make East York Skating Club a safe, positive, and welcoming place for everyone. 💙

🎃 HALLOWEEN COSTUME WEEK AT EYSC! 👻

posted Oct 21, 2026, 4:28 PM

Hi Everyone,

Halloween is almost here, and we're excited to celebrate with some Halloween-themed skating sessions this week!

We invite all of our Pre-CanSkate, CanSkate, Fundamentals, and Rising Stars skaters to come dressed in their Halloween costumes on the following dates:

🎃 Sunday, October 25
🎃 Thursday, October 29

A few important costume reminders:

• Costumes must allow skaters to move freely and safely on the ice.

• Please ensure costumes are warm enough for skating or can be worn with appropriate layers.

• No masks, costume weapons, or accessories that could pose a safety risk.

• Avoid long, loose, or dragging costume pieces that could get caught in skates.

• All required skating safety equipment, including helmets, must still be worn.

Costumes are completely optional, but we encourage everyone to join in the Halloween fun!

We can't wait to see everyone's costumes. 🎃⛸️

PURDY'S FUNDRAISER FOR EYSC

posted Oct 21, 2026, 1:54 PM

Dear East York Skating Club Families,

Who doesn’t love chocolate? Check out our Purdys chocolate fundraiser! 
This is the easiest way to stock up before the holidays or just because you love
chocolate!  

Proceeds will go towards our Club activities like the ice show! 

Orders must be placed by November 13th.  Chocolate pick-up will start in early
December.  Ordering is easy – visit the link to our Purdys campaign 

 
Once there, click Start Supporting Now and begin your
shopping! Share with family and friends! Happy shopping
and thank you for your support!

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us!

REMINDER: MONDAY SKATING SESSIONS MOVING TO DON MONTGOMERY STARTING OCTOBER 19

posted Oct 13, 2026, 9:49 PM

Just a reminder that starting Monday, October 19, all Monday skating sessions will be moving to Don Montgomery Community Recreation Centre for the remainder of the season.

New Location:
Don Montgomery Community Recreation Centre
2467 Eglinton Ave E
Scarborough, ON M1K 2R1

Please make sure you head to the correct arena for your Monday session beginning next week.

All Monday skating times will remain the same. Only the location is changing.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing everyone at Don Montgomery next Monday!

CANSKATE ENTRANCE AREAS

posted Oct 8, 2026, 6:10 PM

Just a quick reminder about the entrance and exit doors for each skating session. Please make sure your skater is using the correct doors when arriving and leaving the rink!

Thursdays

⛸️ PreCan → South End Doors

⛸️ CanSkate/Fundamentals → East End Doors

Sundays

⛸️ 1:40 PM CanSkate → South Doors

⛸️ 2:25 PM CanSkate → East Doors

⛸️ 3:10 PM PreCan → South Doors

⛸️ 3:50 PM CanSkate → East Doors

⛸️ 4:35 PM Fundamentals → South Doors

We also wanted to remind everyone that we ask parents to please watch from the stands rather than rink-side so that we can keep the skating area clear and safe for our skaters.

Thank you so much for your help and cooperation! We’re looking forward to another great week on the ice! 😊

REMINDER: EYSC CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY

posted Oct 6, 2026, 11:37 AM

Just a reminder that East York Skating Club will be closed this Sunday and Monday for the long weekend.

There will be no regular EYSC programming running on either day.

We hope everyone has a safe and happy long weekend, and we look forward to seeing you back at the rink afterward!

NO REGULAR PROGRAMMING TODAY – SEPTEMBER 30

posted Sep 30, 2026, 1:56 PM

Please note that regular on-ice sessions and off-ice training will not be running today, Wednesday, September 30, due to our Skater Development Seminar.

Only skaters who are registered for the Skater Development Seminar will be permitted to participate in today’s on-ice and off-ice sessions.

If you are not registered for the seminar, please do not attend your regularly scheduled session today.

Regular programming will resume as scheduled following the seminar.

Thank you for your understanding!

WELCOME TO THE 2026–2027 FALL & WINTER SEASON! (CANSKATE)

posted Sep 26, 2026, 2:52 PM

Welcome to the East York Skating Club’s 2026–2027 Fall & Winter CanSkate programs! We’re so excited to welcome both new and returning skaters and families to the rink for another great season.

Below, you’ll find important information to help you prepare for your first session, including equipment requirements, what to expect when you arrive, how our sessions run, the CanSkate badge system, and important dates for the season. Please take a few minutes to review the information below before your skater’s first day.

Pre-Can / CanSkate / Fundamentals
Fall 2026

The East York Skating Club is very excited to welcome you to our Canskate Programs!

    •    Sunday Sessions - September 27th 

    •    Thursday Sessions – October 1st

Equipment:

All skaters must have the following items: 

• Sharpened Skates (Hockey or Figure Skates)

• We do not recommend plastic skates as it doesn't allow for proper ankle and knee bending

• Dull blades will not grip the ice

• CSA-Approved Hockey Helmet 

• must be worn until completing level 5

• Recommended to have a cage while in Pre-Can

• Mitts/Gloves for hand protection & warmth

• Coat or Warm Sweater 

• We do not recommend clothing like jeans as it can restrict movement. 

• Skaters in pre-can/beginner may want waterproof pants.  Skaters will be practicing how to fall and stand up, sitting on the ice, and they will get wet.  

Please see the Skate Canada Video for more information:  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTQ2Yr5pdR0&ab_channel=SkatingDevelopmentVideoLibrary) 

Arena Entry: 

• Please make sure to arrive early to allow for time to find parking, as our lot fills up quickly.

• You should also allow at least 15 minutes to put on your skates and helmets.

• For new families, we will have someone at the front to do an equipment check.

• On the first session, a volunteer will be at the front desk in the lobby to hand out nametags. The nametags have been updated this season, and will be clipped onto the skater’s coat. 

• A coloured dot on the nametag will be used to indicate their group. The colours are: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, and Purple.  

• Skaters & Parents can then proceed downstairs and choose a changeroom to put on their skates.  

Nametags:

• This season, skaters will have physical nametags that will clip onto their jackets. 

• Skaters will find their nametag at the table each week, and will need it for every session. 

• If your child is signed up for multiple sessions, they will have a different nametag for each session. It is super important that they change their nametags for each session!!

• The nametag will have their name, group colour, and session date + time! 

• Skaters will pick up their nametags at the table when they arrive, and they will be collected at the end of every session by our lovely PAs! 

Session Flow: 

• For the season, our On-Ice Coordinator will group the skaters based on their current Levels.  If they are new, they will automatically be placed in level 1. Please note that your skater may be moved around due to their improvement! For example, your skater could move from one colour to another after week five because the coaches have noticed they are progressing extremely well through stage 2! 

• For skaters coming from a different club, please email us any of their achievements so we can update their files/groups accordingly.  

• Over the first few weeks, based on their assessments and recommendations from the coaches, skaters may switch groups to find the best placement!  A sticker on their nametag will indicate their group colour.  

PreCanSkaters will stay with their coach & group for the entire 30-minute session. 

Canskate & Fundamental Skaters will have: 

1. a group warm-up, 

2. 30 minutes of group activity [Broken up into three 10-minute groups (Balance, Agility, and Control/Challenge)], 

3. And cool down. 

For our Warm-Up and Cooldown, it will be led by our Coordinator and Program Assistants! Skaters will go around on the Fast Track for the Warm-Up, and will follow a four-lane highway for the Cooldown! They are asked to follow the Coordinator’s directions during Warm-up, and when a school-bell rings, they will go find their group based on colour! There will be six large flags on the ice, one with each group’s colour. Skaters will find their flag and join their group! After 30 minutes of group activity at all 3 fundamental learning areas, PA’s, coaches, and the Coordinator will lead them into joining the cooldown, where they will again follow the Coordinator’s directions! 

Classes will cover 3 skating disciplines: Balance (forwards, edges, crossovers), Agility (turns, spins, jumps) and Control (stopping, backwards & speed). Included in the Control area will also be the Challenge Zone, where skaters will get a chance to try out a fun and more challenging skill! Skaters will rotate (two rotations, three stations total) stations to see coaches, each coach focusing on a particular discipline.  Switching stations ensures all skaters who visit that coach will have the same quality instruction on the topic of the day. This allows for optimal progressions and opportunities to meet different coaches, benefiting from their unique coaching styles!  

Badge System:

• All skaters will earn ribbons and badges as they pass particular skills.  They must receive a ribbon in agility, balance and control to gain a badge.  

• For Example, Agility 1 + Balance 1 + Control 1 = Stage 1

• Some skaters are very strong in one discipline and may have multiple ribbons in one: for example, Agility 1 + Balance 1 & 2 and no Control. They cannot receive their badge until the Control is completed.  

• Canskate is for skaters working on Badges 1-2, Fundamentals is 3-6.  

• As a reminder, a guardian needs to be at the rink in case anything happens, and we need to get to you quickly.  

Calendar:

In your UpLifter accounts, you can view a personalized calendar based on when your skater is registered.  This will show if any sessions are cancelled due to holidays, etc. 

1. Log in to your account. On the top right corner, where it shows your name, there should be a drop-down arrow to select “My Account”.   This will bring you to your profile. 

2. Click on the second circle labelled “Calendar”  

You can view the sessions you are registered for within the calendar.

Key Dates: 

You may also refer to our Key Dates.  This will highlight any start & end date/cancelled/special sessions.  

• Tuesday, Sept 15 – First week of all StarSkate + Morning session begins

• Thursday, Sept 17 – PA Training @ 5:30 pm

• Sunday, Sept 27 – First week of CanSkate groups 

• Tuesday, Sept 29 and Thurs Oct 1 – First day of Rising Stars + Rising Stars Audition

• Thursday, Sept 24 – AGM (may be subject to change)

• Wednesday, Sept 30 – Skater Development Day

• Thanksgiving (Oct 11-12) – No skating

• Monday, Oct 19 – Don Montgomery ice starts

• Wednesday, Nov 11 – Simulation Day (No regular sessions)

• Friday, Nov 13 – Test Day #1 (No Skating)

• Friday, Dec 18 – Last day of skating before break

• Saturday Dec 19 - Saturday Jan 2 - No Skating 

• Sunday, Jan 3 – StarSkate + CanSkate resume

• Wednesday, Jan 13 – Tentative Ice Show Feature Auditions (No Skating)

• Thursday, Feb 4 – Test Day #2 (No Skating)

• Family Day (Feb 14-15) – No skating

• March Break (Mar 14–20) – All sessions running

• Monday, Mar 22 – Last day at Don Montgomery

• Wednesday, March 24 – Last day of Sessions

• Thursday, March 25 – Test Day #3 (No Skating) 

Along with sending a reminder email, we will post information on our News Page (https://register.eastyorkskatingclub.com/news/) & our Instagram Stories @eastyorkskatingclub 

Questions: 

For any additional questions, please reach out to Admin, Julia, at mailto:Eastyorksc@gmail.com  or to our Canskate Coordinator, Tayler, at mailto:eysccanskatecoordinator@gmail.com 

Looking forward to seeing you all on the ice!

SKATER DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR WITH SIGNE RONKA

posted Sep 23, 2026, 4:14 PM

We’re excited to welcome Signe Ronka to East York Skating Club for a special Skater Development Seminar on Wednesday, September 30, 2026!

This seminar is a great opportunity for our STARSkaters to develop their skills, build confidence, and get motivated for the season ahead.

Seminar Schedule

Bronze & Recreational Bronze
On-Ice: 4:10–5:10 p.m.

Silver, Gold & Diamond
On-Ice: 5:10–6:10 p.m.
Off-Ice: 6:30–7:30 p.m. at Stan Wadlow

Registration

Registration is $20 per skater. Skaters will attend the session corresponding to their current STARSkate level.

Registration closes September 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Please note: There will be no regular on-ice or off-ice programming on September 30 due to the seminar.

Bronze and Recreational Bronze skaters may also be invited to participate in the off-ice portion depending on registration numbers. More information will be provided if space becomes available.

We’ll be sharing more about Signe and what skaters can expect from the seminar in the coming days leading up to the event.

Register today to take part in this exciting development opportunity!

BRONZE & RECREATIONAL BRONZE OFF-ICE TRAINING UPDATE

posted Sep 23, 2026, 3:43 PM

Please note that Bronze and Recreational Bronze off-ice training will be held inside the Stan Wadlow Clubhouse today.

Please meet Coach Ava at the Stan Wadlow Clubhouse at the start of the session.

SILVER OFF-ICE TRAINING UPDATE

posted Sep 23, 2026, 3:39 PM

Please note that Silver off-ice training will be held partially outdoors and partially inside the Stan Wadlow Clubhouse today.

Skaters should come prepared and dressed appropriately for the weather. Please meet Coach Ava in the rink lobby at the start of the session, and she will direct skaters from there.

Thank you for your flexibility while we finalize our indoor off-ice permits with the City!

GOLD/DIAMOND OFF-ICE TRAINING UPDATE

posted Sep 23, 2026, 3:37 PM

Please note that Gold/Diamond off-ice training will be held outdoors today.

Skaters should come prepared and dressed appropriately for the weather. Please meet Ava in the lobby at the start of the session.

Thank you for your flexibility while we finalize our indoor off-ice permits with the City!

OFF-ICE STARTS TODAY – OUTDOOR LOCATION & WHAT TO BRING

posted Sep 16, 2026, 11:37 AM

We’re so excited to kick off our off-ice training for the season!

As always, during September we try to take advantage of the nice weather and hold our off-ice sessions outdoors whenever possible.

Today’s off-ice sessions will be held outside in Stan Wadlow Park, beside East York Memorial Arena.

Please remember to bring the following to every off-ice session:

• Water bottle
• Running shoes
• Yoga mat
• Skipping rope

We’re looking forward to a great season of off-ice training and can’t wait to get started!

2026/27 OFF-ICE TRAINING

posted Sep 8, 2026, 6:25 PM

We are pleased to announce the EYSC Off-Ice Training schedule for the 2026/27 season!

This year, we are offering both Strength & Conditioning and Jumps Off-Ice, with classes dedicated to specific skating levels.

Rising Stars skaters will be automatically enrolled in off-ice training. No action is required.

For Recreational Bronze, Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond skaters, off-ice training is included for skaters registered in one or more East York on-ice sessions.

At this time, skaters may register for one off-ice class per week. Classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If additional space becomes available, we may allow skaters to register for a second class later in the season.

Registration opens Thursday, September 10 at 6:00 PM.

Please only register your skater for one off-ice class at this time. Skaters who register for more than one class will be removed from all off-ice classes and will need to re-register.

We are aiming to begin off-ice programming on September 16. If there are any changes to the start date or schedule, families will be notified as soon as possible.

Please note that off-ice classes may occasionally be cancelled due to instructor availability or permit-related issues. Refunds or credits will not be provided for these cancellations.

Please check the calendar for our up to date off-ice schedule.