We’ve found the coolest skating trails and rinks in the city to visit this winter, all of which are of free to use. Just bring your skates and channel your inner Tessa and Scott.

While true that winter can be lovely in Canada — absolutely, jaw-dropping gorgeous, in some locales — "beautiful" isn't the term most people would use to describe Toronto between October and May.

It might be obvious, but skiing is still one of the most fun ways to make the most of winter near Toronto. Be it cross country or downhill, there's an array of places to hit up within a short drive.

The city launched a winter parks program outlining the types of rinks that will open and how to skate safely in Toronto during lockdown. Toronto’s 54 outdoor ice rinks are available for skating.