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have a chilly but romantic outdoor date.
These are a few of our favourites, all
cheap or free.
No babysitter? Bring the kids. These
dates are family friendly. But bundle up.
Last year it was -30 with the wind chill
on New Year’s Eve!
Moonlight on the Canal
Ottawa is blessed with 7.8 kilometres
of outdoor skating rink, and on cold
nights the ice is fast and smooth, all the
better for holding hands.
If you need to warm up, head for the
heated changing rooms at Dow’s Lake,
at the Rideau Street Gateway and at
intervals along the canal. Bringing skate-
less out-of-towners along and you can
rent skates at Dow’s Lake, Fifth Avenue
and downtown.
Cheap treats like hot chocolate and a
beavertail are a nice way to round out
the evening. For ice conditions updated
daily, call 613-239-5243.
Dinner for two in Gatineau Park
Lots of cross-country skiers pack their
chocolate fondue and head for the hills to
enjoy dinner in one of the Gatineau Park
shelters. Park at P10, and ski up the Park-
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