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The City of Kelowna has announced it has started the process of re-creating the free, outdoor skating rink in Stuart Park downtown.

And, it says, the rink should be ready for use by Dec. 1.

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Residents can watch the ice-making process through the still-image webcam on the city香蕉视频直播檚 website (kelowna.ca).

Anyone planning to head to the rink is also  reminded to check the webcam before heading out to check ice conditions or see if the rink is closed for maintenance.

The webcam feed is updated every few minutes and the maintenance schedule will be posted online.

Skates, helmets and EZ bars are available to rent on site daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. throughout the skating season, except on Christmas Day.

The public is asked to abide by the rink regulations as posted on surrounding signs and are encouraged to wear helmets.

For those looking for a rink closer to their neighbourhood, the Capital News Centre, Memorial Arena and Rutland Arena will also have public skating times over the winter.

For more information about active living and culture programs and facilities, including public skating times at other ice rinks, or to check out the Stuart Park rink webcam, visit .