Shootout on the Snye tournament cancelled due to extreme cold

Shootout on the Snye is cancelled due to extreme cold and severe wind chill. Several teams have already cancelled, significantly impacting scheduling and team availability for the tournament. The current forecasted temperatures are colder than the safety threshold of –28 degrees Celsius. Players who were registered as of Feb. 20 will be refunded their registration fees next week.

This event is beloved by many and this decision was not made easily. The safety of players, volunteers, referees, and staff is the top priority. Don’t worry, the ice rinks won’t go to waste; leisure skating is still able to be booked at your own discretion.

Horse-drawn wagon rides may also be cancelled for the safety of attendees, staff and horses. Further updates will be provided. Stay tuned to rmwb.ca/WinterPLAY or the municipal Facebook page.

Warm-up tents keep these activities alive!

WinterPLAY still has many activities located inside warm-up tents that are scheduled to continue as planned, including these free activities:

·         Friday only! Board games in the WinterCHALET from 2 to 5 p.m., bring your friends!

·         Friday, Monday and Tuesday only! Moss bag teachings and crafts with Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.

·         Saturday and Sunday: Enjoy a pancake breakfast from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and willow wreath dreamcatchers and Métis dot art painting from 2:30 to 4:30 or 5:30 p.m.!

·         Maple syrup on a stick by ACFA Régionale de Wood Buffalo. A classic Canadian tradition sure to sweeten the day for all who attend.

·         Monday night only! Come for the theme skate night: Glow Skate! Grab your skates and some glow gear to light up the night!

See the full event schedule at rmwb.ca/WinterPLAY

Cozy up at the WinterCHALET for some warm food and refreshments

Food vendors are ready to serve the dedicated WinterPLAY attendees. Vendors charge a fee for food and beverages.

Who’s hungry for:

·         Rocky Mountain Chocolate

·         Tavern on Main

·         Dish Plate

Food vendors are open for the entire WinterPLAY event hours. Come by and warm up with some warm and delicious food.

Stay warm and dress for the weather

Safely enjoy the ice sculptures and leisure ice skating by dressing for the weather.

Remember that dressing in layers will help maintain your body temperature, please consider:

·         Warm gloves or mittens

·         Good winter boots with warm socks.

·         Wear a toque and put your jacket hood up for extra warmth.

Know the symptoms of frost nip and bite. Please make your way to a warm-up tent if you start feeling skin numbness or discolouration, which may include a burning or stinging sensation.

Call Pulse at 780-743-7000 or toll free at 1-800-973-9663 with any inquiries.

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