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The City of Saint John is bringing back its Flash Ice sale, offering heavily discounted rental rates for surplus ice time at local arenas. If you need ice time for your team, family, or community group, you can secure spots between October 28 and November 10, 2026. The city allocates these surplus hours on a first come first served basis. You can view the original announcement on the City of Saint John website.

Discounted Rates for Skaters and Groups

The city offers three distinct pricing tiers for these hourly rentals. Youth not for profit groups pay $83.32 per hour. Adult not for profit groups pay $145.76 per hour. For profit and commercial events cost $189.37 per hour. These rates do not include HST. Keep in mind that you cannot use Flash Ice pricing for tournaments or fundraising events.

How to Book Your Ice Time

You must submit your booking request by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The city processes all reservations in one hour increments. Before confirming your spot, the city requires proof of insurance. If your group lacks insurance, you can purchase coverage through the city designated insurance provider at a small cost. For youth bookings organized outside of official groups, parents must supervise the event to qualify for this insurance coverage.

To speed up the reservation process, create a PlaySJ account online before contacting the city. You need to email Darrell Fountain, the city Sports Liaison, to finalize the booking.

Participating Arenas

The city listed available dates and times across three local facilities. You can find open slots at the Peter Murray Arena, the Charles Gorman Arena, and the Stewart Hurley Arena. Availability ranges from early morning hours to late evening slots. Check the official city portal for the exact schedule and claim your preferred time before it fills up.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the deadline to book Flash Ice?

You must submit your booking request by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

Do I need insurance to rent ice time?

Yes, the city requires proof of insurance for all bookings. If you do not have an existing policy, you can purchase temporary coverage directly through the city.

Can I use Flash Ice for a hockey tournament?

No. The city strictly prohibits using Flash Ice discounted rates for tournaments and fundraisers.

How long is a standard Flash Ice rental?

The city requires all bookings to be made in one hour increments.