Grand Opening of Reese’s Rink scheduled for Saturday, February 17

CALEDON, ON (February 1, 2024) – On Saturday, February 17, the Town of Caledon will be holding a special ceremony from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. to officially open the new outdoor rink at the Caledon East Community Complex (CECC) at which time the name of the rink will also be unveiled. Named after Reese Meyer, a special young local hockey player for the Caledon Hawks who tragically lost his battle with cancer four years ago, Reese’s Rink will now serve as a gathering spot for hockey players and skaters alike to enjoy the ice under the outdoor sky.

“It’s a bittersweet moment, to say the least, celebrating Reese Meyer and naming the new outdoor rink at the CECC after him,” said Mayor Annette Groves. “I’m proud to drop the ceremonial puck and officially open Reese’s rink, a new amenity in Caledon that will provide others with the opportunity to do what Reese loved to do, which was get on the ice and skate.”

The grand opening event will involve the ceremonial puck drop by Mayor Annette Groves with Reese’s parents, Glenn and Jennifer, and members of Reese’s Caledon Hawks hockey team. Refreshments will be available in Banquet Hall A in the CECC and Reese’s memorabilia will be available for viewing.

“Reese Meyer captured the hearts of the Caledon community with his determination, kind words, and his infectious smile during treatment of a cancerous brain tumour,” said Catherine McLean, Commissioner of Community and Human Services. “The Caledon community really came together to show their support for Reese and his family during his battle - from other teams putting Reese stickers on their helmets and raising money in his name, to donating a bench and a tree dedicated to him on the Caledon trail near his home. This new outdoor rink will be an amazing gathering place for the community where Reese’s memory will always remain alive.”

Outdoor Rink Availability

Please note that from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Reese’s Rink will be open for public skating once the grand opening puck drop has taken place. At 1 p.m. the rink will remain open to the public under the usual daily schedule of skating activities.