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The lack of wintry weather didn’t freeze out family fun at Rideau Hall’s annual Winter Celebration on Saturday but it’s icing other weekend fun ranging from skating on the canal to a local loppet.
Newly installed Gov. Gen. Julie Payette’s first outing overseeing skiing, skating and snowshoeing Saturday included a just-for-fun race on giant skis overseen by an official stripped down to shirtsleeves. The mercury rose to 7 C.
“It’s a must — every year,” said Montréaler Anaïs Buro as she climbed off the giant eight-man skis, provided by the Norwegian Embassy, with Maxime Cormier and kids Xavier, 9, and Clara, 6.
The family makes a special trek to Ottawa for the Rideau Hall event every year and had planned to cap their visit off with a skate on the canal Sunday.
But the Rideau Canal was slated to close to skaters as of 11 p.m. Saturday, with stewards warning that the warm weather would create “hazardous” conditions. They hope a temporary closure will preserve the ice while we wait for colder temperatures.
Photos: Winter Celebration at Rideau Hall (Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018)
It’s been so warm that the Opeongo Hills Nordic Ski Club west of Ottawa cancelled its annual loppet, which was scheduled for Sunday, “due to lack of snow” but plenty of “icy conditions.”
Pierre Cuguen, one of the organizers of the nationally known Gatineau Loppet set for Feb. 16-18, was confident Saturday that Mother Nature would deliver in time for the 40th annual event. Gatineau Park’s trails are actually in decent shape, he said.
Students from Nunavut shared their Inuit culture and language through drumming, dancing and throat singing. #RideauHall #WinterCelebration pic.twitter.com/YElDKdyaXx
— OSGG / BSGG (@RideauHall) January 27, 2018
“Now we’re just hoping for more snow,” Cuguen said as he took in the giant ski action at Rideau Hall.
Karen Abrahamsen, the wife of the Danish ambassador, was handing out cups of warm elderflower juice, butter cookies and explanations of hygge — her country’s concept of coziness. She likened it to glowing candles, warm, woollen socks and the pleasure of getting together with friends.
It’s something to cheer Danes up during winters that can be grey and dark, she said, as her husband, Niels Abrahamsen, read classic Hans Christian Andersen tales to the gathered kids.
Take a look at highlights from this year’s #WinterCelebration! #RideauHall #Ottawa pic.twitter.com/u4FEBkNWhk
— OSGG / BSGG (@RideauHall) January 27, 2018
Maybe Ottawa could use a little hygge — it was warmer than Copenhagen on Saturday and just as grey with rain in both cities’ forecasts. The couple will soon end five years in Ottawa where they’ve enjoyed skiing, snowshoeing and the typically bright and crisp winter days.
“We need some more snow and sun,” Abrahamsen joked. “This is our last winter.”
Members of the Governor General’s Foot Guards introduced visitors to some of their training exercises during a fun obstacle course! #WinterCelebration #RideauHall pic.twitter.com/YdaedBiWmj
— OSGG / BSGG (@RideauHall) January 27, 2018
Good news — the forecast has a bit of both.
Environment Canada’s forecast is for a few showers to end late Saturday evening and for the mercury to drop to -5 C.
For Sunday, expect a mix of sun and cloud, a high of 1 C and a low of -9.
Monday’s forecast is for a nearer-seasonal high of -6 C and low of -11. There’s a 30 per cent chance of flurries during the day and 60 per cent overnight.
Tuesday is to be sunny with a high of -8 C and a low of -19, and there’s a 60 per cent chance of snow Wednesday.
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Newly installed Gov. Gen. Julie Payette’s first outing overseeing skiing, skating and snowshoeing Saturday included a just-for-fun race on giant skis overseen by an official stripped down to shirtsleeves. The mercury rose to 7 C.
“It’s a must — every year,” said Montréaler Anaïs Buro as she climbed off the giant eight-man skis, provided by the Norwegian Embassy, with Maxime Cormier and kids Xavier, 9, and Clara, 6.
The family makes a special trek to Ottawa for the Rideau Hall event every year and had planned to cap their visit off with a skate on the canal Sunday.
But the Rideau Canal was slated to close to skaters as of 11 p.m. Saturday, with stewards warning that the warm weather would create “hazardous” conditions. They hope a temporary closure will preserve the ice while we wait for colder temperatures.
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Six-year-old Sean Walton takes a little snack break Saturday afternoon beside the rink. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Three-year-old Khloe Bedard really thought about the slide before she took her turn. Members of the Governor General’s Foot Guards set up an obstacle course and demonstrated how a military camp is set up for winter. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Gov. Gen. Julie Payette hosted the Winter Celebration on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Gov. Gen. Julie Payette hosted the Winter Celebration on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Gov. Gen. Julie Payette hosted the Winter Celebration on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Angelique Linssen was handing out Dutch pea soup & cheese Saturday afternoon. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Three-month-old Luka Chay was well bundled and fighting off a little nap so he could take everything in Saturday afternoon as he made his way around the grounds with his mom, Sarah. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Gov. Gen. Julie Payette hosted the Winter Celebration on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Gov. Gen. Julie Payette hosted the Winter Celebration on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Gov. Gen. Julie Payette hosted the Winter Celebration on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Gov. Gen. Julie Payette hosted the Winter Celebration on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Horse-drawn wagon rides were part of the Winter Celebration fun. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Horse-drawn wagon rides were part of the Winter Celebration fun. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Four-and-a-half-year-old Zoe Zufelt was enjoying her day out at Rideau Hall, dancing her way along. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Four-and-a-half-year-old Zoe Zufelt was enjoying her day out at Rideau Hall, dancing her way along. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Four-and-a-half-year-old Zoe Zufelt was enjoying her day out at Rideau Hall, dancing her way along. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Pte. Kelvin Jiang, left, and Guardsman Justin Turcotte stand in the arch of the front door of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Pte. Kelvin Jiang, left, and Guardsman Justin Turcotte stand in the arch of the front door of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Gov. Gen. Julie Payette hosted the Winter Celebration on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Nadine Okalik, a student from Sivuknisavut school in Nunavut, showed the crowds Inuit traditions and games. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Nadine Okalik, a student from Sivuknisavut school in Nunavut, showed the crowds Inuit traditions and games. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Nadine Okalik, a student from Sivuknisavut school in Nunavut, showed the crowds Inuit traditions and games. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
The Norwegian Embassy brought giant skis that hold eight adults at one time and had short races to give people a chance to try it. The Governor General officially started one of the races. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Norway's ambassador to Canada, Anne Kari Hansen Ovind, greets the Governor General on Saturday afternoon. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Four-and-a-half-year-old Zoe Zufelt gets a push from her friend, Ben, as they tried out a kicksled, which the Republic of Finland brought to the event. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Horse-drawn wagon rides were part of the Winter Celebration fun. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
The Governor General had two nieces — Taylor Flynn, left, and Kylie Flynn — with her Saturday to enjoy the special day. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Sacha Senyk, back in 1999, waited more than two-and-half hours to meet astronaut Julie Payette on Canada Day while she did a Q&A. On Saturday, Senyk was able to get the now-Governor General to autograph the photo they posed for together 19 years ago. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Sacha Senyk, back in 1999, waited more than two-and-half hours to meet astronaut Julie Payette on Canada Day while she did a Q&A. On Saturday, Senyk was able to get the now-Governor General to autograph the photo they posed for together 19 years ago. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Sacha Senyk, back in 1999, waited more than two-and-half hours to meet astronaut Julie Payette on Canada Day while she did a Q&A. On Saturday, Senyk was able to get the now-Governor General to autograph the photo they posed for together 19 years ago. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
Gov. Gen. Julie Payette hosted the Winter Celebration on the grounds of Rideau Hall on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018. The Governor General stopped and talked with guests throughout the event Saturday afternoon. Ashley Fraser/Postmedia
It’s been so warm that the Opeongo Hills Nordic Ski Club west of Ottawa cancelled its annual loppet, which was scheduled for Sunday, “due to lack of snow” but plenty of “icy conditions.”
Pierre Cuguen, one of the organizers of the nationally known Gatineau Loppet set for Feb. 16-18, was confident Saturday that Mother Nature would deliver in time for the 40th annual event. Gatineau Park’s trails are actually in decent shape, he said.
Students from Nunavut shared their Inuit culture and language through drumming, dancing and throat singing. #RideauHall #WinterCelebration pic.twitter.com/YElDKdyaXx
— OSGG / BSGG (@RideauHall) January 27, 2018
“Now we’re just hoping for more snow,” Cuguen said as he took in the giant ski action at Rideau Hall.
Karen Abrahamsen, the wife of the Danish ambassador, was handing out cups of warm elderflower juice, butter cookies and explanations of hygge — her country’s concept of coziness. She likened it to glowing candles, warm, woollen socks and the pleasure of getting together with friends.
It’s something to cheer Danes up during winters that can be grey and dark, she said, as her husband, Niels Abrahamsen, read classic Hans Christian Andersen tales to the gathered kids.
Take a look at highlights from this year’s #WinterCelebration! #RideauHall #Ottawa pic.twitter.com/u4FEBkNWhk
— OSGG / BSGG (@RideauHall) January 27, 2018
Maybe Ottawa could use a little hygge — it was warmer than Copenhagen on Saturday and just as grey with rain in both cities’ forecasts. The couple will soon end five years in Ottawa where they’ve enjoyed skiing, snowshoeing and the typically bright and crisp winter days.
“We need some more snow and sun,” Abrahamsen joked. “This is our last winter.”
Members of the Governor General’s Foot Guards introduced visitors to some of their training exercises during a fun obstacle course! #WinterCelebration #RideauHall pic.twitter.com/YdaedBiWmj
— OSGG / BSGG (@RideauHall) January 27, 2018
Good news — the forecast has a bit of both.
Environment Canada’s forecast is for a few showers to end late Saturday evening and for the mercury to drop to -5 C.
For Sunday, expect a mix of sun and cloud, a high of 1 C and a low of -9.
Monday’s forecast is for a nearer-seasonal high of -6 C and low of -11. There’s a 30 per cent chance of flurries during the day and 60 per cent overnight.
Tuesday is to be sunny with a high of -8 C and a low of -19, and there’s a 60 per cent chance of snow Wednesday.
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