每年2月渥太华都会举行冬庆节，雪雕如林，乐意融融，每个人都可以用刀用铲在组委会提供的大冰块上雕刻自己的作品，如果作品十分出众，还可以进行拍买。
January 31, 7 pm举行开幕仪式. 并会燃放焰火.
Events:
Weekend 1 ― January 31 to February 2
Jacques-Cartier Park
Snowflake Kingdom Activities Launch
January 31, 10:30 am
The Chairman of the National Capital Commission (NCC) and the mayor of Gatineau invite you to the opening of Snowflake Kingdom for a hint of the Ice Hog legend and the arrival of the Ice Hogs. Presented by the NCC and the City of Gatineau.
Snowflake Kingdom Kick-Off Show
January 31, 7 pm
Giant snow slides recall the great Ice Hog Adventure, from Canada’s Far North to Canada’s Capital Region. Watch snowboard demonstrations with the FOKUS team, cheer on street performers and enjoy live family entertainment under the Big Top, followed by fireworks.
Snow Sculpture Workshop
February 1 and 2, 10:30 am and 1:30 pm
A chance for young people to sculpt their favourite animal with the help of a professional sculptor.
Confederation Park
Casino du Lac-Leamy Crystal Garden: One-Block Challenge
January 31, 8 am to 10 am
Awards Ceremony: January 31, 4 pm
One-block sculptures on the theme of “celebration” offer a glimpse of what professional and amateur ice sculptors will create over the weekend. Organized in collaboration with the Ottawa-Hull Ice Carvers Society and sponsored by the Casino du Lac-Leamy.
Casino du Lac-Leamy Crystal Garden: 16th International Ice-Carving Competition
January 31, 11:30 am to 11 pm; February 1, 8 am to 11 pm; February 2, 8 am to 12 noon
Awards Ceremony: February 2, 3:30 pm
Professional and amateur carvers from around the world come and put their talent to the test. Be sure to drop by at night to see the illuminated sculptures (starting on Sunday, February 2). Organized in collaboration with the Ottawa-Hull Ice Carvers Society and sponsored by the Casino du Lac-Leamy.
Vote for the Casino du Lac-Leamy Crystal Garden Public Choice Award
February 2, 10 am to 2 pm
Awards Ceremony: February 2, 3:30 pm
Pick your favourite Singles and Pairs carvings and you could win a prize! Sponsored by the Casino du Lac-Leamy.
Rideau Canal Skateway
Bushtukah Winterlude Triathlon
Arboretum and Queen Elizabeth Driveway
February 2, 9 am to 11 am
This activity combines 8 km of skating, 7 km of cross-country skiing and 5 km of running. Information: (613) 762-9496 or www.zone3sports.com. Organized by Zone3sports in support of the Ottawa Hospital Foundation.
RBC Fantasy on Ice
At Fifth Avenue
February 2, 2 pm
Special performance by a star figure skater. (see schedule under Ongoing Activities)
Sponsored by RBC Financial Group.
Dows Lake
Bushtukah Winterlude Snowshoe Race
Dows Lake and Arboretum
February 1, 9 am to 11 am
An enjoyable 3-km race in the snow.
Information: (613) 762-9496 or www.zone3sports.com. Organized by Zone3sports in support of the Ottawa Hospital Foundation.
Major’s Hill Park
(On the VIA Rail Canada Stage)
Winterlude Official Opening Ceremony ― With Fireworks
January 31, 7 pm
Let’s give a warm welcome to the Ice Hogs as they arrive at the 25th Winterlude, and celebrate the pleasures of winter with them in Canada’s Capital Region! Sponsored by CJOH Television, host media sponsor.
Celtic Spirit ― NEW
February 1 and 2, 2 pm
Warm your body and soul as these artists perform tunes that’ll keep your feet jigging!
February 1: Mauvais Sort, Glengarry Bhoys
February 2: Dave Anthony Overdrive, Deux Saisons
Other Sites
ByWard Market Mardi Gras ― NEW
ByWard Market
January 28 to February 3
Enjoy the winter Mardi Gras experience and check out the great shops, restaurants, bars and activities that Ottawa’s ByWard Market has to offer.
Information, dates and times: www.ottawamardigras.com.
ByWard Market Stew Cook-Off ($)
ByWard Market, outside (George Street at William Street)
January 31, 12 noon
For only $10, taste stew from more than 20 great restaurants and vote for your favourite! Information: (613) 562-3325 or www.byward-market.com or www.marche-by.com. Organized by the ByWard Market BIA.
Winter Party
Rideau Hall
February 1, 1 pm to 4 pm
An afternoon of skating, snowshoeing, sleigh rides and other winter delights.
Information : (613) 991-4422, 1 866 842-ggca.or www.gg.ca.
Norway/Keskinada Giant Ski Relay
Rideau Hall
February 1, 2 pm
Be part of this exciting event as teams of 16 people complete a relay using the world’s longest pair of skis. Information: (613) 238-6571 or www.emb-norway.ca. Organized by the Embassy of Norway and the Keskinada Loppet.
3rd Annual Face-Off for Easter Seal Kids
Monday to Saturday
February 3 to 8, 10 am to 3 pm
Encourage your favourite hockey team. Come and join us on Saturday, February 8 at 4 pm for cake and hot chocolate. Organized by the Easter Seal Society and presented by 106.9 The BEAR.
The Story of the Ice Hogs
Magical Timeless Animals
This story begins once upon a time, many thousands of years ago… long before your parents, and your grandparents, were born… even before countries had names. It was the time of the last Ice Age. A group of magical, furry animals crossed an ice bridge over the Bering Strait from Russia to Alaska, and then they travelled deep into the Far North of what is now called Canada.
Mysterious Winter Creatures
These amazing creatures were Ice Hogs. They are related to ground hogs, but they are much larger, and much more mysterious. And they love everything about winter: the snow, the wind, the cold. Every year, they hold a great celebration to say goodbye to winter and remind it to come back and play again next year. Sometimes they spend weeks playing games, dancing and holding competitions.
Summer Hibernation?
After their party, the Ice Hogs get ready to hibernate. They know that soon the weather will warm up, and they hate the warm, sticky weather. When the days get longer and the snow starts to melt, Ice Hogs burrow into the permafrost or under a glacier, and sleep nice and cold and cozy all summer long. When the cold weather comes back in the fall, the Ice Hogs wake up from their long sleep and welcome winter.
Ice Hogs Meet Winterlude
The Ice Hogs stayed hidden for a long, long time - until about 24 years ago. But then Mr. Ice Hog heard about something interesting: it was a new winter celebration called "Winterlude" in Canada's Capital Region. Winterlude sounded like so much fun that Mr. Ice Hog set off to see it for himself.
A Family Affair
As you can imagine, the people who organize Winterlude were very surprised to see this magical visitor. They got acquainted, and Mr. Ice Hog said he'd be happy to be the Winterlude mascot and come back for the festival every year. He brought Mrs. Ice Hog with him the next year, and, a few years later, he brought the twins, Nouma and Noumi. And now you know how the Ice Hogs came to Winterlude!
The Ice Hog Version of a Tropical Getaway!
The Ice Hogs enjoy visiting Canada's Capital so much that nowadays they come even before Winterlude for a longer visit. While they're here, they live in Jacques-Cartier Park, because they love playing on the snow structures, walking through the Park, watching people having fun, and giving big furry hugs to children. The Ice Hogs also like to go to the Canal and the other Winterlude sites to enjoy ice and snow sculptures, music and all sorts of performers.
Do You Believe?
You may think that they walk, drive or take the bus to the other Winterlude sites. But some people say that those orange-painted holes in the Canal are not used only for flooding the Canal to make a smooth skating surface. They say that the holes are magic doorways that the Ice Hogs use to get around quickly. Don't get too close to the holes, though, because there really is water underneath. But keep your eyes open - you never know what can happen with magical creatures!
January 31, 7 pm举行开幕仪式. 并会燃放焰火.
Events:
Weekend 1 ― January 31 to February 2
Jacques-Cartier Park
Snowflake Kingdom Activities Launch
January 31, 10:30 am
The Chairman of the National Capital Commission (NCC) and the mayor of Gatineau invite you to the opening of Snowflake Kingdom for a hint of the Ice Hog legend and the arrival of the Ice Hogs. Presented by the NCC and the City of Gatineau.
Snowflake Kingdom Kick-Off Show
January 31, 7 pm
Giant snow slides recall the great Ice Hog Adventure, from Canada’s Far North to Canada’s Capital Region. Watch snowboard demonstrations with the FOKUS team, cheer on street performers and enjoy live family entertainment under the Big Top, followed by fireworks.
Snow Sculpture Workshop
February 1 and 2, 10:30 am and 1:30 pm
A chance for young people to sculpt their favourite animal with the help of a professional sculptor.
Confederation Park
Casino du Lac-Leamy Crystal Garden: One-Block Challenge
January 31, 8 am to 10 am
Awards Ceremony: January 31, 4 pm
One-block sculptures on the theme of “celebration” offer a glimpse of what professional and amateur ice sculptors will create over the weekend. Organized in collaboration with the Ottawa-Hull Ice Carvers Society and sponsored by the Casino du Lac-Leamy.
Casino du Lac-Leamy Crystal Garden: 16th International Ice-Carving Competition
January 31, 11:30 am to 11 pm; February 1, 8 am to 11 pm; February 2, 8 am to 12 noon
Awards Ceremony: February 2, 3:30 pm
Professional and amateur carvers from around the world come and put their talent to the test. Be sure to drop by at night to see the illuminated sculptures (starting on Sunday, February 2). Organized in collaboration with the Ottawa-Hull Ice Carvers Society and sponsored by the Casino du Lac-Leamy.
Vote for the Casino du Lac-Leamy Crystal Garden Public Choice Award
February 2, 10 am to 2 pm
Awards Ceremony: February 2, 3:30 pm
Pick your favourite Singles and Pairs carvings and you could win a prize! Sponsored by the Casino du Lac-Leamy.
Rideau Canal Skateway
Bushtukah Winterlude Triathlon
Arboretum and Queen Elizabeth Driveway
February 2, 9 am to 11 am
This activity combines 8 km of skating, 7 km of cross-country skiing and 5 km of running. Information: (613) 762-9496 or www.zone3sports.com. Organized by Zone3sports in support of the Ottawa Hospital Foundation.
RBC Fantasy on Ice
At Fifth Avenue
February 2, 2 pm
Special performance by a star figure skater. (see schedule under Ongoing Activities)
Sponsored by RBC Financial Group.
Dows Lake
Bushtukah Winterlude Snowshoe Race
Dows Lake and Arboretum
February 1, 9 am to 11 am
An enjoyable 3-km race in the snow.
Information: (613) 762-9496 or www.zone3sports.com. Organized by Zone3sports in support of the Ottawa Hospital Foundation.
Major’s Hill Park
(On the VIA Rail Canada Stage)
Winterlude Official Opening Ceremony ― With Fireworks
January 31, 7 pm
Let’s give a warm welcome to the Ice Hogs as they arrive at the 25th Winterlude, and celebrate the pleasures of winter with them in Canada’s Capital Region! Sponsored by CJOH Television, host media sponsor.
Celtic Spirit ― NEW
February 1 and 2, 2 pm
Warm your body and soul as these artists perform tunes that’ll keep your feet jigging!
February 1: Mauvais Sort, Glengarry Bhoys
February 2: Dave Anthony Overdrive, Deux Saisons
Other Sites
ByWard Market Mardi Gras ― NEW
ByWard Market
January 28 to February 3
Enjoy the winter Mardi Gras experience and check out the great shops, restaurants, bars and activities that Ottawa’s ByWard Market has to offer.
Information, dates and times: www.ottawamardigras.com.
ByWard Market Stew Cook-Off ($)
ByWard Market, outside (George Street at William Street)
January 31, 12 noon
For only $10, taste stew from more than 20 great restaurants and vote for your favourite! Information: (613) 562-3325 or www.byward-market.com or www.marche-by.com. Organized by the ByWard Market BIA.
Winter Party
Rideau Hall
February 1, 1 pm to 4 pm
An afternoon of skating, snowshoeing, sleigh rides and other winter delights.
Information : (613) 991-4422, 1 866 842-ggca.or www.gg.ca.
Norway/Keskinada Giant Ski Relay
Rideau Hall
February 1, 2 pm
Be part of this exciting event as teams of 16 people complete a relay using the world’s longest pair of skis. Information: (613) 238-6571 or www.emb-norway.ca. Organized by the Embassy of Norway and the Keskinada Loppet.
3rd Annual Face-Off for Easter Seal Kids
Monday to Saturday
February 3 to 8, 10 am to 3 pm
Encourage your favourite hockey team. Come and join us on Saturday, February 8 at 4 pm for cake and hot chocolate. Organized by the Easter Seal Society and presented by 106.9 The BEAR.
The Story of the Ice Hogs
Magical Timeless Animals
This story begins once upon a time, many thousands of years ago… long before your parents, and your grandparents, were born… even before countries had names. It was the time of the last Ice Age. A group of magical, furry animals crossed an ice bridge over the Bering Strait from Russia to Alaska, and then they travelled deep into the Far North of what is now called Canada.
Mysterious Winter Creatures
These amazing creatures were Ice Hogs. They are related to ground hogs, but they are much larger, and much more mysterious. And they love everything about winter: the snow, the wind, the cold. Every year, they hold a great celebration to say goodbye to winter and remind it to come back and play again next year. Sometimes they spend weeks playing games, dancing and holding competitions.
Summer Hibernation?
After their party, the Ice Hogs get ready to hibernate. They know that soon the weather will warm up, and they hate the warm, sticky weather. When the days get longer and the snow starts to melt, Ice Hogs burrow into the permafrost or under a glacier, and sleep nice and cold and cozy all summer long. When the cold weather comes back in the fall, the Ice Hogs wake up from their long sleep and welcome winter.
Ice Hogs Meet Winterlude
The Ice Hogs stayed hidden for a long, long time - until about 24 years ago. But then Mr. Ice Hog heard about something interesting: it was a new winter celebration called "Winterlude" in Canada's Capital Region. Winterlude sounded like so much fun that Mr. Ice Hog set off to see it for himself.
A Family Affair
As you can imagine, the people who organize Winterlude were very surprised to see this magical visitor. They got acquainted, and Mr. Ice Hog said he'd be happy to be the Winterlude mascot and come back for the festival every year. He brought Mrs. Ice Hog with him the next year, and, a few years later, he brought the twins, Nouma and Noumi. And now you know how the Ice Hogs came to Winterlude!
The Ice Hog Version of a Tropical Getaway!
The Ice Hogs enjoy visiting Canada's Capital so much that nowadays they come even before Winterlude for a longer visit. While they're here, they live in Jacques-Cartier Park, because they love playing on the snow structures, walking through the Park, watching people having fun, and giving big furry hugs to children. The Ice Hogs also like to go to the Canal and the other Winterlude sites to enjoy ice and snow sculptures, music and all sorts of performers.
Do You Believe?
You may think that they walk, drive or take the bus to the other Winterlude sites. But some people say that those orange-painted holes in the Canal are not used only for flooding the Canal to make a smooth skating surface. They say that the holes are magic doorways that the Ice Hogs use to get around quickly. Don't get too close to the holes, though, because there really is water underneath. But keep your eyes open - you never know what can happen with magical creatures!
