Fairbank Memorial Community Centre

Fairbank Memorial Community Centre

Don Montgomery Community Recreation Centre, located in Scarborough, Toronto, is a multi-purpose facility with twin ice pads specifically designed for ice hockey, recreational skating and group classes. The facility is operated by the City of Toronto and is designed to serve the community.

The Scarborough Ice Raiders (or S.H.A. Hockey Club) conducts its competitive and educational activities at the facility, and games are held there. Practices are primarily held in other venues, but official games are held at the facility.

There are also programs such as Leisure Skate, Shinny Hockey for children and youth, skating and hogging classes for all ages from October to March, and family events are also included in the annual calendar.

Active classes or leagues

1. House League

• A program for ages 5-6.
• Games are played weekly on the complex's ice rink; practices are usually held at other venues, such as McGregor Park or Agincourt Arena.
• The league season runs from approximately October 1 to April 4, with preseason registration open until July 31, 2025.

2. Select Program

• Selected House League teams compete in the "Select" division against other teams in the New York Hockey League (NYHL) and other competitions.
• Includes one practice session and one game per week, separate from House League competition.

3. Little Raiders

• For ages 5-6, basic skating and basic hockey instruction is offered once a week on Saturday mornings in the main hall.

4. Initiation Program

• Different age groups, such as Under7 to Under9, are run on either a “cross-ice” or modified-ice format with station drills and scrimmages.
• During the fall, practice and games are offered on Sunday mornings, along with optional free skating skills lessons.

5. Atom to Bantam / Minor Midget to Juvenile

• Weekly Atom–Bantam games are held at Don Montgomery; practices are scheduled at other venues.
• Minor Midget to Juvenile only games are held at the same venue, with no practice.

Features & Amenities

• Fields and sports: It has 2 NHL standard ice rinks (twin ice pads) that can be used for ice hockey games and practice.
• Parking: Surface parking with a capacity of approximately 114 cars (including 6 special spaces for the disabled).
• Locker rooms, showers, indoor facilities: It will have standard indoor locker rooms and toilets for users.
• Lighting and ventilation system: The hall is equipped with air conditioning and ventilation suitable for long-term use, but the details are not documented.
• Ancillary and public facilities: The complex includes multipurpose spaces for cultural, social, sports, children's and seniors' programs, and other services such as a snack bar are provided on site; there is also the possibility of renting an ice station by users.

Book now

1. Visit the Parks & Recreation Facilities Booking page on the City of Toronto’s official website. This platform covers booking conditions for ice rinks, sports fields, stadiums, etc.
2. To make a reservation, you must create an account on Toronto Online Registration and Booking or activate it if you already have one. A registration guide is also available on the site.
3. If you are planning to book a long-term league or camp, use the Seasonal & League Booking option, and for a specific date, such as private lessons or group training, the One-Time Booking option is suitable.
4. Ice rink reservations for individuals (non-corporate) can only be made between 2 and 14 days in advance of the desired date.
5. An hour of time usually includes 50 minutes of use and 10 minutes of ice maintenance time. Liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $2 million is automatically added. If you or your group do not have insurance, the cost will be calculated automatically.
6. After selecting a time and confirming the details, the reservation fee must be paid online. Reservations made are non-refundable and non-transferable. After payment, a confirmation will be sent to the user.

Location & Accessibility & Contact & Support

• Exact address: 2467 Eglinton Avenue East, Scarborough, ON M1K2R1, Canada
• Access and public transportation: The nearest subway station is Kennedy—a short walk east on Eglinton Avenue. Kennedy GO Station is also very close by, and bus lines like the 20, 34A, 57, 954, and 12A TTC also have stops near the center, making it a good option for getting to the center.
• Center phone: (416)396-4043
• Parks & Recreation Department email: parks[at]toronto[dot]ca (for reservations and council programs)

FAQs

Can I play for local leagues at this facility?

Yes, there are various hockey leagues and recreational programs active at this complex and you can participate through local clubs and sports organizations.

What sports are offered at this complex?

The main sport at this complex is ice hockey, but there are also programs for public skating and hockey training classes.