It was hard to navigate your way through all the people at the Natrel Skating Rink at Montreal’s Old Port as hundreds slid across the ice.
It was obvious that spring break was in full swing as families flocked to the water side.
WATCH: March break activities with your kids
The Scalzo family took full advantage of the sunshine on the first day of March break.
Get breaking National news
“We decide to come out and enjoy the nice weather outside at the Old Port. It was a beautiful day,” said Joe Scalzo.
Thousands of families across Quebec will be enjoying time off.
Scalzo says that this year, his family will stay close to home.
- Canada faces off against the United States in para hockey development camp
- Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk set for 6 months on the International Space Station
- Calgary city council approves outdoor watering schedule as part of demand reduction plan
- ‘Bailey’s Law’ clears House of Commons hurdle to toughen intimate partner violence laws
“Stay-cation out and about enjoying the city and try to get some restaurants in, along with activities with the kids,” he said.
Not everybody is staying within the province. There has been an influx of traffic at the airport, according to Marie-Claude Desgagnes, spokesperson for Trudeau International Airport.
Nearly 35,000 departures were recorded on March 1.
Projections see that same high volume of flyers returning on March 10.
READ MORE: Ferry service in Montreal’s east end to expand after ‘successful’ pilot project
There is a whole slew of activities around the city meant for everyone.
You can find a full list of creative events and outings at Tourism Montreal’s website.
Comments
Want to discuss? Please read our Commenting Policy first.