International Speed Skating Event sanctioned by Speed Skating Canada.  Located on natural ice - 1km oval on Big Rideau Lake in Portland, Ontario (between Kingston and Ottawa on the Rideau Canal system).  One day event (registration fee applies to competitors) January 24.  50 k, 25k, 10k, 5k, and 5k relay speed skating races

website: www.skatethelakeportland.com 

Also offered free skating, curling, canteen fare, fireworks and music.  No admission fee.  Free parking.