Roller hockey players frustrated by Burnaby ban on inline skates at sports boxes - CBC

British ColumbiaInline skates have been banned from Burnaby’s two newest multi-use sports boxes, leaving roller hockey players concerned about the next generation of players and with few options to play outdoors. Rinks are often in poor condition, and players say it’s pushing out the next generationArden McLeod · CBC News · Posted: Oct 10, 2026 10:39 PM EDT | Last Updated: October 11Listen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation says the rink at Queen Elizabeth park needs renewal and several other outdoor courts in Vancouver face similar age-degradation issues. (CBC)Inline skates have been banned from Burnaby’s two newest multi-use sports boxes, leaving roller hockey players concerned about the next generation of players and with few options to play outdoors. The city opened the Sohen Gill and Jack Crosby sports boxes in April 2024, which was met with excitement from the roller hockey community before the city prohibited inline skates from the facilities.