Dating safely
Most people you meet are exactly who they say. These habits protect you from the few who aren’t.
Romance scams: the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
Never send money, gift cards or crypto to someone you haven't met in person, however good the story. Report romance scams to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre on 1-888-495-8501, contact local police, and tell the site where you met.
River ice: only use the monitored trail
The City of Winnipeg says to treat all river and pond ice as unsafe, even where there's no warning sign. Police consider frozen waterways unsafe for recreation except monitored areas such as the river trail at The Forks. Skate there, and nowhere else on the rivers.
Source: City of Winnipeg: First responders urge caution around thin ice conditions
Meet somewhere busy and warm
For a first meeting, pick a busy public spot like The Forks Market, where there are people around and somewhere warm to wait. Tell a friend your plans, dress for the cold, and plan your trip home before you go.
Source: Travel Manitoba: Ways to cruise the Nestaweya River Trail