Depending on the season, there are temporary respite sites, such as Warming or Cooling Centres, and the Out of the Cold Program during the winter season.
Warming/Cooling Centres are opened for all when any factors combine to result in extreme weather. When there is an extreme weather alert (either 31 degrees when hot or below -5 degrees when cold), different temporary locations open across the City.
Once a warming/cooling centre has been opened it will remain open 24 hours a day until the weather improves. In addition to providing shelter, warming centres will also have snacks, washroom facilities and referrals to emergency services.
No need to register or book a spot. Just walk-in.
Warming Centres open starting November 15th during extreme cold temperatures.
Out of the Cold is an interfaith program – working with churches, synagogues, temples – to provide access to shelter, food and warm clothing during the winter months.
Out of the Cold is offered at different locations each night of the week.
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