February 6, 2026: Warming Centres During Extreme Cold Event
Environment Canada has issued an extreme cold warning for this weekend, February 7 and 8. The City of Owen Sound is reminding residents of the Warming Centres available during such an event. If caught outside in extreme cold, seek shelter in designated warming stations during regular business hours.
Locations include:
Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre/YMCA Share Corridor
700 10th Street East
Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library
824 1st Avenue West
Saturday: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
24-Hour Warming Centre:
Safe n' Sound at 310 8th Street East is open 24/7 from November 1 to March 31 for the 2025 winter season. Safe and Sound is closed from 1 PM to 3 PM for essential cleaning to maintain the space.
During the 1 PM to 3 PM timeframe, individuals are directed to OSHARE at 946 3rd Ave East.
Residents requiring assistance, emergency shelter, or community supports are reminded to call 211. 211 is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. An online 211 resource is also available.
For more information, please contact Heidi Jennen, Supervisor of Environmental Sciences at 519-376-4440 ext. 3223 or email hjennen@owensound.ca.
Quick Facts:
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For more information, visit the City’s warming centre webpage https://www.owensound.ca/living-here/emergency-services-and-safety/warming-centres/
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