Extreme Cold & Warming Centres: Multiple Communities in BC. November 10, 2022



Warming Centres

In response to extreme cold, Warming Centres may be opened for the public at the discretion of local governments and First Nations in affected areas. Communities that have opened Warming Centres in response to this event, as of November 10th, 2022, include:

Connect with your local government or First Nation for more information about extreme cold resources and supports available in your community.

Temporary Winter Shelters and Extreme Weather Response Shelters are also operated by BC Housing and their partners for anyone who is homeless or at risk of homelessness:


Extreme cold safety and preparedness

Contact a healthcare provider, or call HealthLinkBC at 8-1-1, if you are experiencing mild, cold-related illness. Call 9-1-1 in case of medical emergency.