Toronto is opening two additional warming centres at 5 p.m. on Saturday to support people experiencing homelessness as the temperature is expected to dip to a chilly -15 C.
Pedestrians make their way down Spadina Avenue on a cold day following light snowfall in downtown Toronto Friday December 20, 2024.
The two sites are activated when the temperature drops below -15 C. With the wind chill, it’ll feel near -20 C this evening. The city has previously opened five warming centres at 136 Spadina Road, 81 Elizabeth Street, 12 Holmes Avenue, Metro Hall at 55 John Street, and 885 Scarborough Golf Club Road. All these centres are open to walk-ins, the city said.All centres have accessibility accommodations, except 12 Holmes Avenue.
Additionally, the city has 24-hour respite sites to provide resting spaces, meals, and service referrals to people in need. These sites operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week and are pet-friendly.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Toronto police investigating homicide after injured man dies Saturday in Corso-ItaliaToronto Police is investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy in the Dawes Road and Chapman Avenue area Sunday as a homicide.
Read more »
Toronto's WNBA Expansion Team May Be Named 'Toronto Tempo'Toronto's WNBA expansion team could be named the Toronto Tempo, according to a screenshot from the league's website. The team is set to start playing in 2026, and the city has been open about its branding process, involving fans in the naming journey.
Read more »
Scottie Barnes re-added to Raptors' injury woes in 113-108 loss to KnicksTORONTO — The Toronto Raptors' injury woes never seem to end.
Read more »
Northern Super League and team officials hold two days of meetings in TorontoTORONTO — Northern Super League and team officials kick off two days of meetings Wednesday in Toronto.
Read more »
Scottie Barnes re-added to Raptors' injury woes in 113-108 loss to KnicksTORONTO — The Toronto Raptors' injury woes never seem to end.
Read more »
Toronto police board approves $46.2M budget increase for 2025Toronto police officers investigate reports of gunshots, in Toronto, Monday, June 17, 2024.
Read more »