In response to this week’s forecasted extreme heat, the following locations are open and available to the public to provide a cool space and respite from external temperatures. Water will also be provided.
- Recreation centre lobbies and libraries (including the Cowichan Aquatic Centre)
- Cowichan Tribes will be hosting a cooling centre Tuesday - Friday, 10 am – 8 pm at the Elders Building
- Cowichan Neighbourhood House (Chemainus) will be hosting a cooling centre Tuesday – Friday, 10 am – 8 pm
- Warmland House will be open during the day as a cooling centre
- BC Housing will set up communal cooling spaces within buildings.
Visit www.northcowichan.ca/heat for more information.