Newmarket opens temporary warming centres

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News & Notice

York Region has issued a Special Weather Alert for March 28 to 30.

Due to significant ice accretion of 5 to 10 cm, likely power outages, and icy and slippery conditions, the Ray Twinney Recreation Complex and the Magna Centre will be open as a temporary warming centre during its regular hours of operation.

  • Ray Twinney Recreation Complex (100 Eagle Street West): Monday to Sunday from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Magna Centre (800 Mulock Drive): 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Anyone experiencing homelessness in York Region who is looking for shelter during a Special Weather Alert should call the York Region Emergency Housing Central Intake Line at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140. You can also contact one of the seasonal shelter providers listed on york.ca/emergencyhousing