Temporary Warming and Cooling Centres
When a heat warning or a cold weather alert is in effect, East Gwillimbury has facilities and amenities for you to visit to shelter from extreme weather conditions. Locations and hours of operation below:
| Facility | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday: Closed Sunday: 12 to 4 p.m. |
| Facility | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Monday to Friday: Saturday and Sunday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m. |
| Monday to Thursday:
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Splash Pads
Town splash pads open annually on June 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Visit a splash pad near you:
| Facility | Location |
|---|---|
| 183 Harvest Hills Boulevard | |
| 19513 Yonge Street | |
| 950 Murrell Boulevard | |
| 84 Oak Avenue | |
| 19300 Centre Street |
Stay safe
Take precautions to reduce the risk of illness during hot weather. Before heading outdoors, remember to stay hydrated, take precautions, and limit heat exposure if possible. For details on heat-related illness prevention and tips, visit York Region’s website at york.ca/ExtremeHeat.
For details on cold weather related illness, prevention and tips, visit York Region's website at york.ca/ExtremeCold.
For assistance outside of these hours please contact the York Region Emergency Housing Central Intake Line at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140 or visit york.ca/emergencyhousing.
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