With the high temperatures forecast for the next few days, the following sites in Collingwood are available to the public as cooling centres during regular hours of operation.
Interactive Map of Cooling Centres & Water Refill Stations
Collingwood Public Library
55 Ste. Marie Street
Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Water fountains available
Centennial Aquatic Centre
451 Third Street
Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Water fountains available
Central Park Arena
85 Paterson Street
Monday to Thursday 6:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday 6:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Water fountains available
Museum / Station
45 St. Paul Street
Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday CLOSED
Transit Terminal
Second & Pine Street
Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Small cooling centre and water bottle refilling station.
During Heat Waves:
- Drink fluids, especially water, before feeling thirsty.
- Slow down! Your body can't function as well in high temperatures.
- Cool down in a cool store, public library, or community pool.
- Shade heads and faces with a loose-fitting ventilated hat or umbrella when outdoors.
- Dress appropriately in light-weight, light-coloured, and loose-fitting clothing.
- Avoid getting sunburned. It decreases the body's ability to cool.
- Never leave infants, children or pets inside a parked vehicle.
- Remember to check on elderly family members, neighbours and friends to make sure they are comfortable and safe.
Click here for more information on heat waves and how to stay safe.