"The City of Toronto is opening warming centres at 5 p.m. Saturday to provide assistance as temperatures drop below zero, ensuring shelter for those in need."
"Warming centres are pet-friendly and offer meals, resting spaces, and access to washroom facilities, providing essential support for the homeless community."
"York Region has issued a cold weather alert and encourages individuals in need of shelter to contact their emergency housing hotline or the Street Outreach Van."
"If a warming centre reaches capacity, the city will arrange transportation to alternate facilities, ensuring that everyone has access to safe shelter."
The City of Toronto is preparing to open its warming centres in response to the dropping temperatures expected to fall below freezing, starting Saturday at 5 p.m. The city anticipates lows of -7 C, with wind chill making it feel like -12 C. These pet-friendly centres will provide meals, resting spaces, and access to essential facilities. For those who face capacity issues at these centres, transportation will be arranged. Additionally, York Region issued a cold weather alert to assist homeless individuals, urging them to utilize available emergency housing resources 24/7.
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