🔥 Hot Weather’s Coming—Here’s Where to Cool Off in Winnipeg
Heads up, Winnipeg: it’s going to be really hot on Thursday and Friday. Thankfully, there are quite a few places around the city where folks can cool down and grab some water for free.
💧 Hydration Stations
There are nine hydration stations set up with free clean drinking water:
- 469 Selkirk Ave. (The Bell Tower)
- Stella & Main (near Mount Carmel Clinic)
- Princess & Henry (by Siloam Mission)
- Roslyn & Osborne
- 369 Furby (close to Agape Table)
- Maryland & Ellice (near Spence Neighbourhood Association)
- 190 Disraeli (by N’Dinawemak)
- 406 Edmonton (Central Park near Knox United Church)
- 185 Young (Broadway Neighbourhood Centre)
🏫 Public Places to Cool Off
- Libraries and leisure centres are open during regular hours and offer water and air conditioning.
- City-run indoor pools and outdoor spray pads are great for families needing a break from the heat.
- Some community centres are also acting as cooling spaces this summer.
🌙 24/7 Cooling & Drop-In Spaces
For anyone needing a safe place to stay cool overnight, these locations are open day and night with shelter, water, food, and support:
- Velma’s House, 566 Bannatyne Avenue
- West End 24/7, 430 Langside Street
- St. Boniface Street Links, 311 Provencher Boulevard
- N’Dinawemak, 190 Disraeli Freeway
☀️ Heat Safety Reminders
- Drink water often—even if you don’t feel thirsty yet.
- Avoid alcohol when it’s really hot.
- Check on vulnerable neighbours or family—seniors, folks with health issues, etc.
- Wear loose clothes, a hat, and stay in the shade when possible.
- Never leave kids or pets alone in a car—even briefly.
- If someone seems dizzy, confused, or unwell, call 911 right away.
- Be careful not to overload electrical outlets with fans or portable ACs.
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