York Region has issued a Cold Weather Alert for February 13.

During extreme cold weather, 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. 

For those seeking shelter after the closure of municipal facilities, please reach out to York Region Emergency Housing at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140. You can also contact one of the seasonal shelter providers listed on york.ca/emergencyhousing

Tips on Staying Warm

• Limit your exposure to extreme cold weather
  
• If it's too cold outside, consider staying indoors
• Make sure your head, face, ears, neck, hands and feet are well protected