The ClimateSafe Cooling, Warming and Clean Air Spaces Map is an interactive map that helps residents find publicly accessible locations and services that may be useful during extreme weather events and other climate-related conditions.

The map includes information about locations such as:

• Cooling and warming spaces
• Public washrooms
• Drinking water access points
• Splash pads, pools and recreational water locations
• Libraries, community centres and municipal buildings
• Shelters and community support locations
• Clean air spaces during wildfire smoke or poor air quality events

Using the ClimateSafe Map

The ClimateSafe Map can be used to find nearby locations that may provide temporary relief during periods of extreme heat, extreme cold, wildfire smoke and poor air quality. Locations identified on the map may provide opportunities to cool down or warm up, access drinking water, reduce exposure to poor air quality, rest indoors and connect with community services and supports.

Some locations listed under Services and Supports may offer additional programs or longer-term assistance, depending on the organization and services available.

Why This Map Was Created

Climate change is contributing to more frequent and intense weather and environmental conditions that can affect health, including extreme heat, extreme cold, wildfire smoke, poor air quality and severe weather events.

These conditions can increase the risk of health impacts such as:

• Heat-related illness
• Dehydration
• Respiratory illness
• Cardiovascular health impacts
• Mental health stress
• Other weather-related health concerns

Some individuals may be at greater risk due to age, health status, housing, income, access to transportation or other factors.

The ClimateSafe Map was developed to help residents identify local spaces and services that may be available during these conditions.

Learn more about local climate-related health risks and priority impacts identified through Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health's Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Assessment (CCHVA).

Emergency Preparedness Information

For information about emergency preparedness, severe weather and community emergencies, visit:

City of Guelph - Emergency Management and Preparedness: Emergency preparedness resources, alerts and planning information for extreme weather and community emergencies.

Wellington County - Public Safety: Emergency preparedness information, public safety resources and guidance for severe weather and community emergencies.

Dufferin County - Emergency preparedness: Emergency preparedness resources, severe weather guidance and emergency planning information for residents and communities.

Community Supports and Partner Resources

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Map Information and Limitations

The ClimateSafe Map is intended to help people of all ages and abilities identify locations, services and supports that may be available during extreme weather and climate-related events.

Information displayed on the map is compiled from municipal, public health and community partner data sources.

While efforts are made to keep information current and accurate, operating hours, accessibility features, service availability and other facility information may change without notice.

The inclusion of a location or organization on the map does not imply endorsement by Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health.

Contact Us

Contact us to:

• Report incorrect information
• Suggest a new location or resource
• Recommend a community support service
• Request an update or correction
• Provide feedback about the map

Disclaimer

The ClimateSafe Map is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute emergency, medical or legal advice. In an emergency, call 911.