Cold warning issued for Feb. 24, 2026

Update: Cold warning has been cancelled for Feb. 24, 2026.

A cold warning has been issued for Halton Region beginning Feb. 24, 2026. 

When an extreme cold warning is issued by Halton Region Public Health, residents can stay warm at all designated Burlington Public Library branches during library open hours. 

Cold warnings are issued by Halton Region Public Health during any of the following weather conditions: 
•Daily predicted low of -15°C without wind chill 
•Environment and Climate Change Canada issues an Extreme Cold Warning for outdoor activity (temperature or wind chill is expected to reach minus 30°C for at least two hours) 

Warming Centre information: Where to go in Burlington 

Aldershot Branch 
550 Plains Rd. E. 905-333-9995 

Alton Branch 
3040 Tim Dobbie Dr. 905-634-3686 

Brant Hills Branch 
2255 Brant St. 905-335-2209 

Central Branch 
2331 New St. 905-639-3611 

New Appleby Branch 
5151 New St. 905-639-3611 

Tansley Woods Branch 
1996 Itabashi Way 905-336-5583 

For hours, visit www.bpl.on.ca.  

For immediate support or shelter from the cold, call 311. Halton Region will connect you with shelter and overnight support resources. City of Burlington community members can access a variety of Regional emergency shelter options, support services, and assistance in finding more permanent housing. For more information, visit Halton Region's Housing Supports and Services webpage.