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Extreme Weather Shelter

The Extreme Weather Shelter is WEATHER DEPENDANT! 

WCSS uses data from Environment Canada to determine open hours, check the weather at https://weather.gc.ca
 

Who is it for?

All those living in precarious housing situations (vehicle, tent, outdoors, unheated dwelling, unsafe shared living space, etc.) are welcome! No personal identification required.

Date & TIMES

Shelter will be open from 6pm – 8am NIGHTLY if the following conditions are met:

  • Temperatures are -10 degrees Celsius or below, OR
  • Temperatures are 0 degrees Celsius WITH an adverse weather alert

What is provided

  • Sleeping cots, sleeping bags and pillows provided in a shared sleeping area in the WCSS 3rd floor boardroom as well
  • Warm food and beverages in the evening and morning
  • Support Workers on site at all times
  • Free parking

How to register

Contact our Outreach team for more details at 604-932-0113 or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the most up to date information about dates of activation
 

SIGN UP FOR TEXT ALERTS: Text EWR to 604-902-0476

Register Here

Program supporters

Logo for Whistler featuring stylized green and blue mountain peaks above the word "WHISTLER" in bold blue capital letters on a light background, perfect for an Income Tax business based in the scenic region.
BC Housing logo with a circular, segmented design containing a house silhouette, next to the text "BC HOUSING" in capital letters, highlighting How We Help support communities.
Logo of Whistler Health Care Foundation with a green cross and mountain silhouette, alongside the organization's name in grey and blue text, representing How We Help support community health.
Whistler Blackcomb Foundation logo featuring blue stylized mountain shapes and red cursive text with a small heart, symbolizing support for community initiatives funded through income tax contributions.