Emergency Shelter Services During Cold Alert January 24-25, 2026

Peterborough, ON – Emergency shelters and a winter overnight warming space are provided in the City of Peterborough to help keep people safe during the extreme cold.

On January 22, 2026, Lakelands Public Health issued a Cold Warning for the County of Haliburton, the City of Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland County, and the City and County of Peterborough for January 24 to January 25.

Environment Canada forecasts the temperature in Peterborough will fall to -28C in the evening on January 23, with the wind chill reaching -36C. Environment Canada warns of the risk of frostbite.

For January 24, the forecast shows a low of -25C.

“These frigid conditions pose a serious health risk, particularly during the early morning and later evening hours when temperatures are typically at their lowest. Lakelands Public Health urges all residents to take precautions to protect themselves,” the local public health agency states in its news release.

“It is also important to recognize signs of cold-related illness. Frostbite may cause pale, numb, or hard skin, typically on fingers, toes, ears, and nose. Hypothermia symptoms include intense shivering, confusion, slurred speech, and difficulty walking; severe hypothermia is a medical emergency requiring immediate attention.”

Information on protecting yourself from the extreme cold can be found on Lakelands Public Health’s website. Visit lakelandsph.ca/cold for more information.

Those in need of shelter can contact one of the following emergency shelter locations: 

• Brock Mission Men’s Shelter, 217 Murray St., 705-748-4766 ext. 1
• YES Shelter for Youth and Families, 196 Brock St., 705-748-3851
• Cameron House, 738 Chemong Rd., 705-748-4766 ext. 2
• Trinity Community Centre, 360 Reid St., runs daytime and overnight drop-in programs, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., respectively.

There are 127 beds within the City’s emergency shelter network and the Trinity Community Centre overnight drop-in program.

Those experiencing homelessness who need help accessing shelter can contact Social Services by visiting the Social Services office, 178 Charlotte St., between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. For after-hours assistance, call 705-926-0096.