Heat Alerts and Warnings

Cooling Spaces / Extreme Heat

Below is a list of resources for Grimsby residents looking to stay cool or find some relief from the extreme heat.

Staying Healthy and Safe During Extreme Heat

Environment Canada issues heat alerts when:

The humidex is 40°C or higher for two consecutive days
Daily temperatures are expected to reach 31°C or higher and overnight temperatures are at least 20°C or higher, for two consecutive days

Public Health lists at-risk populations and ways to protect yourself during a heat warning.

Cooling Spaces in Grimsby

Anyone seeking relief from the extreme heat is welcome at the following Town facilities and outdoor spaces during heat alerts.

Note: schedules may change during holiday hours, please follow the Town of Grimsby news updates and on Facebook and Instagram for updates.

Casablanca Beach Park (565 N. Service Road, Grimsby)
Nelles Beach (91 Lake St., Grimsby)
Fifty Point Conservation – fees apply

See Beach Water Testing results in Niagara.

Please be aware that beaches are unsupervised.

Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre (162 Livingston Ave., Grimsby)
Lions Park (1 Elm St., Grimsby)

Grimsby Lions Community Pool (1 Elm St., Grimsby)

Please visit our Public Swimming webpage to learn more about our pool programs and hours. FREE public swims when a High Heat Alert has been activated. Water filling station available.

YMCA of Niagara (325 Main St. East, Grimsby)

Free open swim and free day passes (including adult, youth, and pickleball) are open to the public while an Environment Canada Heat Warning or Advisory is in effect. Photo ID is required for entry. All standard supervision and swim admission policies apply.⁠ Water filling station available.

YMCA Facility Hours:

Monday to Friday: 5:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday to Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Please Note: The above hours for YMCA Centre hours only. Aquatic schedules vary by location. See the aquatic and fitness schedules here.

Grimsby Museum (6 Murray St., Grimsby)

Hours:

Tuesday - Friday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Learn more about the Grimsby Museum.

Grimsby Public Library (18 Carnegie Lane., Grimsby)

Hours:

Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

Learn more about the Grimsby Public Library. Water filling station available.

Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre (162 Livingston Ave., Grimsby)

Hours:

Week Long: 6 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Learn more about the Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre. Water filling station available.

Social Supports & Emergency Contacts

Social Supports in Grimsby & Niagara

GBF Community Services
Phone: 905-309-5664

Community Care of West Niagara
Phone: 905-563-5822

Emergency Contacts

Police & Ambulance
9-1-1 (emergency only)

Women & Youth Shelters
Call 2-1-1 or visit 211.ca

Social Service Programs, Hostels/Homelessness Prevention & Emergency Assistance

Call Niagara Region toll-free 1-800-263-7215 or visit:

Stay Up To Date

Follow Environment Canada for the most up-to-date alerts.
Visit Niagara Region’s website to learn how to protect yourself during heat alerts.