Winter weather and low temperatures have triggered the opening of a warming shelter at the Campbell River Community Centre.
According to the City of Campbell River, the centre will be open for short-term visits and provide a place for people experiencing homelessness to access resources.
“It’s a place for vulnerable populations to warm up and be provided with access to information on resources,” the city said. “It’ll be staffed by individuals experienced in supporting people experiencing homelessness.”
The centre will be open overnight and close at 7 a.m., starting today (Feb. 17) and lasting until Feb. 18.
Funding for the site is provided by the province through Emergency Management Climate Readiness, with support from the City of Campbell River.
