City warming centre will activate again Saturday night

The City of Campbell River is activating the warming centre at the Campbell River Community Centre, 401 11th Ave., in response to continued low overnight temperatures.

The warming centre will open at 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, and run until 7 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 22.

The city said the warming centre will be staffed by people experienced in supporting those experiencing homelessness.

“The warming centre is open to everyone for short-term stays and is a place for vulnerable populations to warm up and be provided access to information on resources,” the city said in a news release.

The city encouraged residents to visit its website and social media channels for updates.

Sage Daniels
Sage Daniels
Sage is a news reporter stationed in Campbell River, B.C. He went to college for Radio Broadcasting in Toronto, where he worked in his college newsroom. When Sage isn't in his office, he's likely in the bush, fishing or playing his bass guitar.

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