Midhurst/July 26, 2023 – The County of Simcoe is reminding residents that during extreme heat or cold, County Social and Community Services offices across the region are open to those who may need relief from conditions. In addition to formal cooling centres offered by many member municipalities, County of Simcoe Social and Community Services offices are available to complement local cooling options.
For those who wish to seek refuge from extreme heat or cold events, they may visit a County of Simcoe Social and Community Services office during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday). These offices are available for individuals to seek temporary relief from extreme weather and operate at the following locations, year-round:
Community | Address/Location |
Alliston | 39 Victoria Street East, Alliston |
Barrie | 136 Bayfield Street, 3rd and 4th Floor, Barrie |
Bradford | 157 Holland Street East, Unit 4, Bradford |
Collingwood | 485 Second Street, Collingwood |
Midland | 9226 Highway 93, Unit 109, Midland |
Orillia | 50 Andrew Street South, 2nd Floor, Orillia |
Capacity and on-site services may be limited and varied based on location. For additional information on cooling services and locations in your community, please call 2-1-1 for more information.
About the County of Simcoe
The County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca.
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CONTACTS:
Andrea Walasek
Public Relations Consultant
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
249-535-3511 (mobile)
Andrea.Walasek@simcoe.ca
Collin Matanowitsch
Manager, Public Relations
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
705-734-8386 (mobile)
Collin.Matanowitsch@simcoe.ca