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Stay Warm and Safe in Cold Weather

Extreme cold can be dangerous. Fort Saskatchewan provides tips and resources to help you stay safe during freezing temperatures. Learn how to dress for the weather, prevent frostbite and hypothermia, and find local warming centres when you need them most.

Learn about the health risks posed by extreme cold and how to stay well.

Emergency Crisis Supports

Call 9-1-1 if you need emergency help or you see someone in distress.

Call 2-1-1 or text INFO to 2-1-1 for information and referral to community, social, health and related government services in Alberta.

Need a place to warm up?

You are welcome to visit the following City Facilities during regular business hours just to warm up.

City Hall Lobby (10005 - 102 Street)

Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00 pm  – 5:00 pm
Closed Statutory Holidays

Protective Services Building (200 Town Crest Road)

Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Closed Sunday and Statutory Holidays

Fort Saskatchewan Public Library (10005 - 102 Street)

Monday to Thursday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Closed Statutory Holidays

Fort Sask Transit

You will not be turned away if you come to ride and warm-up on any of the FST buses in the City.

City Arenas

Open 3:00 pm –10:00 pm

Dow Centennial Centre (8700 - 84 Street)

Monday to Thursday: 5:30 am – 10:00 pm
Friday: 5:30 am – 9:00 pm 
Saturday: 6:30 am – 8:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

Harbour Pool (10001- 94 Avenue)

Monday to Friday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday: 1:00 – 7:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00 – 9:00 pm

Need support?

Contact Family and Community Support Services for information on resources available to help anyone in need. Call 780-992-6267 from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.

Keeping an eye on furry friends too

If you see dogs in distress, call 780-997-7930. For all other animals, report concerns to the Alberta SPCA.

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