HEAT WAVE – McIsland cooling centre to close, Sandman Centre to open

The Sandman Centre concourse will open Sunday (July 14) as the designated cooling centre until the end of the heat event. The cooling centre at the NHL Ice at the McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre close after 8 p.m. on Saturday (July 13).

Cooling Centre Schedule
Dates: Friday, July 12, and Saturday, July 13
Where: McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre, 1655 Island Parkway
Hours of Operation:12:00–8:00 pm

Dates: Sunday, July 14, until the end of the heat event
Where: Sandman Centre concourse, 300 Lorne Street
Hours of Operation:12:00–8:00 pm

The City says residents are encouraged to check on their friends, family, and neighbours who may have heat sensitivity or vulnerability. Prolonged periods of extreme heat can lead to severe illness and death. Heat can affect anyone, but some individuals are more susceptible than others, especially if they do not have access to air conditioning.

Individuals at Risk

• seniors aged 65 years or older
• infants and young children
• people with pre-existing health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, or respiratory disease
• people with mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia, depression, or anxiety
• people who are pregnant
• people with limited mobility
• people who live alone
• people who are marginally housed
• people who work in hot environments
• people with substance use disorders

“The City continues to work in partnership with social organizations and through the Community Services Officer Outreach Program to conduct outreach to the unhoused population, offering wellness checks, bottled water, and access to supports and resources.

“Residents have many options for seeking heat relief, including access to water parks, drinking fountains with potable water, and washrooms with potable water at various park locations throughout the city.”

For resources and full details on available heat relief options, visit Kamloops.ca/Heat.