Overnight Warming Centre Opens December 1 at the Former Quinte Exhibition Grounds

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The overnight warming centre operated by Hastings County will be located within the grandstands building at the former Quinte Exhibition grounds (240 Bridge St. West) for the 2024-2025 season.

The centre will open on Dec. 1 and operate between the hours of 8 p.m. and 8 a.m., seven nights a week until March 31, 2025. Security will be on site 24/7.

During the day, individuals are encouraged to utilize public facilities to stay warm.

Please note that this is a warming centre for individuals to come in from the cold. Beds and meals are not provided.

Those seeking other social service supports are encouraged to contact Hastings County Community and Human Services at 613-771-9630 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or the after-hours emergency line at 1-877-528-9514 between 4:30 p.m. and 8:30 a.m. for more information on services provided.

Please remember to check on those who are living alone during extreme temperatures.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

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