With temperatures expected to soar above 35C with humidex values nearing 44C today, and persisting through the weekend, King Township is reminding residents there are a number of Cool Spaces in King—and many more across York Region—to help people stay safe and cool.
Residents can access the following designated Cool Spaces across the Township during regular hours of operation:
- King Township Municipal Centre at 2585 King Road: open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Zancor Centre at 1600 15th Sideroad: open Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on weekends from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Dr. William Laceby Nobleton Community Centre & Arena at 15 Old King Road: open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Trisan Centre at 25 Dillane Drive: open Monday through Thursday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. and weekends from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- King City Library Branch at 1970 King Road, open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Nobleton Library Branch at 8 Sheardown Drive, open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Schomberg Library Branch at 77 Main Street, open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Splash Pads: King’s four splash pads are open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. These are located at Memorial Park and Salamander Park in King City, Tasca Park in Nobleton and Hickstead Park in Schomberg. For more information, visit king.ca/parks.
Residents are also encouraged to use York Region’s Cool Spaces Map to find additional Cool Spaces across the region.
Health Threat
Extreme heat can pose serious health risks, especially for older adults, infants and young children, pregnant people and those with chronic illnesses or limited mobility. Symptoms of heat-related illness include dizziness, nausea, rapid heartbeat, confusion and lack of sweating.
Heat stroke is a medical emergency—if someone shows symptoms, call 911 and begin cooling them immediately by moving them to a cool place, applying cold water and fanning them.
Residents are encouraged to check in regularly with vulnerable individuals, such as senior neighbours who live alone, to see how they are coping.
And remember—never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.
Extreme heat can be a serious health threat. For more information and tips, visit york.ca/extremeheat.
