emergencies

Emergency shelters

Find the closest shelter

Locate a shelter closest to your home to know where to find refuge in the event of an emergency.

Each person is asked to bring the following to a shelter:

Three to four days supply of food and drink that does not need cooking.
Can opener.
Three to four days supply of water (one gallon per day per person).
First aid kit that includes prescription medications.
Special needs items for infants (formula, bottles, and diapers, etc).
Special needs items for elderly or disabled family members.
If you have small children, do not forget to bring at least one of their favourite foods (e.g., breakfast cereal) and something to keep them occupied.
Bedding (sleeping bags, pillows).
Battery-powered radio, flashlight and extra batteries.
A change of clothes.
Extra set of car keys, credit cards, cash.
Passports and important family papers.
Reading materials and quiet games to help pass time and keep children occupied.
Car charger for your cell phone.

No pets/animals
No smoking
No illegal drugs or alcohol
No cooking (stoves)
No weapons, knives, blades (including Swiss army knife/ multi purpose tool)
No loud noise of any kind
No abuse of any kind
All persons are expected to contribute to the cleanliness and sanitation of the shelter
Doors are locked at 9pm
All conflicts must be reported to shelter staff
All persons must sign in and out at all times