Select Cool Spaces, including the 24-hour location at 136 Spadina Rd., are available during the current Heat Warning. Residents are encouraged to confirm hours of operation before visiting, as locations may have modified schedules due to the May 18 holiday.
Check the Environment and Climate Change Canada website for information on your local forecast and weather alerts , or download the WeatherCAN mobile app.
Spending time in a cool space can help protect your health during hot weather.
The Heat Relief Network is a city‑wide network of more than 500 cool spaces available throughout the summer, not just during heat warnings. Take a break from the heat in comfortable, welcoming spaces like libraries, community centres, civic buildings, pools, splash pads, select malls and partner facilities.
Enter an address or nearest intersection to find a cool space near you. You can also browse the interactive map to explore locations.
Location results update automatically as you move around the map. Use filters to narrow results by location type, amenities and days of operation.
The map identifies all available cooling locations but hours, services or access conditions may change day-to-day or hour-to-hour. Please check individual locations for the most up-to-date information before visiting.
For more information about locations that do not indicate hours:
Shelters and 24-hour respite sites can be found at: toronto.ca/homelesshelp.
The City of Toronto continues to work with community partners across the city to expand the Heat Relief Network and increase access to cooling spaces. Organizations interested in joining the Heat Relief Network can contact publichealth@toronto.ca.