Extreme Weather Response (EWR) Program

Provides individuals and families in need with temporary shelter beds during extreme weather conditions between November 1st through to March 31st. Each community decides on a local basis when to issue an Extreme Weather Alert based on current conditions and local forecasts, determining when locations will be open, and the number of spaces available. Shelters remain open only for the duration of the Extreme Weather Alert. The online BC Shelter Map shows locations of EWR shelters across the province, and whether they are open or closed.