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Community Safety &
Well-Being
The Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex is your designated Cooling Centre during periods of extreme heat warnings.
Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex
1867 Valley Farm Rd, Pickering, ON L1V 6K7
Daily: 6:00 am - 11:00 pm (while heat alert is in effect)
Leashed pets/pets in carriers are welcome, providing they are well-controlled by their owner. Extra seating and water will be available in the lobby.
During winter months, the City of Pickering will activate warming centres during Extreme Cold Weather Alerts.
Visit durham.ca for cold weather alerts.
Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (Lobby)
1867 Valley Farm Rd, Pickering, ON L1V 6K7
Monday – Fridays | 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday | 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
1 The Esplanade S, Pickering, ON L1V 2R6
Monday – Friday| 9:30 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday | 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
George Ashe Library & Community Centre
470 Kingston Road, Pickering, Ontario L1V 1A4
Monday - Friday | 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday | 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday | 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Emergency overnight shelter will be provided at Peace Lutheran Church with services by DARS.
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