Stay cool in Surrey, White Rock & Delta with cooling centres, misting tents, and pet-friendly spaces open during the heatwave.
Mercury Rising: Where to Beat the Heat in Surrey, White Rock, and Delta
As temperatures climb and wildfire smoke lingers in the air, communities across Surrey, White Rock, and Delta are stepping up with cooling centres, misting tents, and community spaces to help residents—and even pets—find relief.
Heat Alert Issued for the Region
The Homelessness Services Association of B.C. issued a heat alert on Friday, Sept. 5, after humidex values made it feel like 29˚C or hotter in some areas. In White Rock, Environment Canada forecast highs of 23˚C with a humidex of 30˚C, plus a special air quality advisory due to wildfire smoke.
Surrey Cooling Options
Several neighbourhood hubs in Surrey are open with air-conditioned spaces, misting tents, and water access:
- Bill Reid Place (17752 Colebrook Pl.): 10 a.m.–6 p.m., misting tent, water, pet-friendly
- Gateway Shelter (10677 135A St.): 10 a.m.–6 p.m., misting tent, water
- Safepoint OPS (13759 107a Ave.): 7 a.m.–1 a.m., misting tent, water, harm reduction supplies
- Pacific Community Resources CCYH (10453 Whalley Blvd.): Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–6 p.m., indoor cooling, water, showers, youth up to 19
- Pacific Community Resources NYH (114-13479 76th Ave.): Mon–Fri, 1 p.m.–6 p.m., indoor cooling, water, youth up to 19
- Surrey Welcome Hub (13545 King George Blvd.): 1:30 p.m.–11 p.m., indoor cooling, water
- Hyland House Newton (6595 King George Blvd.): 10 a.m.–6 p.m., misting tent, water, pet-friendly
- Sources Newton Resource Centre (102-13771 72A Ave.): Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., indoor cooling, water
White Rock Cooling Spaces
Residents in White Rock also have dedicated cooling centres:
- White Rock Community Centre (15154 Russell Ave.): 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., water, heat-response supplies, pet-friendly
- Sources Peace Point Overdose Prevention Site (15521 Russell Ave.): Mon/Tues/Fri, 5:30 p.m.–11 p.m.; Sat/Sun, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m., indoor cooling, water, harm reduction supplies
Delta Cooling Facilities
In Delta, city-run community centres, libraries, and recreation hubs are open for those needing a break from the heat. Options include:
- Recreation Centres: Kennedy Seniors, KinVillage, Ladner, McKee Seniors, North Delta, South Delta, Sungod, Tilbury Ice, Tsawwassen Arts, and Winskill Aquatic
- Libraries: George Mackie, Ladner Pioneer, and Tsawwassen branches
More City-Run Cooling Spaces in Surrey
Beyond shelters and resource centres, Surrey’s recreation centres, libraries, and arts facilities also welcome anyone seeking relief. Many are pet-friendly, including:
- Cloverdale Recreation Centre (6188 176 St.)
- Clayton Community Centre (7155 187A St.)
- Fraser Heights Recreation Centre (10588 160 St.)
- Guildford Recreation Centre (15105 105 Ave.)
- Surrey Sport & Leisure Complex (16555 Fraser Hwy.)
- South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre (14601 20 Ave.)
- Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre (13458 107A Ave.)
- Newton Recreation Centre (13730 72 Ave.)
Libraries across Cloverdale, Guildford, Fleetwood, South Surrey, City Centre, Newton, Strawberry Hill, Ocean Park, and Semiahmoo are also open.
Staying Safe in the Heat
With temperatures climbing and air quality warnings in place, residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity, and check on vulnerable neighbours. Pets are welcome at many cooling sites, so furry friends don’t get left behind.
Relief is just around the corner—whether through misting tents, indoor cooling centres, or a shaded community library, there are plenty of ways to keep cool this weekend.
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