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Burnaby emergency warming centre opens ahead of expected snowfall

Environment Canada said between 10 and 30 cm of snow is anticipated for the region.
Jess Balzer
Jess Balzer
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Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Metro Vancouver, including Burnaby, with snowfall amounts ranging from 10 to 30 cm. AnthonyRosenberg/iStock/Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

The City of Burnaby has activated its emergency warming centre ahead of anticipated snowfall. 

On Thursday (Feb. 23), Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Metro Vancouver, including Burnaby, that could see between 10 and 30 cm Saturday night (Feb. 25) with temperatures hovering at the freezing mark. 

The overnight warming centre at 7320 Buller Ave. is scheduled to operate from 8:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. daily until further notice, the city said in a news release.

It added the location was chosen because it provides the necessary space and amenities. 

Emergency weather shelters in Burnaby

  • Douglas Shelter (2294 Douglas Rd.)
  • The Neighbourhood Church (7135 Walker Ave.), open the 1st to 15th of the month
  • Westminster Bible Chapel (7540 Sixth St.), open the 16th to end of the month
  • Emergency warming shelter (7320 Buller Ave.), activated at specific times