Kamloops council review cold weather response plan and renews call for shelter access at 0°C

Kamloops council review cold weather response plan and renews call for shelter access at 0°C

Kamloops City Council has reviewed the 2025 Cold Weather Response Plan, outlining how the city and its partners will protect vulnerable residents during extreme cold this winter — and reignited the debate over when emergency shelters should open. During the October 21st meeting, Emergency Preparedness Manager Ty Helgason presented the City’s updated plan, which details expanded shelter services, outreach supports, and coordination between local …