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Departments > Sustainability > Extreme Weather Protocol Extreme Weather Protocol for Greater Victoria The Extreme Weather Protocol is a community program involving shelter providers, faith groups, social service agencies, fire and police, working together to increase the number of emergency shelter beds available during acute winter weather conditions of heavy wind, heavy rain, snow and temperatures of zero or below. This initiative was first introduced after a severe cold snap in January 2004, when the City's Silver Threads building was used as a short-term emergency shelter. When extreme weather conditions are predicted and year-round shelter beds are full, participating organizations implement the Extreme Weather Protocol by opening up additional shelters and moving to overflow beds. Shelter capacity expands from 225 to 370 emergency beds and mats, including 30 mats for youth from October 15 to April 15.
Help Needed to Equip Emergency Homeless Shelters Help equip extra emergency homeless shelters for extreme weather conditions this winter by contributing resources such as blankets, self-inflating mats, towels and rain-proof jackets. Donations of money, time, and additional shelter spaces are also greatly appreciated. Donations and contributions can be directed to the program coordinator - Jen Book. Jen Book If you have time to volunteer, please contact the Canadian Red Cross: Sonja Ruthe
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