Extreme Heat - Ville de Kirkland

Alerts

To keep you informed of important messages from the city!

2026-08-03

Monday, August 3 - Pressure Testing and Boil Water Advisory for Agincourt and St-Tropez streets

Monday, August 3 - Pressure Testing and Boil Water Advisory for Agincourt and St-Tropez streets

2026-08-01

Saturday, August 1 - Watermain break on Beacon Street causing reduced water pressure and possible discoloured water

Watermain break on Beacon Street causing reduced water pressure and possible discoloured water

2026-07-31

LIFTING of the preventive boil water advisory issued on July 27 for Woodbrooke Court

LIFTING of the preventive boil water advisory issued on July 27 for Woodbrooke Court

2026-07-30

LIFTING of the preventive boil water advisory issued on July 29 for Elkas Blvd., Théorêt St., Brien St., Snair St., place Semenchuk, place Raymond and Jean Yves St.

LIFTING of the preventive boil water advisory issued on July 29 for Elkas Blvd., Théorêt St., Brien St., Snair St., place Semenchuk, place Raymond and Jean Yves St.

Works Info

Stay informed about the work being carried out in the city, whether it involves road repairs, infrastructure maintenance, work on the water network, or park redevelopment. For any questions or to report an issue related to the work, please call 514-694-4100.

2026-07-09

Roadway Rehabilitation – Sainte-Marie East Overpass

Roadway Rehabilitation on Sainte-Marie East Overpass, from July 9 to August 6, 2026.

2026-06-29

Reconfiguration of the merge lane onto Saint-Charles Boulevard South at the Sainte-Marie Road East intersection

Reconfiguration of the merge lane onto Saint-Charles Boulevard South at the Sainte-Marie Road East intersection, starting June 29.

2026-06-15

Road Reconstruction – Place du Souvenir, Aesop St., Allard St., Derome St., Pasquini St.

Road Reconstruction: Place du Souvenir, Aesop St., Allard St., Derome St., Pasquini St. More details...

Extreme Heat

Prevention in the event of a Heatwave

BEFORE

PREPARE YOUR HOME

  • Make sure you can keep your home cool: opaque curtains, blinds, fans, air conditioner.
  • Prepare an emergency kit: water, lightweight clothing, a spray bottle, medication.
  • Use an indoor thermometer to monitor room temperature.

PLAN YOUR ACTIVITIES

  • Check on weather alerts: sign up to receive weather advisories by dialing 1 866 982-7282 or by visiting CONSEILS CLIMAT’s website.
  • Make an emergency plan that includes reminders to hydrate and emergency contacts.
  • Discuss preventive measures with your friends, colleagues, and neighbours.

CREATE A SUPPORT NETWORK

  • Have a list of emergency contacts ready.
  • Identify people around you who are at risk: seniors, people living alone or who are ill.
  • If you live alone, designate someone to check on you

DURING

ADJUST YOUR LIFESTYLE ACCORDINGLY

  • Drink water regularly, even when you don’t feel thirsty.
  • Avoid alcohol and heavy meals.
  • Avoid physical exertion between 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m..
  • Take cool baths/showers or use a spray bottle to cool off.
  • Spend a few hours each day in public places with air conditioning: Pools, libraries, cooling centres.
  • Wear loose-fitting, lightweight clothing in light colours.
  • Protect yourself from the sun: Hat, SPF 15+ sunscreen.
  • Check on friends and family members who are at risk, and let others know how you are doing.

COOL YOUR HOME

  • Close curtains and windows during the day.
  • Open them at night if the air outside is cooler.
  • Limit the use of heat-generating appliances.

KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR HEALTH

  • Dehydration: extreme thirst, fatigue, headache, dry mouth.
  • Heat stroke: dizziness, nausea, confusion, skin that is hot and dry, lack of perspiration

AFTER

  • Open windows and doors to let evacuate accumulated heat out of your home.
  • Continue to drink water regularly.
  • Update your kit and your contacts to prepare for the next heatwave.

WHAT TO DO?

  • Feeling unwell? If you have health-related questions, call Info-Santé at 8-1-1.
  • In case of an emergency call 9-1-1

Vulnerable Individuals

Check in regularly on vulnerable people around you, especially family members or neighbors who are elderly, isolated, or living with a chronic illness or mental health issues.

Source: West Island CIUSSS

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Facilities in Kirkland where you can cool off

Sports Complex - Cooling Centre

16950 boul. Hymus

Opening hours:

  • Wednesday, July 1: Open from 9 am to 8 pm
  • Thursday, July 2: Open from 4 pm to 11 pm
  • Friday, July 3: Open from 4 pm to 11 pm

Kirkland Library - Cooling Centre

17100 Hymus Blvd.

Opening hours:

  • Wednesday, July 1: CLOSED
  • Thursday, July 2: Open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Friday, July 3: Open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Splash Pads

Opening hours: 7 days a week, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

  • HARRIS PARK - 17178 Brunswick Boulevard, H9J 1K9
  • MEADES PARK (universal-access splash pad) - 16950 Hymus Blvd. H9H 3W7
  • HÉRITAGE PARK - 26 Héritage Street H9J 3J9

Ecclestone Pool

110 Granada Street H9H 3J7

Free swim for all:

  • Wednesday, July 1: 2 pm to 4:30 pm
  • Thursday, July 2: 2 pm to 9 pm
  • Friday, July 3: 2 pm to 5 pm and 6 pm to 9 pm