Winter Storm: Stay Warm Inside

Keeping your home warm in winter isn't just about comfort, it's about your health. Most experts recommend keeping indoor temperatures at 18°C or warmer, especially for: adults 65+, babies and young children, anyone with health conditions (heart, lung, mobility, or circulation issues.

If you're generally healthy, you may be okay with your home a little cooler as long as you dress warmly during the day by wearing layers, warm socks, and a sweater or hoodie. Stay lightly active, moving around helps your body stay warm. Layer up at night, use enough blankets, warm pjs, and heating aids (like a hot water bottle) so you're comfortable.

Other self-warming tips:

• Track your indoor temperature
• Drink warm fluids
• Health your home hold heat
  • Add or improve insulation where you can
  • Install storm or thermal pane windows if possible, or cover windows from inside with plastic or insulating film to cut drafts
• Wear layers inside
  • Try to wear a sweater, socks, and a toque inside. Layers trap heat better than one big sweater.

Safely warming your home:

• Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, especially near sleeping areas
• Check heat sources before winter
• Keep a fire extinguisher handy
• Vent fuel burning equipment properly