A severe winter storm is impacting the Cochrane District today, creating dangerous travel conditions and affecting essential services. Please read the following important updates and take precautions to stay safe:
- All CDSB offices are closed today (December 29th, 2025).
- All Community Paramedicine visits are cancelled today (December 29th, 2025).
- Paramedics are doing their best to respond to emergency calls, but response times may be delayed. Some addresses may be inaccessible due to highway closures and heavy snow.
- If your situation is not life-threatening, please consider virtual care options: https://nevirtualcare.ca/ or https://health811.ontario.ca/static/guest/chat-online
- Avoid travelling unless absolutely necessary until the storm clears.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.