The Medical Officer of Health (MOH) for Grand Erie Public Health is issuing a Cold Notification for the Grand Erie Public Health region (Brantford-Brant and Haldimand-Norfolk), effective December 4, 2025. A Cold Notification is issued, by the MOH, when parts or all areas of the region are expected to reach temperatures below -15 ºC, or when wind chill values reach -20 ºC. The notification will remain in effect until a cancellation notice is issued. These conditions can pose serious health risks, especially for individuals who are outdoors for long periods or without appropriate clothing, shelter or heating. Cold temperatures can make some chronic health conditions worse, and being outside in very cold weather can cause hypothermia, frostbite or frostnip. If you think you or someone has hypothermia or frostbite, seek immediate medical attention….












