Winter Weather Impacts - January 25, 2026

Winter Weather Impacts

A significant winter storm is forecast to impact the City of Hamilton beginning late this morning and continuing into the evening. 

Environment Canada has issued an Orange Warning – Snowfall, with 20 to 35 cm of snow possible. There will be reduced visibility with heavy snow and local blowing snow.

Closures

• All City facilities, including arenas, community centres and the Gage Park Greenhouse, will close at noon today. 
• All Hamilton Civic Museums are closed. 

Warming Centre Remains Open

• The emergency Warming Centre at Bennetto Community Centre will remain open for anyone in need of a warm indoor space.

HSR

• HSR will be operating on its usual schedule and service may be slow due to the weather conditions. 
• We will share any service disruptions on social media.
• Customers can check for their next bus using the real-time trip planners. 

Accessible Transportation Services 

• We are monitoring weather for DARTS service and would ask clients to consider cancelling non urgent trips.
• Any updates will be shared via social media including on Twitter @dartstransit. 
• Customers who don’t intend to travel will be asked to call 905-529-1717 to cancel any scheduled trips.