Poor air quality can affect anyone; however, some people may be more susceptible to air pollution (wildfire smoke) than others, including the very young or old, those with existing illnesses or others. If you know someone who may easily be affected, check in on friends, neighbours and family members.  

The City of St. Albert activates its Vulnerable Population Weather Response when air quality in St. Albert reaches 7 or higher on the Air Quality Health Index for two or more consecutive days. This helps ensure vulnerable members of our community, including those who are vulnerably unhoused, can receive respite from the smoke.  

Coordinated Efforts

Indoor Locations for relief from the Smoke

If you require relief from the smoke, visit one of these public buildings:  

City Facilities:

• St. Albert Place (5 St. Anne Street) 
• Servus Credit Union Place (400 Campbell Road) 
• Fountain Park Recreation Centre (4 Cunningham Road)

Community Facilities:

• St. Albert Public Library (5 St. Anne Street - in St. Albert Place) 
• Jensen Lakes Library (#1010-880 St. Albert Trail) 
• St. Albert Food Bank and Community Village (#30-50 Bellerose Drive)    

Other City Supports and Partners 

• St. Albert Transit operators will allow individuals to board the bus to get away from the smoke at no cost if they are unable to pay. As well, express buses will stop at bus stops normally served by St. Albert Transit "non-express" routes, if an individual motions they wish to board. Transfers can be obtained if requested for a 90-minute time period.
  • Throughout the year, regardless of weather, no cost emergency bus tickets are available by visiting the City of St. Albert Community Services at St. Albert Place (5 St. Anne Street) during regular business hours.   
• St. Albert Food Bank and Community Village is a significant partner in providing community support for vulnerable persons.  
  • Staff can assist with food, showers and support, and in finding overnight shelter. Call 780-459-0599 or visit stalbertfoodbankandcommunityvillage.com  
• Outside of regular business hours for all facilities, St. Albert RCMP or Municipal Enforcement Services may encounter and assist or can be called to assist unhoused residents in need of shelter in urgent situations.  
• Dial 2-1-1 or visit ab.211.ca for free supports to connect to a variety of community resources. This includes information on where to access shelter, food and other basic needs. 

Medical Distress 

If someone is in medical distress, please call 9-1-1 immediately.   

If members of the public are concerned about someone who is vulnerably unhoused, they can call:

• St. Albert Food Bank and Community Village – Phone: 780-459-0599
• City of St. Albert Community Services – Phone: 780-459-1756
• Outside regular business hours - Call the non-emergency RCMP line at 780-458-7700
   

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