Snow Removal

• Experts warn road salt piles could harm waterways, drinking water

  Experts warn that road salt from melting snow piles can contaminate waterways, harm fish and seep into groundwater, as cities explore ways to reduce its environmental impact.

  Environment

  Mar 13
  
• Ontario city under month-long ‘high alert’ over 300 cm of snowfall

  Barrie remains under a significant weather event that was declared more than a month ago. The city has seen nearly 300 centimetres of snowfall so far this season.

  Weather

  Jan 29
  
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• Saskatoon city council passes motion to monitor snow removal contractors

  Snow removal continues to be a hot topic in Saskatoon, with one councilor especially concerned about the crews contracted to clear and remove snow.

  Jan 28
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• Ministry urges Saskatchewan drivers to be safe on the road around snowplows

  Ministry of Highways says in 2019, they saw four collisions, jumping up to 12 in 2024, and that when driving around snowplows you should be alert, slow down, and give space.

  Canada

  Dec 29, 2025
• Toronto promises improved, co-ordinated snow removal plan after issues last winter

  Mayor Olivia Chow said the city would be overhauling how it handles major snow events this year, with a focus on co-ordination and communication.

  Politics

  Nov 4, 2025
• Winter maintenance report reveals shortfalls in Saskatoon snow clearing

  With cooler temperatures creeping in, Saskatoon city council is discussing this year's snow response, but the city's residents are worried about history repeating itself.

  Environment

  Sep 3, 2025
• Toronto accepting requests for snow clearing blocking public right of way

  The City of Toronto is accepting 311 service requests for residential snow clearing, particularly for blocked driveways, sidewalks and walkways for windrows.

  Weather

  Feb 19, 2025
• Edmonton’s Candy Cane Lane residents receive ice-clearing warnings from city

  Residents on Candy Cane Lane were surprised to find notices enforcing snow clearing, since they have an agreement stating City of Edmonton crews handle clearing during the event.

  Canada

  Dec 15, 2024
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• Lethbridge introduces windrow assistance for residents with mobility challenges

  The City of Lethbridge is preparing for the challenges presented by winter weather, and is offering a new windrow removal service for residents facing mobility challenges.

  Weather

  Sep 3, 2024
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• Lethbridge launches snow removal survey; residents frustrated with past issues

  Staff with the city said the snow needs to be put somewhere and that it's a common practice in other communities to plow snow right next to driveways.

  Weather

  Mar 18, 2024