When snowfall is less than eight centimetres or three inches, sidewalks that access hospitals, schools and public transit systems are sanded by winter maintenance crews according to a designated network of sidewalks called the priority sidewalk system . If a snowfall exceeds this amount, these sidewalks are plowed and sanded, and are generally cleared within 36 hours after the end of a winter storm. Heavy snowfalls and successive storms can extend this period. Don't forget to remove parked cars from the street during plowing or clearing operations. With your help, winter maintenance crews can plow snow faster and more efficiently and you will reduce the chances of having to dig your car out of a snow drift.
Snow plows have no place to push snow except to the curb or shoulder of the road.
Sometimes this happens just after you have finished shovelling. The City is not responsible for damage to plants, driveway curbs or other items that have been placed within three feet of the sidewalk or roadway. Damage to City-owned trees, sod and pavement will be repaired in the spring. Those currently registered in the program will receive their winter claim forms in the mail. People are encouraged to apply early for the service as it takes approximately three weeks to process applications.