Snow Clearing and Winter Maintenance
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To help the community stay safe and snow-ready, we’ve gathered important information and reminders to keep in mind during snowy weather.
Whether it’s clearing snow from your sidewalk, parking wisely, or giving snowplows plenty of space, a little effort from everyone can make a big difference in keeping Clarington safe and accessible this winter.
Municipal Sidewalk Snow-Clearing
Clarington launched a new municipal sidewalk snow-clearing program on arterial roads.
Senior Snow Clearing Program
We offer seniors and residents with a physical disability a snow clearing service on sidewalks and driveway windrows.
Sidewalk Snow Removal
Clarington's snow clearing by-law gives property owners 24 hours to clear snow and ice from sidewalks.
Winter Road Maintenance
Learn how Clarington staff work to keep roads and sidewalks safe during snowy and icy conditions.
Weight Restrictions
Winter weight restrictions come effect each fall and are lifted in the spring.
Winter Parking
Parking on the street during a snow event can slow down snow clearing operations.
Winter Maintenance Emergency
Learn how you can report a winter maintenance emergency like downed trees or icy roads.
| Report a Winter Road Maintenance Emergency |
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Report winter road maintenance emergencies like drifting snow, icy roads or downed trees by calling 905-623-3379 ext. 2661. For after-hours road emergencies, please call Oshawa Fire Dispatch at 905-433-1234. You can also report non-emergency concerns through the Service Clarington portal. |
| Winter Parking |
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Parking on the street in the winter months can interrupt or prevent effective snow clearing operations. Snow plow operators clear snow as close to the curb as possible (or end of travelled portion of roadway where no curb exists), but road obstructions, like parked vehicles, prevent this task from being completed.
If you park on the street and interfere with snow clearing operations, your vehicle may be ticketed and towed. Parking on the street during a snow event can slow down snow clearing operations, and in some cases, it can stop all snow clearing on that street. |
Snowplow Tracking Map
Stay up to date on snow-clearing operations in your neighbourhood with our new snowplow tracking map. Using GPS technology, the snowplow map updates every five minutes, providing real-time information on where maintenance vehicles have been in the last 24 hours.
View the Snowplow Tracking Map
Frequently asked questions
| What is the Clarington snowplow map? |
| The snowplow map is an online, interactive map that shows the progress of Clarington’s snow-clearing operations. You can see in real time (updated every five minutes) where our winter maintenance vehicles have been over the last 24 hours. |
| Does the map show where plows are going next? |
| No. The snowplow map does not show the exact location of the plow or its route. Instead, it updates every five minutes to show where our winter maintenance vehicles have already been. During a storm, crews may need to leave residential areas to re-plow main roads and emergency routes before coming back to neighbourhood streets. |
| How do crews decide which roads to clear first? |
Clarington follows a priority system:
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| Why hasn’t my street been plowed yet? |
| If it is still snowing, crews focus on keeping main roads open. Residential streets are cleared once the snow has stopped or when primary routes are under control. Please check the snowplow map before submitting a service request. |
| Will this tool replace the ability to submit a service request if I think my road has been missed? |
| No, but it will help you see if the plow is in your neighbourhood or if your street has already been serviced before submitting a service request. If the map shows your road hasn’t been plowed within the expected timeframe, you can still submit a service request at www.clarington.net/ServiceClarington. |
| Can I access the snowplow map on my phone? |
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Yes! The map works on mobile devices, so you can check it on the go. |
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