Clearing Snow & Ice from Toronto’s Roads & Sidewalks

The City has a comprehensive snow and ice response plan focused on salting and plowing of roads, sidewalks and bikeways. The plan prioritizes the safety and mobility of residents above all else, particularly emergency and transit vehicles.

Salting & Plowing Roads

Learn when and how snow and ice is cleared, including Council approved levels of service.

Sidewalk Clearing

Find out when and how snow and ice is cleared from sidewalks and how you can help.

Bikeways Winter Maintenance

Find out when snow is cleared from bike lanes, cycle tracks and multi-use trails.

Snow Removal After Major Storms

Learn when snow is collected and removed from streets.

Salt Management

Understand how salt is transported, stored and used in Toronto.

Winter Safety Tips

Be safe this winter with these safety tips for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers.