Winter Maintenance in Thorold

As part of our winter maintenance program, the Public Works crews’ clear roads and sidewalks to improve driving and walking conditions for everyone. During snow-clearing operations of roads, vehicles parked on the roadway make it difficult and unsafe for plows to operate. Parking on the roadway is a violation of the Parking and Traffic By-law 150-2012 and may result in fines.

Where do residents park during winter maintenance?

• Park on the apron of your driveway (as long as sidewalks are not blocked)
• Ask a neighbour to park in their driveway
• Use a public parking lot

Sidewalk Safety is everyone’s responsibility

During winter, property and business owners are responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their property. Clear sidewalks help ensure safe and accessible travel for pedestrians, strollers, wheelchairs, and mobility devices. Snow, ice, and slush must be cleared from sidewalks 24 hours after a snowfall has ended as outlined in the Snow and Ice Removal By-law (169-2015) or may result in fines.

How will we enforce this?

• Complaints will be investigated by a By-Law Officer
• A Notice to Comply may be issued for non-compliance
• A $50 fine may apply if a sidewalk is not cleared 
• If the sidewalk remains uncleared after re-inspection, the City may complete the work and
  apply all related costs and administrative fees to the property owner’s tax bill

What happens when a Significant Weather Event is declared by the City?

• The City will publish a web alert and post on social media to inform residents.

• All vehicles must be removed from the roadway until snow plowing on your street is complete or risk being towed.
• Once your street has been plowed, vehicles may return to the cleared portion of the roadway.

Parking on the roadway during snow removal is a violation of the City of Thorold Parking and Traffic By-law 150-2012 and may result in a $100 fine. During a Significant Weather Event, vehicles may be towed at the owner’s expense.

Stay Updated

To report a winter maintenance concern or learn more, visit the City of Thorold’s website at the button below.

Learn More

To stay informed of significant weather events, residents are encouraged to:

• Follow the City of Thorold on social media
• Subscribe to the emergency alert banner on the City’s website

These channels provide the most up-to-date information during winter weather events.