Seasonal Preparedness

With winter soon approaching, the City is reminding residents to prepare for the season ahead.

Drivers are reminded to use winter tires, clear all snow, ice and frost from windows and lights before driving, drive cautiously, and budget extra time to get to your destination.

Snow will soon arrive, and everyone has a role to play in clearing snow and keeping our community safe and accessible for all residents.

Roads and paved trails

City crews will maintain roads and paved trails throughout the winter in accordance with the City’s Snow and Ice Control Policy.

Once snow removal begins, the City will provide a weekly update on areas scheduled for snow removal, including hauling snow away. Stay tuned to the City’s social media channels and visit whitehorse.ca/snow for updates.

Please slow down and give crews space to work safely as they keep our roads and trails safe and accessible for all residents.

A reminder that Miles Canyon Road is now closed for the season.

Residential properties

Owner/occupiers of residential properties have until 48 hours after a snowfall to clear any sidewalks or lane crossings along your property, in accordance with the Maintenance Bylaw.

Maintaining sidewalks in good condition is essential to providing safe, accessible and convenient travel for people of all ages and abilities, supporting ease of movement and access throughout the community.

Fire hydrants on your property must be clear of snow and ice, and accessible.

Any snow you clear must stay on your property and cannot be placed on the roadway.

Commercial properties

Commercial property owners have until 11 a.m. the day after a snowfall to clear snow and ice from any sidewalks, lane crossings, accessibility ramps bordering your property, and accessible parking spots, in accordance with the Maintenance Bylaw.

Clearing the sidewalks allows safe passage for all users. Please do not place snow around parking meters, fire hydrants or infrastructure.

Fire hydrants on your property must be clear of snow and ice, and accessible.

Any snow you clear must remain on your property or be disposed of at the City’s snow dump.

Visit whitehorse.ca for more information on property maintenance and the Maintenance Bylaw.

If you have concerns about snow clearing or notice properties that are not being properly maintained, please use our online Report A Problem form or email Bylaw Services at [email protected].

Contact:
Matthew Cameron
Manager, Strategic Communications
City of Whitehorse
[email protected]
(867) 689-0515