Snow Removal

Snow Removal

• The snow removal season typically runs from December to late April and is dependent on the weather.
• Residents are informed of snow being removed from city streets by radio ads and signs that are placed 24 hours before removal.
• Snow removal begins at 12:00 a.m. and takes place during the early morning to avoid conflicts with motorists, pedestrians and children at play.
• Residents must ensure parked vehicles are removed by midnight of the scheduled day or they will be removed (towed).
• Residents are advised that there will be traffic delays in snow removal areas and if possible to use an alternate route to avoid delays.

The City thanks you for your patience and reminds residents to use caution in snow removal areas and not pass moving equipment.

Snow Removal & Garbage Pick-Up

The City of Yellowknife needs your cooperation with snow removal and garbage pickup in your area. Please ensure streets are clear of obstacles for operators to perform snow removal in the early hours of the morning. Signs are placed 24 hours in advance in areas of snow removal so residents are aware snow removal will be taking place. The City would also like to remind residents that once garbage bins have been emptied to return them to your property so streets are clear for snow road maintenance.

The City appreciates your assistance in this matter to ensure a smooth snow removal transition.

For a map of snow plowing and sanding priorities, please visit the CityExplorer map tool.

If you would like to recognize a business for prompt and thorough snow removal, please visit our Golden Shovel page for information and the submission form.