In response to recent accumulations of snow and forecasted sustained winter conditions, the Annual Winter Route Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 2 a.m. until further notice.
Once in effect, the Annual Winter Route Parking Ban prohibits parking on designated streets between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m.. Residents are urged to check streets for both “Winter Route” or “Snow Route” signs before they park overnight.
If unsure whether the ban applies to a specific location, residents are urged to consult our online address lookup tool, use the Know Your Zone app, use our interactive winter route map, or contact 311.
It’s important to note the parking ban does not fluctuate depending on current conditions. Overnight parking restrictions apply to designated routes whether it is snowing or not, and even if the street appears to have been cleared. This is because snow and ice control activities are ongoing throughout the winter months and crews can do a more efficient job if major routes are clear of vehicles overnight.
Vehicles parked in violation of the Annual Winter Route Parking Ban may receive a $100 ticket ($75 if paid early) and may be towed to the towing company’s compound.
The ban will remain in effect until further notice. Its removal is dictated by weather conditions and will be done by declaration at the City’s discretion later in the season.
Winter routes are a top priority for snow clearing and ice control to ensure that emergency vehicles can navigate quickly and safely around the city. Motorists are reminded to drive to conditions and to use extreme caution when driving near heavy equipment.
To sign up for winter parking ban notifications and for more information about snow clearing and ice control operations, see: winnipeg.ca/snow.