Updating you faster on sidewalk and pathway snow clearing

Sidewalk snow plow

Wondering how quickly we’re clearing snow after a storm?

Our snow operations map is an excellent resource for keeping track of snow-clearing progress or current parking bans. And thanks to some recent changes, it’s getting even better.

We’re now using automatic vehicle location (AVL) technology built into our equipment to update progress on individual sidewalks, pathways, and bike paths every 15 minutes. Previously, staff entered this information manually for an entire area — typically at the end of a 12-hour clearing shift.

“Connecting AVL to our sidewalk and pathway progress map removes an extra step of work and updates the public much faster,” said Michael Cantor, our Manager of Streets Maintenance.

“As soon as a sidewalk or pathway is cleared, you’ll see that reflected on the map.”

Remember to check the map before reporting a missed clearing. If the road or path is blue, that means we’re still working on clearing it.

You can also select different filters to see progress on routes for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.

Looking for more ways to stay up to date on snow clearing? You can also:

Transportation and streets

Was this information helpful?

How can we make this web page better?

Information collected will be used to improve our website. Do not use this form to submit a request for service or information because it will not be forwarded to departments for response. To submit a request for service or information, contact 311.

This form is not intended to collect personal information; however, any personal information you choose to include in your comments is collected by the City of Winnipeg under the authority of section 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of improving our website and will not be used or disclosed for any other purposes, except as authorized by law. Contact the Corporate Access and Privacy Officer by mail (City Clerk’s Department, Susan A. Thompson Building, 510 Main Street, Winnipeg MB, R3B 1B9) or by telephone (311) if you have any questions about the collection of this information.