The vast majority of sidewalks in the former communities of Etobicoke, North York and Scarborough, many sidewalks in East York and York, and some sidewalks in Toronto are cleared of snow by mechanical ploughing within 36 hours if the accumulation is greater than 8 cm. (approx. 3 in.).

However, on streets with continuous on-street parking and where sidewalks cannot be cleared by mechanical ploughing, residents are required to clear ice and snow from sidewalks adjacent their property within 12 hours of a snowfall.

If you are a senior of if you are disabled and live in a area where sidewalk show cleaning is not automatically done, you can register by calling 416-392-7768.

Please note that the service applies to the sidewalk in front of your home only and does not include driveways or walkways leading to homes.

For assistance with private property snow cleaning, seniors and disabled can call Access Toronto at 416-338-0338 or e-mail them at accesstoronto@toronto.ca to obtain a list of organizations that provide these services. A nominal fee may apply.