Snow and Ice Control | Town of Morinville

Deadline to apply: October 16, 2026

Snow haul contractors wanted

Morinville is accepting applications for contract vehicle snow hauling for the 2026-2027 winter season. Please email your completed package to pw.admin@morinville.ca.

Download the Snow Haul Contractor Package

Current Winter Maintenance Status

There are no active snow-clearing operations at this time.

Last updated September, 2026.

Our crews work to keep roads, sidewalks and pathways safe, following the Snow and Ice Control Policy. We thank residents and businesses for their patience and cooperation, including following on-street parking restrictions, which help crews work safely and efficiently.

Interactive Snow Clearing Map

Check snow clearing status
Find your snow clearing zone
Check parking bans and restrictions

Snow and Ice Control Map

Report a Concern

The quickest way to report a snow or ice concern is through Report It. Your concern will be sent to the appropriate team and reviewed based on priority.

Report a Concern

Follow us on Facebook

For the latest snow clearing, parking bans and winter maintenance updates, follow Morinville on Facebook.

Follow us on Facebook

Snow clearing made simple

Check out our short, easy-to-follow videos to learn how snow clearing works in Morinville and the important role you play in helping keep our community safe and accessible all winter long.

When Will My Street Be Cleared?

How Are Residential Streets Cleared?

Resident Responsibilities

When will my street be cleared?

Residential snow clearing begins when the required compacted snow depth of 12 cm is reached and higher-priority roads have been cleared.

Morinville is divided into five residential snow clearing zones, with crews completing one zone at a time. The starting zone rotates with each snow clearing event so that no neighbourhood is always first or last.

Crews work through each zone as quickly and safely as possible to restore access throughout the community.

Priority 4: Residential street and laneway snow clearing rotation chart

Last residential snow removal began:	Next residential snow removal will begin in:

Morinville Snow Clearing Zones And Priority Map

Frequently Asked Questions

When is snow clearing actioned? 

When is snow removal actioned?

Morinville clears roads based on snow depth measurements and a priority system designed to keep the community moving safely and efficiently.

The amount of snow received helps determine when road clearing is required and which road priorities are actioned. Once snow depth reaches the established level for clearing, crews work through the road priority system.


Snow Depth or Condition	Action Taken If a second snowfall occurs before initial snow-clearing operations, the target completion time will reset so crews can return to higher-priority areas.	Target for Completion
Accumulations between 0 to 5 cm and/or during icy road conditions	Priority 1 Roads Main roads, trails and sidewalks next to Municipal-owned properties will be cleared. Municipal parking lots will also be cleared, with snow piles removed after higher priorities are complete. Sanding of key intersections.	8 hours
Accumulations between 5 to 10 cm	Priority 2 Roads Arterial roads will be cleared, with snow pushed away from sidewalks where possible or onto boulevards where space allows.	24 hours
Accumulations between 10 to 15 cm	Priority 3 Roads Neighbourhood collector roads, including the industrial park, will be cleared to keep traffic moving to main roads. Snow will be pushed away from sidewalks where possible.	72 hours
Over 10 cm of compacted snow	Priority 4 Roads (Residential) Residential snow clearing will begin by zone, with each zone fully cleared, including roads, lanes and pathways.	10 days
Freezing Rain Event	Sanding of key intersection within approximately 30 m of the intersection will occur	8 hours

Is there a street priority system in place for snow removal? 

Morinville clears roads based on a priority system designed to keep the community moving safely and efficiently.

This approach helps ensure emergency vehicles, school buses and commuters can safely travel on the community’s busiest roads while crews continue working throughout Morinville.

Priority 1: Main Roads

It consists of 100 Street and 100 Avenue. Trails and sidewalks (red lines) adjacent to Municipal-owned properties, St. Germain Place (Civic Hall), Morinville Community Cultural Centre, Morinville Leisure Centre, Meunier Maintenance Building (Infrastructure Services), St. Jean Baptiste Park, Don Found Fire Station (Fire Hall Bay access), will be cleared concurrently at this priority level using designated equipment. Municipal Parking Lots will be cleared, and snow will be pushed into piles, which will be removed after the snow event, once all other priorities are complete, or as time permits.

Priority 2: Arterial Roads

Once the main roadways are complete, Arterial Roads will be cleared. Where possible, snow will be pushed to the side of the road that does not have a sidewalk, or to both sides of the road if there is a boulevard between the sidewalk and the curb.

Priority 3: Neighbourhood Collectors

Neighbourhood Collector Roads, including the industrial park, will be cleared to facilitate the movement of vehicles towards Arterial Roads. Where possible, snow will be pushed to the side of the road that does not have a sidewalk, or to both sides of the road if safe to do so.

Priority 4: Residential Streets/Lanes

Once the main and Arterial Roads are complete, Residential Roads will be cleared in accordance with the Zones outlined on the enclosed map. Morinville has been divided into five Zones, which are scheduled on a rotating basis. For example, Zone1 will be cleared first, followed by Zone 2, then Zone 3, and so on. The next snow event, Zone 2 will be cleared first, and Zone 1 will be cleared last. Each Zone will be cleared entirely, including pathways and lanes, to facilitate delivery of our contracted solid waste and recycling services, and to allow lane access to residences with no other alternatives available. If snow clearing occurs on the same day as residential waste/recycling pickup, residents should place waste carts
in the center of their driveway. Windrows left within residential driveways will be cleaned up with municipal equipment as best as possible, leaving behind a Windrow of at least 4-6 inches (10-15 cm).

View the Snow Clearing Zones and Priority Map

What is a windrow?

During snow clearing, you may notice long piles of snow called windrows. Crews create these temporary piles to clear the roadway quickly and safely so traffic can resume as soon as possible. The windrows are removed once the streets have been cleared. 

Why is there a pile of snow in my Cul-de-sac?

Cul-de-sacs may take a little longer to clear because of their circular shape and the extra room required for snow clearing equipment to safely maneuver. Snow often needs to be pushed into temporary piles before it can be removed. 

Parking Bans

What is a parking ban?

Parking bans are specific restrictions to parking that support snow clearing and ice control operations. As per our Traffic Safety Bylaw, Enforcement Services will ticket and tow any vehicles found parked on a street that a no parking sign is placed.

What time do I need to move my vehicle off the street?

Residents must move vehicles off streets with No Parking signs by 7 a.m. on the date listed and keep them off the street until snow removal is complete. We recommend moving vehicles the night before.

Can I park on the street in the evening if a parking ban is in effect?

No. Vehicles must remain off the street for the entire parking ban. Parking between the curb and a snow windrow can narrow the roadway and prevent emergency vehicles from getting through safely.

What do I do if my vehicle is towed during a parking ban?

The registered owner can call Enforcement Services at 780-939-7831 to find out where to pick up the vehicle.

Homeowner Responsibility

Where should my carts and bags go if my street is being cleared? 

Should snow clearing occur on the same day as curbside waste collection, residents should place their carts and blue bags in the center of their driveway (30 cm or 1 foot from the end). During snow clearing carts cannot be on the road, sidewalk or in the gutter.

What should I do with my driveway gutter ramp during the winter?

Remove your gutter ramp from November 1 to March 31. Gutter ramps can slow down snow clearing and damage equipment, especially when they become frozen or covered by snow.

The Town is not responsible for damaged or missing ramps. If a ramp damages Town equipment, you may be responsible for the repair costs.

How long do I have to clear snow from my sidewalk?

Snow and ice must be cleared from sidewalks bordering residential property within 72-hours of a snow event. Non-residential sidewalks must be cleared within 48-hours. If you own a rental property, are traveling, or working out of town, you are still responsible to arrange for the clearing of your sidewalks after each snowfall.

Can I shovel snow into the street?

No. Please keep snow from your driveway or sidewalk on your property. Shovelling snow onto the street can create unsafe driving conditions and make snow clearing more difficult. Residents who shovel snow onto the street may be ticketed by Enforcement Services.

Where can I get sand for icy sidewalks?

Free sand is available at the Public Works Yard (10310 107 Street). Look for the wooden sand box outside the fenced area, and remember to bring your own pail and shovel.

What should I do if there’s a fire hydrant near my property?

Please help keep fire hydrants accessible by clearing snow around them. Leave at least 1 metre of space around the hydrant so emergency crews can access it quickly.

If a hydrant is not accessible, please contact Infrastructure Services at 780-939-2590.

Why was a flag placed on my property?

Flags help snow clearing crews identify objects that may be hidden by snow and prevent accidental damage.

If a flag is placed on your property, you will receive a notice at your door. Please leave the flag in place for the entire winter season.