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Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance
Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
When Lethbridge declares snow routes active, vehicles must move off the route within the 24-hour notice period. Eligible residents can register each year for free windrow assistance.
Key information
When Lethbridge declares snow routes active, vehicles must move off the route within the 24-hour notice period. Eligible residents can register each year for free windrow assistance.
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Plan parking before activation
Heavy snowfall prompts the transportation department to decide whether routes need plowing. It gives 24-hour notice through the Lethbridge Loop app, City news, social channels and local media. Move all vehicles, including trailers and RVs.
Use a driveway, parking pad or nearby street outside the route. Plan for guests and household members who are away. Once the City announces deactivation, street parking can resume. Vehicles left on a route may be ticketed and plowed around.
Sources: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
What plowing can leave
Plows push snow to the right and may leave windrows at driveways, curbs or boulevards. Parking lanes can lose space. The City uses priorities rather than promising that every road is cleared at the same time.
Snow and ice crews cover winter storm-watch shifts around the clock. Ice treatment depends on pavement temperature, weather and forecast. Do not pass working plows or graders; leave space so the equipment can operate.
Sources: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
Free windrow assistance
The program is for people living on a snow route who have mobility or accessibility challenges and no alternative supports. Call 311 to discuss eligibility and register. Registration is required annually even for past users.
Contractors clear subscribed properties’ windrows within 72 hours after snowfall ends. The free program runs November 1 to March 30. It addresses plow ridges, not a verified full-yard, driveway or routine sidewalk-shovelling service.
Sources: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
Quick reference
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Activation notice | 24 hours |
| Vehicles affected | Cars, trailers and RVs |
| Windrow program season | November 1 to March 30 |
| Subscribed clearing target | Within 72 hours after snowfall ends |
| Registration | Annual, through 311 |
Sources: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
Steps to follow
- Prepare
Make an off-route parking plan before winter.
- Respond
Enable service alerts and move vehicles after declaration.
- Request support
Register for eligible windrow help before it is needed.
Sources: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
Questions and answers
How much notice is given before snow-route activation?
24 hours.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
Are trailers and RVs included in the parking restriction?
Yes. They must also move off the route.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
When can street parking resume?
After the City announces the route is deactivated.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
Can a vehicle left on the route receive a ticket?
Yes. It may also be plowed around.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
What is a windrow?
A pile or ridge of snow left as road plows push snow toward the curb or driveway.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
Who is eligible for windrow assistance?
Snow-route residents with mobility or accessibility challenges and no alternative supports.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
What does windrow assistance cost?
It is free.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
Must past users register again?
Yes. Registration is required each year.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
When does the program run?
November 1 through March 30.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information
What is the subscribed clearing timeline?
Within 72 hours after snowfall ends.
Source: Official Lethbridge snow routes, alerts and windrow assistance information