Connecting older adults with snow removal services this winter
Throughout the winter season, the City of Vaughan provides an extensive snow removal and road maintenance program to help keep the public safe. Some residents require extra assistance with snow-clearing at their property and Community and Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS)’ Snow Clearing Program can help.
CHATS is a non-profit organization that has been providing home and community support to older adults across York Region and South Simcoe since 1980. They offer a Snow Clearing Program in Vaughan, which is a paid service that connects older adults to pre-approved companies that provide driveway snow clearing and walkway clearing to the front/main door. The cost for snow clearing is paid for by the homeowner.
The CHATS Snow Clearing Program runs from Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, until Wednesday, April 15, 2026. It’s available to Vaughan residents aged 55 and older or with age-related illnesses, for up to a maximum of 150 residents this winter season. Subsidies are available based on the completion of a financial assessment.
As capacity is limited, early registration is encouraged and can be done by calling 1-866-677-9048, ext. 7669 (SNOW), emailing snow@chats.on.ca or applying online at chats.on.ca/snow.
To learn more about the City’s winter operations, visit vaughan.ca/snow.
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