Snow and ice are not always so nice – especially when they cover up essential City infrastructure like catch basins and fire hydrants. You can play a role in helping manage winter weather in our community!

Keep fire hydrants clear and accessible

In an emergency, every second matters. Blocked, concealed or difficult-to-access fire hydrants can delay emergency fire response. 

Are you part of an organization working to raise public awareness for an important cause? Is your association hosting a special event that celebrates the community’s diversity, heritage or culture? Submit a request to the City of Vaughan to have your observance recognized through a flag-raising, illumination or proclamation!

Here's everything you need to know to get started: 

Flag-raising requests

The City of Vaughan’s Public Works crews work hard to clear snow all winter long – even at the entrance of your driveway! 

Understanding what windrow-clearing involves, when the service begins and what can impact our operations will help you prepare for the upcoming season. 

Here’s everything you need to ‘snow’:

It’s time to set your goals for the new year – make one of your 2025 resolutions to put litter where it belongs so we can keep Vaughan safe, clean and beautiful for everyone to enjoy.