Subzones 1 and 2 active March 9 – 13 for snow removal

Snow removal operation continuing with on-street parking restrictions in effect

By Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo - Mar 07, 2026

Subzones 1 and 2 are active from March 9 to March 13 as the snow removal operation continues, with on-street parking restrictions in effect.

Subzones 3 and 4 are expected to be active from March 16 to March 20 for snow removal.

Snow removal involves loading snow into trucks and hauling it to a snow disposal site. It takes more time and resources than snow plowing and typically happens only once or twice per winter season.

Help keep garbage and recycling collection on schedule

Heavy snowfall is making it harder for crews to safely reach garbage and recycling bins. Please help keep collection on schedule:

· Place bins in front of windrows, never on top of snowbanks.

· Keep lids free of snow and ice.

Bins blocked by snow, ice, or windrows may not be collected.

Watch for temporary no-parking signs this weekend

Watch for temporary “no parking” signs this weekend if you live on a street not included in the WMZ program (Primary, Secondary or Tertiary Route). If you are not sure, use the Find Your Zone tool at rmwb.ca/wmz.

Crews are expected to be conducting snow removal this weekend in Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Routes.

Temporary no parking signs will be placed in locations 24 hours in advance of planned snow removal. After the signs have been removed, you may park your vehicle back on the street.

Take care when crossing windrows and around snow piles

Be cautious when crossing windrows, and do not climb on streetside or cul de sac snow piles.

Help keep your street accessible

Remove empty garbage and recycling bins from the street after collection.
Clear your driveway and sidewalks next to your home within 48 hours of a snowfall.
Shovel snow onto your yard or greenspace between driveways. Never back onto the street or around fire hydrants.
Be mindful when parking to not block street access.