Each spring, crews sweep sand and dirt left on the streets from the winter season. Street sweeping usually begins in mid-April, depending on snow melt.
Street sweeping begins with an initial sweep of main roadways to remove salt and dust that has accumulated over the winter months. Following the initial sweep, crews begin the formal street sweeping program that involves parking restrictions.
There are ten separate zones for street sweeping in Canmore. Crews start and end in different zones each year depending on weather and street conditions.
Give our crews space for your safety and theirs. Expect sudden stops and unexpected turns.
How you can help
- Watch for street sweeping and no-parking signage in your neighbourhood.
- Move parked cars when No Parking signage is present.
- Sweep your sidewalk and driveway in advance.
- Remove rubber driveway mats and any other on-street obstructions (basketball nets, etc.).
- Do not park on the street until the signs at the neighbourhood entrances have been removed.