Phase 1 parking ban declared starting December 28 at 7 a.m.

News Release

Phase 1 parking ban declared starting December 28 at 7 a.m.

A citywide Phase 1 parking ban will commence on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 7 a.m. “Crews have been working hard over the holidays keeping the roads clear and people moving; however, due to the volume of snow we have received over the last few days, a Phase 1 parking ban is necessary for clearing the accumulation and drifting of snow,” said Val Dacyk, General Supervisor of Infrastructure Field Operations, Parks and Roads Services. “To facilitate the clearing by our plows and graders, it is imperative these routes remain unobstructed by parked vehicles. Crews are actively clearing these roadways 24 hours a day, and we anticipate the parking ban to be in effect for three-to-five days.” During the Phase 1 parking ban, parking is prohibited on arterial roads, collector roads, bus routes and roads within business improvement at all hours until the clearing is complete. EPark zones are not active during Phase 1 of the parking ban while these areas are cleared. These roadways include those marked with white “Seasonal No Parking” signs.

Enforcement
Vehicles parked on Phase 1 parking ban roadways may be ticketed $250 and/or towed. These roadways include downtown hills, arterial roads, collector roads and bus routes.

Where to Park
Residents may continue to park on residential streets.
Edmontonians are reminded that parking is allowed on roads once their snow removal has been completed as long as parking is allowed there normally. Residents can refer to the Roadways Snow Clearing Map for current clearing status of roadways or subscribe to receive free email or text notifications for up to five locations.

Sidewalk Snow Clearing
Residents are reminded to keep their communities safe by removing snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their property after a snowfall. A clear sidewalk reduces the risk of slips, falls and injuries, especially for senior neighbours, children, and those with mobility challenges.

If you are unable to clear ice from the sidewalk surrounding your property right away, temporarily lay down sand or gravel while those areas are being chipped and removed. Free sand is available at community sandboxes placed across the city. Failure to clear sidewalks could result in a fine of $100 plus any remedial clean-up costs the City may occur as outlined in Bylaw 14600. If a sidewalk remains unclear and poses a danger to your community, send a report through the City’s 311 service for enforcement and follow-up.

Parking Ban Completion
A separate announcement will be made to indicate the conclusion of the Phase 1 parking ban. If the City determines that a Phase 2 parking ban for residential and industrial roadways is necessary, an additional announcement will occur.

Motorists are reminded to drive to conditions and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles. Give snow and ice clearing crews room as they work to get the roads cleared.

Learn more about how the City prioritizes roads and sign up for the new parking ban notification tool, which gives 24 hour advance notice of when crews will be in your area, at: edmonton.ca/SafeTravels.

The City encourages residents to report winter road concerns through 311. This allows crews to identify trends, coordinate responses and ensure the most efficient service delivery.

Property owners and residents are reminded to continue clearing sidewalks adjacent to their properties after every snowfall. Your cooperation ensures improved accessibility for your community, front-line workers and people with mobility challenges.

Residents can sign up for notifications for parking bans and snow and ice information in specific neighbourhoods at edmonton.ca/SafeTravels.
For more information:
edmonton.ca/SafeTravels
edmonton.ca/SafeSidewalks