What Calgarians need to know about shoveling their walks this winter

As snow begins to pile up, the City of Calgary and its residents have a shared responsibility to ensure that sidewalks and walkways are cleared after each snowfall.

“Clearing snow and ice is critical for public safety and accessibility,” the city said in a statement. “This prevents slips, falls and injuries, which are common on icy surfaces, especially for seniors and people with mobility challenges.

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“Timely clearing also ensures safe routes for pedestrians, transit users and emergency responders.”

Here’s everything you need to know about snow-clearing bylaws, injury prevention while shovelling and the city’s snow-clearing efforts.

Calgarians are responsible for clearing snow and ice from around t

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