Winter Operations 101: Salting

Feb. 23, 2022 1:00 p.m.
​What you need to know about the City’s salting service


The City of Vaughan’s winter crews are on the job! Learn everything you need to know about the City’s efficient, reliable and high-level salting operations for the 2021/22 season.

What is salting?

Road salt is applied to roads and sidewalks to address snow or ice buildup.

Watch this video to see a salting truck in action.

When does the City salt?

The City begins salting when snow or ice starts to accumulate on roadways. During a heavy snowfall or major storm, the City will salt and clear main public roads before moving to residential roads. Main roads are salted within four hours after snowfall ends, and residential roads are salted within 12 hours. Services on major roads in Vaughan, such as Bathurst Street, Dufferin Street, Keele Street and Major Mackenzie Drive, are maintained by York Region. For a full list of regional roads, visit york.ca/roads.

What could affect City service levels?

Heavy snowfall (10 or more centimetres) or major storms, including Significant Weather Events, could affect salting service levels.

Stay informed!

For more information on the City’s winter maintenance service levels, visit vaughan.ca/snow. For additional details and to receive the latest information on Vaughan’s winter operations:

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