Roads

The City's Roads and Engineering Divisions maintain our roads and sidewalks. Check out the latest road work updates and whether heavy load restrictions are in effect. Find out where to park and learn about our traffic signal pedestrian and crossing system, roundabouts and crossing guards. The City also outlines our snow removal system during the winter months and provides an opportunity for residents to report potholes.

 Street Sweeping Update - July 23, 2025

City crews have now completed the annual spring street sweeping program in both the North and South zones.

Sweeping has been completed in all areas, including:

  • Downtown cores
  • Bike lanes
  • Arterial roads
  • Collector routes
  • Residential neighborhoods 1 through 11

We thank residents for their cooperation and patience throughout the program. Your support helped our crews keep city streets clean, safe, and well maintained.

Regular maintenance sweeping will continue as needed throughout the season.

For more updates or to report any sweeping concerns, please contact the City's Dispatchers at 807-625-2195.

Street Sweeping 

Street sweeping removes sand so it does not hinder visibility of road line markings, keeps the lanes clear for the safety of pedestrians and cyclists, reduces the risk of damage to vehicles, and keeps road sand out of our rivers and lakes. Motorists and pedestrians are asked to use extra caution when travelling near a street sweeper.

Each year, neighbourhood zones are randomly prioritized from 1 to 11 in the North and from 1 to 10 in the South, and swept in that order. Check the maps below to see where your neighbourhood falls in the sequence this year.

If you have any questions about street sweeping, please contact Dispatch at 807-625-2195. 

Street Sweeping Maps 

 Thunder Bay NORTH Maps

Update as of April 2025.
 Thunder Bay SOUTH Maps

Update as of April 2025.

Street Sweeping Operations Video

The following video shows what really happens during a street sweeping operation. Equipment includes tank trucks, "small brooms," "large brooms," and dump trucks! Roadways are left spic and span.

Active transportation

We promote active transportation in our community, such as biking and walking. Learn how you can get fit, healthy, and save money by walking, cycling, and more!

Transit

Thunder Bay Transit is your best way to get around the City. Learn about our schedules, routes and more.

Help us keep our roads clean

Help us keep our roads and sidewalks clean through our Adopt-A-Road program.

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