Roads and Active Transportation

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 - May 22, 2025

City crews are currently underway with our annual spring street sweeping program. Efforts are focused on arterial roads, collector routes, and residential neighborhoods throughout the community.

Street sweeping in downtown cores and bike lanes has now been completed.

Operations are currently running on two shifts:

• 12 am - 8 am
• 8 am - 4:30 pm

Please note that sweeping locations may vary from day to day based on factors such as weather conditions, traffic levels, parked vehicles, and waste collection schedules. We appreciate the public’s cooperation as crews work to keep our streets clean and safe.

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. 

Starting Monday, April 28, City of Thunder Bay crews will begin the annual spring street sweeping program. The initial focus will be on the downtown core, bike lanes, and arterial and collector streets. The process is expected to take approximately 6 to 8 weeks. Once these areas are completed, crews will move on to sweep residential neighbourhoods. To see which areas are included, please refer to the street sweeping maps.

Street Sweeping Maps 

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. Find out more 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.