Street Sweeping

Street sweeping is an important part of the Township’s spring maintenance program. It helps to keep our roads clean, safe and environmentally friendly by removing the buildup of sand and debris left behind after the winter season.

In 2025, spring street sweeping began in Port McNicoll and Waverley, followed by Waubaushene, and concluded in Victoria Harbour. Please note that the rotation changes each year to ensure fairness across communities.

Street sweeping is a multi-step process:

  1. First Pass – Township Crews
    Operations staff conduct an initial sweep of municipal roads to collect larger debris and sand left over from winter control activities.

  2. Second Pass – Contractor
    A contractor follows with a more thorough sweep to remove remaining fine materials and ensure a clean finish. This second pass may not immediately follow the first and is scheduled based on equipment availability and weather conditions.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this annual maintenance activity. Residents can help by avoiding street parking and keeping catch basins clear during sweeping operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sweeping usually begins in early spring, after the winter maintenance season has ended. Timing depends on weather and road conditions.

The second pass is completed by a contractor and may be delayed due to scheduling, weather, or availability of equipment. The goal is always to ensure a thorough and effective cleanup.

Neighbourhoods rotate each year so that no one area is always first or last. This helps to balance timing across the Township.

We ask residents to avoid parking on the street during active sweeping to allow equipment to pass through effectively.

Tay Township
450 Park Street, PO Box 100
Victoria Harbour
ON L0K 2A0
Phone: 705-534-7248
Fax: 705-534-4493

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