NBRA Responsibilities
The New Brighton Residents Association Board of Directors has carefully reviewed the community’s snow removal needs for the Winter season. Upon careful consideration, the NBRA Board of Directors has selected several high traffic areas which will be maintained by the NBRA maintenance team throughout the Winter months. The NBRA will ensure snow removal, as well as sanding/gravel (within 24 hours of the end of snowfall), of the following areas: all four New Brighton entrances and the regional pathways. To ensure maximum enjoyment for residents, snow removal will be completed on NBRA property before the designated areas within the community (NBRA property includes both the hockey and pleasure skating rinks, all entrances into the facility and shop, as well as the parking lot). Once these areas are complete, the NBRA team will proceed into the community. The map below indicates in detail these areas within the community that will be maintained by the NBRA for the Winter Season.
To ensure the safety of both residents and employees, the NBRA has implemented an extensive Safety Program that adheres to the standards of the Alberta Safety Construction Association. The program consists of 13 components that contribute to the overall success of the program. In December 2018, the NBRA received COR certification through the ACSA for this program. For questions or concerns regarding any landscape/winter maintenance maintained by the New Brighton Residents Association, please contact the Facility & Amenities Leader at 403.781.6613, ext. 4 or the General Manager at 403.781.6608.
City of Calgary Priority Snow Plan
The City of Calgary prioritizes snow and ice clearing based on traffic volume and safety. Major roads are cleared within 18 hours after snowfall ends, followed by community and transit routes within 36 hours. Priority pathways, pedestrian bridges and high-use bus stops are generally cleared within 24 hours. Residential streets are not typically cleared to bare pavement, and a hard snowpack is maintained.
For more information, visit the City of Calgary’s Snow and Ice Control Priority Routes map and Priority Snow Plan.
Resident Responsibilities
Residents are responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their properties down to the bare pavement within 24 hours after snowfall ends.
The City offers free sand-salt mix (pickle) to help residents manage icy sidewalks. For locations and details, visit the Free Sand-Salt Mix page.
Engineered Walkways: These are the short pathways between residential properties, typically with fences or barriers on either side. The City does not clear engineered walkways. If you have a concern about an engineered walkway in New Brighton, please contact 311.
For more information about resident responsibilities, review the City’s Good Neighbour Practices Reference Guide.
Be a Snow Angel!
Help a neighbour this winter! Take a few extra minutes while clearing your own sidewalk to assist a neighbour who may need a helping hand.
