The Niverville Town Council passed a new noise regulation bylaw on February 17, 2026, to allow commercial properties to clear snow earlier in the morning. This change in Niverville, Manitoba, comes after a local resident noticed that previous rules did not account for snow removal at large parking lots.
Under the new rules, known as Bylaw 886-26, businesses, churches, and hotels can now use snow-clearing equipment as early as 7 a.m. This includes Sundays during heavy snowfalls to ensure these locations can stay open and safe. Mayor Myron Dyck noted that the update fills a gap in the old rules, which had been in place since 2007.
While commercial rules have changed, private residential restrictions remain the same. Residents are still prohibited from activities like mowing the lawn or using leaf blowers before 9 a.m. on Sundays. For those hosting special events, a Noise Bylaw Exemption form is available, though neighbours must be notified at least 72 hours in advance.
The Town of Niverville has also clarified how residents can file noise complaints. All reports must include the person’s full name and address, as the town does not accept anonymous complaints. The full list of rules is now available on the town’s Bylaws, Policies & Reports page.
