The City of Sault Ste. Marie has extended its overnight parking ban and bike lane closures until May 26, 2026, as crews work to finish annual street sweeping operations. While the cleaning of city streets and sidewalks is currently underway, unusually cold spring temperatures have caused a slow snow melt, leading to delays in the program.
Typically, city regulations prohibit parking on streets between midnight and 6 a.m. from November 1 to April 30. However, due to the slow melting process following a winter that saw 482 centimetres of snowfall—significantly higher than the annual average of 320 centimetres—local officials determined an extension was necessary to ensure roads can be cleared safely and efficiently.
Dan Perri, the city’s Director of Public Works, recommended the extension to allow crews sufficient time to remove the large amount of winter sand and debris left behind. Residents are asked to keep streets clear of parked vehicles during the day to help the crews complete their work.
Enforcement of parking restrictions throughout the city is handled by the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service and special constables from NORPRO Security. The city is continuing its efforts to manage the aftermath of the severe winter season, following a recent council decision to allocate additional funding toward snow and ice removal.
