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Weather Alert
Last Updated: January 16, 2026 at 11 am
Snow-Clearing Operations Ongoing
Crews are continuing with winter maintenance activities following yesterday's snowfall.
Service Disruptions
Interactive Winter Operations Map
The City of Pickering is currently experiencing technical issues with its Interactive Winter Operations Map. As a result, the portal may display some inaccuracies, such as roads appearing plowed when they have only been salted. Until this issue has been resolved, please do not rely on the map for current road conditions.
The City has contacted the external service provider for investigation. We will provide you with an update once they have resolved the issue.
Please note: this is a display issue only. Winter operations are fully underway and will not be affected by the portal’s technical issue. Thank you for your patience as crews work safely to complete the snow-clearing process.
Please visit pickering.ca/SnowClearing for winter reminders, snow safety tips, and more.
Customer Care Centre
Our Customer Care Centre and after-hours service may experience high call volume during severe weather. We thank you for your patience as staff work to support residents.
Power Outages and Restoration Resources – Elexicon Energy
Elexicon Energy is Pickering’s electrical service provider.
October 15, 2025 – The City of Pickering is strengthening climate resiliency with its first Community Climate Adaptation Plan (CCAP), officially endorsed by Council earlier this year.
September 2, 2025 - Durham Region area municipalities are once again coming together in support of National Hunger Action Month this September to raise awareness, food donations, and funds to fight hunger in the community.
August 29, 2025 – Pickering Fire Services is reminding residents that smoking-related fires are entirely preventable, but only if smokers prioritize safety.
August 28, 2025 - The City of Pickering is launching a Shared E‑Scooter Pilot Program, offering residents a sustainable, convenient, and low-carbon way to navigate the growing community. This initiative supports the City’s long-term transportation vision by promoting flexible mobility choices.
The ban was implemented as a precautionary safety measure in response to extreme fire conditions caused by prolonged drought, high temperatures, and reduced air quality.
To help residents stay cool and safe during periods of extreme heat, the City of Pickering is introducing extended hours for select amenities during designated heat warnings.
July 18, 2025 - Today, the City of Pickering and the Town of Ajax notified Elexicon Corporation of our decision to conclude our Request for Proposal (RFP) process that had explored options with respect to our continued partial ownership of the utility. This notification formally concludes the process, which was initiated in July 2024.
July 2, 2025 – During last night’s Canada Day celebrations, the City of Pickering proudly announced that the highly-anticipated Pickering Heritage & Community Centre will be named the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre, following a naming rights agreement.
June 23, 2025 - The City of Pickering welcomes a decision of the Divisional Court that fully supports how the City of Pickering and its Integrity Commissioner handled two significant code of conduct complaints involving Councillor Lisa Robinson.
June 16, 2025 – This past weekend, the City of Pickering proudly marked the transformative impact of its partnership with Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) at the popular Ribfest event presented by Rotary Club of Pickering.
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