Winter Weather Update

Last Updated: January 23, 2026 at 11:30 am 

The City of Pickering is preparing for extreme cold and heavy snowfall this weekend. City crews will be clearing roads and sidewalks in priority sequence in accordance with established winter maintenance standards.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation, and encourage caution if travel is necessary. Updates will be provided as conditions change.

Customer Care Centre

905.683.7575
customercare@pickering.ca

Please note that the Customer Care Centre and after-hours service may experience higher-than-normal call volumes during periods of severe winter weather.

Clean-Up Efforts

Stay updated on the City’s snow clearing operations with the City’s Interactive Winter Operations Map.

Visit pickering.ca/SnowClearing for order of operations, important reminders, and more.

Service Disruptions

Current program, service, or facility impacts will be posted here.

Power Outages and Restoration Resources – Elexicon Energy

• Elexicon Energy is Pickering’s electrical service provider 
• Outage map: https://elexiconenergy.com/outages
• Report outages: 24-hour Outage Hotline 1.866.579.6819
• Additional outage safety resources available on the Elexicon website 

Safety Tips:

• Stay clear of downed power lines. Always assume they are live. Stay back at least 10 metres (33 feet) – the length of a school bus.
• Do not attempt to remove trees or debris from power lines.
• If a power line contacts your vehicle, stay inside and call 9-1-1.
• Use flashlights, not candles, to reduce fire risk.
• Operate portable generators outdoors only, at a safe distance from doors, windows, and vents to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Turn off or unplug major appliances and portable heaters. This helps prevent fire risk or damage when power is restored.
• Charge your mobile devices in advance and check on vulnerable neighbours, family, and friends.
• Additional safety information is available at Ontario.ca. 

By-law Reminders

• Parking is prohibited on all streets between 2 am and 5 am (December 1st to March 31st), and during all winter control operations. Fine: $50
• Avoid parking on City streets during snow clearing operations to support safe and efficient service. Fine: $90 
• Enforcement activities continue proactively throughout the winter season. 

Warming Centre

The City’s Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex is a designated warming centre during cold weather warnings. Leashed pets are welcome provided they are well controlled by their owner.

Location: Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (1867 Valley Farm Road)
Hours of Operation:

- Monday to Friday from 6 am to 11 pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Emergency Overnight Warming Centre

Operated by DARS, in partnership with the Region of Durham

Location: Peace Lutheran Church (928 Liverpool Road)
Hours: Every night from 9 pm to 8 am (except Fridays: 10 pm to 8 am) 

The centre is operating nightly until March 31, 2026.