City crews are out on the streets as Thunder Bay’s 2026 spring street sweeping campaign has begun.
Sweeping begins once temperatures consistently stay above freezing. Crews focus on removing the sand left behind from winter maintenance on streets and sidewalks. They start in the downtown core, bike lanes, and major arterial and collector roads before moving into residential neighbourhoods.
“You’ll see our crews working across the city over the next several weeks,” said Ian Spoljarich, Thunder Bay Roads Manager. “Street sweeping keeps streets safe and clean by clearing lanes, improving road visibility, reducing vehicle damage, and protecting our waterways. We appreciate everyone’s patience and caution around our crews.”
Drivers and pedestrians are asked to use extra caution around street sweeping operations.
Residents can check where their neighbourhood falls in the street sweeping sequence and find progress updates online at www.thunderbay.ca/roads.
