York Region runs north from Toronto to Lake Simcoe. It includes large cities like Vaughan, Markham and Richmond Hill, growing towns like Newmarket, Aurora and Stouffville, and rural King and Georgina.
We connect snow plow operators and snow removal companies across York Region with licensed Ontario brokers who write this business.
Communities We Serve in York Region
- Snow plow insurance in Vaughan
- Snow plow insurance in Markham
- Snow plow insurance in Richmond Hill
- Snow plow insurance in Newmarket
- Snow plow insurance in Aurora
- Snow plow insurance in Stouffville
- Snow plow insurance in King City
- Snow plow insurance in Georgina
Snowfall Across York Region
Environment and Climate Change Canada's 1991 to 2020 climate normals show how much snow varies within the region: about 146 cm a year at the Toronto Buttonville Airport station (for Markham), compared with about 167 cm at the Udora station (for Georgina). More snow generally means more events, more hours on the road and more exposure for contractors.
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada: Canadian Climate Normals.
Sidewalk Rules Differ Across York Region
Municipal sidewalk clearing rules are set city by city, which affects what property owners hire contractors to do. A few examples:
- Markham: The City of Markham clears all sidewalks within 24 hours of the end of a snowfall when accumulation reaches 5 cm or more, prioritized by road class.
- Richmond Hill: The City of Richmond Hill clears sidewalks, salting and plowing as required under 5 cm and plowing sidewalks once 5 cm or more accumulates.
- Newmarket: The Town of Newmarket runs the sidewalk clearing program under Snow Clearing By-law 1996-38, plowing sidewalks once accumulation exceeds 6 cm.
- Aurora: The Town of Aurora plows Town-owned sidewalks once 5 cm or more accumulates, aiming to finish within 24 hours after equipment is dispatched.
Each city page lists the rules and sources for that municipality. Rules change, so confirm with the municipality.
Winter Road and Weather Resources
Contractors running routes across York Region often check Ontario 511, the Ministry of Transportation's traveller information service, before and during storms, along with Environment and Climate Change Canada weather warnings for their area. Keeping a note of the warnings in effect when you worked is also useful for your snow logs.
Coverage Contractors in York Region Ask About
- General liability and slip and fall coverage
- Plow truck insurance and commercial fleet coverage
- Salting and sanding insurance
- Snow removal equipment insurance
- Umbrella liability for contracts with higher limits
Provincial Rules to Know
Read about the Ontario 60 day notice rule and snow plow insurance in Ontario. For pricing factors, see how much snow plow insurance costs in Ontario.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you connect contractors everywhere in York Region?
Yes. We work with licensed Ontario brokers who serve snow contractors across the region, including smaller towns and rural areas.
Does snow plow insurance cost the same across York Region?
No. Price depends on your properties, services, vehicles, revenue and claims history, and local conditions can play a part. A broker can quote your operation.
Is there a charge to be matched with a broker?
No. Matching is free and there is no obligation to buy.