Greater Sudbury is a large, spread out city built around mining, with rocky, hilly terrain, dozens of lakes and a long northern winter. Contractors serve mine and industrial sites, a university, a regional hospital, retail and residential neighbourhoods scattered across a wide area.
We connect Sudbury snow plow operators and snow removal companies with licensed Ontario brokers who write this business.
Snow Removal Risks in Sudbury
Mining and industrial sites. Large areas, heavy equipment and strict safety requirements. See umbrella liability and equipment insurance.
Hills and rock cuts. Steep, winding driveways and roads. See salting and sanding insurance.
Long distances. Travel between communities adds vehicle exposure. See commercial auto and fleet.
Coverage Sudbury Contractors Ask About
- General liability with slip and fall coverage
- Plow truck insurance
- Equipment insurance
- Snow hauling insurance
- Commercial auto and fleet
- Ontario 60 day notice rule for snow and ice claims
Who We Help in Sudbury
- Commercial snow removal companies
- Parking lot plowing contractors
- Institutional snow contractors
- Residential snow plow contractors
Nearby Areas
We also connect contractors in North Bay, Timmins, Sault Ste. Marie and across Northern Ontario.
Local Snow Facts: Sudbury
Snowfall. Environment and Climate Change Canada's 1991 to 2020 climate normals for the Sudbury station record an average of about 263 cm of snowfall a year, with about 17 days a year bringing 5 cm or more of new snow.
Sidewalks. The City of Greater Sudbury clears more than 440 km of sidewalks and about 400 bus stops as part of its winter service.
Snow on the road. Throwing snow directly onto public sidewalks and roads is prohibited, and By-law 2011-219 bars pushing snow onto banks or properties on the opposite side of the road ($260 fine).
City plowing. The City aims to clear the entire municipal road network within 24 hours after the end of a winter storm.
For contractors. Commercial snow haulers must use the City's designated snow disposal site on the Lasalle Extension (open 24/7, access card required). Snow stockpiling is permitted only on heavy industrial zoned properties.
Municipal rules and service levels change. Confirm the current bylaw with the municipality before relying on it.
Sources: City of Greater Sudbury: Snow plowing; City of Greater Sudbury: Snow removal; Environment and Climate Change Canada: Canadian Climate Normals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do Sudbury mining sites require special contractor insurance?
Mining and industrial clients often require high limits, safety programs and detailed documentation.
How much is snow plow insurance in Sudbury?
It depends on your property types, services, vehicles, revenue and claims history. A licensed Ontario broker can quote your specific operation. See how much snow plow insurance costs in Ontario.