Regina sits on open prairie, and wind is the story of its winters. Snow drifts across lots, driveways and roads long after it stops falling, so contractors often return to the same site several times per event. Add hard cold and a mix of residential, government, retail and commercial clients, and snow removal is a demanding business here.
We connect Regina snow plow operators and snow removal companies with licensed brokers who write this business.
What Snow Contractors in Regina Deal With
Drifting and repeat service. Every return visit is more exposure. Clear contract terms on when you respond, and good records of each visit, help. See snow removal contracts and insurance.
Government and institutional properties. As the provincial capital, Regina has many public and institutional properties with formal contractor requirements. See institutional snow contractors and insurance requirements for commercial snow contracts.
Cold and ice. Sanding is common when temperatures fall below where salt works well. See salting and sanding insurance.
SGI plus private coverage. See SGI and plow trucks and general liability.
Regina Snow Removal Insurance Coverage
- Plow truck insurance in Regina
- Snow removal liability insurance in Regina
- Salting and ice management insurance in Regina
- Umbrella liability
- Equipment insurance
Who We Help in Regina
- Commercial snow removal companies
- Institutional snow contractors
- Residential snow plow contractors
- Parking lot plowing contractors
- Owner operators
Nearby Areas
We connect contractors throughout the Regina Region, plus Moose Jaw and southeast communities like Weyburn and Estevan.
Local Snow Facts: Regina
Snowfall. Environment and Climate Change Canada's 1991 to 2020 climate normals for the Regina Airport station record an average of about 105 cm of snowfall a year, with about 5 days a year bringing 5 cm or more of new snow.
Sidewalks. The City of Regina requires residential and commercial property owners to clear sidewalks within 48 hours following a snow event, or within 24 hours for properties in Schedule B (downtown) of the Clean Property Bylaw. Non-compliance leads to a Notice of Non-Compliance and possible City clearing, with costs added to property taxes.
Snow on the road. City guidance says not to shovel or blow snow into the road and to store snow from private property on the private yard, not on streets, sidewalks or boulevards. Sidewalk snow may be placed along the curb if it does not interfere with traffic.
City plowing. After a snow event of at least 5 cm, Category 1 major arterials and hospital routes are plowed within 24 hours, Category 2 minor arterials, collectors, transit routes and downtown within 36 hours, Category 3 within 48 hours and gravel roads within 60 hours. Residential roads are plowed at 15 cm.
For contractors. The City Snow Storage Site is open to snow hauling contractors, businesses and residents with a $10 per vehicle permit, and load fees range from $5 for a small pickup to $35 for a tandem with trailer or semi. Snow routes are called at 5 cm in a single event with a 24 hour parking ban.
Municipal rules and service levels change. Confirm the current bylaw with the municipality before relying on it.
Sources: City of Regina: Sidewalk snow clearing; City of Regina: Plowing, snow and ice control; City of Regina: Snow storage; Environment and Climate Change Canada: Canadian Climate Normals
Plan Ahead for the Season
Public and commercial contracts in Regina are often tendered in the fall. Engage a broker before you bid. See how much snow plow insurance costs in Saskatchewan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is snow plow insurance in Regina?
It depends on your services, properties, vehicles, revenue and claims history. A broker can quote your specific operation.
Do Regina government contracts need special insurance?
Public and institutional contracts often require specific limits, certificate wording and sometimes bonds. Share requirements with your broker early.