Calling All Snow Angels!

Last week’s snowfall was only the opening act — winter’s main event is almost here. To ensure those who will require assistance with snow removal are not left in a bind, the City needs volunteer Snow Angels registered and ready to help before winter gets ahead of us. 

Not only is snow on walkways and stairs a potential hazard to those with limited mobility, but it can also make it difficult for service providers like police, fire and ambulance; mail carriers; and meter readers to do their jobs safely and efficiently.

Interested in Becoming a Snow Angel?

As a snow-shovelling volunteer, you can make a difference for residents who are not able to get outside and clear their steps and walkways when wintry weather leaves snow on the ground. The Snow Angels program matches volunteer snow shovellers from the community with seniors and persons with physical disabilities living in Windsor. Volunteers must be 15 years of age or older, which means the program is a great way for high school students to help others in our community and round out their 40-hour community involvement requirement at the same time. The City will even provide volunteers with the shovel if needed! Registered volunteers will also be entered into a draw to win an iPad or one of two $50 Recreation Gift Cards that can be used towards community centre programs, facility rentals and swimming. 

To register as a volunteer, call 311 or use 311 Online and select "Snow Angels Volunteer Registration" to complete an online application. Program details are also available on our Snow Angels web page.