City of Kitchener declares significant weather event starting at 12:00 p.m. on Jan. 15, 2026

Kitchener, Ontario - The City of Kitchener has declared a significant weather event due to snow accumulation, along with the forecast of more snow on Friday and through the weekend.  

The City can declare a significant weather event when conditions cause roadway and infrastructure maintenance to take longer than usual. Crews continue to work around the clock to clear snow on city streets and City-maintained sidewalks and walkways. As there may be more snow on roads and sidewalks, we ask residents to limit unnecessary travel and to use extra caution when travelling or outdoors.    

The significant weather event will remain in place until it is cancelled by the City.  

Subscribe to the City’s storm and emergency updates news feed to be notified when a significant weather event has been declared or cancelled. You can also follow the City of Kitchener’s Instagram, Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) accounts for updates. 

For more information about significant weather events visit kitchener.ca/snow or call our Corporate Contact Centre at 519-741-2345.