City of Kitchener declares significant weather event starting at 6:00 p.m. on January 25, 2026

The City of Kitchener has declared a significant weather event effective 6 p.m. on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Snow accumulation from sustained snowfall this season, combined with today's snowfall that is forecast to continue into tomorrow, has limited the available snow storage within the City’s right of way.  

The City can declare a significant weather event when conditions cause roadway and infrastructure maintenance to take longer than usual. Crews continue snow loading activities to widen streets and work around the clock clearing snow from city streets, 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.  

A snow event, including associated parking bans, can still remain in effect during a significant weather event, as snow events help remove parked cars from roads so snow clearing crews can do their work as effectively and efficiently as possible. Check our snow events news feed or social media accounts for information on whether a snow event is currently in effect. 

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.