Mission, BC—There has been no new snow accumulation overnight. We currently have all plows out working throughout the area and will continue until late this evening. A full crew is on the roads this morning to clear the remaining priority 3 areas. Thank you for your patience!
Road Closures
- James Street between 1st and 2nd
Snow & Ice Preparedness Plan
When it snows, our crews work 24/7 on Priority Route 1 followed by Priority 2 until the snow is cleared. We focus on main roads, which include emergency accesses, public transit, and school bus routes.
Priority 3 routes include all other roads; they will not be plowed until after the snow event has ended and Priority 1 and 2 Routes have been cleared and are in good condition.
Curbside Collection
Tuesday, February 4th: Curbside collection of garbage, recycling, and the rot is cancelled today.
We ask that you please hold onto your materials until your next collection day or if you cannot wait, here are some options:
Remember to please visit https://www.mission.ca/council-government/news/ to check for facility closures prior to drop-off!
- Drop your garbage at the Landfill. Green Zone B and Yellow Zone A are eligible for free drop-off of up to 5 bags or 50kg at the landfill until Sunday February 9th.
- Drop off your household recycling (sorting is required at the landfill) and household organics free of charge. (Reminder there may be fees for large volumes of yard waste, branches etc. and any recyclables such as electronics or Styrofoam will need to go to the appropriate depot).
- Drop off recycling at the Recycling Depot.
Please note, expect delays if calling GFL's call centre as heavy call volumes are likely. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Please note: Landfill fees are only waived for residents whose curbside garbage collection was missed due to weather and each household is only allowed to bring up to 5 full bags or 50kg of household garbage. Any garbage beyond the limit will be weighed and charged full fees. Please bring proof of address, as you may be asked to identify your zone.
Winter Home Maintenance Tips
Keep catch basins clear of debris
Prevent local flooding on your street by keeping the catch basins near your home clear of leaves and debris.
In the event of snow, shovel smart!
Pile the snow from your shoveled driveway and sidewalk onto your grass and not onto the road or catch basins. When our plows go by, snow that has been shoveled onto the road may end up right back on your driveway because of the way our plows need to be angled. Windrows can be frustrating, but can be avoided with smart shoveling.
Replace furnace filters
Help keep your furnace running smoothly with a regular replacement of the filter.
Insulate Pipes
If you have exposed pipe in your home in unheated areas, such as a basement or garage, there is a risk that water could freeze and burst. Insulation can help prevent potential damage from a burst pipe.
Prevent your waterlines from freezing
Turn off all outside taps and drain lines to prevent them from freezing. If your waterlines have frozen in the past, you may want to consider leaving a small trickle of water from a tap to prevent freezing.
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