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The Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Pilot Program is a City-wide pilot
program to clear snow windrows from driveways for older adults (65 years or older) and
individuals who are physically disabled (as verified by a regulated health professional).
A windrow is the snow left at the bottom of a driveway after a snowplow has
cleared a road. The pilot program will provide windrow snow clearing service after every snow
plowing operation.
Participation in the program is available to 300 participants on a first
come, first serve basis. The cost to participate is either free or $200, depending on whether
the applicant meets financial assistance criteria. Applications will be received at all
Community Centres until 9 p.m. on Wednesday, December 7, 2011.
The windrow snow clearing will be approximately 3 m (10 ft)
wide to allow one car to pass. It may take up to 36 hours
after the end of a snow storm before windrows are cleared. Clearing to bare pavement
cannot be guaranteed.
Update:
On October 26, 2011, Council approved the extension of the Driveway Windrow Pilot Program.
Effective immediately, residents, regardless of age or ability who are willing to pay for the
service are permitted to submit applications. Those who are eligible for our current program
still have first priority. Others will be registered into a new program titled,
"Driveway Windrow Waitlist". The applicant pays the $200, therefore
leaving a $200 credit on their account. On December 7, after the deadline for eligible
residents, the Customer Service Centre will transfer applicants by date order to the remaining
Windrow spaces.
Residents will not qualify if they live in a high-rise, multi-unit building, condominium or
within a commercial property and cannot reside on a private road. Also be aware that the
windrow snow clearing does not include the driveway and will be approximately 3m wide to allow
one car to pass. It may take up to 36 hours after the end of a snow
storm.
FAQ - Frequently Asked
Questions
| When will snow windrows be cleared from driveways
under the pilot program?
From December 12, 2011 to March 16, 2012
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Who qualifies for participation in the pilot
program?
- Older adults (65 years or older); and
- Individuals who are physically disabled (as verified by a regulated health
professional)
Applicants must meet all conditions:
- No able-bodied person living at the same residence where driveway windrow snow clearing
assistance is required
- The applicant does not live in a high-rise, multi-unit building, condominium or within a
commercial property and does not reside on a private road
- Only one person per address can participate in the pilot program
- On September 29, 2010, Council approved making the program eligible to all residents at a
cost of $200 provided the 300 spots are not filled by seniors or residents with
disabilities.
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How much does it cost to participate in the pilot
program?
Participation is FREE for:
- Older adults (65 years or older) who are eligible for financial assistance
- Individuals who are physically disabled (as verified by a regulated health professional)
and eligible for financial assistance
Participation is $200 for:
- Older adults (65 years or older) who are not eligible for financial assistance
- Individuals who are physically disabled (as verified by a regulated health professional)
who are not eligible for financial assistance
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| How do I apply to participate in the Driveway Windrow
Snow Clearing Pilot Program?
You can apply for the Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Pilot Program at any City of
Mississauga Recreation and Parks Community Centre. The Recreation and Parks Customer Service
Centre and Mississauga Seniors Centre will also accept applications. Please call to check
business hours. A specific appointment time is not necessary; however, an appointment may be
arranged in advance by phoning the applicable location. See locations below for phone
numbers.
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What are the eligibility requirements for financial
assistance?
To qualify you must be a resident of Mississauga and;
- have a total net individual or combined family income below the Low Income cut-off amounts
(Statistics Canada) as indicated on the application form
- be able to provide current, official documentation that shows total family net income,
using one or more of the following original statements/documents:
- Canada Customs and Revenue Agency (CRA) Notice of Assessment form (T451) showing net
income/earnings
- Guaranteed Income Supplement Notice
- Ontario Disabilities Support Program Drug Benefit Eligibility Card
- Ontario Works Drug/Dental Benefit Eligibility Card
- Canada Child Tax Benefit Notice
- Ontario Child Care Supplement for Working Families Entitlement Notice
- Harmonized Sales Tax Credit Notice
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Required
Documents
All applicants are required to bring the following documentation when
applying:
- a completed application form
- current, official documentation that shows total individual or combined family net income,
using original statements/documents outlined in the eligibility requirements for financial
assistance
- proof of residency in Mississauga (recent utility bill, lease agreement, driver's
licence)
- proof of age (residents 65 years or older); birth certificate, driver's license,
passport)
- proof of physical disability (for residents 64 years and younger) verified by a regulated
health professional (health assessment form, accessible parking permit, TransHelp Acceptance
Letter)
Individuals who are physically disabled and younger than 65 years old will be
required to also
provide one of the following current, original documents:
- Completed Health Assessment Form signed by a regulated health
professional (see attached form)
- Accessible Parking Permit
- TransHelp Acceptance Letter
Program Registration Deadline &
Locations
Applications may be submitted to any Recreation and Parks Community Centre, Mississauga Seniors
Centre or the Recreation and Parks Customer Service Centre from November 7, 2011 until
December 7, 2011 before 9 p.m.
| Applications may be submitted at these
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Burnhamthorpe CC - 905-615-4630
1500 Gulleden Dr. (Dixie & Burnhamthorpe)
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Meadowvale CC -
905-615-4710
6655 Glen Erin Dr. (Glen Erin & Battleford) |
Cawthra CC - 905-615-4800
1399 Cawthra Rd. (Cawthra & QEW) |
Mississauga Valley CC - 905-615-4670
1275 Miss. Valley Blvd. (Hurontario & Burnhamthorpe) |
Clarkson CC - 905-615-4840
2475 Truscott Dr. (Truscott & Erin Mills) |
River Grove CC - 905-615-4780
5800 River Grove Ave. (Britannia & River Grove) |
Erin Meadows CC - 905-615-4750
2800 Erin Centre Blvd. (Erin Mills & Eglinton) |
South Common CC - 905-615-4770
2233 South Millway (Erin Mills & Burnhamthorpe) |
Frank McKechnie CC - 905-615-4660
310 Bristol Rd. E. (Hurontario & Bristol) |
Customer Service Centre -
905-615-4100
301 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W., at Confederation Pkwy. (Mississauga Central Library, Ground
Floor) |
Huron Park RC - 905-615-4820
830 Paisley Blvd. W. (Mavis & Queensway) |
Mississauga Seniors Centre -
905-615-4810
1389 Cawthra Rd. (Cawthra & QEW) |
Malton CC - 905-615-4640
3540 Morning Star Dr. (Goreway & Morning Star) |
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For more information on the Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Pilot
Program call:
3-1-1 or if outside city limits please call 905-615-4311, between 7 am to 7 pm Monday to
Friday.
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