Commercial Snow Removal in Hospital District
For privately owned commercial sites around the regional hospital, not hospital property.
Commercial snow and ice management in Hospital District
The Grande Prairie Regional Hospital is at 11205 110 Street. Alberta Health Services describes it as a 243-bed facility with a 24/7 emergency department. This page is about privately owned commercial properties in the surrounding area, such as offices, retail and apartments. PWW does not service Alberta Health Services property and does not claim any relationship with the hospital.
With activity at different hours, a private property's snow plan should identify its entrances, visitor paths and any adjacent public sidewalk. Grande Prairie Traffic Bylaw C-1166 requires adjacent sidewalks to be cleared within 24 hours following the most recent snow or ice deposit. Alberta's Occupiers' Liability Act requires reasonable care for visitors and addresses the use of independent contractors. PWW works through its crew network and can quote private commercial sites by their specific layout.
Does PWW clear the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital?
No. This page covers privately owned commercial properties around the hospital, not Alberta Health Services property. There is no claimed contract or relationship with the hospital. Offices, retail, apartments and other private sites nearby can request a quote for their own premises and adjacent walks.
What matters for a private site near the hospital?
Start with entrances, visitor walking routes and adjacent sidewalks on that property's own site. The hospital's 24/7 emergency department means the surrounding area can see activity at different hours, but each private property's needs must be assessed separately. The City sidewalk deadline runs from the most recent deposit, not from a City plow pass.
What legal duties should an occupier consider?
The Alberta Occupiers' Liability Act defines an occupier by possession or responsibility and control of premises. Section 5 requires reasonable care so visitors are reasonably safe. Section 11 deals with liability when an independent contractor is used. The City's separate 24-hour sidewalk rule applies to occupants or owners beside sidewalks.
Property types we service in Hospital District
Roads and access
- 110 Street area
- Private entrances and visitor paths
- Adjacent public sidewalks
Access for private sites near the hospital
- Identify private entrances and walking routes used at different hours.
- Account for the City's 24-hour sidewalk rule after the most recent deposit.
- Distinguish private properties from Alberta Health Services property.
Sidewalk and visitor safety at private sites
For City properties adjacent to sidewalks, Traffic Bylaw C-1166 requires the occupant or owner to remove snow and ice within 24 hours following the most recent deposit.
Alberta's Occupiers' Liability Act requires an occupier to take reasonable care for visitors and addresses responsibility when an independent contractor is used.
City of Grande Prairie Traffic Bylaw C-1166, section 38.1; Alberta Occupiers' Liability Act, sections 1, 5 and 11.
Where the snow goes in Hospital District
Plan snow placement on the private property without obstructing entrances or visitor walks.
City Traffic Bylaw C-1166 restricts putting snow onto the road and lists a separate offence for commercial snow removed onto it.
Frequently asked questions about commercial snow removal in Hospital District
Does PWW have a hospital snow removal contract?
No. PWW does not service Alberta Health Services property. This page is for privately owned commercial properties in the surrounding area only.
Where is the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital?
Alberta Health Services lists the hospital at 11205 110 Street in Grande Prairie and describes a 243-bed facility with a 24/7 emergency department.
When must adjacent sidewalks be cleared?
Under City Traffic Bylaw C-1166, the occupant or owner must clear snow and ice within 24 hours following the most recent deposit.
Can a private office or apartment site request a quote?
Yes. Request a site quote for a privately owned property in the surrounding area, with its entrances, walks and access described.