PUBLIC NOTICE – Siksika Nation Public Works Snow Event Response
Date: Nov. 8, 2025
From: Siksika Nation Public Works Department
Winter is near, and Siksika Nation Infrastructure and Public Works would like to remind community members to prepare for changing conditions. As we move through the early stages of the season, here are a few helpful guidelines and safety tips to keep our roads, equipment, and community members safe during winter weather, and major snow events.
WHAT TRIGGERS A PUBLIC WORKS SNOW RESPONSE
Public Works may activate a snow response when any of the following conditions occur:
- A severe weather warning is issued by Siksika Public Safety
- Snowfall exceeds 20 cm, or there are strong winds over 40 km/h
- Extreme cold is forecasted at -30°C or colder, including windchill
- An Emergency Alert is issued by the Government of Alberta
- Public Works or Ohkinniinaa ki Ninaaiks deems it necessary for community safety
OUR SERVICE PRIORITIES DURING SIGNIFICANT EVENTS
When Public Works deploys, our priorities are:
- High medical needs – Ensuring access for homes and facilities with vulnerable Community Members or high medical needs.
- Elders – Clearing roads and driveways used by Elders to ensure access and wellness checks can continue.
- Community Support – Assisting other service areas such as Health, Public Safety, and Administration to maintain essential operations.
SAFETY AND COMMUNITY COOPERATION
We kindly ask all Siksika’i’koan and Community Members to:
- Avoid unnecessary travel during heavy snowfall or blizzard conditions.
- Keep vehicles and equipment off access routes to allow plows and graders to operate safely.
- Report emergency after hour calls to 403-734-3815
EMERGENCY AND CONTACT INFORMATION
- Infrastructure and Public Works Office (Business Hours): 403-734-4388
- Public Safety After Hours Emergency (24/7): 403-734-3815
Public Works will continue to provide updates through Siksika Nation media, including social media and radio, throughout snow events. Thank you for your cooperation as we work to keep Siksika roads safe for everyone.
Sincerely,
Lyle Breaker
Public Works Manager
