Snow shoveling etiquette

REGINA – With the amount of snow on the ground, it’s hard to believe the first day of winter isn’t actually until next weekend.

Paul Leier and Dwight Jensen have been neighbours for over 25 years, and after each big dump of snow, they’re ready to get to work.

“The number one thing is to maintain a good yard. I just like to be neat and tidy,” said Paul Leier, a Regina homeowner.

“It’s being a responsible citizen when you look after your yard. It was a big investment, so I like to look after my things,” said Dwight Jensen, homeowner.

According to the city bylaw, residents living downtown must clear their sidewalks within 24 hours of a storm. Others have 48 hours. But the shoveled snow must go onto your front lawn — not the street.

“We ask residents to maintain their sidewalks the best they can, so ones who use them can access them,” said Chris Warren, the City of Regina’s winter district maintenance manager.

But several residents often wonder just where to draw the line when it comes to shoveling their sidewalks.

Leier and Jensen work together to get the job done. They say, being a good neighbor means being polite and respectful of those around you.

“There’s times when your neighbours go away and you help out to make sure their driveway is clear or looks like there’s someone home. So yes I will go that extra mile to help out them,” said Leier.