Snow Angels

Would you like to lend a helping hand to those in need this winter season?
Do you enjoy the snow and a little bit of good old physical activity?
Volunteer to become a Snow Angel!

What is the Snow Angel Program?

The Snow Angel program unites people who need help clearing their adjacent City sidewalks of snow, with eager volunteers from our community who want to help.

When it snows, City crews clear our roadways and property owners clear their sidewalks – all in an effort to keep Coquitlam moving. But for some members of our community, particularly seniors, moving snow is a difficult task. Snow Angels will respond to requests made to the City by those who are unable to shovel their own adjacent City sidewalks due to physical disabilities or restrictions.

Who is eligible to access the Snow Angels?

You must be a resident in the Westwood Plateau or Como Lake areas and be unable to shovel your own sidewalk due to a physical disability or restriction, over the age of 65 or concerned that the physical exertion from a heavy snowfall is too much.

Qualifications

65 years of age or older
Under 65 years of age, with a disability
Claim the Seniors or Disability Homeowner Grant
Unable to clear the snow on your sidewalk
Must complete an application form, with a signed waiver

Who can volunteer as a Snow Angel?

The Snow Angels can be anyone who wishes to volunteer to help make our City's sidewalks safer for those in need. Once the volunteer screening process has been completed, the City staff will provide training and equipment to Snow Angel Volunteers to assist qualified, pre-approved residents in the Westwood Plateau and Como Lake areas.

Qualifications

14 years of age or older
Live within close proximity to the Westwood Plateau or Como Lake communities
In adequate physical shape and capable of clearing snow
Commitment: 1-2 homes per individual each session. The volunteer term will run all of the 2011 - 2012
Winter season, with requests being weather dependent.
Orientation/Training: Training which includes shovelling techniques and healthy back exercises will be provided to qualified volunteers.