Toronto Council Approves Snow Shoveling Pay Plan

Toronto City Council has approved Mayor Olivia Chao's plan to pay residents for shoveling snow

during big storms. The vote went 17 to 9 in favor on Thursday. The idea draws from a proposal

by New York City's new mayor and targets roll out by this winter. Council also passed an amendment

to consult organized labor on the details. Opponents like Deputy Mayor Mike Kale led the pushback,

calling it a recipe for problems like injury claims and equipment issues. Others wondered why

mimic New York, pointing out differences in snow management and existing contractor deals.

Supporters highlighted extreme weather needs and the push for fresh ideas to clear past faster.

City managers explained it as, surge help for sidewalks, transit stops, and tough spots when

standard crews fall behind. Details were rolled out soon to tackle winter challenges head on.

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