Roads, Parking & Transportation

An integrated system of roads, lanes, sidewalks, paths, trails and pedestrian bridges, combined with a fixed-route and transit-on-demand public transportation service, ensures safe travel for drivers, riders and pedestrians around Medicine Hat.

Infrastructure, Maintenance & Regulations

Airport

Medicine Hat Regional Airport (YXH) provides flight services to and from Medicine Hat and surrounding areas.

Construction & Closures

Stay up to date on current City projects, initiatives, road closures and more.

Dangerous Goods

Vehicles hauling dangerous goods are required to follow the assigned Dangerous Goods Route.

Heavy Truck Route

Heavy trucks with a gross weight of 6,500 kg or more and trucks exceeding 11 metres in length are required to follow the designated heavy truck route.

Report a Problem

Many City services are connected right to our service request system and can be reported by submitting an online ticket.

Roads & Sidewalks

The City maintains more than 1,100 km of roadways and more than 520 km of sidewalks.

Service Disruptions & Closures

Information on closures and disruptions for City roads, trails, utilities, and services.

Snow & Ice Control

The snow and ice control program is an essential service to permit safe and efficient travel for vehicles during winter months.

Vehicle Access Permits

A vehicle access permit is required if access to your backyard involves crossing an open space, municipal or environmental reserve.

Parking & Mobility Services

Electric Vehicles

We're charging forward in support of the transition to low-emission vehicles by adding EV chargers in high-traffic public locations.

eScooter Program

The City of Medicine Hat has approved the use of eScooters in certain areas of the city.

Parking

The City of Medicine Hat maintains parking areas in high-traffic areas such as downtown and near community facilities within residential neighbourhoods.

Transit

Medicine Hat Transit's convenient, affordable and flexible services are designed to help get you where you need to go.

Transportation Safety

Initiatives that help create safer streets, reduce collisions, promote active transportation, and enhance overall quality of life.

High Load Moves

If you are moving a load with a height of 5.3m or higher, the Alberta Electrical Utility Code requires drivers to contact the electrical utility. You can request an escort through our service territory by filling out the High Load Request form. Please note that we require 10 business days to process and up to 40 days depending on height and route which may require a transmission line outage. Fees for this service are outlined in the request form.

High Load Request