Community Volunteer Assistance

It's a pretty simple program. Residents in need of snow removal help have a “Snow Angel” sign in their front yard, letting you know they could use a helping hand keeping their walkways clear during winter.

All you need to do is bring a shovel, find a sign, and help out your neighbour by clearing their sidewalk, driveways, and paths.

Below is the sign you'll be looking for.

If you need help removing snow and you're a resident of Strathmore, you're eligible. Please note, the Snow Angels Program relies on the good will of neighbourhood volunteers. Placement of a Snow Angels sign is not a guarantee that snow will be removed.

Sign Up

For more information and to request a sign, connect with the Strathmore's Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) at 403-934-9090

Snow Angels are citizens; youth, seniors, families, community groups, and corporate, who voluntarily shovel snow for residents needing snow removal assistance. Snow Angels do not have to sign up, just grab a shovel and help!

Simply grab a shovel and help! No sign-up required.

Properties participating in the Snow Angels Program are marked with snowflake symbols, and their addresses are labeled for easy identification.

Click Snow Angels Program to view map.

Shoveling snow is a very strenuous activity.  Prevention of injury or exhaustion is extremely important, click the following links for some shoveling safety tips:  https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/ergonomics/snow_shovelling.html

The KARE Volunteer Driver Program is here to help people in Strathmore who need extra support getting to important places. You can use this program if:

• You meet the program's income requirements
• Require transport due to healthcare and medical needs. 

If you’re not sure you qualify, contact the FCSS staff for more information. They’ll help you figure out if this program is the right fit for you.

Using the KARE Volunteer Driver Program is easy! Here’s how it works:

1. Request an Application: Below this accordion, you will find the client guide and application for the KARE program. Please refer to the client criteria in the application guideline. Complete the attached application and submit it to fcss@strathmore.ca for review and approval. Once accepted into the program you will be able to book a KARE driver by calling the FCSS office at (403) 934-9090. Please be reminded, a three day minimum notice is required for all bookings.
2. Enjoy the Journey: A friendly volunteer driver will pick you up and make sure you get to your destination safely and on time.
3. Support the Program: Ensure that you are able to pay the fee for the ride. If you are not requiring support with this program but would like to support through donation please contact the FCSS office for additional information. 

Yes, but you must be able to transfer your walker or wheelchair into the vehicle on your own and without assistance from the KARE driver.

We'd love to have you! Download and fill out the Volunteer Driver Application located at the bottom of the page, and email it to fcss@strathmore.ca.

You can ask us! There's a couple of ways you can get in contact with us. 

• You can give us a call at (403) 934-9090
• Send us an email at fcss@strathmore.ca
• Drop by the FCSS office, located at 1 Parklane Drive, during our open hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.