City of Ottawa launches contest to name 24 snowplows for winter [Video]

Plowy McPlowface or Mr. Plow could be clearing snow from Ottawa roads this winter.

The City of Ottawa is launching a ‘Name the Plow’ contest, inviting children and youth under the age of 16 to help name a snowplow in their ward.

“The campaign aims to raise awareness about snowplow safety among Ottawa’s children and youth while adding some fun to the winter season,” the city said in a statement.

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Twenty-four snowplows will be named to mark Ottawa’s 24 wards.

Children and youth are invited to submit names from Sept. 9 to 30, and then a voting period will be held between Oct. 14 and 21. The winning snowplow names will be announced on Oct. 24.

“Whether you’re a fan of puns, local legends, or winter-themed names, we want your creativity to shine through,” the …