Roads and streets are the network of paved or unpaved surfaces municipalities build and maintain for vehicle and pedestrian movement. This includes local residential streets, collector roads, and arterial roads, but typically excludes provincial highways. Municipalities are responsible for construction, maintenance, snow clearing, repairs, and signage on their road networks. Roads represent major municipal assets requiring ongoing investment. Road classification systems categorize roads by function and traffic volume, affecting design standards and maintenance priorities. Road networks connect neighbourhoods, support economic activity, and enable service delivery. Balancing road needs with other transportation modes and limited budgets challenges all municipalities.