News Releases

*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.

NEW

AVE P S NB LANES CLOSED AT 11TH ST W
(Sewer inspections)
Start: December 23, 9:00 a.m. End: December 23, 1:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E SB ROUNDABOUT CLOSED AT 2ND AVE S
(Menorah Installation)
Start: December 23, 11:00 a.m. End: December 23, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

19TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Building repairs)
Start: December 20, 4:00 p.m. End: December 23, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: January 10, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.

NEW

CIRCLE DR E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE S TO CIRCLE DR E
(Guardrail upgrade)
Start: December 21, 9:00 a.m. End: December 21, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB CURB LANE AND RAMP CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR N
(Cabinet replacement)
Start: December 22, 7:00 a.m. End: December 22, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

19TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Building repairs)
Start: December 20, 4:00 p.m. End: December 23, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: January 10, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

Despite the cold weather, the City of Saskatoon Leisure Centres offer a wide range of activities for a winter escape. From swimming lessons and preschool and youth recreation programs to adult fitness and specialized wellness programs, there is something to keep the whole family active this winter.

Registration for Winter 2025 programs opened at the beginning of December 2024 and there is still room to register in many programs of your choice. Find your fit!

Life Saving Society Swim Lessons – With classes available for babies to adults, there are many class options for you and your family’s busy life. Choose from weekday, weekend and evening sessions.

Multi-Level Swim Lessons for Families ­– Available at Lawson Civic Centre for families with multiple children wanting swim lessons at the same time. When registering, tell us the swim levels your children are in and we will ensure they all receive instruction during the same time. Register by calling Lawson Civic Centre at 306-975-7873 (not available through Leisure Online).

Private Swim Lessons – Available at Lakewood Civic Centre, Lawson Civic Centre and the Shaw Centre. If individualized instruction appeals to you, these sessions are an excellent way to get to the next level of development.

Lil’ & Mini Movers Programs – These new programs are revamped versions of the beloved Teddy Bears Picnic and offer a fun and energetic environment for preschool children to run, hop, throw and roll. The Mini Movers and Lil’ Movers programs are instructor-led classes designed to help children develop fundamental movement skills while burning off some energy.  They are offered at Lakewood Civic Centre, Lawson Civic Centre, and Shaw Centre.

Registrations are accepted online at leisureonline.saskatoon.ca or by calling or visiting any of the Leisure Centres – Cosmo, Lakewood, and Lawson Civic Centres; Saskatoon Field House; and the Shaw Centre.

For more information about winter program options, refer to the Winter Leisure Guide or visit saskatoon.ca/leisureguide.

The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, Boxing Day, Thursday, December 26, and New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1.

City Hall

• City Hall will be closed on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, and Boxing Day, Thursday, December 26, and will reopen on Friday, December 27, at 8 a.m.
• City Hall will be closed on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1, and will reopen on Thursday, January 2, at 8 a.m.

Roadway Detours & Closures
Check here for detailed holiday road restrictions for priority one roadways.

Remai Modern

• Remai Modern will be closed on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, and Boxing Day, Thursday, December 26, and will reopen on Friday, December 27, at 10 a.m.
• Remai Modern will be closed on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1, and will reopen on Thursday, January 2, at 10 a.m.

Saskatoon Public Library

• All Saskatoon Public Library (SPL) locations will close at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24. All locations will also be closed on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, and reopen with regular operating hours on Thursday, December 26.
• All SPL locations will close at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31. All locations will be closed on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1, and reopen with regular operating hours on Thursday, January 2.

Saskatoon Transit

• Fixed-route transit will run holiday service hours on December 25, 26, and January 1 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (normal fares apply).
  • For real-time bus locations, service alerts, and to plan your trip, use the Transit app.
  • Visit saskatoontransit.ca
• Route 1225 - Jingle Bell Express will provide free service on Boxing Day, December 26, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.  
• In partnership with SGI, Saskatoon Transit and Access Transit will offer free service on all routes on New Year’s Eve, December 31, from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. (times may vary slightly by route).
• OnDemand service will not be available on December 25, 26 and January 1. 
• Access Transit will operate holiday service hours on December 25, 26 and January 1. from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.     
  • Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedures.
  • Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays.   
• Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed for walk-in customers on December 25, 26 and January 1, but phone lines (306-975-3100) will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

Pay Parking

• The City’s pay stations will require payment on Boxing Day, Thursday, December 26, 2024, as well as New Year's Eve, Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
• Payment will not be required on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, 2024, and New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1, 2025.

Municipal Impound Lot

• The Impound Lot will be closed to the public on Wednesday, December 25, and Wednesday, January 1. Vehicles will be released to the public as usual on Thursday, December 26. For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/VehicleSeizures.

Waste Collections

• Garbage, Recycling, and Organics collections that fall on Christmas Day (Wednesday, December 25) and New Year’s Day (Wednesday, January 1) are rescheduled for the following Saturday. All other collections as scheduled.
• Check your Collection Calendar at saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar.

Material Recovery Centre & Landfill

• The Material Recovery Centre and Landfill will be closed on Wednesday, December 25, and Wednesday, January 1.
• Live Christmas trees can be dropped off at Sort & Go from December 26 to January 31 for free from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
• Cash transactions are accepted, although credit and debit are recommended.
• More information at saskatoon.ca/mrc.

Compost Depot
The Compost Depot is closed for the season.

Woodlawn Cemetery

• The cemetery office will be closed on Wednesday, December 25.
• Cemetery grounds are open to the public from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual.

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo
December 25: Closed
Regular Hours of Operation December 26 and January 1

• Zoo – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Leisure Centres
Search for drop-in program information including fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions, and fitness programs on Leisure Online at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca

• Cosmo Civic Centre
  • Christmas Eve – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Christmas Day – Closed
  • Boxing Day – Closed
  • New Year’s Day – Closed
• Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre - Closed for facility upgrade. Learn more at saskatoon.ca/harrybailey.
• Lakewood Civic Centre
  • Christmas Eve – 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Christmas Day – Closed
  • Boxing Day – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • New Year’s Day – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Lawson Civic Centre
  • Christmas Eve – 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Christmas Day – Closed
  • Boxing Day – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • New Year’s Day – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saskatoon Field House
  • Christmas Eve – 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Christmas Day – Closed
  • Boxing Day – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • New Year’s Day – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Shaw Centre
  • Christmas Eve – 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Christmas Day – Closed
  • Boxing Day – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • New Year’s Day – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Terry Fox Track
  • Christmas Eve – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Christmas Day – Closed
  • Boxing Day – Closed
  • New Year’s Day – Closed

Indoor Rinks
Bonus public skating times are being offered from December 21 to January 5. Visit dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca for the holiday skating schedule.

• ACT Public Skating – Cancelled December 24 & 31
• ACT Public Skating – Cancelled December 26
• Cosmo Public Skating – Cancelled December 25, 26 & January 1
• Archibald Parent & Tot Skate - Cancelled December 25 & January 1

NOTIFYNOW
Residents are encouraged to sign up for notifynow to receive timely and targeted public safety messages. Notifynow is a free service. Tell us how to best reach you on your preferred communication device. Visit saskatoon.ca/notifynow for more information.

YXE Service Alerts
For information and updates on service disruptions such as power or water, check saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @yxeservicealert on Twitter.

The Circle Drive westbound ramp to Idylwyld Drive northbound will be closed on Sunday, December 22, starting at 7:00 a.m. for a cabinet replacement. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one day to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

Millar Avenue will be closed between 57th and 59th streets on Sunday, December 22, starting at 8:00 a.m. for a water main repair. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one day to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.

NEW

4TH AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(SL&P work)
Start: December 20, 9:00 a.m. End: December 20, 3:00 p.m.

19TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Building repairs)
Start: December 20, 4:00 p.m. End: December 23, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

4TH AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: December 20, 4:00 p.m.

19TH ST E EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Crane hoist)
Start: December 3, 7:00 a.m. End: December 20, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: December 20, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 6TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(SL&P construction)
Start: August 7, 8:00 a.m. End: December 20, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

Explore the full list of updated rates and fees for all City of Saskatoon services, including civic services, utilities, parking, Saskatoon Transit, business development, parks, recreation, attractions, and more. These changes take effect on January 1, 2025.

City of Saskatoon 2025 Rates and Fees effective January 1, 2025

Visit saskatoon.ca for more information on City of Saskatoon services and programs.

The following rates and fees for City of Saskatoon services take effect on January 1, 2025.

SERVICES FOR RESIDENTS

Animal Services – Pet Licenses

There are various rate and fee changes effective January 1, 2025, for Animal Services. Visit saskatoon.ca/petlicensing for current rates.

Material Recovery Centre & Landfill

• In 2025, there are no increases to Landfill entry fees, tipping fees, specific disposal fees, or the discount for small loads.
• Visit saskatoon.ca/mrc for current rates and fees.

Compost Depots

• The Compost Depot Commercial Hauler Season Permit fee remains $150 for 2025.

Waste-Related Handling Services

• Curbside Residential Garbage Program (black cart) average fees per cart per month will increase to approximately as follows in 2025: small (120 L) cart - $3.83, medium (240 L) - $7.23 and large (360 L) - $10.84.
• Curbside Residential Organics Program (green cart) average fees per cart per month will increase to approximately $7.78 per month in 2025.
• Curbside Residential Recycling Program (blue cart) average fees per cart per month will remain at $7.47 per month in 2025.
• Multi-Unit Residential Recycling Program average fees per dwelling per month will increase to $4.22 per month in 2025.

2025 Saskatoon Light & Power Electrical Rates

Effective January 1, 2025, Saskatoon Light & Power (SL&P) customers will see an increase in the Carbon Charge rate on their utility bills. For residential customers, the increase will vary depending on their electrical consumption but will amount to 1.65% on average. This is a result of the Carbon Tax on emissions from electricity generation, which was established in 2019 and has increased annually. The Carbon Charge rate is applied on a kilowatt-hour (kWh) basis. All SL&P fees and rates can be found at saskatoon.ca/ElectricalRates.

The City has historically set its rates to match those established by SaskPower. This is to ensure there are no inequities between utility customers regardless of whether their property is within the SL&P or SaskPower franchise area.  

Water and Wastewater

In 2025, water and wastewater rates will increase by an average rate of 5.4%.

Property Taxes

Current Property Tax: For property tax levied in the current year that remains outstanding beyond the June 30 payment deadline, the penalty remains at 1.75% per month.
Property Tax in Arrears: For Property Tax Arrears, where a property tax balance remains outstanding beyond December 31 of the year the property tax was levied in, the penalty remains at 2.25% per month.

Corporate Revenue Service Requests

• Tax Certificates (EPTSC): $35 per certificate (no change)
• Tax Searches:  $15 per search (no change)

Parking Services

• Hourly pay parking rate is $2.50 per hour. Posted time limits do apply. 
• ParkedIn App is charging an additional $0.15 convenience fee on each transaction. Visit Public Pay Parking for rate information. 
• There are various fee changes for the Impound Lot.  Visit Vehicle Seizures for rate information.

Special Permits

Special permit information is available at saskatoon.ca/trafficpermits.
Rates are effective January 1, 2025

• Sidewalk Crossing permit application fee: $775.00
• Truck permit application fee:
  • $200.00 for blanket annual
  • $75.00 for daily

Saskatoon Transit and Access Transit

• In 2025, all transit fares remain the same.
• Visit Saskatoon Transit for information on fares.

Building and Plumbing Permits

• There are various rate and fee changes effective January 1, 2025 for both building and plumbing permits.
• For a full list of 2025 Building Permit Fees visit saskatoon.ca/permitfees.
• For a full list of 2025 Plumbing Permit Fees visit saskatoon.ca/plumbingpermit.

PARKS, RECREATION & ATTRACTIONS

Leisure Centres
There are various rate changes for Leisure Centres effective January 1, 2025. Visit saskatoon.ca/admissions for 2025 rates.

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo
There are various rate and fee changes effective January 1, 2025, for the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Visit saskatoon.ca/zoo for 2025 admission rates and Saskatoon.ca/zoorentals for rental rates.

Indoor Registered Swim Lessons
Rates are effective April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. All rates listed exclude GST.
30 Minutes: $92.50
45 Minutes: $121.50
60 Minutes: $139.00

Outdoor Registered Swim Lessons
Rates are effective April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. All rates listed exclude GST.
30 Minutes: $78.75
45 Minutes: $103.25
60 Minutes: $118.25

Gordon Howe Campground
There are various rate and fee changes for golf courses effective January 1, 2025. Visit saskatoon.ca/camp for 2025 rates.

Golf Courses
There are various rate and fee changes for golf courses effective April 1, 2025. Visit saskatoon.ca/golf for 2025 rates.

Sport Fields
Rates are effective January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. The following rates are per game (2 hours).  All rates listed exclude GST.
Class 1 (with lights): $150.00
Class 1 (without lights): $72.00
Class 2: $69.00
Class 3: $60.00

Visit saskatoon.ca/sportfields for more information.

Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park

General Admission (single ticket) - $3.25
Play Pack (12 tickets) $32.50
Group booking 2 rider operators (recommended for groups of 50 or less $166.50 + GST
Group booking 3 rider operators (recommended for groups of 51 to 75) $277.50 + GST
Group booking 5 rider operators (recommended for groups of 75 to 150 +) $388.50+ GST

Visit saskatoon.ca/nutrienplayland for more information.

Outdoor Pools
There are various rate changes for outdoor pools.
Visit saskatoon.ca/outdoorpools for 2025 rates.

Indoor Arenas

Rates and fees effective October 1,2025 to September 30, 2026.

Arena Rates and Fees
Prime-Time Ice: $325 /hour
Non-Prime Ice: $220/ hour
Summer Ice: $220/hour
Dry Arena Rental: $85/hour
Dry Arena Daily: $765 /hour

Public Skating
Adults: $6.75
Youth: $4.75
Family: 13.50

Woodlawn Cemetery
Visit saskatoon.ca/woodlawn for 2025 rates.

*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.