Project Information

 A review of 2nd Avenue/3rd Avenue between King Street and 33rd Street was completed to identify safety improvements for people walking, cycling, and driving.  A map of the project limits is provided here.

City Council approved Option 2A – Widen to the West, Separated Sidewalk on May 29, 2024. Features of the recommended option include:

1. Widening traffic lanes to 3.6 metres;
2. Widening the west sidewalk to 2.5 metres wide;
3. Widening the east sidewalk to a 3.0 metre shared-use pathway;
4. Constructing a cul-de-sac to close 3^rd Avenue at 2^nd Avenue;
5. Installation of pedestrian accessible curb ramps; and
6. Installation of pedestrian actuated signals at King Street and at Duke Street.

How Can You Get Involved?

Thank you to everyone who participated in the engagement activities to let us know your thoughts and comments on the Connecting 2nd Avenue / 3rd Avenue: Walking, Cycling, and Driving Improvements project. 

Why Are We Doing This Work?

In the 1980s, the City of Saskatoon acquired properties along the 900 block of 3rd Avenue North, a site on the corner of Duchess Street and 3rd Avenue, and a site on the corner of Duke Street and 3rd Avenue. The intent was to widen 3rd Avenue North. The project was postponed because of the Circle Drive project.

The City Park Local Area Plan (April 2010) recommended:

That the Infrastructure Services Department, Transportation Branch, in addition to the required public notice policy, present the  proposed design for the 3rd Avenue road widening to the City Park Community Association and City Park Local Area Planning Committee. And, that the Community Services Department, Land Branch, meets with the City Park Local Area Planning Committee  in regard to the development of this property.

The Central Industrial Area Traffic Review (February 2022) recommended:

*These recommendations may require modification at the time of detailed design due to the complexity of these locations