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Expressway street sweeping begins Monday, May 25
May 22, 2026 - 10:00am
The City of Saskatoon will begin overnight expressway street sweeping operations on Monday, May 25, as part of the annual Spring Sweep program.
Expressway Sweeping operations will take place in phases on portions of Circle Drive, Idylwyld Drive and associated on and off ramps, and all of the work will be conducted overnight – between the hours of 8pm and 6am. The work is expected to last approximately one month, depending on weather conditions.
This work will not require full road closures. Crews will sweep one lane at a time, meaning one lane of traffic will remain open while work is underway. Drivers should expect partial lane closures and reduced speeds in active work zones.
Street sweeping is an active work zone. Drivers are reminded to slow down to 60 km/h, stay alert and follow all signage and directions around crews and equipment.
Street sweeping removes debris and sanding material from Saskatoon roadways, helping improve safety, drainage and roadway cleanliness.
Residents can find their neighbourhood sweep date and updates at saskatoon.ca/sweep.
City of Saskatoon provides update on pothole repair operations and response efforts
May 22, 2026 - 9:30am
Members of your news organization are invited to join the City of Saskatoon for a news conference providing an update on current pothole repair operations and the City’s response to increased pothole activity this spring.
Roadways Manager Cam LeClaire will be available to speak to the information shared in the City’s recent news release, including current repair operations, staffing and contractor support, repair prioritization and the impacts of weather and freeze-thaw cycles on road conditions.
Locations where pothole crews will be working can also be provided for b-roll and photo opportunities following the news conference.
Date: Monday May 25, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Parking lot of John Deere Building (330 Ontario Avenue)
NOTE: Media are asked to arrive no later than 5 minutes before 10 a.m.
City crews ramping up pothole repairs after weather delays
May 22, 2026 - 9:00am
Due to a higher-than-average accumulation of snowfall, as well as a high number of freeze and thaw events during the winter and spring seasons, the City’s pothole blitz was delayed. Despite mother nature getting in the way, we’re doing everything to get back on track, and the City has mobilized extra crews and contractors to accelerate completion of the repairs beginning Monday May 25.
“Since hot-mix asphalt became available for use at the start of May, City crews and contractor crews have used nearly 400 tonnes of asphalt during the pothole blitz,” says Cam LeClaire, Roadways Manager. “Our crews repair potholes year-round. In colder weather, we use gravel or recycling asphalt for temporary repairs, while hot-mix during warmer weather allows us to make more permanent repairs to maintain safety and provide a smoother ride on Saskatoon streets.”
Crews prioritize potholes in driving lanes on high-traffic streets first to address safety and mobility concerns quickly. Once these areas are addressed, crews return to repair potholes near curbs, parking lanes, and lower-priority streets.
Potholes are a common challenge in cities with freeze-thaw climates. Moisture enters small cracks in the pavement, freezes and expands, which causes the asphalt to break apart. Traffic travelling over weakened pavement can quickly enlarge these holes.
To date, more than 3,700 potholes have been reported using the City’s Report a Pothole map. Because of the high number of freeze-thaw events, this represents an increase of more than 2,000 potholes compared to the same time period in 2025. Residents reporting a pothole through the online map can also see whether the location has already been identified and is awaiting repair.
Potholes confirmed as emergencies are marked as High Priority on the online map and are addressed within 24 to 72 hours, weather permitting. Non-emergency pothole repairs are part of planned maintenance programs, ensuring the road network's longevity while prioritizing citizen safety and mobility.
Please allow 24 to 48 hours for repair completion and Map updates. Remember to reduce speed and watch for crews for everyone's safety.
Hazardous potholes or pavement cuts can be reported to our Customer Care Centre at 306-975-2476. Explore more about potholes and utility cut repairs at saskatoon.ca/potholes.
Full closures of priority one roads starting this weekend and Monday
May 22, 2026 - 6:00am
- Circle Drive ramp to Highway 16 starting at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday
The Circle Drive southbound ramp to Highway 16 eastbound will be closed for paving. This project is expected to take one night to complete. - Circle Drive exit to Idylwyld Drive starting at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday
The Circle Drive westbound ramp to Idylwyld Drive northbound will be closed for streetlight replacements. This project is expected to take two hours to complete. - Circle Drive ramp to Idylwyld Drive starting at 7:00 a.m. on Sunday
The Circle Drive westbound ramp to Idylwyld Drive southbound will be closed for roadway patching. This project is expected to take one day to complete. - Spadina Crescent starting at 7:00 a.m. on Sunday
Spadina Crescent will be closed under the Broadway Bridge for roadway patching. This project is expected to take one day to complete. - Circle Drive ramp to Circle Drive starting at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday
The Circle Drive eastbound ramp to Circle Drive northbound will be closed for paving. This project is expected to take one day to complete. - McClocklin Road starting at 7:00 a.m. on Monday
McClocklin Road will be closed between Richardson Road and Denham Way for channelization. This project is expected to take three days to complete. - Highway 11 ramp to Circle Drive starting at 7:00 p.m. on Monday
The Highway 11 northbound ramp to Circle Drive westbound will be closed for paving. This project is expected to take one night to complete.
Various priority one roadways will have closures and restrictions starting Saturday, May 23, Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25. Detour signs will be in place to guide motorists around the areas. The City thanks everyone for their patience. The closures will be as follows:
Closure end times are 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.
Read the Daily Road Report for a full list of construction projects on priority one roads.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Daily Road Report – May 22
May 21, 2026 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
TAYLOR ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Construction)
Start: May 22, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 4:00 p.m.
AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 29TH ST W TO 30TH ST W
(Service connection replacement)
Start: May 22, 8:00 a.m. End: May 23, 12:00 p.m.
71ST ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM BURRON AVE TO ARONEC AVE
(Construction)
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S WB CURB LANE AND RAMP CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CIRCLE DR S
(Road resurfacing)
Start: May 22, 7:00 p.m. End: May 23, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR S WB CURB LANE & RAMPS CLOSED FROM MACLEAN CRES TO MENDEL COVE
(Road resurfacing)
Start: May 21, 7:00 p.m. End: May 22, 6:00 a.m.
1ST AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED, WB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT 23RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: May 21, 8:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR EB CLOSED FROM MOWAT CRES TO SMALLWOOD CRES
(Service connection replacement)
Start: May 21, 8:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR EB CLOSED AT MOWAT CRES
(Water main work)
Start: May 21, 9:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
JUNOR AVE VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES AT MCCLOCKLIN RD
(Underground maintenance)
Start: May 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD SB LANES CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR E TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 6:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 4:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BOYCHUK DR TO CHABEN PL
(Construction)
All intersections will remain open
Start: May 11, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E EB, SB & WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(SL&P work)
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Construction)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 4:00 p.m.
11TH ST W EB & WB CLOSED FROM AVE J S TO AVE I S
(Construction)
Start: April 20, 7:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR REDUCED LANES FROM KERR RD TO ADDISON RD
(road rehabilitation)
Start: May 19, 8:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
ACADIA DR ROAD CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO AVONDALE RD
(Water main maintenance)
Start: March 23, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m
COLLEGE DRIVE ROAD CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Link construction)
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 2026
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(SL&P work)
Start: March 9, 9:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:30 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB/WB AND UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(College Dr Link Construction)
Closure of College Dr includes a full closure of the University Bridge at Spadina Cr E
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 13, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB & SB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
21ST ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE Y S TO AVE V S
(Cahill Park storm pond)
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: August 11, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Building construction)
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 5:00 p.m.
5TH AVE N CURB AND PARKING LANE CLOSURE FROM 25TH ST E TO 26TH ST E
(Building Construction)
Parking Lane on east-side of 5th Ave N is closed while construction takes place
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 42ND A ST E TO CIRCLE DR E
(Building construction)
Start: May 1, 8:00 a.m. End: October 1, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR W TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
2-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 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.
City launches City Stories: a new way to connect with residents
May 21, 2026 - 10:55am
The City of Saskatoon is excited to launch City Stories, a new storytelling space where residents can explore stories, photos and content that highlight the work being done every day to make Saskatoon a great place to live.
City Stories is the City’s dedicated storytelling platform, designed to share timely, accessible and resident-focused information in an engaging, conversational style. It’s a place to learn more about the people, projects and ideas shaping our city beyond meetings and technical updates.
Every day, the City plans, builds and maintains infrastructure people rely on, including streets, sidewalks, bridges, parks, swimming pools, sewers, water and transit. At the same time, we’re working on things that may be less visible but are just as important such as accessibility, affordability, safety, sustainability and community building.
City Stories will showcase articles covering these topics and more, offering a distinctive glimpse into what it takes to run a city and how we plan for the years ahead. The story items focus on serving the people who live here today, while helping create a city that will welcome many more tomorrow.
Residents are encouraged to visit City Stories often, as new and interesting articles will be shared weekly.
To explore City Stories and read the latest articles, visit citystories.saskatoon.ca.
Celebrate Arbor Week 2026 in Saskatoon
May 21, 2026 - 9:00am
Residents are invited to recognize the value of trees and our urban forest during Arbor Week, taking place May 24 to 31, 2026. A variety of activities organized by the SOS Trees Coalition will offer residents, students and families opportunities to learn about proper tree planting, discover the many benefits trees provide, and enjoy time spent in Saskatoon’s green spaces.
As part of the week’s events, the City, in partnership with SOS Trees Coalition, is hosting a community tree planting that will bring together students from Estey School and Walter Murray Collegiate. New trees and shrubs will be planted near Sifton Park in the Mount Royal neighbourhood to enhance the area and create a more welcoming and vibrant green space.
Date & Time: Thursday, May 28 at 9 a.m.
Location: Green space northwest of Sifton Park along 29th St. W., Saskatoon
This event is made possible by funding from the Government of Canada through the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.
Trees play an important role in enhancing Saskatoon’s quality of life. Arbor Week is a reminder of the importance of caring for and supporting the continued growth of the city’s urban forest.
For more information on tree planting, visit saskatoon.ca/treeplanting.
For a full list of Arbor Week activities, visit www.sostrees.ca/arborweek.
Full closures of priority one roads starting Friday
May 21, 2026 - 6:00am
- McClocklin Road starting at 7:00 a.m.
McClocklin Road will be closed between Richardson Road and Denham Way for channelization. This project is expected to take three days to complete. - Avenue H starting at 8:00 a.m.
Avenue H will be closed between 29th and 30th Streets for service connection replacements. This project is expected to take two days to complete. - 71st Street starting at 9:00 a.m.
71st Avenue will be closed between Burron and Aronec Avenues for construction. This project is expected to take one week to complete. - Circle Drive ramp to Highway 11 starting at 7:00 p.m.
The Circle Drive westbound ramp to Highway 11 southbound will be closed for resurfacing. This project is expected to take one night to complete.
Various priority one roadways will have closures and restrictions starting Friday, May 22. Detour signs will be in place to guide motorists around the areas. The City thanks everyone for their patience. The closures will be as follows:
Closure end times are 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.
Read the Daily Road Report for a full list of construction projects on priority one roads.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Daily Road Report – May 21
May 20, 2026 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
1ST AVE S SB PARKING & CURB LANES CLOSED AT 21ST ST E
(Brick restoration)
Start: May 21, 5:00 a.m. End: May 21, 1:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Construction)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 4:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED, WB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT 23RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: May 21, 8:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR EB CLOSED FROM MOWAT CRES TO SMALLWOOD CRES
(Service connection replacement)
Start: May 21, 8:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
ACADIA DR NB ROAD CLOSED FROM HIGHLANDS CRES TO PARKDALE RD
(W&WO)
2-way traffic in SB lanes.
Start: May 21, 9:00 a.m. End: May 21, 12:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO ASSINIBOINE DR
(Sewer inspections)
Start: May 21, 9:00 a.m. End: May 21, 1:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB VARIOUS LANES CLOSED (ROLLING CLOSURES) FROM 8TH ST E TO CIRCLE DR S
(Landscape maintenance)
Start: May 21, 9:00 a.m. End: May 21, 3:00 p.m.
QUEEN ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 4TH AVE N
(Manhole repair)
Start: May 21, 9:00 a.m. End: May 21, 3:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR EB CLOSED AT MOWAT CRES
(Water main work)
Start: May 21, 9:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE P S TO AVE O S
(Sewer inspections)
Start: May 21, 10:00 a.m. End: May 21, 12:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Sewer inspections)
SB squeeze over
Start: May 21, 12:00 p.m. End: May 21, 4:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S WB CURB LANE & RAMPS CLOSED FROM MACLEAN CRES TO MENDEL COVE
(Road resurfacing)
Start: May 21, 7:00 p.m. End: May 22, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CUMBERLAND AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 10TH ST E
(Service connection replacement)
Start: May 20, 8:00 a.m. End: May 21, 12:00 p.m.
MCCLOCKLIN RD EB & WB CLOSED FROM MCKAGUE CRES TO JUNOR AVE
(Channelization)
Start: May 11, 7:00 a.m. End: May 21, 5:00 p.m.
JUNOR AVE VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES AT MCCLOCKLIN RD
(Underground maintenance)
Start: May 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD SB LANES CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR E TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 6:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 4:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BOYCHUK DR TO CHABEN PL
(Construction)
All intersections will remain open
Start: May 11, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E EB, SB & WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(SL&P work)
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR REDUCED LANES FROM KERR RD TO ADDISON RD
(road rehabilitation)
Start: May 19, 8:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
11TH ST W EB & WB CLOSED FROM AVE J S TO AVE I S
(Construction)
Start: April 20, 7:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
ACADIA DR ROAD CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO AVONDALE RD
(Water main maintenance)
Start: March 23, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m
COLLEGE DRIVE ROAD CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Link construction)
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 2026
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(SL&P work)
Start: March 9, 9:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:30 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB/WB AND UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(College Dr Link Construction)
Closure of College Dr includes a full closure of the University Bridge at Spadina Cr E
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 13, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB & SB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
21ST ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE Y S TO AVE V S
(Cahill Park storm pond)
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: August 11, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Building construction)
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 5:00 p.m.
5TH AVE N CURB AND PARKING LANE CLOSURE FROM 25TH ST E TO 26TH ST E
(Building Construction)
Parking Lane on east-side of 5th Ave N is closed while construction takes place
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 42ND A ST E TO CIRCLE DR E
(Building construction)
Start: May 1, 8:00 a.m. End: October 1, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR W TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
2-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 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.
Traffic restrictions in place on McOrmond Drive between Kerr Road and Addison Road
May 20, 2026 - 2:30pm
Traffic restrictions are in place on McOrmond Drive between Kerr Road and Addison Road starting Tuesday, May 19 for road rehabilitation work. One lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained throughout the project, and detours are in place to guide drivers around the area. This project is expected to take approximately two weeks 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.