News Releases

The College Drive westbound ramp to Circle Drive southbound will be closed on Thursday, July 11, starting at 6:30 p.m. for paving. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one night 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.

2nd Avenue will be closed between 21st and 23rd streets starting on Thursday, July 11, at 5:30 a.m. for the Downtown Sidewalk Sale. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. The event closures will be in place daily from 5:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for three days, 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

BROADWAY AVE NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 4TH ST E TO 6TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
Start: July 10, 9:00 a.m. End: July 10, 3:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT MCEOWN AVE
(Storm main repair)
Start: July 10, 9:00 a.m. End: July 10, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: July 10, 9:00 a.m. End: July 10, 3:00 p.m.

HIGHWAY 7 NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO 22ND ST W
(Road resurfacing)
Start: July 10, 11:00 a.m. End: July 13, 6:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

HIGHWAY 11 SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM VIC BLVD TO KOLYNCHUK CRES
(Paving)
Start: July 10, 7:00 p.m. End: July 11, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR S WB CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT VALLEY RD
(Pavement markings)
Start: July 9, 7:00 p.m. End: July 10, 5:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR W NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 11TH ST W
(Pavement markings)
Start: July 9, 7:00 p.m. End: July 10, 5:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 SB RAMP & CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO VIC BLVD
(Road resurfacing)
Start: July 9, 7:00 p.m. End: July 10, 6:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR W NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 33RD ST W
(Pavement markings)
Start: July 9, 7:00 p.m. End: July 10, 6:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 7 NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 11TH ST TO RAILWAY CROSSING
(Paving)
Start: July 8, 7:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CENTRAL AVE TO CIRCLE DR E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: July 9, 6:30 p.m. End: July 11, 6:00 a.m.

MCORMOND DR SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON GATE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Tree planting)
Start: July 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 12, 4:30 p.m.

MELVILLE ST EB LANES CLOSED FROM PORTAGE AVE TO BRAND RD
(Construction)
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: July 14, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST EB LANES CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: June 7, 7:00 a.m. End: July 14, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD TO DATTANI WAY
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 4, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Water main maintenance)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN & NEXT LANES AND WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM UNIVERSITY DR TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

FAIRLIGHT DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 11TH ST W
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: June 17, 7:00 a.m. End: August 2, 5:00 p.m.

NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Road construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 5, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 4:30 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: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

As part of the City's Extreme Heat Response, all spray pads hours have been extended to 10:00 p.m. until Thursday, July 11.  Spray pads are open daily at 10:00 a.m. Visit saskatoon.ca/spraypads for a list of spray pad locations. 

There are over 60 locations across Saskatoon to cool off and take a break from the heat. View the list of Cool Down Locations to find a cooling location near you.

In anticipation of higher than normal temperatures this week, combined with the Air Quality Index, the Saskatoon Emergency Management Organization (EMO) will activate the Saskatoon Extreme Heat Emergency Response Plan from Monday, July 8 to Thursday, July 11 to support residents in Saskatoon, especially those vulnerable to the heat.

The Saskatoon Extreme Heat Emergency Response Plan is a coordinated response that provides residents with access to cooling locations, outreach services, wellness checks and water distribution during extreme heat. Individuals and families experiencing distress from the heat can visit any of the designated cool-down locations throughout the city. Partner organizations will also distribute water to vulnerable residents and have access to misting tents to provide another way to cool down.

Extreme Heat can cause serious negative health impacts ranging from dehydration and heat exhaustion to heat stroke and potentially death. Extreme heat can be especially dangerous for individuals who live in a residence without air conditioning or a way to cool the home, are older adults, and who also have re-existing health conditions. Residents can help those most vulnerable to this extreme and prolonged heat by checking on family, friends and neighbours, sharing the list of cool-down locations and by alerting emergency services if they see someone in distress due to the extreme heat.

In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Other things to consider during days of extreme heat: 

River Safety

Although the South Saskatchewan River may provide a tempting option to cool down on hot days, EMO reminds residents that the river is unpredictable and swimming in the river is prohibited. The river has many hazards including changing currents and an unstable bottom.

Pet Wellness

On warm summer days, it’s important to keep your pets safe and comfortable. Considerations include:

• Ensuring your pet has plenty of fresh water to drink
• Monitoring your pet for signs of heat stress such as rapid panting
• Never leaving pets in parked cars for any amount of time
• Offering your pet a means to cool down such as a wading pool or damp towel

For more information on how to keep your pet safe this summer, contact your local veterinarian.

Working Safe

As the humidex rises, those who work outdoors are encouraged to take necessary actions including:

• Drink extra water,
• Increase breaks out of the sun
• Modify work duties to prevent heat illness

For safety tips and guidelines for employees working in hot conditions, visit the Government of Saskatchewan’s Working Outdoors page.

Transit Safe Bus Program

As always, Saskatoon Transit offers the Safe Bus Program designed to assist anyone, of any age, that needs immediate shelter or needs to contact emergency services. If you need help, simply and safely flag down a bus or go to a parked bus. Transit operators can contact emergency services directly through the on-bus radio system and will give the person in need a safe place to wait.

Smart Yard and Garden Watering

During heat waves, there is increased water usage. The City encourages residents to be water wise by watering your lawn and trees early in the morning and skip windy days to minimize evaporation. Smart watering helps the environment and can save you money during hot summer months. Follow these quick lawn care tips to be more efficient with your water and learn more ways to be water wise.

For more information about the Saskatoon Extreme Heat Emergency Response Plan and how to stay safe during extreme heat, visit saskatoon.ca/heat.

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

NEW

FAIRLIGHT DR SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCORMACK RD TO PENDYGRASSE RD
(Sewer lining)
Start: July 9, 9:00 a.m. End: July 9, 3:00 p.m.

WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ASSINIBOINE DR TO CIRCLE DR E
(Bridge deck maintenance)
Start: July 9, 9:00 a.m. End: July 9, 3:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Sanitary sewer inspection)
Start: July 9, 1:00 p.m. End: July 9, 4:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

COLLEGE DR WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CENTRAL AVE TO CIRCLE DR E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: July 9, 6:30 p.m. End: July 11, 6:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR S WB CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT VALLEY RD
(Pavement markings)
Start: July 9, 7:00 p.m. End: July 10, 5:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR W NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 11TH ST W
(Pavement markings)
Start: July 9, 7:00 p.m. End: July 10, 5:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 SB RAMP & CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO VIC BLVD
(Road resurfacing)
Start: July 9, 7:00 p.m. End: July 10, 6:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR W NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 33RD ST W
(Pavement markings)
Start: July 9, 7:00 p.m. End: July 10, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

CENTRAL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 115TH ST TO 116TH ST
(Unplanned water main repairs)
Start: July 8, 8:00 a.m. End: TBD

CIRCLE DR W NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 33RD ST W
(Pavement markings)
No northbound access from Laurier
Start: July 8, 7:00 p.m. End: July 9, 5:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO PRESTON AVE N
(Road resurfacing)
Start: July 8, 6:30 p.m. End: July 9, 6:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E ROAD CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Bridge washing)
Start: July 8, 8:00 p.m. End: July 9, 6:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 SB CURB LANE & SW LOOP CLOSED FROM HIGHWAY 16 TO SENICK CRES
(Road paving)
Start: July 8, 7:00 p.m. End: July 9, 6:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S VARIOUS NB & SB LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES E
(Water main lining)
Start: July 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 9, 3:00 p.m.

HIGHWAY 7 NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 11TH ST TO RAILWAY CROSSING
(Paving)
Start: July 8, 7:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON GATE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Tree planting)
Start: July 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 12, 4:30 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD TO DATTANI WAY
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 4, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Water main maintenance)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN & NEXT LANES AND WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM UNIVERSITY DR TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

FAIRLIGHT DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 11TH ST W
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: June 17, 7:00 a.m. End: August 2, 5:00 p.m.

NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Road construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 5, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 4:30 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: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

Central Avenue will be closed between 115th and 116th streets starting this morning for unplanned water main repairs. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. The timeline to complete this work will be updated later today.                        

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.

The Highway 11 southbound ramp to Vic Boulevard westbound will be closed on Tuesday, July 9, starting at 7:00 p.m. for road resurfacing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one night 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.

To accommodate road resurfacing work on College Drive starting Tuesday, July 9 at 6:30 p.m., ramp closures, detours, and lane restrictions will be in place guiding motorists around these projects. Work is expected to take place over two nights, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances. 

Road restrictions will include:

• Central Avenue southbound left turn lane onto College Drive eastbound
• College Drive eastbound left turn lane onto Central Avenue northbound
• College Drive eastbound left turn lane onto Circle Drive northbound
• College Drive westbound median lane between Central Avenue and Circle Drive

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

HIGHWAY 7 NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 11TH ST TO RAILWAY CROSSING
(Paving)
Start: July 8, 7:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM EASTLAKE AVE TO BROADWAY AVE
(Roadway patching)
Start: July 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 8, 3:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MORGAN AVE TO SOMMERFELD AVE
(Paving)
Start: July 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 8, 3:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S VARIOUS NB & SB LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES E
(Water main lining)
Start: July 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 9, 3:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON GATE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Tree planting)
Start: July 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 12, 4:30 p.m.

AVE C N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO HASKAMP ST
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: July 8, 10:00 a.m. End: July 8, 12:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

COLLEGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO PRESTON AVE N
(Road resurfacing)
Start: July 8, 6:30 p.m. End: July 9, 6:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR W NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 33RD ST W
(Pavement markings)
No northbound access from Laurier
Start: July 8, 7:00 p.m. End: July 9, 5:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 SB CURB LANE & SW LOOP CLOSED FROM HIGHWAY 16 TO SENICK CRES
(Road paving)
Start: July 8, 7:00 p.m. End: July 9, 6:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E ROAD CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Bridge washing)
Start: July 8, 8:00 p.m. End: July 9, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N 
(Pavement markings) 
Start: July 7, 7:00 p.m. End: July 8, 5:00 a.m. 

CIRCLE DR E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO CIRCLE DR E 
(Pavement markings) 
Start: July 7, 7:00 p.m. End: July 8, 6:00 a.m. 

CIRCLE DR E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO PRESTON AVE N 
(Line painting) 
Start: July 7, 7:00 p.m. End: July 8, 6:00 a.m. 

MELVILLE ST EB LANES CLOSED FROM PORTAGE AVE TO BRAND RD 
(Construction) 
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: July 8, 5:00 p.m. 

NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Road construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: July 12, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD TO DATTANI WAY
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 4, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Water main maintenance)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN & NEXT LANES AND WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM UNIVERSITY DR TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

FAIRLIGHT DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 11TH ST W
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: June 17, 7:00 a.m. End: August 2, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 5, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 4:30 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: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.