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Registration for the City’s Spring / Summer recreation programs begins Sunday, March 17, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. by logging into to your account on Leisure Online at leisureonline.saskatoon.ca, or by calling 306-975-2800.

Registrations for private and semi-private swim lessons will open on Monday, March 18. Registrations are accepted by phone only. Call the Leisure Centre you are interested in taking lessons at to register. 

Opening night for registration is very busy, and the City sincerely thanks residents for their patience. While additional online and telephone resources are in place to make the process run as smoothly as possible, there will be many people registering at once.

Here are some tips to help you prepare for a smooth registration:

• Do not use Internet Explorer to complete transactions. Compatible web browsers include Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari. Ensure your web browser is up to date. Online transactions are not supported using a device or operating system older than Windows 7, Mac OS 10, Android 5, iPhone 5.
• Ensure you have an active Leisure Online registration account and know your username and password prior to registration night. If you are unable to access your account, call any Leisure Centre to have your account reset. 
• Have a list of second and third program choices in case you do not get into your first choice.
• Join the wait list! Every full program has an online wait list and new classes may be created if there is enough demand.
• Consider other nearby Leisure Centres if your preferred location isn't available.

Several changes have been made to Leisure Online to optimize the site on registration night. From 5:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 17, access to view drop-in programs will be disabled. Only the registered program section will be available at that time. Images will also be removed from the registered programs page to improve the load time of the page when a high volume of users are on the site at the same time.

Leisure program registrations processed through Leisure Online are now charged an additional $1.00 (+GST) convenience fee on each program registration. This fee was introduced March 1, 2024 after City Council approved the fee during the 2024-25 budget process in November of 2023. The revenue from the convenience fee will help support the City’s operating budget. 

The City of Saskatoon’s online payment provider is unable to process American Express transactions for leisure program registrations through Leisure Online. Alternative forms of payment for online registrations processed through Leisure Online include Visa and Mastercard. 

The Spring / Summer Leisure Guide, which is Saskatoon’s go-to source for fitness programs, recreational activities and arts and culture opportunities for all ages and abilities, was released on March 1. It is available online at saskatoon.ca/leisureguide or for pick up at any City leisure facility, Saskatoon library or over 120 retail locations throughout Saskatoon and limited surrounding areas that the StarPhoenix is sold.

7th Avenue will be closed between 33rd Street and Balmoral Street on Saturday, March 16, starting at 7:00 a.m. for sanitary sewer lining. 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.

Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to experience the Saskatoon Blades take on the Moose Jaw Warriors at SaskTel Centre on Friday, March 15, at 7 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:45 p.m. 
• 6:25 p.m.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop to see the Saskatchewan Rush take on the New York Riptide on Saturday, March 16, at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 6:15 p.m.  
• 6:55 p.m. 

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.

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

NEW

33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES FROM AVE I N TO AVE H N
(Sewer Lining)
Start: March 15, 9:00 a.m. End: March 15, 3:00 p.m.

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: November 18, 2024, 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

8TH ST E CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM ARLINGTON AVE TO CIRCLE DR E
(Manhole repairs)
Start: March 14, 9:00 a.m. End: March 14, 11:00 a.m.

AVE H N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO 30TH ST W
(Sewer lining)
Start: March 14, 9:00 a.m. End: March 14, 3:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE & MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT BOYCHUK DR
(Manhole repair)
Start: March 14, 1:00 p.m. End: March 14, 3:00 p.m.

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: November 18, 2024, 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

SPADINA CRES E SB LANES CLOSED FROM DUKE ST TO QUEEN ST
(Manhole repair)
Start: March 13, 9:00 a.m. End: March 13, 11:00 a.m.

33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM HOWELL AVE TO AVE P N
(CCTV inspections)
Start: March 13, 9:00 a.m. End: March 13, 3:00 p.m.

DIEFENBAKER DR EB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANES & WB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED AT PEARSON PL
(Manhole repair)
Start: March 13, 11:00 a.m. End: March 13, 1:00 p.m.

MARQUIS DR E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO BRODSKY AVE
(Manhole repairs)
Start: March 13, 1:00 p.m. End: March 13, 3:00 p.m.

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: November 18, 2024, 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.

The City of Saskatoon received more than 50 cm of snow in a six-day span to begin the month of March, putting the Roadways Emergency Response Plan into action.  

After finishing priority street grading far ahead of schedule, the City has now completed grading on all residential streets as well as industrial areas, with the exception of a few problem locations with special operational requirements. These individual locations will be addressed over the next few days. Grading on streets in residential and industrial areas will also reduce the potential for rutting as temperatures fluctuate. 

Tall snow piles along priority streets where sightlines may be reduced are being addressed. Drivers should continue to proceed with caution near intersections and crosswalks. 

The last phase of the snowstorm response involves partial implementation of Phase 5 of the ERP. Snow removal has begun on Priority 1 streets and is expected to take about two weeks, though weather changes may adjust this timeline. Snow removal has already been completed in school zones, and Business Improvement Districts will be fully completed tonight.  

Snow removal along Priority 1 streets and in Business Improvement Districts will help alleviate concerns with flooding as temperatures rise, and with the upcoming spring street sweeping. 

Snow removal on residential streets will not take place unless there is a localized serious safety concern, which will be assessed and addressed, as required. We will prioritize some snow removal in areas where lack of visibility from the snow pile is causing a serious safety concern. 

As snow melts, potholes can develop when water gets into small cracks and expands. We continue to repair potholes on high priority streets using a cold mix, which is considered temporary until hot mix asphalt is available mid- to late-April. We also continue to maintain utility cuts using gravel. Residents are encouraged to help the City locate potholes and settled pavement cuts by calling the Customer Care Centre or using Report-a-Pothole application for non-emergency locations. Learn more about pothole and utility cut repairs at saskatoon.ca/potholes. 

Crews are now addressing alley access and clearing snow from back lanes, pushing it to the side while trying to keep garages and driveways clear. If your back lane is impassable, you may send your address, concern and photos to customercare@saskatoon.ca to be inspected.   

Please remember to slow down when you are in and around work zones and be aware of our equipment and staff working in roadways and in residential areas. We thank you for your patience. 

On March 1, the first intake period for smaller black cart requests closed. The City has introduced a variable cart size program this year, providing residents more choice and flexibility with their household’s waste needs. Following the two-month application intake, almost sixteen thousand requests from residents seeking smaller garbage carts have been received meaning approximately 21% of Saskatoon’s curbside customers are already on board to reduce their cart size and and help the City continue toward its waste diversion goals.  

“We are surprised but thrilled with how many requests we’ve received this first intake period, but it just goes to show that Saskatoon residents are diverting more waste and have less of a need for the large garbage cart. We’ve exceeded our expectations for this initial request period and look forward to getting smaller carts out to residents this spring,” says Brendan Lemke, Director of Water and Waste Operations.

Smaller carts will be delivered April through June corresponding with garbage collection pick-up days. We ask that residents who have requested a smaller cart leave their existing cart out at each collection day until 6PM during the deployment window so swaps can occur. More information about the timing and schedule of delivery of new carts will be mailed out to residents who requested smaller carts in early April.

If residents missed the deadline for the spring cart swap period, there will be another cart swap this fall. Cart swap requests will be accepted beginning July 8.

To learn more about the Black Cart program, visit saskatoon.ca/blackcart.

Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to experience the Saskatoon Blades take on the Brandon Wheat Kings at SaskTel Centre on Tuesday, March 12, at 7 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:45 p.m. 
• 6:25 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.

Attention all drivers: Due to electrical issues, the traffic signals at 8th Street & Emerson Avenue are flashing red in all directions until tomorrow morning. Please plan for possible delays and exercise caution until repairs can be completed. We thank you for your patience during this unforeseen traffic disruption. Drive safely!