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Daily Road Report - June 23, 2022
June 22, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED AT 40TH ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 3:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BUTE ST
(Construction)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 11, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 14, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 14, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 5TH ST E
(Catch basin repair)
Start: June 23, 8:00 a.m. End: June 24, 5:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 103RD ST E TO 105TH ST E
(ACT hole leak repair)
Start: June 23, 9:00 a.m. End: June 23, 3:00 p.m.
51ST ST E EB & WB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM 47TH ST W TO IDYLWYLD SERVICE RD
(Bridge deck maintenance)
Start: June 23, 9:00 a.m. End: June 23, 3:00 p.m.
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE G S TO AVE H S
(Temporary water line installation)
Start: June 23, 9:30 a.m. End: June 23, 10:30 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB CURB AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO QUEBEC AVE
(Manhole repairs)
Start: June 23, 9:30 a.m. End: June 23, 1:30 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 11TH ST E TO 7TH ST E
(Bridge deck washing)
Start: June 23, 8:00 p.m. End: June 24, 6:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM RUTH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Bridge deck washing)
Start: June 22, 8:00 p.m. End: June 23, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE S S
(Road work)
Start: June 20, 8:00 a.m. End: June 23, 4:30 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Paving)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in EB lanes
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 5:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO MOUNTBATTEN ST
(Storm sewer work)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 6:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM VICTORIA AVE TO LORNE AVE
(Concrete work)
Start: June 16, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM ALBERTA AVE TO FAITHFULL AVE
(Concrete replacement)
Start: June 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: June 22, 9:00 a.m. End: June 28, 5:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: May 30, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 4:30 p.m.
3RD AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST TO QUEEN ST
(Water main repair)
Start: June 14, 7:00 a.m. End: July 5, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(Construction)
Start: May 9, 9:00 a.m. End: July 11, 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.
Cumberland Avenue intersection closed at 5th Street starting Thursday
June 22, 2022 - 10:00am
The intersection at Cumberland Avenue and 5th Street will be closed starting Thursday, June 23, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin repair work. 5th Street will be closed between Ewart and Jackson avenues during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two days 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.
TRC Calls to Action inspire new piece of Indigenous art
June 22, 2022 - 3:16am
- In front of Aden Bowman Collegiate (1904 Clarence Ave S)
- 12th Street and Broadway Avenue
- E.D. Feehan on the north side of Rusholme Road, west of Avenue M
To coincide with Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day, Saskatoon Transit has unveiled its fourth bus shelter displaying Indigenous artwork. These shelters reaffirm Saskatoon Transit’s commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #79.
This year’s shelter was created through a collaboration between the Saskatoon Survivors Circle and Indigenous artist, Justine "Tini" Stilborn. Stilborn worked to capture the reflections of the Survivors using visual art. She sought to tell the story of their past including the atrocities of residential schools, the Sixties Scoop, and those resulting from the child welfare and foster care system. But the artwork is also intended to capture the Survivors’ hopes for the future.
Stilborn created her designs using Procreate and Adobe Illustrator which were then cut out of metal sheets by MetalShapes for installation at 885 Confederation Drive.
“The meetings between the Survivors and Justine were open and emotional conversations about what we wanted to communicate through this piece of art” says Survivor Frank Badger.
“We hope this will become a place and symbol of reconciliation, healing, and unity for all Indigenous people” says Survivor Barb Badger.
The artwork’s storytelling begins on the left panel, with the Sixties Scoop depicting young Indigenous children being taken from their homes and families. This panel was done in red to convey the stereotype of the red skin of Indigenous people and the bloodshed and pain experienced.
The back panels illustrate Indigenous children’s involuntary assimilation to euro-western culture shown by the cutting of their hair. These panels also show Indigenous children being removed from their homes in more contemporary times, bridged by shoes that represent the unmarked graves of residential school children. The hands at the top reflect the broken connection between Indigenous generations and the yearning to reconnect. These panels were done in orange to align with orange shirt day and the Every Child Matters movement.
The right panel is designed to elicit a sense of freedom as Indigenous people return to their cultural practices and reconnect with their ancestors. This panel is yellow to represent hope and joy.
For the first time, art was also added to the ceiling of a bus shelter. “This piece depicts the dawn of a new day where Indigenous persons can celebrate their babies again without the fear of having them taken,” says Stilborn. “There are little faces in the clouds, drawn from the ultrasounds of my two daughters.”
“Saskatoon Transit’s work with the Saskatoon Survivors Circle continues to advance reconciliation in Saskatoon,” says Mayor Charlie Clark. “The stories of the Survivors are the truth we must understand that leads us towards meaningful reconciliation. The beautiful work of art by this Indigenous artist is now a visual representation of the Survivors stories. Thank you to the Survivors Circle, to Justine, and to Saskatoon Transit for all being part of our shared journey towards reconciliation.”
“Following the location of unmarked residential school graves, Saskatoon Transit was inspired to reach out to the Saskatoon Survivors Circle,” says Tracey Davis, Acting Director of Saskatoon Transit. “Truth and reconciliation go hand in hand, and this year was our opportunity to help tell those truths through this shelter installation.”
“Art brings people together; it creates conversations, inspires and unifies our communities, and gives hope for the future,” says Melissa Cote, the City’s Director of Indigenous Initiatives. “This project is a perfect example of how art can be healing as well as an opportunity for learning.”
The other three Saskatoon Transit bus shelters displaying Indigenous artwork are located at the following locations:
20th Street closed between Avenue G and Avenue H on Thursday
June 22, 2022 - 9:00am
20th Street will be closed between Avenue G and Avenue H on Thursday, June 23, at 10:30 a.m. for temporary water line installation work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one hour 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.
Clarence Avenue intersection closed at Bute Street starting Thursday
June 22, 2022 - 8:00am
The intersection at Clarence Avenue and Bute Street will be closed starting Thursday, June 23, at 7:00 a.m. for roadway work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take 17 days 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.
1st Avenue closed at 40th Street on Thursday
June 22, 2022 - 7:00am
1st Avenue will be closed at 40th Street on Thursday, June 23, at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take eight hours 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.
City to lower flags in recognition of National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism
June 21, 2022 - 4:00pm
The National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism is on June 23, 2022. In recognition, flags at all City of Saskatoon facilities will fly at half-mast for the day.
Recognized every year in Canada on June 23, the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism marks the anniversary of the Air India Flight 182 bombing which happened off the coast of Ireland. Flags across Canada are flown at half-mast to honour the victims of the bombing, as well as other acts of terrorist violence that have taken lives of Canadians.
Daily Road Report - June 22, 2022
June 21, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
TAYLOR ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Paving)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in EB lanes
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 5:00 p.m.
MILLAR AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM 70TH ST E TO 71ST ST E
(Connections work)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: June 24, 5:00 p.m.
FAITHFULL AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 45TH ST E TO 44TH ST E
(Curb work)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: June 26, 4:30 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM COPE CRES TO STONEBRIDGE BLVD
(Power Pole Repairs)
Start: June 22, 8:00 a.m. End: June 22, 2:00 p.m.
33RD ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT QUEBEC AVE
(Roadwork)
Start: June 22, 9:00 a.m. End: June 22, 3:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: June 22, 9:00 a.m. End: June 28, 5:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM RUTH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Bridge washing)
Start: June 22, 8:00 p.m. End: June 23, 6:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB LANES CLOSED AT 8TH ST E OVERPASS
(Bridge washing)
Detours will direct traffic around the work zone using offramps/onramps at 8th St E
Start: June 21, 8:00 p.m. End: June 22, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
COLLEGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BOTTOMLEY RD TO WIGGINS RD
(Construction)
Start: June 21, 9:00 a.m. End: June 22, 3:00 p.m.
33RD ST E EB RIGHT TURN BAY & CURB LANE CLOSED AT 3RD AVE N
(Intersection improvements)
Start: May 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 22, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE S S
(Road work)
Start: June 20, 8:00 a.m. End: June 23, 4:30 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO MOUNTBATTEN ST
(Storm sewer work)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 6:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM VICTORIA AVE TO LORNE AVE
(Concrete work)
Start: June 16, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM ALBERTA AVE TO FAITHFULL AVE
(Concrete replacement)
Start: June 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: May 30, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 4:30 p.m.
3RD AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST TO QUEEN ST
(Water main repair)
Start: June 14, 7:00 a.m. End: July 5, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(Construction)
Start: May 9, 9:00 a.m. End: July 11, 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.
Heavy Rain Update
June 21, 2022 - 3:38am
- Avoid flooded areas altogether if possible.
- Do not remove barricades or drive into barricaded areas.
- Stay out of the water whether you are in your car or if you are on foot.
- Be mindful to avoid flooded areas on your commute to/from work or school – stay up to date with service alerts.
- If you encounter flooding on a street, take an alternate route, as deep water can damage a vehicle and cause it to stall.
- Do not remove manhole covers – it can be dangerous. Contact the City instead at 306-975-2476.
- Do not go near drainage areas in parks and follow all signage in parks that may direct you to not enter when flooding occurs – these areas can also be very hazardous in storm-flow conditions
- Emergencies: report stranded vehicles, missing or popped manholes and street or underpass flooding to the City of Saskatoon’s 24-Hour Customer Service Centre at 306-975-2476. Call 9-1-1 in an emergency.
Yesterday, Saskatoon experienced heavy rain with accumulations concentrated in the south, east and north sides of the city. Upwards of 75 millimeters were received in some spots. City crews worked throughout the evening and overnight to address flooded intersections, popped manhole covers and other flood-related issues on roadways.
Water has receded from flooded streets and most intersections were clear for today’s commute except for a limited number of areas in the south east which still have barricades in place for driver and pedestrian safety. These barricades are anticipated to be removed by the end of day.
Saskatoon Transit
Saskatoon Transit routes are running as normal but will continue to detour around barricaded areas. The terminal at Market Mall is currently inaccessible because of detours in the area, so please use other stops. Check the Transit App for up-to-date information.
Leisure Facilities
Impacted facilities have re-opened today during regular operating hours. Exceptions are: Lions Arena and Lawson Civic Centre, where the pool is open but the fitness room remains closed due to water seepage.
Water & Waste Operations
Waste collection took place as scheduled except for a small area in the Avalon area yesterday. Drivers will return for garbage collection on these streets on Wednesday. A service alert will be shared with impacted households.
Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation
For the safety of all participants, workers and volunteers, the June 21 event has been cancelled. More on this here.
City Flood Protection Infrastructure
Currently, the City’s infrastructure continues to keep up with yesterday’s flood water, but we are monitoring the conditions very closely. More rain is forecasted for Saskatoon and area this week and the system will need several days to recover from Monday’s rainfall. Residents can help by not running washing machines, dishwashers or flushing toilets unless flushing is absolutely necessary.
Be Prepared & Keep Safe
When a rain event such as this occurs, there are things we can all do to keep safe:
Home Flood Protection
To reduce the risk of damage to property, residents should ensure downspouts disperse water at least two metres (six feet) away from the home foundation. Downpours like this can drop a tremendous amount of water in a relatively short period of time. All homes – even those that have never flooded before may have water seep in.
The City has information available for impacted residents on saskatoon.ca/homefloodprotection.
Dry storm ponds worked as intended such as at WW Ashley Park which was recently completed as part of the City’s Flood Control Strategy. Dry storm ponds are designed to hold water that would otherwise cause nearby flooding during intense rainfalls. The water flows from properties and roads into the dry storm pond, then slowly drains into the storm sewer.
For More Information
For up-to-date information, check back on this site or follow service alerts and the City’s social media channels.
4th Avenue closed between 19th and 20th streets starting Wednesday
June 21, 2022 - 7:00am
4th Avenue will be closed between 19th and 20th streets starting Wednesday, June 22, at 7:00 a.m. for Saskatoon Light & Power work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take seven days 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.