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After a two year pause due to COVID, the Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation is back in-person for the community to gather together and celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) at 10:00 a.m.

Rock Your Roots is put on by Reconciliation Saskatoon, which the City of Saskatoon co-chairs along with the Office of the Treaty Commissioner. The event, attended by thousands in past years, was first held in 2016 with attendance growing each year. The intent is to answer the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Calls to Action by demonstrating a commitment to Reconciliation, honouring Residential School Survivors, and working towards an inclusive community.

“The significance of a walk can be attributed to the Sunday walks in residential schools; this was often the only time when siblings and cousins of different genders might be reunited,” says Judy Pelly, a Residential School Survivor and member of the Rock Your Roots Walk organizing committee. “It’s meaningful for organizers to see Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples come together in this way.”

Individuals of all ages are invited to attend, including groups representing organizations, workplaces, and schools. Cultural performers from across the city have been invited to ‘rock their roots’ along the walk route by sharing a piece of their culture and showcasing Saskatoon’s incredible diversity.

“This walk is an opportunity to learn about and honour Indigenous history as well as celebrate the cultural mosaic that is our community,” says Shirley Isbister, President of the Central Urban Métis Federation Inc. (CUMFI). “It’s an inclusive event that welcomes everyone to participate; I’m really hoping that we’ll see a great turnout.”

“Rock Your Roots is an opportunity to bring our community together to understand and be educated on residential schools that have negatively impacted Indigenous peoples,” says Saskatoon Tribal Chief Mark Arcand. “This walk is a sign of Reconciliation and a commitment to change for the better, so that all people can have a quality of life.”

Walk participants are invited to wear their cultural regalia, an EveryChildMatters shirt, or any other orange shirt. Rock Your Roots t-shirts – with all proceeds directed to programming and activities for Rock Your Roots – can be ordered by emailing RockYourRootstshirts@gmail.com.

“Rock Your Roots represents an acknowledgment of the multi-generational impacts of residential schools and a commitment to Reconciliation,” says Saskatoon Mayor Charlie Clark. “It’s a public demonstration of support for residential school attendees and those lost. It’s a promise to work towards a future that affords every member of our community equal opportunity.”

The Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation event takes place on National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) in Victoria Park between 10:00 and 11:30 a.m. The start location is in Victoria Park near Legion Branch 63 on Spadina Crescent West. All are welcome. More information is available at saskatoon.ca/Indigenous.

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

NEW

3RD AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH TO QUEEN ST
(Water main repair)
Start: June 14, 7:00 a.m. End: July 5, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR S WB CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR S
(Crash cushion repair)
Start: June 14, 9:00 a.m. End: June 14, 3:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM EMERSON AVE TO GOODWIN AVE
(Streetlight repair)
Start: June 14, 9:00 a.m. End: June 14, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E EB &WB MEDIAN & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Manhole & catch basin work)
Start: June 14, 9:00 a.m. End: June 14, 3:00 p.m.

RUTH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT HANOVER AVE
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 14, 9:00 a.m. End: June 14, 3:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM LANSDOWNE AVE TO YORK AVE
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 14, 9:00 a.m. End: June 14, 3:00 p.m.

CONFEDERATION DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT JOHN A MACDONALD RD
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 14, 9:00 a.m. End: June 14, 3:00 p.m.

NIGHTWORK

CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM DIEFENBAKER PARK RD TO SPADINA CRES W
(Bridge deck washing)
Start: June 13, 8:00 p.m. End: June 14, 6:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR S EB & WB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM DIEFENBAKER PARK RD TO SPADINA CRES W
(Bridge deck washing)
Start: June 14, 8:00 p.m. End: June 15, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

3RD AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 26TH ST E
(Watermain construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.

RUTH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO VICTORIA AVE
(Concrete work)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 6:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Light repairs)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 21, 6:00 p.m.

20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE V S
(Watermain work)
Start: June 7, 9:00 a.m. End: June 17, 6:00 p.m.

33RD ST W SHOULDER CLOSURE AT CIRCLE DR W
(Concrete repairs)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 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.

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.

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.

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

NEW

MCKERCHER DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVONDALE RD TO HOLLAND RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 13, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB CURB AND NEXT LANE CLOSED AT VENTURE CRES
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 13, 9:00 a.m. End: June 13, 12:00 p.m.

33RD ST W EB & WB LANES REDUCED FROM NORTHUMBERLAND AVE TO JUNOR AVE
(Sanitary lining)
Start: June 13, 9:00 a.m. End: June 13, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E NB & SB SPEED REDUCED FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Ditch mowing)
Start: June 13, 9:00 a.m. End: June 13, 3:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM 110TH ST W TO 109TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic maintained in NB lanes
Start: June 13, 9:00 a.m. End: June 13, 3:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 13, 9:00 a.m. End: June 13, 3:00 p.m.

NIGHTWORK

CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM DIEFENBAKER PARK RD TO SPADINA CRES W
(Bridge deck washing)
Start: June 13, 8:00 p.m. End: June 14, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

TAYLOR ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT KINGSMERE BLVD
(Catch basin lead repair)
Start: June 12, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 4:30 p.m.

33RD ST W SB TO WB PARKING LANE CLOSURE AT LATRACE RD
(Concrete repair)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.

33RD ST W WB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT TILLEY AVE
(Concrete repair)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL AVE TO MILLAR AVE
(Concrete repairs)
Start: June 2, 12:00 p.m. End: June 13, 6:00 p.m.

3RD AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 26TH ST E
(Watermain construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.

RUTH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO VICTORIA AVE
(Concrete work)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 6:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Streetlight repairs)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 16, 6:00 p.m.

20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE V S
(Watermain work)
Start: June 7, 9:00 a.m. End: June 17, 6:00 p.m.

33RD ST W SHOULDER CLOSURE AT CIRCLE DR W
(Concrete repair)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 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.

HEAL AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO LUDLOW ST
(MATERIAL LAYDOWN)
Start: May 30, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 4:30 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.

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.

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

NEW

CIRCLE DR W EB & WB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM DIEFENBAKER PARK RD TO SPADINA CRES W
(Bridge testing)
Start: June 11, 7:00 a.m. End: June 11, 1:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT RUTH ST E
(Deck inspections)
Start: June 11, 8:00 a.m. End: June 11, 10:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR S
(Deck inspections)
Start: June 11, 8:00 a.m. End: June 11, 10:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR W NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 22ND ST W
(Deck inspections)
Start: June 11, 8:00 a.m. End: June 11, 10:00 a.m.

BROADWAY AVE NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 6TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 11, 9:00 a.m. End: June 11, 3:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB SHOULDER LANE CLOSED AT 9TH ST E
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: June 11, 9:00 a.m. End: June 11, 3:00 p.m.

22ND ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CONFEDERATION DR TO CIRCLE DR W
(Wall pack replacements)
Start: June 12, 8:00 a.m. End: June 12, 12:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT KINGSMERE BLVD
(Catch basin lead repair)
Start: June 12, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 4:30 p.m.

8TH ST E EB CURB & NEXT LANES CLOSED FROM ALBERT AVE TO CLARENCE AVE S
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: June 12, 3:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE N S TO AVE L S
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: June 12, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Streetlight replacement)
Start: June 12, 12:00 p.m. End: June 12, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR S WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT VALLEY RD
(Streetlight replacement)
Start: June 12, 3:30 p.m. End: June 12, 5:30 p.m.

ONGOING

1ST AVE N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM QUEEN ST TO KING ST
(Sand blasting)
Traffic will be maintained in parking lanes
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: June 11, 5:00 p.m.

33RD ST W SB & WB PARKING LANES CLOSED AT LATRACE RD
(Concrete repairs)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.

33RD ST W WB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT TILLEY AVE
(Concrete repairs)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL AVE TO MILLAR AVE
(Concrete repairs)
Start: June 2, 12:00 p.m. End: June 13, 6:00 p.m.

3RD AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 26TH ST E
(Watermain construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.

RUTH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO VICTORIA AVE
(Concrete work)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 6:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Light repairs)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 16, 6:00 p.m.

20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE V S
(Watermain work)
Start: June 7, 9:00 a.m. End: June 17, 6:00 p.m.

33RD ST W SHOULDER CLOSURE AT CIRCLE DR W
(Concrete repairs)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 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.

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.

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.

At 8:50 a.m. today, Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) received multiple 911 calls reporting a house on fire on Kirkpatrick Crescent. Dispatched to the scene were three engines, one ladder truck, one rescue unit and a Battalion Chief. On arrival, fire crews found a house with an attached garage with significant fire and smoke showing. Crews began an aggressive attack with multiple large lines to knock the fire down. There was significant fire damage to the house including the loss of the roof structure. Preliminary indication is the fire started on the exterior of the house and spread to the whole structure.

There were no injuries as a result of this fire.

The fire is under investigation and further information will be provided when available.

Flip Flip hurraaaay! It's been two long years...and we pan-cake it any longer!

The 46^th Annual Civic Pancake Breakfast is next week and, as always, all proceeds from this annual fundraiser are donated to United Way Saskatoon & Area for all the great and dedicated work they do in our community. Mayor Charlie Clark, City Councillors and other celebrity pancake flippers will be in attendance! Bring your friends and plan to attend!

Civic Pancake Breakfast Event Details:
When: Thursday, June 16, 2022
Time: Breakfast served 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Held outside rain or shine in Civic Square at 23^rd Street, beside City Hall
Cost: $7 pancake breakfast includes choice of toppings, sausages, coffee & juice
Payment method: Cash or Debit card

We have an exciting lineup this year including Saskatoon Police Service vehicle displays, booths, an entertainment stage with various ethnic dancers including a tribute to Ukraine, musicians, furry mascots, the always anticipated and fun to watch team relay race (8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.), public engagement booth and more!

New this year! Help United Way Saskatoon & Area and pay it forward through our Act of Kindness Board!

Since we've not had this important fundraiser in a couple of years, we're hoping we can all help pay it forward with an extra push for kindness through our collective donations. The Saskatoon City Employees Credit Union and the City of Saskatoon have partnered to bring an Act of Kindness Board to this year's Civic Pancake Breakfast. You’ll have the option to purchase an extra $7 ticket to donate to someone in need of a hot breakfast.

The City of Saskatoon is proud to host this annual zero-waste event with compostable, recyclable, and reusable supplies.

In advance, we thank all our valued sponsors who helped to make this fundraising event possible, successful, and sure to be a well-attended community event!

Hope you can attend! Our fingers are crossed for loads of sunshine!

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

NEW

22ND ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(Crosswalk line painting)
Start: June 10, 7:30 a.m. End: June 10, 9:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT CP RAIL OVERPASS
(Bridge maintenance)
Start: June 10, 9:00 a.m. End: June 10, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

LENORE DR WB CURB & PARKING LANE CLOSED AT ROBORECKI CRES
(Catch basin work)
Start: June 9, 8:00 a.m. End: June 10, 4:30 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 10, 5:00 p.m.

1ST AVE N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM QUEEN ST TO KING ST
(Sand blasting)
Traffic will be maintained in parking lanes
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: June 11, 5:00 p.m.

33RD ST W SB & WB PARKING LANE CLOSURE AT LATRACE RD
(Concrete repair)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.

33RD ST W WB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT TILLEY AVE
(Concrete repair)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL AVE TO MILLAR AVE
(Concrete repairs)
Start: June 2, 12:00 p.m. End: June 13, 6:00 p.m.

3RD AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 26TH ST E
(Watermain construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.

4TH AVE N NB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Light repairs)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 16, 6:00 p.m.

2ND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Anode installation)
Start: June 7, 7:00 a.m. End: June 17, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE V S
(Watermain work)
Start: June 7, 9:00 a.m. End: June 17, 6:00 p.m.

33RD ST W SHOULDER CLOSURE AT CIRCLE DR W
(Concrete repairs)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 5:00 p.m.

RUTH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO VICTORIA AVE
(Concrete work)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 21, 6:00 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.

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.

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.