Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park (945 Spadina Crescent East) will open for the season on Sunday, May 12, 2024.

Hours of operation are as follows:
May and June

• Monday to Friday: 2:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

July to September 2

• Daily: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Admission is $3.00 for a single ticket and $30.00 for a play pack (12 tickets). One ticket per ride is required for the Canpotex train, Ferris wheel and carousel.  Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Children under the age of 2 ride for free.

The children’s play area is free to enjoy and includes water spray features, sand play and a climbing area. The spray pad will open June 1, 2024 and operate daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Turn moments into memories and host your birthday party or corporate event at Nutrien Playland! Daytime and after-hours bookings are now being accepted for Playland Parties. There are also affordable rental options available for schools and daycares. Visit saskatoon.ca/playlandparties for all the details and to book now.

Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park will once again host a colouring contest for youth ages 12 and under to celebrate the magic of play! All summer long colouring pages will be available for pick up at the ticket kiosk or online at saskatoon.ca/nutrienplayland. Entries will be on display in the train station and draws will take place on May 31, June 30, July 31 and August 31 for a play pack.

For more information about Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park, please visit saskatoon.ca/nutrienplayland.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Moose Jaw Warriors at SaskTel Centre on Tuesday, May 7 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times: 

• 5:40 p.m.
• 6:00 p.m.
• 6:20 p.m.
• 6:40 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.

Starting Wednesday, May 8*, 2024, the City of Saskatoon will begin the mail-out of almost 100,000 property tax notices. Property owners should expect their 2024 Property Tax Notice to arrive over the next coming weeks. If you do not receive your tax notice by May 31, 2024, please call 306-975-2400. 

The Property Assessment & Tax Tool will reflect the 2024 Property Tax figures also starting Wednesday, May 8.

*A previous release issued today, May 6, 2024, at 4 pm incorrectly indicated Tues May 10.  The City regrets the error.

Starting Wednesday, May 8, 2024, the City of Saskatoon will begin the mail-out of almost 100,000 property tax notices. Property owners should expect their 2024 Property Tax Notice to arrive over the next coming weeks. If you do not receive your tax notice by May 31, 2024, please call 306-975-2400.

• Your tax notice will be accompanied by a 2024 Property Tax Notice Guide.
• There are various payment options available including paying your property tax bill over 12 months in equal instalments rather than a single annual payment through the Tax Instalment Payment Plan Service (TIPPS).  Join the TIPPS program anytime. 
• Already on TIPPS? Your TIPPS amount showing on your 2024 Property Tax notice is for information only.
• You will not incur late payment penalties if you pay your full 2024 Property Tax amount due on or before the Sunday, June 30, 2024, payment deadline. Non-receipt of your property tax notice does not exempt late-payment penalties. 
• Current Property Tax: For property tax levied in the current year that remains outstanding beyond the June 30 payment deadline, the late payment penalty is 1.75% per month. 
• Property Tax in Arrears: For Property Tax Arrears, where a property tax balance remains outstanding beyond December 31 of the year the property tax was levied in, the late payment penalty is 2.25% per month. All late payment penalties are added to the tax account, and compound monthly.

Provincial legislation requires the City of Saskatoon to collect property tax on behalf of three taxing authorities. The total property tax collected in 2024 will be distributed as follows:

• 60% for the City of Saskatoon to support municipal services and infrastructure relied on every day including fire and police protection, transit, road maintenance, utility services, waste disposal, parks, recreation and more;
• 34% is billed, collected and remitted on behalf of the province for education as legislated; and
• 6% to support the Saskatoon Public Library.

Answering Your Property Tax-Related Questions

Property owners, enter your address in the easy-to-use Property Assessment & Tax Tool at saskatoon.ca/taxtool to view a detailed breakdown of your municipal portion of 2024 Property Tax and how it is allocated to various civic services. Also find historical property tax information, current and previous property assessments and more. The tax tool will reflect the 2024 property tax data effective May 8, 2024.

If you would like to change your School Division Support, complete the Individual School Tax Declaration form at saskatoon.ca/propertytax.

If you have property tax-related questions, visit saskatoon.ca/propertytax, email revenue@saskatoon.ca  or contact a Customer Service Representative at 306-975-2400.

Due to the rainy and wet weather, the scheduled residential spring street sweeping for today, Monday May 6, 2024, has been postponed. With more rain forecast tomorrow, Tuesday, May 7, it is also likely the sweep will be delayed until Wednesday May 8.  

Street sweeping in the rain presents challenges: it turns dust and debris into mud, making it much harder for our street sweepers to do the best job cleaning the roads.   

Street sweeping missed during rainfall will be rescheduled for a later date. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to ensure the cleanliness and safety of City streets.  

For more information and to find your sweep date, visit saskatoon.ca/sweep. 

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

NEW

8TH ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT EWART AVE
(Sewer lining)
Start: May 7, 7:00 a.m. End: May 7, 3:00 p.m.

TRAFFIC BRIDGE ROAD CLOSED FROM 11TH ST E TO SPADINA CRES E
(Bridge cleaning)
Start: May 7, 7:00 p.m. End: May 8, 5:00 a.m.

ONGOING

22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Construction)
Start: April 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 10, 5:00 p.m.

WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 12, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 5:00 p.m.

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 Traffic Bridge will be closed between 11th Street and Spadina Crescent starting on Tuesday, May 7, at 7:00 p.m. for bridge cleaning. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take 10 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.

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

NEW

8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.

25TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(Electric feed replacement)
Start: May 6, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 12:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT LANSDOWNE AVE
(Manhole repair)
Start: May 6, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 12:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 29TH ST W TO 28TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 6, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 p.m.

1ST AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Electric feeder replacement)
Start: May 6, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 6:00 p.m.

ONGOING

22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Construction)
Start: April 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 7, 5:00 p.m.

WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 12, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 5:00 p.m.

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

FAITHFULL AVE SB LANES & NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL CRES TO 52ND ST E
(Water main valve replacement)
Start: May 4, 8:00 a.m. End: May 4, 5:00 p.m.

3RD AVE N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Sanitary lining)
Start: May 4, 9:00 a.m. End: May 4, 3:00 p.m.

WARMAN RD SB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: May 4, 9:00 a.m. End: May 4, 3:00 p.m.

MCKERCHER DR ROAD CLOSED FROM COLLEGE DR TO 105TH ST E
(Pole replacements)
Start: May 5, 6:00 a.m. End: May 5, 12:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON BLVD TO MCORMOND DR
(Road work)
Start: May 5, 6:30 a.m. End: May 5, 4:30 p.m.

22ND ST W WB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM AVE R N TO AVE S N
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 5, 3:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 23RD ST E
(HMCS Unicorn Battle of the Atlantic Parade)
Start: May 5, 8:00 a.m. End: May 5, 12:30 p.m.

33RD ST W WB MEDIAN AND CURB LANES CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO WARMAN RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 5, 9:00 a.m. End: May 5, 3:00 p.m.

3RD AVE LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM 20TH ST TO 24TH ST
(Red Dress Day Walk)
Start: May 5, 2:00 p.m. End: May 5, 4:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM 20TH ST TO 24TH ST
(Red Dress Day Walk)
Start: May 5, 2:00 p.m. End: May 5, 4:00 p.m.

20TH ST LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM SPADINA CRES TO 3RD AVE
(Red Dress Day Walk)
Start: May 5, 2:00 p.m. End: May 5, 4:00 p.m.

ONGOING

22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Construction)
Start: April 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 7, 5:00 p.m.

WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 12, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.

NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 5:00 p.m.

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 is pleased to offer its residents the opportunity to dispose of elm wood at the Landfill at no cost (for loads up to 1,000kg) through to the end of the year. This initiative aims to encourage the prompt and proper disposal of elm wood, reducing the risk of disease transmission to healthy elm trees. The City wants to remind people that an elm pruning ban is in place each year from April 1 until August 31; however, this new initiative means that any elm wood that has been completely removed, previously been cut, has fallen or was intended as firewood can be disposed of for free.  

“Elm trees hold a special place in our urban landscape, providing shade, enhancing aesthetics, and supporting local biodiversity. However, they face a serious threat from diseases like Dutch Elm Disease. To help manage this issue effectively and limit the spread, it is crucial to ensure proper disposal of all elm wood,” says Konrad Andre, Parks Operations Manager. 

The City ran a free elm wood disposal pilot project at the Landfill in October 2023, accepting a total of 866 loads during the month-long pilot. Building on this positive community response, City Council approved the elimination of residential tipping fees on elm wood for the remainder of 2024 to encourage proper disposal.  

This means that residents may dispose of elm wood loads under 1,000 kg, including branches, logs and other elm debris, at the Landfill during regular operating hours at no cost. This program is limited to residents of the City of Saskatoon only due to provincial regulations that prohibit transporting elm wood across municipal boarders. Loads must consist of 100 per cent elm wood to qualify. The Saskatoon Regional Waste Management Centre (Landfill) is located along Valley Road, south of 11th Street. 

Commercial customers will continue to be charged regular fees and engagement with this sector is planned for later in 2024. 

“By taking advantage of this free elm wood disposal pilot program, residents can play an active role in protecting our urban canopy and preserving the natural beauty of our community,” says Andre. “Timely disposal of elm wood can significantly reduce the risk of Dutch Elm Disease and support the health of our elm tree population.” 

What is DED? 

DED is a serious fungal disease that impacts an elm tree’s water and nutrient conducting system, which eventually causes the tree to die. In Saskatoon, elms make up 25 per cent of the public urban forest. Four positive cases of DED were identified in Saskatoon neighbourhoods in 2023. 

How is DED spread? 

In Saskatchewan, the disease is spread by several species of elm bark beetles. These beetles can fly farther than two kilometres in search of elm trees and are attracted to the scent of pruned or damaged trees and firewood. The DED fungus has tiny spores that stick to the bodies of bark beetles and they can carry these spores and infect other elm trees. The fungus can also be spread by infected pruning tools. 

You can help prevent DED by: 

• Never storing elm wood or branches. Don’t buy or take elm wood from anyone and don’t burn it. Elm firewood is the best habitat for bark beetles. 
• Disposing of elm wood at the Saskatoon Regional Waste Management Centre (Landfill). Do not take elm to the compost depot or put it in your green bin. Dispose of it immediately, even if it is during the provincial pruning ban. 
• Reporting dead or dying elm trees or branches to the city.   

How to identify and report unhealthy elm trees and firewood 

American elm trees with DED may start showing symptoms as early as June. Typically, the leaves will start to wilt and turn yellow, then curl and turn brown. If you suspect an unhealthy elm tree or are unsure of what type of firewood you have, take a photo and complete the online form at saskatoon.ca/dutchelmdisease or call Urban Forestry at 306-975-2890. 

For more information on DED, visit saskatoon.ca/dutchelmdisease.