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Saskatoon Gears Up for Winter BYXE Week
February 16, 2024 - 3:30pm
Winter BYXE Week will take place from February 17th to 25th. Presented by the City of Saskatoon in partnership with Saskatoon Cycles, this city-wide winter cycling celebration invites residents to embrace the cold, save money and pedal for a healthier planet.
Throughout the week, from February 17th to 25th, the community is encouraged to explore our beautiful city through winter biking. Take part in different activities planned throughout the week, such as the Ice Cycle Slow Roll and scavenger hunt. The highlight of the week is Bike to Work Day on February 22nd— a day to commute with style, share their journey and connect with fellow cyclists. Commuter stations, featuring refreshments and camaraderie, will enhance the experience for participants. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences on social media using #BYXE.
This initiative underscores the joy of winter biking, promoting good health, saving money and contributing to environmental sustainability.
For detailed information and event updates, residents can visit saskatooncycles.org/byxe.
Daily Road Report - February 20, 2024
February 16, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR S EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO CLARENCE AVE S
(Construction)
Start: February 20, 8:00 a.m. End: February 22, 5:00 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.
Neighbourhood Information Sessions for proposed Emergency Residential Shelter on Central Avenue rescheduled
February 16, 2024 - 3:00pm
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The need for shelters in Saskatoon to support homeless individuals and enhance community safety and wellbeing.
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The role of the City, Government of Saskatchewan and the service provider (The Mustard Seed – theseed.ca/saskatoon) in overall planning, how the City chose the sites to bring forward, and day to day operations.
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Information on the Provincial Approach to Homelessness and operational oversight.
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Information in general on shelter operations.
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Attendees’ feedback on ways to best integrate a new shelter into the area/neighbourhood along with helping the City, Government of Saskatchewan and service provider (The Mustard Seed) understand expectations of any businesses or residents near the facility.
The City of Saskatoon and Government of Saskatchewan continue to work collaboratively on the final details to prepare for the 30-space emergency shelter to be located at former Fire Station #5 (421 Central Avenue).
Neighbourhood Information Sessions have been rescheduled for Monday, March 11 (virtual) and Tuesday, March 12 (in-person).
In the upcoming week, meeting details including times and locations will be available on saskatoon.ca/shelterspaces as well as provided directly to Sutherland area residents and businesses within a 500-metre radius of the former fire station.
The sessions will cover:
The City thanks the community for the patience in allowing all the various organizations the necessary time to complete the work on the integrated operating plan.
Bus service to RAM Motorsports Spectacular
February 16, 2024 - 6:00am
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
- 11:45 a.m.
- 12:25 p.m.
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (outside the 2nd Avenue Lofts at 23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to experience RAM Motorsports Spectacular at SaskTel Centre is available at the following times this week:
Friday, February 16, at 7 p.m.
Saturday, February 17, at 1 p.m.
Saturday, February 17, at 7 p.m.
Post-event drop-off is 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.
Daily Road Report - February 16, 2024
February 15, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
25TH ST E PARTIAL CLOSURE AT 1ST AVE N INTERSECTION
(Manhole repair)
Start: February 16, 9:00 a.m. End: February 16, 11:00 a.m.
33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM AVE Y N TO MARLBOROUGH CRES
(Sanitary main inspections)
Start: February 16, 9:00 a.m. End: February 16, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 30TH ST W TO 31ST ST W
(Connection replacement)
Start: February 15, 8:00 a.m. End: February 16, 6:00 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.