News Releases

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

NEW

33RD ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE Y N TO AVE W N
(Sanitary sewer main repairs)
2-way traffic in WB lanes
Start: March 26, 9:00 a.m. End: March 26, 4:00 p.m.
 
4TH AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Exterior sign installations)
2-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: March 26, 9:00 a.m. End: March 27, 3:00 p.m.
 
33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM HOWELL AVE TO AVE P N
(CCTV inspections)
Start: March 26, 10:00 a.m. End: March 26, 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 PSA has been updated to reflect correct dates.

One in every four trees in Saskatoon is an elm tree and threatened by Dutch elm disease (DED). The City reminds residents that the provincial ban on pruning elm trees is from Monday, April 1 to Saturday, August 31, 2024. 

Provincial regulations also prohibit the storing, transport and use of elm wood for any purpose. This includes wood chips, firewood, wood slabs and branches. The only permitted movement of elm wood is to the City’s designated disposal site at the City Landfill.  

What is DED? 

DED is a serious disease caused by a fungus that clogs the elm tree’s water and nutrient conducting system, which eventually causes the tree to die. DED was introduced in North America in the 1930s and has since wiped out millions of elms across Canada and the United States.   

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. The DED fungus has tiny spores that stick to the body of the beetle. Elm bark beetles 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: 

• Not pruning elms during the provincial pruning ban (April 1 to August 31) 
• Not bringing elm wood into the city, storing elm wood for more than a day, or burning elm firewood  
• Always disposing of elm wood at the City Landfill 
• Sanitizing tools after working on elm trees 
• Not building treehouses in elm trees, as the nail and screw holes can attract elm bark beetles  
• 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. 

Anyone wishing to prune elm trees during the ban must obtain a permit and are asked to call the City’s Parks Department at 306-975-2890 for more information. By following the provincial regulations and maintaining elm trees on your private property, all residents can help prevent the spread of DED in Saskatoon.  

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

Starting Tuesday, April 2, 2024, to serve the public conveniently and best, residents who would like to discuss assessment matters with a City assessor, will only have to visit one centralized location, City Hall. In-person meetings will be by appointment only.

Previously, members of the public could visit the Assessment & Valuation Office one block north of City Hall; from April 2 onwards, the Assessment Office at 325 3^rd Avenue North, will be for City employee’s only with no public access.

“Our Assessment & Valuation team will continue to be as flexible as possible with members of the public seeking to meet with us by appointment at City Hall,” says Bryce Trew, City Assessor. “It remains important for us to have in-person meetings. Having conversations with property owners at a convenient centralized location helps us work through assessment-related questions residents may have. We are here to help.”

The Assessment & Valuation Office’s phoneline and email have not changed, there are three options to reach out:

• Conveniently send your assessment inquiry by email: assessmentsubmit@saskatoon.ca
• Call 306-975-3227 to discuss your assessment inquiry 8 am – 5 pm, Monday - Friday
• Call 306-975-3227 to schedule an in-person meeting with a City assessor at City Hall between 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.  

For more information about assessment and assessment appeals visit saskatoon.ca/assessment.

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date.

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 EB CURB & MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM VICTORIA AVE TO EASTLAKE AVE
(Manhole repair)
Traffic squeezed into parking lane
Start: March 24, 11:00 a.m. End: March 24, 1:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

PRESTON AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM RESEARCH DR TO OLD PRESTON AVE N
(UofS transmission line conversion)
Start: March 22, 8:00 p.m. End: March 23, 3:00 a.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.