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Safety Reminder: Coyote Sightings
November 6, 2023 - 3:30pm
- Never approach the animal;
- Look for a way out;
- Be observant of the coyote’s movements;
- Act assertive, yell, and wave your arms so that the coyote maintains a healthy respect for humans;
- Ensure the animal has an escape route with enough space to flee the situation; and
- Keep pets on a leash and under control.
- Never feed coyotes or leave food waste in accessible areas;
- Seal off access to decks and other sheltered spaces in your yard;
- Do not feed pets outdoors; and
- Close the gate to your yard and ensure fencing is in good condition.
The City is advising the public that this fall, coyote sightings have occurred at various locations throughout Saskatoon. The City reminds people to keep their distance from coyotes and all wildlife as they can be unpredictable when confronted.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding coyotes or other wildlife within City limits, please contact Urban Biological Services at 306-975-3300. If an emergency occurs, please contact Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300.
The following is what to do if you have a close encounter with a coyote:
Coyotes are an important component of a balanced ecosystem and are common in all major municipalities across Canada. Rapid expansion of the city and design of larger green spaces has resulted in more wildlife sightings. Coyotes can be seen in residential and commercial areas, especially if food and shelter are readily available.
Listed below are tips to help avoid a coyote encounter in your yard:
Daily Road Report - November 7, 2023
November 6, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
AVE H N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 33RD ST W TO 32ND ST W
(Tree pruning)
Start: November 7, 9:00 a.m. End: November 7, 3:00 p.m.
LORNE AVE NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED, SB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR S TO EXHIBITION GROUNDS RD
(Hydrovac)
Start: November 7, 10:00 a.m. End: November 7, 2:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: November 8, 7:00 a.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: December 15, 4:00 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.
City recognizes National Indigenous Veterans Day
November 6, 2023 - 1:26pm
November 8 is National Indigenous Veterans Day; a day to recognize the historic and present-day military service contributions of Indigenous people. While Remembrance Day (November 11) recognizes the contributions of all veterans, Indigenous Veterans Day was established to give gratitude for the historically overlooked contributions Indigenous veterans have made to Canada and the world.
It has been estimated that as many as 12,000 First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people served in the great conflicts of the 20th century and at least 500 lost their lives. Indigenous people have had to overcome many challenges to serve in uniform—from learning a new language and adapting to cultural differences, to travelling great distances from their remote communities just to enlist.
Indigenous men and women have continued to serve in uniform in the post-war years as well. For example: by fulfilling North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) duties in Europe during the Cold War, and serving with United Nations and other multinational peace support operations around the world. In more recent years, many Indigenous Canadian Armed Forces members saw hazardous duty in Afghanistan.
Indigenous military personnel have also filled a wide variety of roles closer to home, including serving with the Canadian Rangers. This group of army reservists is active predominantly in the North, as well as on remote stretches of our east and west coasts. The Rangers use their intimate knowledge of the land there to help maintain a national military presence in these difficult-to-reach areas, monitoring the coastlines and assisting in local rescue operations.
Residents can honour Indigenous veterans and their families by wearing a beaded or unbeaded poppy on November 8. Beaded poppies hold special significance to many Indigenous veterans and residents of our community; this reflection of identity is important. Some artisans share the proceeds from beaded poppies with the legion or the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations – Saskatchewan First Nations Veterans Association. Residents that choose to wear a beaded poppy can still purchase an unbeaded poppy or make a donation directly to the Royal Canadian Legion.
On Nov. 8, the Remai Modern is also showing special screenings every two hours, including: Honouring Our Heroes: A Tribute to Métis Veterans and a pre-recorded ‘Fireside Chat’ between Knowledge Keeper Lyndon Linklater and veterans Stephen Ross & Hilliard Paul Kahpeaysewat.
Learn more about Indigenous Veterans.
Long Weekend Road Report - November 11-13, 2023
November 6, 2023 - 1:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR W WB MEDIAN & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR N TO AVE B N
(Flushing)
Start: November 12, 8:00 a.m. End: November 12, 11:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION AT AIRPORT DR
(Sanitary sewer flushing)
Start: November 12, 8:00 a.m. End: November 12, 11:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 36TH ST E TO 38TH ST W
(Manhole flushing)
Start: November 12, 11:00 a.m. End: November 12, 2:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED AT VENTURE CRES
(Sanitary sewer flushing)
Start: November 12, 11:00 a.m. End: November 12, 2:00 p.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: December 15, 4:00 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.
Significant updates to curbside collection routes coming in 2024
November 6, 2023 - 10:00am
As Saskatoon grows, the City is always looking to improve services and, as such, many residents may need to learn a new waste schedule in the new year.
“We have made minor changes in the recent years to make the collection routes more efficient, but we have not made a major route change to this degree in more than a decade. To put it in perspective, the last time major changes were made to the collection routes was in 2013 – the same year the Gordie Howe Bridge opened,” says Brendan Lemke, Director of Water and Waste Operations. “These changes aim to reduce fuel consumption and create efficiencies to keep costs lower and cut greenhouse gas emissions.”
The new curbside collections routes will be in effect the first week of January 2024. Households with curbside collections have green, blue and black roll-out carts that are collected bi-weekly from the front street or back lane. Residents should check their calendars to make sure they know their new pick-up dates. The 2024 calendar is now available online and the City will also be mailing information about the changes to residents by early December.
Due to these changes, some neighbourhoods will experience longer periods between collections for certain carts at the beginning of January. The City would like to thank residents in advance for their patience as it makes these necessary improvements.
To see your new collection schedule or to set collection reminders, visit saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar or download the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app.