News Releases

7th Avenue will be closed from Empress to Balmoral streets for a water main valve repair on Wednesday, December 27, starting at 8:00 a.m. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one day 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.    

Lorne Avenue will be closed from 5th to 6th streets for storm sewer repairs on Saturday, December 23, starting at 8:00 a.m. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one day 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.

ONGOING

DIEFENBAKER DR EB DRIVING LANES AND WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT DOUGLAS CRES
(Emergency connection replacement)
EB traffic will be maintained in the parking lane.
Start: December 21, 8:00 a.m. End: December 22, 5:00 p.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM CASCADE ST TO BUTE ST
(Service connection replacement)
Start: December 21, 8:00 a.m. End: December 22, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr to 8th St
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024

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.

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Saskatoon City Council has approved in principle the Connecting Avenue C: Walking and Cycling Improvements project report, which details plans for the All Ages and Abilities (AAA) cycling route. 

“The initiative aligns with Saskatoon’s Growth Plan and Active Transportation Plan, focused on cultivating a vibrant, sustainable and accessible community for present and future generations,” says Jay Magus, Director of Transportation. 

Avenue C, a north-south route, from Spadina Crescent West to 45th Street West, is slated for a transformative transportation upgrade in three phases, which are aimed at fostering accessibility, comfort, convenience and safety for pedestrians and cyclists. 

Improvements will be completed in three phases, with the highest priority segments being completed first. It’s recommended for Spadina Crescent to Jamieson Street to be completed in Phase One, Jamieson Street to 38th Street in Phase Two and 38th Street to 45th Street for Phase Three. 

Vehicle travel lanes for the entire proposed stretch are planned to be maintained with varied options for separate Active Transportation pathways. *See Attachments

This project responds to the City’s pledge outlined in the Active Transportation Plan, emphasizing economic, health, environmental, societal and safety benefits that robust active transportation infrastructure brings. 

The Connecting Avenue C: Walking and Cycling Improvements project encompasses sidewalks, protected bike lanes, neighbourhood bikeways and shared-use pathways, including safety measures such as curb extensions, raised crosswalks and accessibility ramp installations. 

Extensive community involvement occurred across three phases integrated into the design process, reflecting the city's commitment to engaging residents in shaping their environment. 

Pending detailed design refinements and funding considerations in upcoming City Council discussions, this project signifies Saskatoon's dedication to creating a more connected and accessible city for its residents. 

For more information on the City of Saskatoon’s Active Transportation Plan, visit saskatoon.ca/ActiveTransportation.