News Releases

Good news, Saskatoon! The City has built over 5.3 km of brand-new sidewalks throughout our community in 2023!  

Expanding the sidewalk network supports the Active Transportation Plan goals of creating more places for walking, safer walking and making walking a more convenient and attractive choice for moving around. 

The Sidewalk Infill Program focusses on eliminating gaps in the existing sidewalk network by completing the design and construction of new sidewalks adjacent to existing arterials, collectors and local streets. 

$5 million in federal funding from the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) has supported the project, helping to reduce pollution, build vibrant, inclusive and strong neighbourhoods and provide access to clean, modern services for families. 

This move toward better infrastructure isn't just about sidewalks; it's about building a greener, more connected and resilient city for everyone. Let's step forward together towards a brighter, more accessible future! 

The City celebrates the contributions to our community from individuals living with differing abilities (disabilities) on December 3, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Persons with disabilities add to the richness and diversity of our community and bring unique perspectives and strengths that benefit us all.

Some disabilities are visible—such as someone that uses a mobility aid like a wheelchair. Other disabilities are invisible—as can be the case with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, or a brain injury. It’s important that we create and maintain a community that provides the supports and inclusivity that makes every resident feel valued and welcome regardless of differing abilities.

The City’s 2022-25 Strategic Plan outlines the City’s commitment in the area of Reconciliation, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (REDI). City Council is prioritizing work to foster meaningful organizational and policy change to help extinguish all types of systemic barriers the kind experienced by people with disabilities. There is work to be done in communities everywhere to correct a history of “ableism” (discrimination of differently abled individuals) and to create equal opportunities for every person.

On Dec. 3, the City calls on Saskatoon employers and organizations to recognize the value and unique contributions of persons with visible and invisible disabilities, and to initiate conversations about inclusion in the workplace that centre the voices of persons with lived experience.

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities was established in 1992 at the United National General Assembly.

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

NEW

ZIMMERMAN RD ROAD CLOSED FROM MEADOWS PKY TO 8TH ST E
(Railway repair)
Start: November 30, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 9:00 p.m.

20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Hydrovaccing)
Start: November 30, 9:00 a.m. End: November 30, 3:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR WB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED AT BOTTOMLEY RD
(CCTV inspection)
Start: November 30, 9:00 a.m. End: November 30, 3:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO 30TH ST W
(CB lead repair)
Start: November 30, 9:00 a.m. End: November 30, 6:00 p.m.

ONGOING

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.   

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.

Zimmerman Road will be closed from Meadows Parkway to 8th Street for CPKC railway repairs on Thursday, November 30, starting at 7:00 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.

NEW

3RD AVE S NB LANES AND SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Water main valve repair)
Start: November 29, 8:00 a.m. End: November 29, 4:30 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB CURB LANE ROLLING CLOSURES FROM 45TH ST E TO HIGHWAY 12
(Streetlight fixture replacements)
Start: November 29, 9:00 a.m. End: November 29, 3:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO BOTTOMLEY AVE N
(CCTV)
Start: November 29, 9:00 a.m. End: November 29, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CONFEDERATION DR VARIOUS NB & SB LANES CLOSED FROM GALT CRT TO 33RD ST W
(Groundwater monitoring)
Start: November 28, 9:00 a.m. End: November 29, 1:00 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.   

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.