News Releases

*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only. 
 
NEW 
 
33RD ST W EB RIGHT TURN BAY & WB LEFT TURN BAY CLOSED AT CONFEDERATION DR 
(Intersection improvements) 
Start: October 7, 7:00 a.m. End: October 10, 5:00 p.m. 
 
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 1ST ST E 
(Catch basin replacement) 
Start: October 7, 8:00 a.m. End: October 8, 5:00 p.m. 
 
ATTRIDGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CENTRAL AVE 
(Overhead sign work) 
Start: October 7, 9:00 a.m. End: October 7, 3:00 p.m. 
 
ONGOING 
 
33RD ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CONFEDERATION DR TO WEDGE RD 
(Intersection improvements) 
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 7, 5:00 p.m. 
 
AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 30TH ST W TO 33RD ST W 
(Water main work) 
Start: September 27, 7:00 a.m. End: October 8, 4:30 p.m. 
 
1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PRINCESS ST 
(construction) 
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 8, 6:00 p.m. 
 
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM 8TH ST TO BRIGHTON COMMON              
(Storm sewer work)                   
Start: August 30, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 7:00 a.m. 
 
BOYCHUK DR ROAD CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO MCMASTER CRES 
(channelization) 
Start: October 4, 9:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m. 
 
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE Q S TO AVE T S 
(Water main repairs) 
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 14, 4:00 p.m. 
 
NELSON RD SOUTH SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE 
(Sidewalk closed) 
Start: September 16, 6:00 a.m. End: October 16, 6:00 p.m. 
 
14TH ST E WB LANES & CURB LANE; & CIRCLE DR NB RAMP CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CARLETON DR      
(PWM repair)     
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB Lanes.    
Start: September 27, 9:30 a.m. End: October 17, 4:00 p.m. 
 
NEAULT RD NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 33RD ST W 
(Water main construction) 
Start: September 20, 10:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m. 
 
KENSINGTON GATE W ROAD CLOSED FROM NEAULT RD TO KENSINGTON LANE N 
(Water main work) 
Start: September 13, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 6:00 p.m. 
 
NEAULT RD NB & SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM 22ND ST W TO KENSINGTON GATE W             
(Water main work)             
Start: September 15, 9:00 a.m. End: October 26, 4:00 p.m. 
 
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances. 

This week (Oct. 4-8), the City is recognizing the significant contributions of their employees in customer service roles. Customer Service Week, marked annually by the City during the first full week of October, is about showing appreciation for the City staff who serve and support residents.

Recognizing the contributions of staff in customer service is always important but never more so than now. Customer service staff are attempting to navigate a seemingly endless array of changes and challenges posed by a global health pandemic.

COVID-19 has resulted in many changes to the customer service functions of the City. Some of these include:

• Adopting new health and safety protocols
• Adapting to masks, plexiglass, social distancing
• Managing feelings of personal safety
• Responding to resident concerns about COVID protocols
• Adapting in-person services to be delivered online or over the phone
• Managing more calls and messages than ever due to pandemic-related service changes

Have you had a City customer service representative go above and beyond to assist you? Please consider taking a moment to send a note of appreciation using the City’s Contact Us Form.

It’s time to get ready for winter at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo (Zoo). Preparations for winter vary for many animals at the Zoo. For some like the bison, mountain goats and pronghorns, now is the time to start developing heavier coats in anticipation for cooler temperatures. Many animals have also been increasing their food consumption including grizzly bears Mistaya and Koda who are gearing up for their long winter sleep.

“It is always great to see the animals exhibiting their natural adaptations for the upcoming winter season,” says Zoo Manager, Jeff Mitchell. “We have already seen our grizzly bears showing familiar signs of preparing for torpor, many of our elk and caribou are already displaying full antlers and soon our arctic fox’s fur will begin to change from grey to white. These are just some of the amazing transformations that we can expect to see as we move into the fall and winter seasons.”

Mitchell notes, the grizzly bears will likely be spending more time in their dens as they begin to settle in for their long winter slumber.

Dingoes Maple and Euci will also be adjusting their daily routine soon. Once the temperature falls below minus five degrees Celsius, the dingoes will start to spend more time indoors in favour of warmer temperatures.

Kazi (KAH-zee) the snow leopard is settling into his new home at the Nutrien Ark and is ready for the cooler temperatures.

“You will not see many big changes from Kazi, as he is so well adapted for winter,” says Mitchell. “One thing you may notice is his tail may get a little fluffier, that is because snow leopards will often use their tail as a scarf or a blanket during the winter months.”

The Zoo would like to remind residents that a non-medical mask is required when accessing indoor City-operated facilities and services including the Meerkat House and washroom facilities at the Zoo. Although masks are not required in outdoor spaces, the City recommends wearing a mask throughout your visit, even while enjoying the outdoor exhibits.

The Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., visit saskatoon.ca/zoo for more information or to plan your next visit.