News Releases

The application deadline to apply for the City’s boards, committees and commissions vacant positions has been extended by one week to October 12, 2021, at 5:00 p.m.

The City relies on citizen volunteers to bring their diverse backgrounds and expertise to provide guidance and input on matters important to the community. Make this your year to volunteer and help make a difference.

As a commitment of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan, the membership of the City’s various boards, committees and commissions should reflect the community we serve, with members bringing their unique perspective, guidance and advice.

There are a wide variety of open positions:  

• Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
• Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
• Public Art Advisory Committee
• Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee
• P4G Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth – District Planning Commission
• Marr Residence Management Board
• Municipal Planning Commission
• Remai Modern Art Gallery of Saskatchewan
• TCU Place Board of Directors
• Board of Revision (& Licence Appeal Board)

Our boards and committees are stronger through diverse membership. In working together, we make Saskatoon a better city.

Check the full list of vacant positions, descriptions of the ways you can contribute, or apply, before 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at saskatoon.ca/boards.

The City of Saskatoon’s three golf courses (Holiday Park, Silverwood, and Wildwood golf courses) are in the process of closing for the season to ensure the maintenance requirements can be completed before winter, and the courses are in good condition for 2022.  The City would like to thank all patrons for their support this year.

The last day of operation at each course is as follows:

Silverwood

• Monday, October 11 - Front 9
• Sunday, October 17 - Back 9 and driving range

Holiday Park

• Monday, October 11 - Executive 9
• Sunday, October 17 - Front 9
• Sunday, October 24 - Back 9 and driving range

Wildwood

• Sunday, October 17 - Front 9
• Sunday, October 24 - Back 9

All dates are tentative and dependent on weather conditions.  Golfers are advised to call the golf course to check playing conditions.

For more information about any of the City’s golf courses please visit saskatoon.ca/golf

During the months of October and November, Parks staff in consultation with the Meewasin Valley Authority and the Saskatoon Fire Department, will be performing brief, small-scale prescribed fires in the naturalized areas within Heritage, Lakewood, Hyde, Donna Birkmaier and Gabriel Dumont Parks. This initiative is part of the City’s overall strategy to enhance and conserve the biodiversity of naturalized areas in Saskatoon parks.

A prescribed fire is the planned and controlled application of fire to a defined area of land. Prescribed fires replicate the natural renewal process of grasslands, reduce the risk of wildfire and enhance habitat for wildlife.

Prescribed fires are performed by trained Parks staff, and the Saskatoon Fire Department is either on-site or on call to help manage the fire if needed. Prescribed fires are a common, cost-effective park management practice in many cities across Canada and the United States and have been conducted safely for many years.

Timing of the prescribed fires will be determined by weather and wind conditions and residents will be notified via the City’s service alerts and social media channels. Signage will also be placed at the location of the fire to alert park visitors.

The City asks residents for their cooperation when visiting Heritage, Lakewood, Hyde, Donna Birkmaier and Gabriel Dumont Parks at the time of a prescribed fire by respecting work zones and ensuring dogs are leashed when walking through the parks.

The following can be expected during and after a prescribed fire:

• Small areas of land are burned during a fire, so only portions of a park are blackened at any given time
• Shrubs and trees are not burned and therefore are not negatively impacted
• Vigorous new growth occurs following a fire (in a matter of weeks in the spring), which is appreciated by wildlife
• The reduction in accumulated dead plant material provides protection against accidental wildfires
• Smoke is present for the duration of the fire but dissipates rather quickly once the fire is over

For more information on the City’s prescribed fire program, visit saskatoon.ca/prescribedfires.

The International Council of Aging designated October 4 to 10, 2021, as Active Aging Week – a time to celebrate aging and the benefits of active living at any age.

Active Aging Week challenges society’s expectations of aging by showing that regardless of age or health conditions, adults over 50 can live life to the fullest.

“Active Aging is a priority for Recreation & Community Development,” says Andrew Roberts, Director of Recreation & Community Development. “We offer a variety of drop-in and registered programs at our Leisure Centres that have been categorized as Fit Over 50 programs and provide a guide to physical activity for people 50+.”

To celebrate Active Aging week, the City’s Recreation & Community Development department invites residents to stop by a Leisure Centre during Active Aging Week. An ambassador will be on location to talk about fall programs. It’s also a chance to win prizes, visit with friends and relax after exercising.

• Shaw Centre: Monday, October 4 (11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
• Lawson Civic Centre: Tuesday, October 5 (9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.)
• Lakewood Civic Centre: Wednesday, October 6 (8:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.)
• Saskatoon Field House: Thursday, October 7 (9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.)
• Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre: Friday, October 8 (10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.)

To learn more about Active Aging Week and programs available, visit saskatoon.ca/fitover50.

Residents are reminded that masks are required when accessing a Leisure Centre.