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Avenue H will be closed between 30th and 32nd streets starting Friday, August 9 at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching. The intersection at Avenue H and 31st Street will remain open. 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.

An important milestone in the journey to the Downtown Event and Entertainment District will be discussed at the August 14^th Governance and Priorities Committee of Saskatoon City Council. The Committee will be discussing a private partner agreement framework for operating the new venues, which is a critical element intended to advance the Downtown Event and Entertainment District.

“We looked for a partner with the necessary experience and credentials that will not only fund and run a successful operation, but also values and understands the importance of social responsibility and leadership in our community,” says Dan Willems, Director of Technical Services, Transportation and Construction. “The fact that we attracted the interest of a world-class expert in facility management reaffirms the potential and excitement that exists for a Downtown Event and Entertainment District in Saskatoon.”

The report sets out an agreement framework for a private operating partnership with OVG360, one of the world’s leading full-service facility management teams with over 300 client-partners that span arenas, stadiums, convention centres and performing arts centres globally. Between an initial upfront capital contribution and annual revenues to the City through an operating partnership with OVG360, the City projects $170 million in net cash flow over a 25-year agreement.  The agreement will also address important community benefits including maximizing economic opportunities for traditionally marginalized groups, employment that will work with existing employees and unions, and benefits for community non-profit events.

“We are thrilled to announce this long-term operating partnership with OVG360. With OVG360's extensive experience in managing premier facilities across North America, we are confident that their innovative approach will bring substantial financial benefits to our city which will help support the funding strategy for the new venues. Between this partnership and construction of these venues, we anticipate a significant elevation in the quality and variety of events coming to Saskatoon, attracting world-class entertainment, conventions, and cultural activities. This will not only enhance the vibrancy of our community but also drive economic growth and provide memorable experiences for our residents and visitors,” says Willems.

For more information on the Downtown Event and Entertainment District please visit saskatoon.ca/eventdistrict.

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

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AVE H N NB & SB CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 23RD ST W
(watermain work)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(watermain work)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

CIRCLE DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM KOLYNCHUK CRES TO VIC BLVD
(road resurfacing)
Start: August 8, 7:00 p.m. End: August 9, 6:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO FIELD HOUSE RD
(construction)
Start: August 7, 7:00 p.m. End: August 8, 6:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM VIC BLVD TO KOLYNCHUK CRT
(road resurfacing)
Start: August 7, 7:00 p.m. End: August 8, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

MILLAR AVE NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED AT 43RD ST E
(sewer main installation)
Start: August 6, 9:00 a.m. End: August 8, 6:00 p.m.

20TH ST E WB CLOSED, EB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED, NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(streetscaping)
Start: August 1, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 4:30 p.m.

CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 10TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(water main work)
Start: July 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 6:00 p.m.

3RD AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED / SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(concrete work)
Start: August 6, 7:00 a.m. End: August 10, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(watermain work)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(watermain work)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

11TH ST W EB CLOSED FAIRLIGHT DR FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(infrastructure improvements )
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 12, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD WEST SIDE OF ROUND-A-BOUT CLOSED AT TASKAMANWA ST
(service installations)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 4:30 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE E S TO AVE E S
(watermain work)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 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.

Avenue H will be closed between 22nd and 23rd streets starting Thursday, August 8 at 7:00 a.m. for water main work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two days 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.

The 7th Avenue North intersection at Balmoral Street will be closed starting Thursday, August 8 at 7:00 a.m. for water main replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one month 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.