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The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Canada Day, July 1.

CITY HALL

City Hall will be closed on Monday, July 1, and will reopen on Tuesday, July 2, at 8 a.m.

ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES

Check here for detailed long weekend road restrictions for priority one roadways.

REMAI MODERN 

Remai Modern will be closed on Monday, July 1.

SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY

All Saskatoon Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, July 1.

SASKATOON TRANSIT

• Fixed-route transit will run holiday service hours on July 1 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. (normal fares apply).
  • Please consult the mobile app transit to plan your trip.
  • Visit saskatoontransit.ca.
  • Immediately following the fireworks event downtown, free service will be provided on special routes on either side of the river.
  • View the Canada Day 2024 special event bus map.
• OnDemand service will not be available on July 1.
• Access Transit will operate holiday service hours on July 1 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.   
  • Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedures (8:15 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.).
  • Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays.
  • For downtown Canada Day celebrations, Access Transit pickups and drop-offs will be at the temporary stop on 2^nd Avenue just north of the Alt Hotel.
• Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed for walk-in customers on July 1, but phone lines (306-975-3100) will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

PAY PARKING

• Parking payment is not required on Monday, July 1
• Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.

MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT

• Vehicles will not be released to the public on Monday, July 1
• Open for regular business on Saturday, June 30 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
• Information on Vehicle Seizures

WASTE COLLECTIONS

Garbage, Recycling, and Organics have collections as scheduled. Check your Collection Calendar here.

MATERIAL RECOVERY CENTRE & LANDFILL

• The Material Recovery Centre and Landfill are open on Monday, May 20 from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
• Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended.
• More information at saskatoon.ca/mrc.

COMPOST DEPOT

The Compost Depot is open on Monday, July 1 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WOODLAWN CEMETERY

• The cemetery office is closed on Monday, July 1.
• Cemetery grounds are open to the public 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual.

SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO

Regular Hours of Operation

• Zoo – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Zoo Train – 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

LEISURE CENTRES

Search for drop-in program information including fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions and fitness programs on Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline.

• Cosmo Civic Centre - Closed
• Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre - Closed for facility upgrade. Learn more at saskatoon.ca/harrybailey.
• Lakewood Civic Centre – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Lawson Civic Centre – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saskatoon Field House – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Shaw Centre – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Terry Fox Track - Closed

NUTRIEN PLAYLAND AT KINSMEN

Open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

GOLF COURSES

• Holiday Park, Wildwood and Silverwood golf courses are open regular hours operation – tee times begin at 6 a.m.
• Holiday Park and Silverwood driving ranges are open regular hours of operation - 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (last bucket sold at 8 p.m.)

OUTDOOR POOLS

• Lathey & Mayfair Pools – Public Swim from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• George Ward & Riversdale Pools
  • Family and Lane Swim from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Public Swim from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

NOTIFYNOW

Residents are encouraged to sign-up for notifynow to receive timely and targeted public safety messages. Notifynow is a free service. Tell us how to best reach you on your preferred communication device. Visit saskatoon.ca/notifynow for more information.

YXE SERVICE ALERTS

For information and updates on service disruptions such as power or water check saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @yxeservicealert on Twitter. 

Laurier Drive access to Circle Drive West northbound will be closed starting this morning for unplanned road work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. Lane restrictions on Circle Drive West northbound may cause delays. This project is expected to last into this evening, 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.

Summer Play Program

The City’s 47 Summer Play Program Sites will open for the season on Tuesday, July 2, and will operate until Wednesday, August 21.

Designed for children 2 to 12 years of age, these free drop-in programs include water play, sports, games and crafts. The Summer Play Program operates at 30 paddling pool and 17 spray pad locations throughout the city. A list of locations is available at saskatoon.ca/play.

Play Programs operate Monday to Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed Monday, August 5).  

Weekend Play Programs operate at select locations on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. beginning Saturday, July 6, through until Sunday, August 18. The weekend program will also run on the Monday of the August long weekend (August 5).

On opening day, the paddling pools require public health inspections, which will delay opening of some paddling pools.  All pools are expected to be open by 3:00 p.m. on July 2.   Dry programming will remain as scheduled. 

Paddling Pools operate within Summer Play Program hours of operation. Fill and drain times for paddling pools vary - please check with staff to confirm hours.  All spray pads are available daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., daily.

Please note, children under the age of 6 must be supervised by an adult or responsible youth (12 years or older) at all times during Play Program hours. To help preschool age children stay safe in and around the water, the City requires that all participants comply with the following policy: "For every 2 preschoolers under the age of 6, there must be one adult or responsible youth (12 years or older) within arm's length, supervising the preschoolers' water play and activity."

Cancellations and changes to the hours of operations are posted on the Where to Play Google Map at saskatoon.ca/play and at saskatoon.ca/servicealerts  

Youth Centres

The City’s 9 summer youth centres open for the season on Tuesday, July 2 and will operate until August 15.  All youth, ages 12 to 16, are invited to drop in for sports and activities or hang out with friends in a friendly environment supervised by fun, qualified leaders.

Youth Centres are free to attend.  Unless otherwise stated, hours of operation are Monday to Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (closed Monday, August 5).

Youth Centre Locations:

• Confederation –Wâhkôhtowin School (3555 Miyo-Wâhkôhtowin Rd)
• Dundonald - St. Peter School (202 Sumner Crescent)
• Eastview- Pope John Paul School (3035 Arlington Ave.)
• Forest Grove - St. Volodymyr School (302 Kellough Road)
• Silverwood Heights – Silverwood Heights School (403 Silverwood Rd)

MÈ TA WÈ TÀN Youth Centres:

• Holiday Park - St. John School (1205 Avenue N South) 
• Pleasant Hill - St. Mary Wellness & Education Centre (327 Avenue N South) 
• Westmount - Westmount School (411 Avenue J North) 

Special Focus Youth Centres:

• Lakeview (Sports Only) - Lakewood Civic Centre (1635 McKercher Drive)
  Monday to Wednesday from 1:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Thursday 1:30 p.m.to 8:00 p.m. and Friday 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Travelling Summer Play Van

The summer play van travels to a different location each day with skilled leaders who will offer a variety of sports and art activities. Equipment is provided for all activities.

Locations are updated weekly on the Google Where to Hang Map found at saskatoon.ca/youth. The program runs from July 2 to Wednesday, August 15, 2024 (cancelled August 5) with operating hours of Monday to Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday 1:30 to 5:00 p.m.  

Travelling Skateboard Van & Skateboard Sites
Youth are also invited to practise boarding with our skilled skateboard leaders who travel to different sites each day.  Equipment is provided or you can bring your own deck.  Program runs from July 2 to August 15, 2024 (cancelled August 5).

Skateboard leaders are at the following locations at these hours:

• Charlottetown Park (behind Cosmo Civic Centre, 3130 Laurier Drive)
  Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Lions Skate Park (next to Riversdale Pool, 622 Spadina Crescent West)
  Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Forest Park (adjacent to Centennial High School, 215 Nelson Road)
  Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Umea Park (behind Lawson Civic Centre, 225 Primrose Drive)
  Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• W.W. Ashley Park (beside Lathey Pool, 815 Taylor Street)
  Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Skateboard sites without the skateboard program include:

• Lakewood Park (behind Lakewood Civic Centre, 1635 McKercher Road)
• Morris T. Cherneskey Park (beside Shaw Centre, 122 Bowlt Cres)

All skateboard sites are open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.  For more information, please call 306-975-3378 or visit www.saskatoon.ca/skateboard

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

NEW

8TH ST E EB & NB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE S TO CAMPBELL AVE
(Sanitary main repair)
Start: June 26, 9:00 a.m. End: June 26, 3:00 p.m.

33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT AVE E N
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Two-way traffic squeezed into parking lanes
Start: June 26, 9:00 a.m. End: June 26, 3:00 p.m.

33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT AVE B N
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Two-way traffic squeezed into parking lanes
Start: June 26, 9:00 a.m. End: June 26, 3:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repairs)
Start: June 26, 10:00 a.m. End: June 26, 1:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANE CLOSED FROM NORTHRIDGE DR TO IDYLWYLD DR N
(Catch basin repair)
Start: June 26, 10:00 a.m. End: June 26, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR W NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 33RD ST W 
(Road resurfacing) 
Start: June 25, 7:00 p.m. End: June 26, 6:00 a.m. 

CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO SPADINA CRES E 
(Bridge washing) 
Start: June 25, 10:00 p.m. End: June 26, 6:30 a.m. 

BOYCHUK DR SB CLOSED FROM BRIARWOOD RD TO HERITAGE CRES
(Roadway paving)
Start: June 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m.

4TH AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 20TH ST E 
(Construction) 
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m. 

CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 13TH ST E 
(Gas line upgrades) 
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: June 26, 6:00 p.m. 

20TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR S TO 1ST AVE S
(Streetscaping)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 28, 4:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FEDORUK DR TO KALRA ST
(Streetscaping)
Start: June 11, 7:00 a.m. End: June 28, 5:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE F S TO AVE D S
(Water main work)
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: June 28, 5:30 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Storm system construction)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E NB CURB & ACCELERATION LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E CLOVERLEAF
(Minor deck maintenance)
Detour will be set daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Start: June 24, 9:00 a.m. End: July 5, 3:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST EB LANES CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: June 7, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST EB LANES CLOSED FROM PORTAGE AVE TO BRAND RD 
(Construction) 
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: July 8, 5:00 p.m. 

NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Road construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: July 12, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Water main maintenance)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN & NEXT LANES AND WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM UNIVERSITY DR TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 21, 5:00 p.m.

FAIRLIGHT DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 11TH ST W
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: June 17, 7:00 a.m. End: August 2, 5:00 p.m.

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

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

Saskatoon Transit today unveiled two unique pieces of student artwork for its 5th annual Student Art Contest. These pieces celebrate the vibrance of youth using active transportation and will be displayed on transit buses around Saskatoon. This contest is aimed at students in grades 3 and 7, as public and active transportation is part of the learning plan for those grades.  

"We are thrilled to partner with elementary schools on this project and extend a big thank you to all students who participated in this year's contest," says Cory Shrigley, Customer Support and Engagement Manager of Saskatoon Transit. "This artwork captures the spirit of active transportation and its role in our community. Students this summer should take great pride in seeing art created by their peers displayed on the side of Saskatoon Transit bus."  

The winning pieces were based on their reflection of the "Active Transportation" theme. They highlighted the importance of integrated transportation modes such as public transit, cycling, walking, e-scooters, car sharing, taxis, carpooling, and ride-sharing. 

• Grade 3 Winner: 
  • Ada, Vera, Skylar, Samar and Juliette  
  • École Alvin Buckwold School  
• Grade 7 Winner: 
  • Raowha 
  • Lakeridge School  

“Our school division promotes active transportation and encourages mindful choices that support student well-being and our community,” says Jennifer Haywood, Superintendent of Education at Saskatoon Public Schools. “This contest aligns with our curriculum and Move to Grow campaign, advocating for active ways to commute to school. 

“Congratulations to both schools for their creative artwork that brings these ideas to life in a beautiful visual, hopefully inspiring others to adopt healthier and more sustainable transportation habits.” 

Each winning artwork will be prominently displayed on five Saskatoon Transit buses, totalling ten buses, throughout the city.