News Releases

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

NEW

PRESTON AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO CIRCLE DR E
(SL&P cable work)
Intersections will remain open
Start: March 31, 8:00 a.m. End: April 1, 4:30 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E SB LANES CLOSED FROM QUEEN ST TO 25TH ST E
(Streetlight replacements)
Start: March 31, 10:00 a.m. End: March 31, 1:00 p.m.

NELSON RD NB LANES CLOSED AT ATTRIDGE DR
(Signal install)
Start: March 31, 10:00 a.m. End: March 31, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

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

NEW

CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT TAYLOR ST E
(Streetlight replacements)
Start: March 30, 6:30 a.m. End: March 30, 8:30 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM COLLEGE DR TO 14TH ST E
(Streetlight replacements)
Start: March 30, 8:00 a.m. End: March 30, 10:30 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CENTRAL AVE TO MCKERCHER DR
(Streetlight replacements)
Start: March 30, 10:30 a.m. End: March 30, 12:30 p.m.

ONGOING

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

The City of Saskatoon has declared a Snow Event following heavy snowfall Thursday and Friday morning, with 12 cm of snow accumulation. Strong winds have also created challenging road conditions with drifting and icy surfaces.

28 graders and 6 plows are working to clear snow from priority streets like freeways, arterial roads and collector streets. Snow will be stored on medians, boulevards and parking lanes to maintain mobility. 14 sanders are working to improve traction in icy areas, and 6 sidewalk plows are active clearing City-owned pathways and sidewalks.

Drivers should be aware to adjust driving habits by slowing down and increasing following distances between vehicles. Give road equipment the space it needs to operate, and watch for blue and yellow flashing lights.

The status of snow clearing throughout the city can be monitored through the Priority Street Snow Grading Map. More information, including the City’s level of service, can be found at saskatoon.ca/snow. Stay in the know by checking the latest Snow & Ice Report posted to saskatoon.ca/snowreport.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rush take on the Colorado Mammoth at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, March 29 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:45 p.m.
• 6:25 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date.

ONGOING

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

The City’s second annual Round Dance and Feast is taking place this Friday, March 28 at the Cosmo Civic Centre.

A Round Dance is a traditional event in First Nations culture that celebrates community unity through the coming together of the community and its people. The theme for this event is miyo-pimatisiwin (MEE-oh pim-MOT-tis-oo-win), which means “the good life for all” in the Plains Cree language.

“We had such an incredible response from our staff and community last year when we held our very first Round Dance and Feast, and we are experiencing that same level of enthusiasm for this year’s event,” says Melissa Cote, Director of Indigenous Initiatives.

Community members and City of Saskatoon employees have volunteered their time to ensure everything from set up to take down runs smoothly.

The City has also benefitted from having a few external partners help with the cost of hosting the Round Dance and Feast. “We’re grateful for the generous financial support from The Canadian Race Relations Foundation, Nutrien and the Saskatoon Public Library. We thank these organizations for contributing and helping us create an event that brings our community together,” says Cote.

Everyone is welcome to attend this family-friendly, alcohol-free event. The community feast takes place from 4:00-6:00 p.m. and the round dance begins at 6:00 p.m.

Media please note: Videography or photography of the feast is not permitted out of respect for ceremonial practices. Videography and photography of the round dance is permitted except when smudging and praying is happening during the giveaway ceremony and during the first dance. We request that any interviews with City of Saskatoon spokespeople take place on Friday morning, as we will not be able to accommodate interviews at the event.

The City’s second annual Round Dance and Feast is taking place this Friday, March 28 at the Cosmo Civic Centre.

A Round Dance is a traditional event in First Nations culture that celebrates community unity through the coming together of the community and its people. The theme for this event is miyo-pimatisiwin (MEE-oh pim-MOT-tis-oo-win), which means “the good life for all” in the Plains Cree language.

“We had such an incredible response from our staff and community last year when we held our very first Round Dance and Feast, and we are experiencing that same level of enthusiasm for this year’s event,” says Melissa Cote, Director of Indigenous Initiatives.

Community members and City of Saskatoon employees have volunteered their time to ensure everything from set up to take down runs smoothly.

The City has also benefitted from having a few external partners help with the cost of hosting the Round Dance and Feast. “We’re grateful for the generous financial support from The Canadian Race Relations Foundation, Nutrien and the Saskatoon Public Library. We thank these organizations for contributing and helping us create an event that brings our community together,” says Cote.

Everyone is welcome to attend this family-friendly, alcohol-free event. The community feast takes place from 4:00-6:00 p.m. and the round dance begins at 6:00 p.m.

Saskatoon Transit continues to concentrate on improving safety for employees and customers on the buses and at terminals. It has addressed all the initiatives in the Saskatoon Transit Frontline Employee Safety Plan, announced in June 2024, and will present a progress report on Tuesday, April 1, at City Council’s Standing Policy Committee on Transportation meeting.

In response to challenges with violence and aggression on buses and at terminals at the beginning of 2024, Saskatoon Transit management and Amalgamated Transit Union Local 615 committed to prioritizing 17 initiatives to improve workplace safety and foster a culture of safety within Saskatoon Transit.

The plan involves security measures, new processes for reporting incidents and protocols to maintain order on the bus, reduce negative interactions and prepare employees with the skills and resources they need to de-escalate situations. Transit will continue to focus on these initiatives, as many are new, and it can take time for noticeable differences.

Repeated customer surveys throughout 2024 in the Transit app support a correlation between the perception of safety and the number of negative interactions occurring. Saskatoon Transit will use employee feedback about what’s working or not to improve the programs and processes in the plan and continue to support the City’s Community Safety and Well-Being initiatives.

Renovations made to the former Saskatchewan Transportation Company parcel depot for use as a temporary enhanced emergency shelter are complete. The City has turned the renovated building over and The Mustard Seed is preparing for shelter operations, with an anticipated opening in April.

In September 2024, City Council approved an 18-month permit for temporary operation of a 30 to 40 bed enhanced emergency residential shelter at 210 Pacific Avenue. Council also approved a request to lease the City-owned building to the Government of Saskatchewan at a below market rate. 

After hearing feedback from nearby residents and businesses, the City committed to implement changes to the site plan of the temporary shelter as detailed here. Measures include:

• Fencing to create a sense of space for those using the shelter, and delineation between the shelter and surrounding businesses. There will be no walk-in access off Pacific Avenue. Facility access for shelter guests will only be from Ontario Avenue.
• Fencing will feature artwork, created by local Indigenous artists and youth, to connect the shelter to the community and add vibrancy to the neighbourhood. This will include a series of original hand painted banners depicting Indigenous stories by local artists, Josh Wāpiskisiw and Honey Constant-Inglis, and a group of young multi-cultural artists from W.P. Bate School. Indigenous storytelling during the winter season is a cherished Indigenous tradition for passing on knowledge from generation to generation, sharing culture, history, teachings, spirituality and language. Interpretive plaques will be placed onsite to explain the stories.
• 7-day-per-week, extended-hour security/support dedicated to the downtown with a proactive priority focus on the vicinity around the proposed shelter.

Representatives from the City, Saskatoon Fire Department, Saskatoon Police Service, Government of Saskatchewan and The Mustard Seed are also meeting with neighbours in the immediate vicinity ahead of the opening to discuss the operating and safety plan. More information on the integrated operating and safety plan can be read here.

City Administration, in collaboration with the Government of Saskatchewan, is in the final stages of identifying a permanent site for the enhanced emergency shelter. An update will be provided when available. 

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Beach Boys at SaskTel Centre on Thursday, March 27 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 6:15 p.m.
• 6:55 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.

The City of Saskatoon received a formal offer from SK Recycles (formerly Multi-Material Stewardship Western) to transition to its new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) household recycling program. This follows the May 2024 approval of Household Packaging and Paper Stewardship Program Regulations by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment. As a result, the provincial stewardship agency, SK Recycles, will take over municipal recycling programs. A report to the April 1, 2025 meeting of the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services provides a detailed analysis of the options available to the City. 

Due to a number of considerations, such as existing contractual requirements for blue carts and compost depots, City Administration recommends maintaining the status quo with no changes to both the curbside and multi-unit residential recycling programs until December 2027.

Looking to the future, Administration recommends signaling its intent to participate in the SK Recycles-led collection models for both programs, starting in January 2028, by making a formal written submission to SK Recycles. This option would allow time to transition the funding model for waste services that had previously been supported by SK Recycles funding; it is also expected to cause no disruption to the service level and would be the lowest cost. Residents will learn more about the service-provider change in the months leading up to the 2028 SK Recycles implementation.

By 2028, all Saskatchewan communities will transition to a full Extended Producer Responsibility program for household packaging and paper, joining the SK Recycles program.

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

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

NEW

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT BRIGHTON CIRCLE
(Streetlight replacement)
Start: March 26, 1:00 p.m. End: March 26, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

The deadline to submit a formal assessment appeal for your property this year is Friday, March 28, 2025.

Property owners, if after speaking with an assessor you disagree with your property’s 2025 reassessed value, you can submit a formal assessment appeal to the Board of Revision.

To submit an assessment appeal, please note the required fee and complete the appeal form included with your 2025 Assessment Notice or download the form from saskatoon.ca/assessment.

We encourage property owners to use the Property Assessment & Tax Tool to review the characteristics the City has on file about your property, check other properties’ assessed values in your area, review market area sales, historical tax information and more. Visit saskatoon.ca/taxtool.

Have questions about the reassessment of your property? We’re here to help.

• Email: assessmentsubmit@saskatoon.ca
• Mail: City of Saskatoon, Assessment & Valuation 222 - 3rd Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0J5
• Phone: Call 306-975-3227 for questions or to book an in-person appointment with an assessor at City Hall Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Visit saskatoon.ca/assessment for more information including helpful videos and guides.

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

NEW

CIRCLE DR W NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 33RD ST W
(Streetlight replacement)
Start: March 25, 9:00 a.m. End: March 25, 12:00 p.m.

AVE H N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO 31ST ST W
(Valve maintenance)
Start: March 25, 9:00 a.m. End: March 25, 3:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(SL&P vault work)
Start: March 25, 10:00 a.m. End: March 25, 1:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 41ST ST E TO CIRCLE DR E
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: March 25, 12:30 p.m. End: March 25, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

Beginning March 31, residential green cart organics collection will return to bi-weekly collection. In winter months (December, January, February, March) green cart is reduced to monthly collection following feedback from residents and data from the first year of the city-wide Green Cart program.  

Residents are advised to check their collection dates online at saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar or by downloading the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app.

The Queen Street intersection at 1st Avenue is closed today for unplanned water main repairs. 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.

NEW

1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT QUEEN ST
(Water main repairs)
Start: March 24, 8:00 a.m. End: March 24, 5:00 p.m.

22ND ST W WB CURB AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM AVE L N TO AVE M N
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: March 24, 9:00 a.m. End: March 24, 12:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 33RD ST E TO 35TH ST E
(Underground maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in SB lanes
Start: March 24, 9:00 a.m. End: March 24, 3:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Valve work)
Start: March 24, 9:30 a.m. End: March 24, 10:00 a.m.

8TH ST E WB MEDIAN & NEXT LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Valve work)
Start: March 24, 10:00 a.m. End: March 24, 10:30 a.m.

ONGOING

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 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: September 26, 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. 

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date.

ONGOING

5TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 26TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: March 26, 5:00 p.m.

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 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: September 26, 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.

The City is pleased to announce the 2025 Living In Harmony Award recipients today, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and during Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Month. These awards recognize outstanding achievements in contributing to community harmony through the elimination of racial discrimination.

Watch the video announcement.

2025 Award Recipients

High Schools Student Group Award: Newcomer Youth Engagement Program at Mount Royal Collegiate, E.D. Feehan High School, and Nutana Collegiate

High School Student Group Award: Mount Royal Art Students/ Mustang Creations

Elementary Student Group Award: Brownell School Students & Staff

Elementary Individual Student Award: Mylana Shekera - Chief Whitecap School

Honourable Mention – Elementary Student Group: Samiksha Reddy, Annapa Reddy (Grade 8) and Mahiksha Reddy (Grade 4) at Colette Bourgonje School

Honourable Mention – High School Individual Students:  Gabbi Taras and Skyla Jennings at Mount Royal Collegiate

Community Impact Award: Maria and Teedly Linklater

Nominations/submissions were accepted between February 3 and March 5, 2025 and we thank everyone who submitted a piece for consideration. The winners were selected by the City of Saskatoon's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Committee.

1st Avenue will be closed between 26th and King streets on Monday, March 24, starting at 8:00 a.m. for water main maintenance. Detours are 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.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Prince Albert Raiders at SaskTel Centre on Friday, March 21 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:45 p.m.
• 6:25 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date. 

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date. 

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

4th Avenue is closed between 23rd and 24th streets today for unplanned hydrant repairs. 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

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date. 

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

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

NEW

8TH ST E WB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: March 18, 9:00 a.m. End: March 18, 10:00 a.m.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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 Light & Power will remove all remaining seasonal decorations from Broadway Bridge starting Tuesday, March 18 at 9:00 a.m. This work is expected to take 6 hours to complete. Moving work zones will be used to reduce the impact on traffic in both directions.

Saskatoon Transit may be affected by this work. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.                              

Drivers are reminded to slow down in work zones and be respectful of workers.

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

NEW

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

8TH ST E RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Manhole repair)
Drivers can still access Circle Drive southbound
Start: March 16, 12:00 p.m. End: March 17, 6:00 a.m.

8TH ST E WB MEDIAN & NEXT LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Valve maintenance)
Start: March 16, 6:00 p.m. End: March 17, 6:00 a.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

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

NEW

MILLAR AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 43RD ST E
(Hydrant maintenance)
Start: March 15, 8:00 a.m. End: March 15, 6:00 p.m.

KINGSMERE BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM STILLWATER DR TO CHRISTOPHER CRES
(Water main maintenance)
Start: March 16, 8:00 a.m. End: March 16, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BOTTOMLEY AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Sign installation)
Start: March 16, 8:00 a.m. End: March 16, 6:00 p.m.

8TH ST E RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Manhole repair)
Drivers can still access Circle Drive southbound
Start: March 16, 12:00 p.m. End: March 17, 6:00 a.m.

NIGHT WORK

8TH ST E WB MEDIAN & NEXT LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Valve maintenance)
Start: March 16, 6:00 p.m. End: March 17, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

March 18 is Transit Worker Appreciation Day, a day dedicated to acknowledge and express gratitude for the hard work and dedication of all transit workers who keep Canada's public transit systems operational. It is celebrated annually with a whole week of recognition.

Saskatoon Transit connects thousands of residents daily, in all weather conditions, thanks to the commitment of the entire team. From operators on the road to maintenance crews, planners, administration, and customer service staff, every member plays a vital role in keeping the city moving.

The Saskatoon Transit management team proudly celebrates Transit Worker Appreciation Day and invites everyone to thank all the transit workers who connect our community.

You can participate by expressing gratitude to transit workers through acts of kindness, such as saying thank you, writing kind messages, or sharing positive experiences on social media using the hashtag #ThanksTransit and tagging @stoontransit. If you stop by the Downtown Customer Service Centre, messages can be shared on the #ThanksTransit Poster.

While Transit Worker Appreciation Day is designated to highlight transit workers, expressing gratitude and appreciation for their hard work is encouraged year-round. Small gestures of kindness and recognition can make a big impact!

For more information, visit saskatoontransit.ca.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see Jelly Roll at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:40 p.m.
• 5:50 p.m.
• 6:00 p.m.
• 6:10 p.m.
• 6:20 p.m.
• 6:30 p.m.
• 6:40 p.m.
• 6:50 p.m.
• 7:00 p.m.
• 7:10 p.m.
• 7:20 p.m.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Regina Pats at SaskTel Centre on Sunday, March 16 at 4:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 2:45 p.m.
• 3:25 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date. 

ONGOING

MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO BRAND RD
(SaskEnergy work)
Start: March 13, 7:00 a.m. End: March 14, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

Registration for the City’s Spring and Summer recreation programs and Lifesaving Society swim lessons begins Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. by logging into to your Leisure Online account at leisureonline.saskatoon.ca or by calling 306-975-2800.

Registration for private and semi-private swim lessons and multi-level lessons for families will open on Monday, March 17 by phone only. Call the Leisure Centre where you want to take lessons to register.

The City would like to remind residents that opening night for registration can be quite busy. We sincerely appreciate your patience during this time. While additional online and telephone resources are in place to make the process run as smoothly as possible, there will be many people registering at once.

We recommend having a list of alternative options ready in case you do not get into your first choice. If a program is full, join the online wait list - new classes may be created if there is enough demand. Additionally, consider other nearby Leisure Centres if your preferred location isn't available.

When registering with Leisure Online, please note the following:

• Do not use Internet Explorer to complete transactions. Compatible web browsers include Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari. Ensure your web browser is up to date. Online transactions are not supported using a device or operating system older than Windows 10, Mac OS 10.14, Android 9, iPhone 8.

• Visa and MasterCard are accepted forms of payment for online transactions. Phone to make a payment with American Express. Cash and debit cards are accepted in person.
   
• Leisure program registrations processed through Leisure Online are charged an additional $1.00 (+GST) convenience fee on each program registration.

• From 5:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, images will also be removed from the registered programs page to improve load times during periods of high user traffic.
   
• Ensure you have an active Leisure Online registration account and know your username and password prior to registration night. If you are unable to access your account, call any Leisure Centre to have your account reset.

To learn more about the registered programs being offered this season, pick up a copy of the City’s Spring/Summer Leisure Guide at any City leisure facility, Saskatoon public library or wherever the StarPhoenix is sold. It is also available online at saskatoon.ca/leisureguide.

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

NEW

MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO BRAND RD
(SaskEnergy work)
Start: March 13, 7:00 a.m. End: March 14, 5:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S NB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANES & SB LEFT TURN BAY CLOSED AT AUDITORIUM AVE
(Underground maintenance)
Start: March 13, 9:00 a.m. End: March 13, 1:00 p.m.

AVE H N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO 31ST ST W
(Chamber inspection)
Start: March 13, 10:00 a.m. End: March 13, 2:00 p.m.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting intermittent snow and/or freezing rain beginning Thursday morning, along with strong east winds gusting up to 60 km/h. The City is prepared to respond to maintain safe roadways and driving conditions. 

These conditions could lead to blowing snow and reduced visibility, making driving difficult, especially on open roads and bridges. Open areas are particularly vulnerable to snow drifting, with some streets accumulating deep drifts. Please avoid driving through these drifts if possible. Crews will clear them with graders and plows when visibility improves. 

Freezing rain can create icy surfaces, increasing the risk of slipping and longer stopping distances.  

By Thursday evening the risk of freezing rain will diminish but heavier snowfall is expected overnight. Winds will also begin to ease. On Friday light flurries may continue until the afternoon. Saskatoon is expected to receive 2-5 cm of snow, though in a worst-case scenario totals could reach 10-12 cm.  

City of Saskatoon crews will be out monitoring and clearing roads to help keep travel as safe as possible. If you see snowplows or sanding trucks with blue and amber flashing lights please give them time and space to work. Stay well back, avoid passing and drive with caution around snow-clearing equipment. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead, drive according to conditions and allow extra travel time. 

For more information about winter road maintenance visit saskatoon.ca/snow, and stay updated on current conditions with the Snow & Ice Report. 

Property owners, the 2025 Assessment Roll, a listing of all properties in Saskatoon, is open for public inspection January 27 to March 28, 2025. The timeframe also marks the 60-Day Customer Review and Appeal Period.

Your 2025 formal assessment appeal deadline:

If, after speaking with an assessor, you disagree with your property's 2025 reassessed value, you must submit your formal assessment appeal to the Board of Revision before the March 28, 2025, deadline. Ensure your completed appeal form and required fees are included. An appeal form was included with your 2025 Assessment Notice sent in January 2025 or download from saskatoon.ca/assessment.

Use these helpful online tools for more information:

Property Assessment & Tax Tool: Review the characteristics the City has on file about your property, check other properties’ assessed values in your area, review market area sales, historical tax information and more. Visit saskatoon.ca/taxtool

Revenue Neutral 2025 Property Tax Estimator: Preview an estimate of the change in your 2025 property tax due to the 2025 Reassessment. The estimate shown is not your final property tax amount; it does not include 2025 budget changes, or tax policy decisions set by City Council and the Province by the end of March 2025. Property owners will receive their 2025 Property Tax notice by mail in May 2025. Visit saskatoon.ca/taxestimator

Have questions about the reassessment of your property? We’re here to help.

• Email: assessmentsubmit@saskatoon.ca
• Mail: City of Saskatoon, Assessment & Valuation 222 - 3rd Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0J5
• Phone: Call 306-975-3227 for questions or to book an in-person appointment with an assessor at City Hall Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Visit saskatoon.ca/assessment for more information including helpful videos and guides.

Public Skating and Parent and Tot Skating are ending for the season at the City of Saskatoon indoor rinks, as follows:

Archibald Arena (1410 Windsor Street, 306-975-3313)

Last day of Public Skating: Sunday, March 16 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Last day of Parent and Tot Skating: Wednesday, March 12 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Lions Arena (2205 McEown Avenue, 306-975-3306)

Last day of Public Skating: Sunday, March 23 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

Last day of Parent and Tot Skating: Friday, March 21 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Cosmo Arena (3130 Laurier Drive, 306-975-3370)

Last day of Public Skating: Sunday, March 16 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Last day of Parent and Tot Skating: Monday, March 17 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

ACT Arena (107 - 105th Street East, 306-975-3316)

Last day of Public Skating: Tuesday, March 25 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Last day of Parent and Tot Skating: Thursday, March 27 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Ice Rentals
From March 29 to April 18, Lions Arena will be available exclusively for ice rentals while ACT Arena undergoes maintenance. After this period, ACT Arena will remain open throughout the spring and summer for ice rentals. For more information and bookings, please contact the Allocations Office at 306-975-3366.

Search pubic and parent & tot skate times on Leisure Online at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca
 

The City of Saskatoon has merged seven of its appeal boards into one, creating the new Saskatoon Appeal Board. This change follows updated Terms of Reference, changes to mandate and composition, new Bylaw amendments, and public engagement feedback and is in accordance with common practice in other municipalities. The new board, approved by City Council in September 2023, became active effective January 1, 2025.

Combined Appeal Boards:

• Property Maintenance Appeal Board
• Saskatoon Private Swimming Pools Appeal Board
• Environmental Management Appeal Board
• Fire Appeal Board
• Saskatoon License Appeal Board
• Access Transit Appeal Board
• City Mortgage Appeal Board

The Saskatoon Appeal Board will handle appeals related to City decisions on permits, licenses, Orders to Remedy, Access Transit access, and City mortgage forgiveness. Hearings are scheduled for two afternoons per month, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The board's membership consists of seven City Council appointed members, with panels consisting of at least three members.

The Development Appeals Board and the Board of Revision remain unchanged and will continue to operate independently.

For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/saskatoonappealboard.

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

NEW

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE K S TO AVE H S
(Tree maintenance)
Start: March 12, 8:00 a.m. End: March 12, 5:00 p.m.

CONFEDERATION DR NB LANES CLOSED FROM MILTON ST TO BORDEN PL
(Emergency connection replacement)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in SB lanes
Start: March 12, 8:00 a.m. End: March 12, 6:00 p.m.

LENORE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM NOKOMIS CRES TO LA LOCHE RD
(Water main maintenance)
Start: March 12, 9:00 a.m. End: March 12, 1:00 p.m.

22ND ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: March 12, 9:00 a.m. End: March 12, 2:00 p.m.

ONGOING

8TH ST E EB RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water valve maintenance)
Drivers can still access Circle Drive southbound
Start: March 3, 10:30 a.m. End: March 12, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

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

NEW

TAYLOR ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT LOUISE AVE
(Water main repair)
Start: March 11, 8:00 a.m. End: March 11, 5:00 p.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE N ROAD CLOSED AT 12TH ST E
(Sanitary main maintenance)
Start: March 11, 9:00 a.m. End: March 11, 1:00 p.m.

22ND ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR S TO PACIFIC AVE
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: March 11, 9:00 a.m. End: March 11, 2:00 p.m.

ONGOING

8TH ST E EB RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water valve maintenance)
Drivers can still access Circle Drive southbound
Start: March 3, 10:30 a.m. End: March 12, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

Cumberland Avenue will be closed at 12th Street on Tuesday, March 11, starting at 9:00 a.m. for sanitary sewer maintenance. Detours are in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take four hours 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.

Taylor Street will be closed at Louise Avenue on Tuesday, March 11, starting at 8:00 a.m. for a water main repair. Detours are 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

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date.

ONGOING

8TH ST E EB RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water valve maintenance)
Drivers can still access Circle Drive southbound
Start: March 3, 10:30 a.m. End: March 12, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on these dates.

ONGOING

8TH ST E EB RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water valve maintenance)
Drivers can still access Circle Drive southbound
Start: March 3, 10:30 a.m. End: March 12, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Prince Albert Raiders at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, March 8 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:45 p.m.
• 6:25 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.

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

NEW

SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Crane lift)
Start: March 7, 7:00 a.m. End: March 7, 4:00 p.m.

ONGOING

8TH ST E EB RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water valve maintenance)
Drivers can still access Circle Drive southbound
Start: March 3, 10:30 a.m. End: March 7, 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: September 26, 2025, 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.

Everyone in Saskatoon is invited to come to one of a series of information events to be held the week of March 17th, 2025, where the future configuration of the Link rapid transit project along College Drive will be displayed and City staff will be available to answer questions. The come-and-go events will be held at various venues along the College corridor and have been scheduled to give several opportunities to come view the designs. This marks a major milestone in the project as construction moves forward toward a goal of a 2028 service launch.

“The College Drive section of the Link route is incredibly important, as it will move a large number of people from, to and through the area,” says Terry Schmidt, General Manager of Transportation and Construction. “These events will give people the opportunity to see where stations will be located as well as give them an idea of how transit, traffic, pedestrians and cyclists will move along College Drive once Link is operational.”

People are invited to attend any of the following events:

March 17
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
University of Saskatchewan Place Riel

March 18
2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
University of Saskatchewan Place Riel

6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Merlis Belsher Place

March 19
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Royal University Hospital (main floor)

3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Merlis Belsher Place

More information can be found at saskatoon.ca/linkcollegedrive.