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Bus service to Rattlers vs Bandits
May 30, 2024 - 6:00am
- 6:15 p.m.
- 6:55 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rattlers take on the Vancouver Bandits at SaskTel Centre on Thursday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:
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.
City-wide Green Cart program helps improve waste diversion rate by nearly 10 per cent in first year of operation
May 29, 2024 - 4:24pm
The City of Saskatoon is proud to announce the successful completion of the first year of its city-wide curbside organics program. Since its launch in May 2023, the Green Cart program has contributed to a notable increase in the City’s waste diversion rate, which has risen from 23.5 per cent to 33.3 per cent. This is the first significant increase in a decade, highlighting the program’s impact on the City’s waste diversion efforts.
“We are incredibly pleased with the community's response to the Green Cart program and the substantial increase in our diversion rates,” says Brendan Lemke, Director of Water & Waste Operations. “Moving forward, we will continue to refine and improve the program, which includes a proposal to adjust collection frequencies to better meet seasonal needs and address the remaining diversion potential in black carts.”
On Tuesday, June 4, Council’s Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services (EU&CS) will hear details of the Green Cart program's performance.
The Solid Waste Reduction and Diversion Plan projected that the annual diversion from green carts would be between 15,000 and 22,000 tonnes per year. Since program launch, more than 20,452 tonnes of organic waste have successfully been diverted from the landfill. Diverting organics from landfill reduces Greenhouse Gas emissions. The Green Cart program avoided 13,374 tonnes of CO2e that would have been released as methane gas if the same materials were landfilled. This is the equivalent of removing 2,972 passenger cars from the roadway.
There is still opportunity to increase the City’s diversion rates; however. Recent waste characterization audits reveal that the average black cart still contains approximately 33 per cent organic material. The City will continue its education campaigns to improve green cart use, ensuring residents are well-informed about the benefits and proper practices of organic waste diversion.
There were also noted seasonal variations in the program's performance. During winter months, set-out rates and the amount of collected organic waste were significantly lower.
To optimize efficiency and service delivery, Administration is recommending a reduction in the winter collection frequency to once every four weeks between December 1 and March 31 each year. This option is expected to provide savings of $162,000 annually and the adjustment in service could begin December 2024. No change in collection frequency during the spring/summer/fall season is being recommended at this time.
To learn more about the Green Cart program, visit saskatoon.ca/greencart.
Council funds staffed washrooms for Riversdale, Pleasant Hill & riverbank locations; more access to drinking water
May 29, 2024 - 3:30pm
Following a discussion of several options, City Council today approved the purchase of a used washroom trailer to provide a staffed, all-day service for the Riversdale and Pleasant Hill neighbourhoods. Council also approved funding to provide staffing at a riverbank washroom location and for extra public access to drinking water.
“Like many other communities in Canada, Saskatoon is being impacted by an increase in residents who are experiencing homelessness,” says Pamela Goulden-McLeod, Director of Emergency Management. “We’re encouraged with Council’s decision because there’s been a widening gap in services and resources -- including access to public washrooms and drinking water -- for residents in need.”
The options are expected to cost approximately $700,000, with the money coming from the Reserve for Capital Expenditures. Administration will be diligently looking for cost-saving options. Two community partners have expressed an interest in working with the City on this project. These partnerships are expected to impact some of the planned resources and will lower the project's cost.
Council heard the City already provides public washroom options in neighbourhoods throughout Saskatoon. The approved options would help increase access to washrooms in neighbourhoods that do not have this service and, in turn, would minimize the overall impact on one single washroom location. The overnight winter warming location that operated at St. Mary’s Hall provided a washroom facility. With the seasonal closure of the warming centre, Pleasant Hill and Riversdale do not have an all-day service – which was in great demand.
“There is significant need for washroom resources and one location could be overwhelmed quickly,” says Goulden-McLeod. “This was learned from the post-action debrief regarding the St. Mary’s overnight warming location this winter.”
Goulden-McLeod says there is a cost saving with a used trailer, and if needed, the purchased washroom trailer could then be used for many other functions within the community.
The washroom trailer is expected to be available in about a week’s time. The Riverbank location, once confirmed, could be staffed in June.
Council also committed to fund a continuation of misting tents to help prevent heat-stroke and heat-related illnesses, critical to the City’s Extreme Heat Emergency Response Plan. A pilot project for a water-bottle filling station last year at the Westside Clinic was successful; Council now supports three new water bottle filling stations on top of the established distribution of bottled water for those in need.
Daily Road Report - May 30, 2024
May 29, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
8TH ST E VARIOUS SINGLE LANE CLOSURES AT ACADIA DR
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: May 30, 9:00 a.m. End: May 31, 2:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT NEMEIBEN RD
(Pole replacement)
Start: May 30, 1:00 p.m. End: May 30, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
AVE H S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 12TH ST W TO 16TH ST W
(Resurfacing)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR EB & WB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO WANUSKEWIN RD
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 31, 3:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT KALRA ST
(Streetscaping)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 3RD AVE S
(Traffic calming & sidewalk improvements)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 6:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 5:00 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.
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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
108th Annual Decoration Day on Sunday, June 2, 2024
May 29, 2024 - 2:00pm
The 108th Annual Decoration Day and Memorial Service will be celebrated at the Soldiers’ Cairn located at the Woodlawn Cemetery on Sunday, June 2, 2024. The annual event provides citizens with an opportunity to pay tribute to those brave individuals who lost their lives in the service of our country.
The day will begin with a parade at 1:45 p.m. that includes Legion members, ANAVET members, and members of the Armed Forces, starting from the Woodlawn Cemetery Office gate (north end of Memorial Avenue) and proceeding into the cemetery to the Memorial Cairn. Members of the public are welcome to join in the parade. The service will start at 2:00 p.m.
Spray pads open Saturday, June 1, 2024
May 29, 2024 - 1:00pm
Cool off at any of the 22 City of Saskatoon spray pads located around the city. Spray pads will open for the season on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 10 a.m., and will be operational daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Please note, in June (Monday to Friday), spray pads located near school grounds are set to turn off 5 minutes before recess and lunch breaks and will resume 5 minutes after the breaks are over. Shut-off times will vary according to individual school schedules. All spray pads are activated by push buttons located near the spray features. The bell schedules are listed on the Where to Play Google Map posted at saskatoon.ca/spraypads.
As part of the City’s Water Conservation Strategy, the City is implementing actions to reduce water usage and costs related to the operation of spray pads. In year two of the spray pad water conservation project, three spray pads will be updated with a combination of misters and lower-flow nozzles, which will save water without compromising the spray pad experience. The three spray pads that will be updated are in Briarwood, Stonebridge, and River Heights. These upgrades are expected to reduce water use by 20-60% while maintaining 100% of the fun. Water conservation work at the spray pads began in 2023 and helped save 6.4 million litres of water – the same amount of water used by 33 households in a year. Trials from the 2023 pilot are now being incorporated to test newer nozzle combinations in 2024.
To find a spray pad location near you, check out the Where to Play Google Map at saskatoon.ca/spraypads or call 306-975-3378.
Improving safety with speed limits for neighbourhood bikeways
May 29, 2024 - 11:30am
The City of Saskatoon is implementing 30 km/h speed limits on select neighbourhood bikeways this summer, as part of an ongoing commitment to improving road safety and comfort for all users.
A new policy pertaining to reduced speed limits for neighbourhood bikeways was approved by City Council in December 2023.
“This change aims to enhance safety and create a more comfortable environment for cyclists, pedestrians and drivers,” says Jay Magus, Director of Transportation. “Neighbourhood bikeways are designed for streets with lower vehicle volumes and speeds, promoting safer shared road use."
Two neighbourhood bikeways will have reduced speed limits implemented this summer: 23rd Street West between Vancouver Avenue North and Avenue C North, Avenue I between the north and south legs of 23rd Street West, and 14th Street East between Saskatchewan Crescent East and Cumberland Avenue.
The traffic bylaw was amended in February of 2024 for these two neighbourhood bikeways.
The 14th Street Neighbourhood Bikeway was identified in the Active Transportation Plan and connects the Meewasin Trail to several residential neighbourhoods, as far east as College Park. The 23rd Street Neighbourhood Bikeway, established as a priority cycling route in 2011, offers a connection for cyclists traveling between downtown and Blairmore.
Signage for these two neighbourhood bikeways is being installed and the reduced posted speed limit of 30 km/h will be in effect on July 5, 2024. Signage for future neighbourhood bikeways will be installed after traffic calming measures are constructed.
The City understands that these changes can be challenging, but they are part of the broader efforts to enhance safety and make Saskatoon more livable for everyone. For more information on neighbourhood bikeways visit saskatoon.ca/bikewayspeedlimits.
Prairie Butterfly House and Kinsmen Express II open for season June 1
May 29, 2024 - 10:00am
The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo (Zoo) is ready for summer with the Prairie Butterfly House and Kinsmen Express II set to open on Saturday, June 1.
The Prairie Butterfly House will be open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. starting Saturday, June 1 and access is free with your Zoo admission.
Butterflies fly freely around the Prairie Butterfly House allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in nature and experience the beauty and tranquility that the space offers. The Zoo reminds guests to maintain a safe space for the butterflies by not handling or removing butterflies or plants from the habitat.
The Kinsmen Express II trackless train is also resuming operations offering guided train tours of the Zoo beginning June 1. The train is free to ride with your Zoo admission and is equipped with a ramp and wheelchair accessible car. Train tours will be available daily from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. until September 2nd. Visit saskatoon.ca/zootrain for more information.
The Zoo is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and the Forestry Farm Park gates are open from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The public is reminded that the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo is a pet-free park.
Visit saskatoon.ca/zoo to learn more about the benefits of a Zoo Season Pass and to plan your next visit.
City celebrates Urban Reserve partnerships with First Nations at special meeting and Flag Ceremony
May 29, 2024 - 9:30am
Other First Nations with Urban Reserves in Saskatoon are: Kahkewistahaw First Nation; One Arrow First Nation; Red Pheasant Cree Nation; Thunderchild First Nation; Yellow Quill First Nation; and Pelican Lake First Nation.
Urban Reserves benefit both First Nations and the City in creating opportunities in economic growth, offering employment opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and fulfilling Treaty Land Entitlements. These investments help create prosperity for everyone and are a model of good partnership and cooperation.
The Flag installation ceremony occurred at the start of this month’s City Council meeting to recognize the distinct order of First Nations and Métis governments through the Treaty 6 Flag and the Métis Flag. First Nations with urban reserves, additional First Nations represented by the Saskatoon Tribal Council, and Métis Nation-Saskatchewan Western Region 2A along with Locals in Saskatoon participated in the Flag ceremony.
Métis Nation-Saskatchewan Western Region 2A Locals in Saskatoon are Central Urban Métis Federation Local #165, Victoria Racette Local IIA, Saskatoon Métis Local # 126, and Gabriel Dumont Local #11. The additional First Nations represented by the Saskatoon Tribal Council recognized at the Flag ceremony are: Kinistin Saulteaux Nation; Mistawasis Nêhiyawak ; Muskoday First Nation; and Whitecap Dakota First Nation.
About Urban Reserves and Treaty Land Entitlement
Treaty Land Entitlement (TLE) is a process used by the Federal and Provincial governments to resolve outstanding obligations to First Nations who did not receive all of the Reserve land to which they were entitled under Treaty. TLE has enabled First Nations to purchase land and transfer it to Reserve status. The City of Saskatoon welcomes these investments in the city and the region, which support the economic, environmental, social, and cultural well-being of the entire community. Before an urban Reserve is created, the City of Saskatoon and the First Nation sign agreements that cover commitments to work together, municipal services, fees for services, and compatible standards for development.
For more information on the First Nations who have land holdings or reserves within the City of Saskatoon and region, go to www.saskatoon.ca/business-development/planning/programs-projects/urban-reserves-treaty-land-entitlement
Avenue C closed today between 33rd and 34th streets for unplanned water main work
May 29, 2024 - 9:00am
Avenue C will be closed between 33rd and 34th streets starting today at 10:00 a.m. for unplanned water main repairs. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to be completed today, 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.
Downtown Transit terminal closed for unplanned water main work
May 28, 2024 - 4:17pm
The Downtown Transit Terminal on 23rd Street will be closed between 2nd and 3rd avenues starting May 29, at 8:00 a.m. for unplanned water main repairs. This project is expected to take one day to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
The terminal will be temporarily moved along 3rd Avenue with minimal effects on transit service and schedules. Temporary bus stop signage will be put in place to help locate transfers and buses, and “no parking” signs will be set up at the temporary terminal location. Detours will guide motorists around the work zone.
Please note the north sidewalk of the existing terminal will remain open, and the Transit Customer Service Centre will maintain regular hours of operation. Thank you for your patience and for following traffic detour signs for everyone’s safety.
Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at transit.services@saskatoon.ca or 306.975.3100. Thank you for your cooperation and support.
Daily Road Report - May 29, 2024
May 28, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
AVE C N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 23RD ST W
(SaskEnergy construction)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 29, 7:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT KALRA ST
(Streetscaping)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
LORNE AVE NB & SB DRIVING LANES CLOSED FROM 3RD ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
NB & SB traffic will be maintained in parking lanes.
Start: May 29, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANES AT MUNROE AVE S
(CCTV)
Start: May 29, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
PRESTON AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 14 ST
(Unplanned water main repairs)
Start: May 28, 8:00 a.m. End: TBD
CENTRAL AVE NB & SB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO MCORMOND DR
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 24TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: May 28, 8:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 24TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: May 28, 8:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
AVE H S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 12TH ST W TO 16TH ST W
(Resurfacing)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR EB & WB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO WANUSKEWIN RD
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 31, 3:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 3RD AVE S
(Traffic calming & sidewalk improvements)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 6:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 5:00 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.
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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Upgrades and reminders for Saskatoon's Dog Parks
May 28, 2024 - 10:00am
- All dogs must have a valid Pet License.
- Bring a leash. Use when entering and exiting the Dog Park.
- Keep your dog in sight and under control. Off-leash doesn’t mean unattended.
- Pick up your dog’s poop and drop it in available waste containers.
- Be prepared! Attend a free Behaviour Awareness Training session held throughout the summer at Dog Parks to learn basic training tips, recognizing and understanding dog behaviour, how to have a more PAWsitive off-leash experience with your dog and more. Dates will be announced online.
As the weather gets warmer, many are looking for opportunities to get outside and the City’s Dog Parks are a great place for dogs and owners to get exercise and socialize. The City currently operates 13 dog parks at various locations throughout Saskatoon. Each Dog Park has unique natural and manmade amenities that provide different experiences for dogs and their owners to enjoy. From small urban parks such as Pierre Radisson and Caswell to large rural spaces like Chief Whitecap and Hampton Village and even dedicated spaces for small dogs at Hyde and Charlottetown, there are a variety of off-leash spaces available to explore.
In 2023, the Animal Services team completed a number of Dog Park upgrades including adding the two Dog Parks dedicated for small dogs, installing concrete pads at the entrances to 8 Dog Parks to prevent soil erosion and posting new signage reminding users to be responsible pet owners when visiting off-leash areas.
For 2024, new shared pathway signs and pathway markings will be installed this spring at Silverwood Dog Park. Silverwood Dog Park features an asphalt pathway that is shared by pedestrians, cyclists, dogs and their owners. Markings down the middle of the pathway will separate traffic flow, providing a split roadway for users to travel though the park space. The Animal Services team would like to remind park users to share the pathway, follow the markings and posted signs, be aware of your surroundings and travel at a slow speed when cycling through this shared space.
Dog owners are reminded of their responsibilities when enjoying off-leash time with their pet. Here are some reminders for a safe and successful off-leash experience:
Most importantly, have fun! When dogs and owners play by the rules, everyone has a good time. If you have concerns regarding nuisance behaviour of a dog while at the Dog Park, contact the Saskatoon Animal Control Agency at 306-385-PETS.
For more information on Dog Parks, visit saskatoon.ca/dogparks.
Daily Road Report - May 28, 2024
May 27, 2024 - 3:00pm
*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: May 28, 6:00 a.m. End: May 28, 6:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 24TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: May 28, 8:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 24TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: May 28, 8:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
1ST AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Unplanned water service repair)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: TBD
33RD ST E ALL DIRECTIONS VARIOUS LANE RESTRICTIONS WITH A PILOT TRUCK AT 7TH AVE N
(Environmental sampling)
Start: May 27, 9:00 a.m. End: May 28, 2:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR EB & WB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO WANUSKEWIN RD
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE NB & SB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO MCORMOND DR
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
AVE H S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 12TH ST W TO 16TH ST W
(Resurfacing)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 3RD AVE S
(Traffic calming & sidewalk improvements)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 6:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 5:00 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.
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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Spadina Crescent closed between 3rd and 2nd avenues on Tuesday
May 27, 2024 - 6:00am
Spadina Crescent will be closed between 3rd and 2nd avenues on Tuesday, May 28, starting at 6:00 a.m. for a crane lift. 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.
Daily Road Report - May 27, 2024
May 24, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
3RD AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO SPADINA CRES E
(Crane lift)
Start: May 27, 6:00 a.m. End: May 27, 4:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 3RD AVE S
(Traffic calming & sidewalk improvements)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 6:00 p.m.
33RD ST E ALL DIRECTIONS VARIOUS LANE RESTRICTIONS WITH A PILOT TRUCK AT 7TH AVE N
(Environmental sampling)
Start: May 27, 9:00 a.m. End: May 28, 2:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR EB & WB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO WANUSKEWIN RD
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE NB & SB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO MCORMOND DR
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
AVE H S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 12TH ST W TO 16TH ST W
(Resurfacing)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 5:00 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.
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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Weekend Road Report - May 25-26, 2024
May 24, 2024 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
25TH ST E EB MEDIAN LANE & WB LEFT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(Concrete work)
Start: May 25, 6:00 a.m. End: May 25, 2:00 p.m.
25TH ST E EB MEDIAN LANE & WB LEFT TURN & MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 6TH AVE N
(Median work)
Start: May 25, 6:00 a.m. End: May 25, 4:30 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RIGHT TURN BAY PARTIALLY CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Underground cable installation)
Access to Circle Dr WB will be maintained
Start: May 25, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
VICTORIA AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(Saskatchewan Marathon)
Start: May 26, 5:00 a.m. End: May 26, 1:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO VICTORIA AVE
(Saskatchewan Marathon)
Start: May 26, 6:00 a.m. End: May 26, 10:30 a.m.
VICTORIA AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Saskatchewan Marathon)
Police will be controlling traffic at the Taylor St and 8th St intersections on Victoria Ave during the marathon
Start: May 26, 6:00 a.m. End: May 26, 11:00 a.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB LANES CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO PINEHOUSE DR
(Saskatchewan Marathon)
Start: May 26, 6:00 a.m. End: May 26, 1:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES W ROAD CLOSED FROM POWER RD TO SCHUYLER ST
(Saskatchewan Marathon)
Start: May 26, 6:00 a.m. End: May 26, 1:00 p.m.
FAITHFULL AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM 50TH ST E TO 51ST ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 3:00 p.m.
FAITHFULL AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM 52ND ST E TO 51ST ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 3:00 p.m.
51ST ST E EB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM CLEVELAND AVE TO MILLAR AVE
(Roadway patching)
2-way will be maintained in the WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 3:00 p.m.
FAITHFULL AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM 48TH ST E TO 50TH ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCKERCHER DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BALFOUR ST TO EDINBURGH PL
(Road work)
Start: May 24, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 4:30 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT ASSINIBOINE DR
(Underground cable installation)
Start: May 24, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD NB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT ASSINIBOINE DR
(Underground cable installation)
Start: May 24, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR EB & WB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO WANUSKEWIN RD
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE NB & SB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO MCORMOND DR
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
AVE H S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 12TH ST W TO 16TH ST W
(Resurfacing)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 5:00 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.
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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Spadina Crescent closed from 20th Street to 3rd Avenue starting on Monday
May 24, 2024 - 8:00am
Spadina Crescent will be closed between 20th Street and 3rd Avenue starting on Monday, May 27, at 7:00 a.m. for traffic calming and sidewalk improvements. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take five 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.
Road restrictions for Saskatchewan Marathon on Sunday
May 24, 2024 - 7:00am
- McPherson Avenue from Taylor Street E to 8th Street E
- St Henry Avenue from Diefenbaker Park Road to Lorne Avenue
- Victoria Avenue NB lanes from 8th Street E to 19th Street E
- Taylor Street E from Lorne Avenue to Victoria Avenue
- Eastlake Avenue from Ruth Street E to Taylor Street E
- Victoria Avenue NB lanes from Taylor Street E to 8th Street E
- Traffic Bridge from 11th Street E to 19th Street E
- Spadina Crescent E NB lanes from 20th Street E to Pinehouse Drive
- Spadina Crescent W from Power Road to Schuyler Street
Road closures will be in place on Sunday, May 26, starting at 5:00 a.m. for the Saskatchewan Marathon.
Race route road closures include:
Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the race route. Roadways will reopen as racers complete various stages. All roads will be open by 1:00 p.m., weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Drivers are reminded to drive carefully, watch for participants and officials, and to be aware of “no parking” signs along marathon routes. The City thanks everyone for their patience.
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.
Bus service to Rattlers vs Alliance
May 24, 2024 - 6:00am
- 6:15 p.m.
- 6:55 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rattlers take on the Montreal Alliance at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, May 25 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:
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.
Daily Road Report - May 24, 2024
May 23, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCKERCHER DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BALFOUR ST TO EDINBURGH PL
(Road work)
Start: May 24, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 4:30 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT ASSINIBOINE DR
(Underground cable installation)
Start: May 24, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD NB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT ASSINIBOINE DR
(Underground cable installation)
Start: May 24, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E EB MEDIAN LANE & WB LEFT TURN LANE & MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 6TH AVE N
(Median work)
Start: May 24, 9:00 a.m. End: May 24, 12:00 p.m.
25TH ST E EB MEDIAN LANE & WB LEFT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(Concrete work)
Start: May 24, 9:00 a.m. End: May 24, 12:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 13TH ST E TO 14TH ST W
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: May 24, 9:00 a.m. End: May 24, 1:00 p.m.
ONGOING
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Paving)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON COMMON TO TASKAMANWA ST
(Top lift construction)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM BRIARWOOD RD TO HERITAGE CRES
(Concrete work)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 6:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR EB & WB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO WANUSKEWIN RD
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE NB & SB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO MCORMOND DR
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
AVE H S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 12TH ST W TO 16TH ST W
(Resurfacing)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 5:00 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.
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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Real-time bus location data will be unavailable Friday, May 24 after 9 p.m.
May 23, 2024 - 2:00pm
Saskatoon Transit is updating the system that provides real-time bus location information and service alerts used by trip-planning apps such as Transit and Google. The system will be offline for approximately 11 hours, beginning at 9 p.m. on Friday, May 24, and is expected to be available by 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, barring any unforeseen circumstances.
During this period, the estimated time and location displayed on the trip-planning apps will be based on the schedule, not the actual location of the bus. Customers are encouraged to arrive at their stop at least five minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.
Saskatoon Transit service alerts will not be available throughout this maintenance period; however, customers can refer to x.com/stoontransit for details if the outage is extended.
Daily Road Report - May 23, 2024
May 22, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON COMMON TO TASKAMANWA ST
(Top lift construction)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM BRIARWOOD RD TO HERITAGE CRES
(Concrete work)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 6:00 p.m.
AVE H S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 12TH ST W TO 16TH ST W
(Resurfacing)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
51ST ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Catch basin replacement)
Start: May 23, 9:00 a.m. End: May 23, 3:00 p.m.
FAITHFULL AVE NB RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED AT 51ST ST E
(Catch basin replacement)
Start: May 23, 9:00 a.m. End: May 23, 3:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM AVE H N TO AVE I N
(CCTV sanitary main)
Start: May 23, 9:00 a.m. End: May 23, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 16TH ST W TO 12TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 7:00 a.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Paving)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR EB & WB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO WANUSKEWIN RD
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE NB & SB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO MCORMOND DR
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 7TH AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 5:00 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.
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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
City’s latest Flood Control Strategy project getting underway in Brevoort Park neighbourhood
May 22, 2024 - 10:00am
Construction is getting underway on the City of Saskatoon’s (City) fourth Flood Control Strategy (FCS) project. Once operational in 2025, flooding during intense summer storms will be mitigated around Early Drive and Tucker Crescent in the Brevoort Park neighbourhood.
“This project includes new storm sewer pipes and underground storm water storage,” says Russ Munro, Director of Saskatoon Water. “Rainwater that typically pools and floods area properties during intense summer storms, will now flow into underground storage tanks that are being installed in Brevoort Park South.”
The storage tanks will temporarily hold the water which will slowly drain through the storm sewer system to the South Saskatchewan River. The project will also include new landscaping once the tanks are installed. Most of Brevoort Park South is fenced off and will remain closed for several months following construction to give the new sod and trees adequate time to establish.
The FCS was approved by City Council in 2018. The Government of Canada is contributing 40% of the eligible construction costs up to a maximum of $21.6 million toward all nine FCS projects. The City is funding the remaining construction costs through the Storm Water Utility Capital Program and revenue generated from Storm Water Utility charges.
FCS projects to date include the W.W. Ashley District dry storm pond, which opened in 2022, and the Churchill Park dry storm pond completed in 2023. Five more FCS projects will be built in Saskatoon’s most flood-prone neighbourhoods over the next three years.
For more information about the FCS and future project locations, visit saskatoon.ca/floodplan.
Brighton Boulevard closed from Brighton Common to Taskamanwa Street starting on Thursday
May 22, 2024 - 7:00am
Brighton Boulevard will be closed between Brighton Common and Taskamanwa Street starting Thursday, May 23 at 7:00 a.m. for top lift construction. 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.
Bus service to Rattlers vs Sea Bears
May 22, 2024 - 6:00am
- 6:15 p.m.
- 6:55 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rattlers take on the Winnipeg Sea Bears at SaskTel Centre on Wednesday, May 22 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:
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.
Daily Road Report - May 22, 2024
May 21, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
PRESTON AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST W
(Pathway construction)
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 22, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB VARIOUS LANES MOBILE MOVING CLOSURE FROM 8TH ST E TO CLARENCE AVE S
(Litter pick up)
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 22, 3:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR EB & WB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO WANUSKEWIN RD
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE NB & SB VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO MCORMOND DR
(Crack Sealing)
Mobile closures in the area from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only. There will always be one lane open for traffic in each direction.
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
33RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 7TH AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 4:30 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT BRIARWOOD RD
(Paving)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 16TH ST W TO 12TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 7:00 a.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Paving)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 5:00 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.
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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Upcoming Housing Accelerator Fund Information Sessions
May 21, 2024 - 1:00pm
- Permitting up to four dwelling units on all residential sites
- Permitting multiple-unit residential development within 800m of the bus rapid transit stations
- Streamlining approvals for residential care homes
- Removing minimum parking requirements city wide
The public is invited to attend two information sessions about the Housing Accelerator Fund and proposed bylaw changes. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn how the Housing Accelerator Fund aims to support the development of more housing in Saskatoon. The sessions are designed as come and go events, allowing residents to attend at their convenience.
Session 1
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
1130 Idylwyld Drive North
In the cafeteria
Session 2
Thursday, June 6, 2024
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saskatoon Fieldhouse
2020 College Drive
In the lobby
The sessions will include information about:
All proposed amendments will be brought forward to a Public Hearing for Council’s consideration in June, with the exception of parking which will be brought forward in July.
Visit saskatoon.ca/HAF to learn more about the information sessions and the Housing Accelerator Fund.
Cart swaps in full swing; reminder to check your schedule.
May 21, 2024 - 10:30am
The City is pleased to report that its first round of cart swaps is ahead of schedule, with nearly 11,000 smaller black carts already changed out city-wide. With initial cart swaps now complete in 40 neighbourhoods and counting, we are asking households that have requested a smaller cart, but have not yet received it, to review the online calendar, as the schedule has changed considerably.
If you missed your initial cart swap, the City’s contracted vendor will be returning prior to June 15 to attempt a second swap. The vendor will be attempting additional swaps in the first two weeks of June and dates specific to neighbourhoods will not be listed online. Make sure to roll out your existing cart on each garbage collection day before 7 a.m. and leave it out until 6 p.m. until the cart swap window closes on June 15. Existing carts must be left at their collection location (front street or back lane, depending on your address) to be emptied. The smaller cart will not be delivered unless your existing cart is retrieved. If you miss the follow-up cart swap attempts, you will need to resubmit your request during the next intake period and will continue to be charged your existing cart rate.
Requests for the second round of cart swaps will begin on July 8, 2024 for those considering a smaller cart or who need to resubmit their request.
Visit saskatoon.ca/cartswap for all the details and to see when your neighbourhood is getting swapped. To learn more about the Black Cart program, visit saskatoon.ca/blackcart or call Customer Care at 306-975-2476.
City steps up efforts to repair potholes this spring
May 17, 2024 - 3:15pm
With the late spring freeze and thaw we've had, and the increase in potholes, City crews are now attacking the bumpy roads with round-the-clock repairs. There have already been more potholes reported this year than in the entire season in recent years.
While City crews have been out repairing potholes since the snow melted, rain has occasionally delayed these efforts. However, crews have been on the streets day and night, seven days a week. Crews are working to repair potholes throughout the city and are committed to this aggressive approach to fixing potholes and maintaining safe roadways for all residents.
Residents are encouraged to continue reporting potholes to the Customer Care Centre at 306-975-2476 and on the Report a Pothole Map, where you can view reported and completed potholes.
Potholes that may cause injury or vehicle damage are considered an emergency. They are marked as High Priority on the Report a Pothole Map and will be addressed within 24 to 72 hours, weather permitting. Lower priority potholes will be repaired next to maintain the road network's longevity while prioritizing resident safety.
Remember to reduce speed and watch for crews for everyone's safety. For more information about potholes and utility cut repairs, visit saskatoon.ca/potholes.
Daily Road Report - May 21, 2024
May 17, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT BRIARWOOD RD
(Paving)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Paving)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 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.
8TH ST E WB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE S TO MCKINNON AVE S
(Storm main repair)
Start: May 21, 9:00 a.m. End: May 21, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
33RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 7TH AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 4:30 p.m.
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 16TH ST W TO 12TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 7:00 a.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Road restrictions for Sikh Parade on Sunday
May 17, 2024 - 6:00am
- Lowe Road between Atton Crescent and Nelson Road will be closed from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Lowe Road between Nelson Road and Attridge Drive will be closed from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- McOrmond Drive SB lanes between Nelson and Cowley roads will be closed from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Nelson Road EB lanes between the Centennial Collegiate entrance and Lowe Road will be closed from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Attridge Drive will be closed between Berini and McOrmond drives on Sunday, May 19, starting at 10:30 a.m. for the Sikh Parade. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event zone. This event is expected to take three hours to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Additional event restrictions:
For service alerts about bus stop closures, real-time bus locations, and next bus arrivals use the mobile app Transit or Google Transit on desktop. Customer Service is also available at 306-975-3100 to help answer any questions.
Drivers are reminded to watch out for pedestrians. The City thanks everyone for their patience.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
City releases 2023 Report on Service, Savings, Sustainability (SSS)
May 16, 2024 - 3:30pm
- capture savings
- enhance services for residents, and
- make improvements in the area of sustainability
The City has released its 2023 Report on Service, Savings, Sustainability (SSS). The SSS Report has been released annually since 2005 when City Council directed Administration to prepare a report annually on efficiencies implemented in the previous year. The report highlights the ways the City’s business lines teams worked together in the preceding year to:
“This type of report is not one that is done in many other municipalities,” says Celene Anger, the City’s Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer. “This year’s report includes more than 130 stories from business areas across the City which feature ways we have both improved and streamlined services without compromising quality.”
The report identifies $4.35 million in total savings. These savings were realized through cost avoidance, cost reductions, and time savings.
The 2023 SSS Report is available at saskatoon.ca/SSSreport. As well, you will also find a video on this webpage that provides a preview of the full report, highlighting four of the stories featured in 2023
Daily Road Report - May 17, 2024
May 16, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 17, 2:00 p.m.
ONGOING
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Streetlight work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 20, 5:00 p.m.
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 16TH ST W TO 12TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 7:00 a.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 7TH AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Adjusted civic services & hours of operation, Victoria Day, Monday, May 20
May 15, 2024 - 4:00pm
The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation over the Victoria Day Long Weekend.
For all the details on the City’s holiday hours, check here.
Daily Road Report - May 16, 2024
May 15, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
TAYLOR ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM HERITAGE LANE TO BRUDELL RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 16, 7:00 a.m. End: May 16, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: May 16, 9:00 a.m. End: May 16, 2:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB & SB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT COLLEGE DR
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: May 16, 10:30 a.m. End: May 16, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 27TH ST W
(Catch basin repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: May 16, 11:00 a.m. End: May 16, 2:00 p.m.
ONGOING
1ST AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Electric feeder replacement)
Start: May 15, 9:00 a.m. End: May 16, 6:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Streetlight work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 20, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 16TH ST W TO 12TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
33RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 7TH AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Adjusted civic services & hours of operation, Victoria Day, Monday, May 20
May 15, 2024 - 2:35pm
- Fixed-route transit will run holiday service hours on May 20 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (normal fares apply).
- Please consult the mobile app transit to plan your trip.
- Visit saskatoontransit.ca
- OnDemand service will not be available on May 20.
- Access Transit will operate holiday service hours on May 20 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.
- Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed for walk-in customers on May 20, 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.
- Parking payment is not required on Monday, May 20
- Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.
- Vehicles will not be released to the public on Monday, May 20
- Open for regular business on Saturday, May 18 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
- Information on Vehicle Seizures
- 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.
- The cemetery office is closed on Monday, May 20.
- Cemetery grounds are open to the public 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual.
- Zoo – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- 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 5 p.m.
- Shaw Centre – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Terry Fox Track - Closed
- 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.)
The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation over the Victoria Day Long Weekend, as follows:
CITY HALL
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 20, and will reopen on Tuesday, May 21, 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, May 20.
SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY
All Saskatoon Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 20.
SASKATOON TRANSIT
PAY PARKING
MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT
WASTE COLLECTIONS
Garbage, Recycling, and Organics have collections as scheduled. Check your Collection Calendar here.
MATERIAL RECOVERY CENTRE & LANDFILL
COMPOST DEPOT
The Compost Depot is open on Monday, May 20 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
WOODLAWN CEMETERY
SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO
Regular Hours of Operation
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.
NUTRIEN PLAYLAND AT KINSMEN
Open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
GOLF COURSES
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.
Daily Road Report - May 15, 2024
May 14, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED AT 17TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 15, 7:00 a.m. End: May 15, 3:00 p.m.
HIGHWAY 16 EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: May 15, 9:00 a.m. End: May 15, 1:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED AT 14TH ST E
(CCTV)
Start: May 15, 9:00 a.m. End: May 15, 3:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO 12TH ST E
(CCTV)
Start: May 15, 9:00 a.m. End: May 15, 3:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Electric feeder replacement)
Start: May 15, 9:00 a.m. End: May 16, 6:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR NB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED AT HIGHWAY 16
(Minor bridge repair)
Start: May 15, 10:30 a.m. End: May 15, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Streetlight work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 20, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 16TH ST W TO 12TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
33RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 7TH AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Reminder: Permits Required for Park Access
May 14, 2024 - 1:00pm
- Complete the Request Access to a Park online form at saskatoon.ca/parkaccess;
- Complete the Request City Utility Line Locate online form at Locating Underground Utilities; or
- Call Parks Customer Service at 306-975-3300.
- Repairing any damage to City property at the homeowner's/contractor’s expense.
- Removing all litter/debris after the project is complete.
- Expenses incurred by the City to repair damage.
- Adhering to any restrictions set forth in the approval process, including limitations for vehicle access when the turf is wet.
- Accepting liability for any injury to the public, and for damages to public property.
- Contacting the Parks Division after the work is complete for an inspection and to close the permit.
Spring is a busy time of year for projects in the yard, garden, and around the home. Contractors and homeowners with a property adjacent to a park may wish to use the park as an access point for deliveries, equipment and/or vehicles related to their projects.
The City would like to remind contractors and homeowners about the importance of gaining approval prior to using the park space, park linkage, greenspace or bufferstrips as an access point for deliveries, equipment and/or vehicles to ensure the safety and enjoyment of these spaces for everyone.
To obtain a permit, contractors and homeowners are required to:
Permit applications should be submitted at least one week prior to the date required.
Once the permit has been issued, the permit holder is responsible for:
For more information, or to request a Park Access Permit for your project, call 306‑975‑3300 or visit saskatoon.ca/parkaccess.
Test of notifynow alert planned for Thursday, May 16
May 14, 2024 - 9:00am
- SMS text message
- Voice call to a landline
- Voice call to a cell phone
- Raise public awareness about the system so that residents of Saskatoon can be equipped and ready for potential emergencies
- Confirm the notifynow system performs effectively
- Practice sending alerts to the public and assess public safety alert procedures
Saskatoon Emergency Management Operations (EMO) will conduct a scheduled notifynow test on Thursday, May 16, 2024, after 11:30 a.m. The message will specifically indicate that it is a test and does not require any action from the public.
The City of Saskatoon’s public safety alert program, notifynow, is used to notify the public in real-time of a safety situation where they need to take action. Alerts are issued when there is an impending, escalating, or occurring emergency in the city and immediate action needs to be taken. The system uses listed phone numbers and associated addresses from the public White Pages to send out alerts. Residents can also sign up to notifynow to receive a message via their preferred communication method.
Upon registration, subscribers can opt to receive alerts by:
Subscribers can choose any, or all, of these communication methods.
Residents are strongly encouraged to create an account and provide accurate contact information to successfully receive messages. It is important for residents to review and update their notifynow profiles regularly to make sure phone numbers and addresses are current.
Testing of the notifynow system provides EMO the opportunity to:
If subscribers notice the notifynow alert is not performing as expected, residents are encouraged to contact EMO immediately with details at emo@saskatoon.ca.
EMO regularly conducts two annual test alerts: one occurring in the spring and the other closer to the end of the year.
For additional information about Saskatoon’s alert system, visit saskatoon.ca/notifynow.
Long Weekend Road Report - May 18-20, 2024
May 13, 2024 - 3:51pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
22ND ST W VARIOUS EB & WB LANES CLOSED FROM WITNEY AVE N TO CIRCLE DR W
(Rail overpass inspection)
Start: May 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 18, 11:00 a.m.
LOWE RD ROAD CLOSED FROM ATTON CRES TO NELSON RD
(Sikh Parade)
Start: May 19, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 3:30 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO BERINI DR
(Sikh Parade)
University Heights business area can be accessed from McOrmond Dr
Start: May 19, 10:30 a.m. End: May 19, 1:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO COWLEY RD
(Sikh Parade)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 19, 10:30 a.m. End: May 19, 1:30 p.m.
NELSON RD EB LANES CLOSED FROM CENTENNIAL COLLEGIATE ENTRANCE TO LOWE ROAD
(Sikh Parade)
Start: May 19, 10:30 a.m. End: May 19, 3:30 p.m.
ONGOING
WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 20, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 7TH AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 4:30 p.m.
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 16TH ST W TO 12TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 7:00 a.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 10, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Daily Road Report - May 14, 2024
May 13, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CONFEDERATION DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM GALT CRT TO 33RD ST W
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: May 14, 8:00 a.m. End: May 14, 4:00 p.m.
HIGHWAY 16 EB & WB CURB & ADDED LANES CLOSED AT HIGHWAY 11
(Minor deck maintenance)
Start: May 14, 9:00 a.m. End: May 14, 1:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO 11TH ST E
(CCTV)
Start: May 14, 9:00 a.m. End: May 14, 3:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB & SB DRIVING LANES CLOSED AT QUEEN ST
(CCTV)
Traffic will be maintained in parking lanes
Start: May 14, 9:00 a.m. End: May 14, 3:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM ADELAIDE ST E TO ISABELLA ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 14, 9:00 a.m. End: May 14, 3:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB LANES CLOSED AT HIGHWAY 16
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: May 14, 10:30 a.m. End: May 14, 3:00 p.m.
NIGHT WORK
2ND AVE N SB CLOSED FROM QUEEN ST TO 26TH ST E
(Paving)
Start: May 14, 7:00 p.m. End: May 14, 11:00 p.m.
ONGOING
4TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Unplanned water main work)
Start: May 13, 9:00 a.m. End: TBD
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO TASKAMANWA ST
(Construction)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 14, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Streetlight work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 20, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 16TH ST W TO 12TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
33RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 7TH AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 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 20, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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 closed today between 23rd and 24th streets for unplanned water main work
May 13, 2024 - 10:23am
4th Avenue North will be closed between 23rd and 24th streets starting today at 9:00 a.m. for unplanned water main repairs. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. The timeline to complete this work will be updated later today.
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.
Daily Road Report - May 13, 2024
May 10, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO TASKAMANWA ST
(Construction)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 14, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Streetlight work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 4:00 p.m.
AVE H S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 16TH ST W TO 12TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
33RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 7TH AVE N
(Watermain work)
Start: May 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 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 20, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT QUEEN ST
(CCTV)
Start: May 13, 9:00 a.m. End: May 13, 3:00 p.m.
20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE E S TO AVE D S
(Sewer lining)
Start: May 13, 9:00 a.m. End: May 13, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 13, 9:00 a.m. End: May 13, 3:00 p.m.
MCKERCHER DR NB MEDIAN LANE & SB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED AT COLLEGE DR
(Minor bridge repairs)
Start: May 13, 10:00 a.m. End: May 13, 2:30 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BRIARWOOD RD TO HERITAGE CRES
(Manhole repairs)
Start: May 13, 1:00 p.m. End: May 13, 4:00 p.m.
ONGOING
WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 15, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Weekend Road Report - May 11-12, 2024
May 10, 2024 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM PEMBINA AVE TO PINEHOUSE DR
(Bridge City Duathlon)
Start: May 11, 6:00 a.m. End: May 11, 2:00 p.m.
LORNE AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 4TH ST E TO 6TH ST E
(Sanitary sewer repair)
Start: May 11, 8:00 a.m. End: May 11, 4:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E SB LANES CLOSED FROM DUKE ST TO QUEEN ST
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: May 11, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE S TO CLARENCE AVE S
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: May 12, 6:00 a.m. End: May 12, 10:00 a.m.
SPADINA CRES E SB RAMP CLOSED FROM COLLEGE DR WB
(Pole repairs)
Start: May 12, 6:30 a.m. End: May 12, 8:00 a.m.
3RD AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE & NB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 12, 3:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM NORTHRIDGE DR TO IDYLWYLD DR N
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 12, 11:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB EXIT RAMP CLOSED TO IDYLWYLD DR N NB
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 12, 11:00 a.m.
25TH ST E EB MEDIAN LANE & WB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 12, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S SB LEFT TURN, MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 12, 3:00 p.m.
25TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 3RD AVE N
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 12, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE SB LEFT TURN LANE & NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO KONIHOWSKI RD
(Street pole replacements)
Start: May 12, 9:30 a.m. End: May 12, 11:00 a.m.
ONGOING
WARMAN RD SB EXIT CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Water main construction)
Start: April 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 15, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ALBERT AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 6, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO JASPER AVE
(Ditching & culvert work)
Start: April 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 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: June 28, 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 15, 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 15, 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: November 18, 2024, 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.
Gabriel Dumont Park pedestrian bridge repairs delayed
May 10, 2024 - 2:00pm
Repairs to the wooden pedestrian bridge that provides access to Gabriel Dumont Park from Saskatchewan Crescent West have been delayed due to longer than expected shipping times for necessary structural components. The components are expected to arrive the end of May and the repair work will be completed soon after. The bridge is estimated to open approximately June 7, barring any additional unforeseen delays.
On April 11, the Saskatoon Fire Department responded to a report of a fire in Gabriel Dumont Park and found the walkway structure in flames. Following the bridge assessment, the building engineer concluded that the fire had concentrated at the east end of the bridge. Fortunately, the fire did not significantly affect the bridge's structural capacity, and the assessment concluded the walkway bridge does not need to be replaced. Repairs to the bridge include replacement of approximately 7.5m of floorboards, railings -- including posts -- and the centre wood stringer.
Pedestrians are asked to avoid the area and follow signage directing them to use an alternate route until the walkway is reopened.
Circle Drive exit ramp to Idylwyld Drive northbound closed on Sunday
May 10, 2024 - 11:30am
The Circle Drive exit ramp to Idylwyld Drive northbound will be closed on Sunday, May 12, starting at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching. Detours will be 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 will 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.
College Drive WB ramp to Spadina Crescent SB closed on Sunday
May 10, 2024 - 11:00am
The College Drive westbound ramp to Spadina Crescent southbound will be closed on Sunday, May 12, starting at 6:30 a.m. for pole replacements. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two 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.
Zoo welcomes baby ring-tailed lemur
May 10, 2024 - 10:00am
The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo (Zoo) family grew by one this week, with the birth of a healthy ring-tailed lemur.
“Mom Lucy is doing great, and the baby is exhibiting all of the major milestones we hope to see,” says Jeff Mitchell, Zoo Manager. “We have not yet identified if it’s a boy or girl because we are allowing time for mom and baby to bond and will be selecting a name in the coming weeks.”
Infant ring-tailed lemurs will cling to their mother’s belly for the first few weeks before moving to a more jockey-style hold on mom’s back. Mom will introduce solid foods after about two weeks with full weaning at five to six months of age. Lucy will be keeping a close eye on her baby as it will begin to explore the habitat and become increasingly independent after a month. Lucy will be celebrating her first Mother’s Day this weekend as this is the first ring-tailed lemur born to mom Lucy and dad Ringo following their arrival at the Zoo last year.
Ring-tailed lemurs are native to southwestern Madagascar and are classified as endangered. Lemurs are considered the most endangered mammal group in the world and their populations are managed through Species Survival Plan Programs led by expert advisors who cooperatively work together to maximize genetic diversity and appropriately manage the demographic distribution and long-term sustainability of the species.
The ring-tailed lemur family is located in the Small Mammal House at the Zoo. The Zoo is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit saskatoon.ca/zoo to plan your next visit or learn more about the Zoo Season Pass.
Saskatoon Gears Up for Spring BYXE Week
May 10, 2024 - 9:30am
Spring BYXE Week will take place from May 11th to 19th. Many activities and events are planned throughout the week, including Bike to Work Day on Thursday, May 16. Local advocacy group, Saskatoon Cycles, is coordinating the events in partnership with the City, including the BYXE Week scavenger hunt and the Great Saskatoon Bike Passport Adventure.
Cycling is a convenient and low-cost form of everyday transportation that benefits Saskatoon by decreasing traffic congestion, noise and air pollution. Riding a bike is also great for physical and mental health; regular exercise leaves you feeling refreshed, energized and alert.
Where will the ride take you? BYXE Week is a great time to tune-up your bikes and explore Saskatoon and all its beauty as spring blooms. The 2024 Cycling Guide is now available, visit saskatoon.ca/byxe for bike routes and safety tips.
Bike to Work Day will be held on Thursday, May 16. Commuter Stations, sponsored by local organizations and businesses, will be serving refreshments and snacks for people on bikes during their morning and afternoon commutes. Visit saskatooncycles.org/spring-byxe for a list station locations and times.
This initiative underscores the joy of biking, promoting good health, saving money and contributing to environmental sustainability.
If you live too far away to ride your bike, consider taking Saskatoon Transit part of the way. All buses are equipped with front bike racks that are free and easy to use. Plan your trip using the Transit app and Google Transit.
For detailed information and event updates, residents can visit saskatooncycles.org/spring-byxe and join our Facebook Event for updates!