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Daily Road Report - September 16, 2022
September 15, 2022 - 7:07am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
20TH ST W WB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE N S TO AVE O S
(Crane lift)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: September 16, 12:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT EWART AVE
(Concrete replacement)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: September 19, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM ALBERT AVE TO CLARENCE AVE N
(Pole replacements)
Start: September 16, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 2:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE J N
(Sewer lining)
Start: September 16, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 1ST AVE N
(Electric shop work)
Start: September 16, 10:00 a.m. End: September 16, 1:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
CIRCLE DR S EB VARIOUS LANES CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO SPADINA CRES W
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 16, 7:00 p.m. End: September 17, 5:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE & THE HOME DEPOT ENTRANCE
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes
Start: September 16, 7:00 p.m. End: September 17, 6:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR S WB VARIOUS LANES CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO SPADINA CRES W
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 15, 7:00 p.m. End: September 16, 5:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes
Start: September 15, 7:00 p.m. End: September 16, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB MEDIAN LANE & NB SHOULDER CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk repairs)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE S TO 2ND AVE S
(Sidewalk replacements)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 6:00 p.m.
LENORE DR EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT CYPRESS CRT
(Bollard install)
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 18, 4:30 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 19, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New Road Construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST
(Bridge repairs)
Start: September 12, 5:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 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 - September 15, 2022
September 14, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR S VARIOUS SINGLE LANE CLOSURES FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Mowing)
Start: September 15, 9:00 a.m. End: September 15, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S VARIOUS SINGLE LANE CLOSURES FROM CIRCLE DR S TO HILLIARD ST E
(Mowing)
Start: September 15, 9:00 a.m. End: September 15, 3:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
CIRCLE DR E EB CLOSED FROM ALBERTA AVE TO QUEBEC AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 14, 7:00 p.m. End: September 15, 6:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR S CIRCLE DR WB VARIOUS LANES MOBILE CLOSURE FROM LORNE AVE TO SPADINA CRES W
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 15, 7:00 p.m. End: September 16, 5:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 15, 7:00 p.m. End: September 16, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
RUTH ST E EB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT EWART AVE
(Concrete replacement)
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 4:30 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM DOUGLAS CRES TO FISHER CRES
(Sidewalk work)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB MEDIAN LANE & NB SHOULDER CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk repairs)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE S TO 2ND AVE S
(Sidewalk replacements)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 6:00 p.m.
LENORE DR EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT CYPRESS CRT
(Bollard install)
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 18, 4:30 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 19, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST
(Bridge repairs)
Start: September 12, 5:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 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.
Civic services unchanged for National Day of Mourning Monday, September 19
September 14, 2022 - 8:27am
Canadians will pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II with a National Day of Mourning on Monday, September 19.
As the day has not been designated as a provincial statutory holiday in Saskatchewan, the City of Saskatoon will maintain regular business operations on September 19. City-operated facilities will be open regular business hours, and residents are reminded that payment will be required in City-managed pay parking areas on the National Day of Mourning.
For members of the public who wish to express their condolences, a condolence book is available for signing in the lobby of City Hall during regular business hours until end of day on September 19.
To honour the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the City of Saskatoon’s flags are currently at half-mast until the day of Her Majesty’s Funeral Service on September 19. Following this, they will remain lowered in remembrance of the victims of the attacks that occurred at the communities of James Smith Cree Nation & Weldon.
Daily Road Report - September 14, 2022
September 13, 2022 - 8:58am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM HIGHWAY 16 TO MEADOWS BLVD
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 14, 12:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Road work)
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 14, 4:30 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT EWART AVE
(Concrete replacement)
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 4:30 p.m.
LENORE DR EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT CYPRESS CRT
(Bollard install)
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 18, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM PRESTON AVE S TO CLARENCE AVE S
(Litter pickup & grass cutting)
Start: September 14, 9:00 a.m. End: September 14, 3:00 p.m.
24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(Roadway patching)
Start: September 14, 9:00 a.m. End: September 14, 3:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: September 14, 9:00 a.m. End: September 14, 3:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: September 14, 9:00 a.m. End: September 14, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT MILLAR AVE
(Manhole repair)
Start: September 14, 9:30 a.m. End: September 14, 12:30 p.m.
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM HIGHWAY 16 TO MEADOWS BLVD
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 14, 1:00 p.m. End: September 14, 5:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM ALBERTA AVE TO QUEBEC AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 14, 7:00 p.m. End: September 15, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
AVE C N ROAD CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO 47TH ST W
(Paving)
Start: September 13, 7:00 p.m. End: September 14, 6:00 a.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM DOUGLAS CRES TO FISHER CRES
(Sidewalk work)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB MEDIAN LANE & NB SHOULDER CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk repairs)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE S TO 2ND AVE S
(Sidewalk replacements)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 6:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 19, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST
(Bridge repairs)
Start: September 12, 5:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 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.
Public survey on Downtown event centre/arena location options now open until October 3, 2022
September 13, 2022 - 5:56am
The online survey to provide feedback on the two potential locations for a Downtown event centre/arena is now open to the public until end of day Monday, October 3. Intercept surveys to hear from residents across Saskatoon will also be taking place during this time.
The City is looking for the public’s views on the opportunities and challenges of the two potential sites under consideration -- Midtown Shopping Centre North Parking Lot (Site A) and the North Downtown/City Yards (Site B).
The online survey can be found at saskatoon.ca/engage and takes less than 8 minutes to complete. Full background information on the project, including artistic illustrations, technical information, and historical context, can be found at saskatoon.ca/eventdistrict.
A representative sample survey, including a telephone and online panel survey, was completed on September 5. The information gathered from all surveys will be compiled and presented to City Council in November to be considered as part of the final decision on the location for the future event centre/arena site.
1st Avenue closed between 26th and Queen streets on Wednesday
September 13, 2022 - 7:00am
1st Avenue will be closed between 26th and Queen streets on Wednesday, September 14, at 7:00 a.m. for roadway work. 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 - September 13, 2022
September 12, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
EVERGREEN BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM GLACIAL SHORES WAY TO FEDORUK DR
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 13, 7:00 a.m. End: September 13, 12:00 p.m.
FEDORUK DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM EVERGREEN BLVD TO MCORMOND DR
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 13, 7:00 a.m. End: September 13, 12:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S NB LANE CLOSED AT JARVIS DR
(Water & waste operations work)
NB traffic will be accommodated in the parking lane.
Start: September 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 13, 12:00 p.m.
22ND ST W WB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO DIEFENBAKER DR
(Traffic detector installation)
Start: September 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 13, 12:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 51ST ST E
(Streetlight cable repairs)
Speed will be reduced in the NB lanes
Start: September 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 13, 3:00 p.m.
FEDORUK DR WB LANES CLOSED FROM EVERGREEN BLVD TO ZARY RD
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 13, 1:00 p.m. End: September 13, 5:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
AVE C N ROAD CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO 47TH ST W
(Paving)
Start: September 13, 7:00 p.m. End: September 14, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
AVE C N ROAD CLOSED FROM 45TH ST E TO 47TH ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 12, 7:00 p.m. End: September 13, 6:00 a.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM DOUGLAS CRES TO FISHER CRES
(Sidewalk work)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB MEDIAN LANE & NB SHOULDER CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk repairs)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 19, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 p.m.
20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE S TO 2ND AVE S
(Sidewalk replacements)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST
(Bridge repairs)
Start: September 12, 5:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB & SB CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 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 Hours of Operation at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo
September 12, 2022 - 2:00pm
This summer has been a memorable one at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo, from celebrating a big 50-year milestone, to new exhibits and the return of guided train tours, visitors have been able to experience all kinds of new adventures so far this year. As we approach the fall season, the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo has adjusted its hours of operation. The Forestry Farm Park gates will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and the Zoo will be open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Parking is now free until May 1, 2023.
The Prairie Butterfly House and Kinsmen Express II Train are also closed for the season. We look forward to bringing these exciting attractions back for their first full season next year.
The Zoo is also preparing to start an extensive renovation project at the Children’s Zoo and Buckeye Café this fall. Zoogoers will have their last opportunity to see the Goeldi’s Monkeys on Sunday, September 18 and the Buckeye Café will be closing for the season on Sunday, September 30. Once renovations are complete, the Children’s Zoo will reopen as the Small Mammal House and will be home to some new animals joining the Zoo family in 2023.
A reminder to purchase 2023 Zoo Season Passes before October 1 to save the PST and receive 2022 rates. Zoo Season Passes are available for purchase at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo or any Leisure Centre.
Visit saskatoon.ca/zoo to learn more and to plan your next visit.
Feheregyhazi Boulevard closed between Fedoruk Drive and Fast Crescent on Tuesday
September 2, 2022 - 8:25am
- Fedoruk Drive westbound lanes closed between Feheregyhazi Boulevard and Zary Road
- Baltzan Boulevard westbound lanes closed between Orban Way and Feheregyhazi Boulevard
Feheregyhazi Boulevard will be closed between Fedoruk Drive and Fast Crescent on Tuesday, September 13, at 1:00 p.m. for roadway crack sealing work. 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.
Additional project restrictions:
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.
Avenue C closed between 45th and 47th streets on Tuesday evening
September 12, 2022 - 9:00am
Avenue C will be closed between 45th and 47th streets on Tuesday, September 13, at 7:00 p.m. for roadway paving work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take 11 hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
Evergreen Boulevard closed between Glacial Shores Way and Fedoruk Drive on Tuesday
September 12, 2022 - 7:00am
- Fedoruk Drive eastbound right turn and curb lanes; and westbound left turn lane to Evergreen Boulevard southbound will be closed
- Feheregyhazi Boulevard southbound left turn and median lanes to Fedoruk Road will be closed
- Fedoruk Road eastbound lanes between McOrmond Drive and Horner Crescent will be closed
- McOrmond Drive northbound right turn lane; and southbound left turn lane to Baltzan Boulevard eastbound will be closed
Evergreen Boulevard will be closed between Glacial Shores Way and Fedoruk Drive on Tuesday, September 13, at 7:00 a.m. for roadway crack sealing work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take five hours to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Additional project restrictions:
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 - September 12, 2022
September 9, 2022 - 9:07am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR E NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST
(Bridge repairs)
Start: September 12, 5:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk repairs)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 19, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE S TO 2ND AVE S
(Sidewalk replacements)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM VENTURE CRES TO 1ST AVE N
(Traffic detector replacement)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 12, 12:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB LEFT TURN BAY CLOSED AT 1ST AVE N
(Traffic detector installation)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 12, 3:00 p.m.
LORNE AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM ADELAIDE ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 12, 3:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB MEDIAN LANE & NB SHOULDER CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
AVE C N ROAD CLOSED FROM 45TH ST E TO 47TH ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 12, 7:00 p.m. End: September 13, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
3RD AVE S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Concrete repairs)
Start: September 11, 6:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM DOUGLAS CRES TO FISHER CRES
(Sidewalk work)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB & SB CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 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 - September 10-11, 2022
September 9, 2022 - 8:39am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 12TH ST E
(Broadway Street Fair)
Start: September 10, 7:00 a.m. End: September 10, 7:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR NB RAMP TO COLLEGE DR EB CLOSED
(Streetlight replacement)
Start: September 11, 6:00 a.m. End: September 11, 8:00 a.m.
3RD AVE S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Concrete repairs)
Start: September 11, 6:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR NB EXIT RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 11, 2:00 p.m.
FAITHFULL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 43RD ST E TO 44TH ST E
(Valve replacement)
Start: September 11, 8:00 a.m. End: September 11, 4:30 p.m.
ONGOING
LORNE AVE ROAD CLOSED AT HILLIARD ST
(Catch basin repairs)
Start: September 9, 8:00 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM PRINCESS ST TO QUEEN ST
(Concrete work)
Start: September 2, 7:30 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO REID RD
(Valve repair)
Start: September 9, 9:00 a.m. End: September 10, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST W
(Deck repairs)
Start: September 6, 5:00 a.m. End: September 10, 6:30 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM DOUGLAS CRES TO FISHER CRES
(Sidewalk work)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Avenue C closed between 45th Street and Hangar Road on Monday evening
September 9, 2022 - 1:00pm
Avenue C will be closed between 45th Street and Hangar Road on Monday, September 12, at 7:00 p.m. for roadway resurfacing work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take 11 hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
College Drive exit ramp to Circle Drive northbound closed on Sunday
September 9, 2022 - 11:00am
The College Drive exit ramp to Circle Drive northbound will be closed on Sunday, September 11, at 7:00 a.m. for streetlight and cable replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take seven hours to complete, barring unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to College Drive eastbound closed on Sunday
September 9, 2022 - 10:00am
The Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to College Drive eastbound will be closed on Sunday, September 11, at 6:00 a.m. for streetlight replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take two hours to complete, barring unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
Lorne Avenue closed between Adelaide and Taylor streets on Monday
September 9, 2022 - 9:00am
- The intersection at Lorne Avenue and Elm Street will be closed
- The intersection at Lorne Avenue and Hilliard Street will be closed
- The intersection at Lorne Avenue and Willow Street will be closed
- The intersection at Lorne Avenue and Isabella Street will be closed
- The intersection at Lorne Avenue and Maple Street will be closed
Lorne Avenue will be closed between Adelaide and Taylor streets on Monday, September 12, at 9:00 a.m. for roadway crack sealing work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take six hours to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Additional project restrictions:
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.
Broadway Avenue closed between 8th and 12th streets on Saturday
September 9, 2022 - 8:00am
- 9th Street will be closed between Dufferin and Eastlake avenues
- Main Street will be closed between Dufferin and Eastlake avenues
- 10th Street will be closed between Dufferin and Eastlake avenues
- 11th Street will be closed between Dufferin and Eastlake avenues
Broadway Avenue will be closed between 8th and 12th streets on Saturday, September 10, at 7:00 a.m. for the Broadway Street Fair. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the special event site. This event is expected to take one day to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Additional event closures:
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.
Rescheduled: Faithfull Avenue closed between 43rd and 44th streets on Sunday
September 9, 2022 - 7:00am
Faithfull Avenue will be closed between 43rd and 44th streets on Sunday, September 11, at 8:00 a.m. for valve replacement work. 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.
Rescheduled: Faithfull Avenue closed between 45th and 47th streets starting Saturday
September 9, 2022 - 6:00am
Faithfull Avenue will be closed between 45th and 47th streets starting Saturday, September 10, at 8:00 a.m. for valve replacement work. The intersection at Faithfull Avenue and 46th Street will be closed during this project. 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.
City of Saskatoon Boards, Commissions & Committees: we’re recruiting new members!
September 8, 2022 - 10:07am
- Arts & Heritage
- Events & Gatherings
- Community & Inclusion
- Property & Business
There’s a seat at the table for you this fall!
We’re recruiting citizen volunteers for several vacant positions on our Boards, Commissions and Committees (BCCs). Make a difference in your community and help shape programs and services that matter to you.
The City’s BCCs strengthen our community and are stronger through diverse membership. Working together, we make Saskatoon a better city. We rely on citizen volunteers to bring their diverse backgrounds and expertise and welcome, support and value individuals for their unique perspectives.
As a commitment to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan, the City supports diverse membership on the various boards, committees and commissions as they should reflect the community we serve.
There are a wide variety of open positions. Are you, or do you know of someone who is passionate about or has expertise in one of these areas?
As a BCCs member you’ll provide advice, guidance and recommendations to City Council or you could hear and make decisions on appeals pertaining to City matters. Join us to contribute, gain valuable experience and expand your network of contacts!
Check saskatoon.ca/boards for the full list of vacant positions and descriptions of the ways you can contribute. Apply before 5:00 p.m. Monday, October 3, 2022.
Daily Road Report - September 9, 2022
September 8, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
LORNE AVE ROAD CLOSED AT HILLIARD ST
(Catch basin repairs)
Start: September 9, 8:00 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO REID RD
(Valve repairs)
Start: September 9, 9:00 a.m. End: September 10, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
BALTZAN BLVD EB CURB LANE & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO BOYKOWICH CRES
(Concrete work)
Start: September 6, 8:00 a.m. End: September 9, 4:30 p.m.
22ND ST W EB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANE CLOSED; WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE D N TO AVE E N
(Service connections)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Construction)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Colliers Cup – Charity Event)
Start: September 8, 5:00 p.m. End: September 9, 7:30 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM PRINCESS ST TO QUEEN ST
(Concrete work)
Start: September 2, 7:30 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST W
(Deck repairs)
Start: September 6, 5:00 a.m. End: September 10, 6:30 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM DOUGLAS CRES TO FISHER CRES
(Sidewalk work)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 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
Public and Parent & Tot Skating available at Lions Arena
September 8, 2022 - 9:00am
- Adult (19 and over) - $5.75
- Youth (6 to 18) - $3.75
- Preschool (5 and under) - Free
- Family - $11.50
- Parent & Tot – Free
Public Skating is now available at Lions Arena (2205 McEown Avenue) on Sundays from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Parent & Tot skating runs at Lions Arena on Tuesdays and Fridays from 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
ACT, Cosmo and Archibald Arenas will open for Public and Parent & Tot Skating starting the week of October 2. Visit saskatoon.ca/leisureonline for drop-in schedules.
2021-2022 admission rates are in effect until September 30, 2022 and are as follows:
LeisureCards, which provide unlimited access to the six Leisure Centres, Terry Fox Track and four outdoor pools are also accepted as a payment option at the indoor rinks. Cash and Leisure gift cards are also accepted at the rinks.
Children, 6 years of age and younger, must be accompanied by a responsible person 16 years of age or older. A maximum of two preschoolers per adult is allowed.
Visit saskatoon.ca/indoorrinks for more information, including ice rental opportunities.
Lorne Avenue closed between Elm and Willow streets starting Friday
September 8, 2022 - 7:00am
Lorne Avenue will be closed between Elm and Willow streets starting Friday, September 9, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin replacement work. Hilliard Street will be closed between Coy and McPherson avenues during this project. 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.
Ready, Set, Swap! Citywide Fall Curbside Swap happening Saturday, September 10
September 8, 2022 - 6:00am
The Curbside Swap is bigger and better in 2022 offering two opportunities for Saskatoon’s residents to participate in a citywide treasure hunt and help reduce the number of reusable items that end up in the landfill.
The spring event was held on June 4, 2022 and featured 350 listings, with residents swapping everything from desks and chairs to teddy bears! A second fall event will take place this Saturday, September 10 (8:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.).
Join the effort in helping to reduce the number of unwanted reusable items that end up in the landfill.
To participate in the Curbside Swap, place your gently used items on your property and mark them as “free” for anyone to take. Residents may also go out in search of items that other residents are giving away.
Visit saskatoon.ca/curbsideswap to sign up and promote your swap using the online listing tool as well as event tools, information on guidelines, and a list of acceptable and non-acceptable items. Common "swappable" items include furniture, electronics, sporting equipment, books, tools, and much more!
For items that are not collected by 6pm, residents are encouraged to visit saskatoon.ca/wastewizard for other disposal methods or get the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app to find ways to divert their items from the landfill.
Daily Road Report - September 8, 2022
September 7, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
NELSON RD ROAD CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Crane setup)
Start: September 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 3:00 p.m.
7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 33RD ST E TO EMPRESS ST
(Roadway patching)
Start: September 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 3:00 p.m.
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE H S TO AVE G S
(Paving)
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 8, 12:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Colliers Cup Charity Event)
Start: September 8, 5:00 p.m. End: September 9, 7:30 p.m.
ONGOING
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Sidewalk repair)
Two way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(SL&P work)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO ONTARIO AVE
(Channel draining)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 7:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD EB CURB LANE & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO BOYKOWICH CRES
(Concrete work)
Start: September 6, 8:00 a.m. End: September 9, 4:30 p.m.
22ND ST W EB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANE CLOSED & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE D N TO AVE E N
(Service connections)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Construction)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM PRINCESS ST TO QUEEN ST
(Concrete work)
Start: September 2, 7:30 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST W
(Deck repairs)
Start: September 6, 5:00 a.m. End: September 10, 6:30 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM DOUGLAS CRES TO FISHER CRES
(Sidewalk work)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 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
Nelson Road closed between Heal and Heath avenues on Thursday
September 7, 2022 - 10:00am
Nelson Road will be closed between Heal and Heath avenues on Thursday, September 8, at 7:00 a.m. for material offloading work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take eight hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
20th Street closed between Avenue G and Avenue H on Thursday
September 7, 2022 - 9:00am
20th Street will be closed between Avenue G and Avenue H on Thursday, September 8, at 9:00 a.m. for roadway paving work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take three 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.
7th Avenue closed between 33rd and Empress streets on Thursday
September 7, 2022 - 8:00am
7th Avenue will be closed between 33rd and Empress streets on Thursday, September 8, at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take eight hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
Spadina Crescent closed between 22nd and 23rd streets starting Thursday
September 7, 2022 - 7:00am
Spadina Crescent will be closed between 22nd and 23rd streets starting Thursday, September 8, at 5:00 p.m. for the Colliers Cup Street Hockey Tournament event. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event zone. This event 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.
Daily Road Report - September 7, 2022
September 6, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
DIEFENBAKER DR ROAD CLOSED FROM KENSINGTON BLVD TO STEEVES AVE
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 3:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM SOMMERFELD AVE TO GROSVENOR AVE
(Connections)
Start: September 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 7:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB MEDIAN & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM VENTURE CRES TO 1ST AVE N
(Roadwork)
Start: September 7, 9:30 a.m. End: September 7, 12:30 p.m.
ONGOING
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(SL&P work)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Sidewalk repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO ONTARIO AVE
(Channel draining)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 7:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD EB CURB LANE & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO BOYKOWICH CRES
(Concrete work)
Start: September 6, 8:00 a.m. End: September 9, 4:30 p.m.
22ND ST W EB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANES; WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE D N TO AVE E N
(Service connections)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE &. WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Construction)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM PRINCESS ST TO QUEEN ST
(Concrete work)
Start: September 2, 7:30 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
AVE H S ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 20TH ST W
(Construction)
Start: July 4, 9:00 a.m. End: September 10, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST W
(Deck repairs)
Start: September 6, 5:00 a.m. End: September 10, 6:30 p.m.
4TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Water main construction)
Start: July 22, 7:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 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 Grants Open House and Grant Writing Workshops
September 6, 2022 - 10:30am
Open House
Attend a short presentation on available grants through the City followed by an open house. This a great opportunity for Saskatoon residents to meet staff from the City of Saskatoon and SaskCulture and ask questions about their grant programs.
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cosmo Civic Centre Theatre
3130 Laurier Dr, Saskatoon, SK
Please register in advance and indicate which session(s) you will attend: grants@saskatoon.ca
Grant Writing Workshops
Hands-on grant writing workshop led by staff from the City of Saskatoon and SaskCulture. Participants will learn how to create solid project plans, develop a project statement, and build a project budget. Open to all Saskatchewan residents.
In-person
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cosmo Civic Centre Theatre
3130 Laurier Dr, Saskatoon, SK
Virtual
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Zoom (link to be provided upon registration)
Please register in advance and indicate which session(s) you will attend: grants@saskatoon.ca
For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/grants.
Diefenbaker Drive closed between Kensington Boulevard and Diefenbaker Terrace on Wednesday
September 6, 2022 - 7:00am
Diefenbaker Drive will be closed between Kensington Boulevard and Diefenbaker Terrace on Wednesday, September 7, at 7:00 a.m. for crack sealing work. The intersection at Diefenbaker Drive and Childers Court will remain open during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take 10 hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Taylor Street closed between Cumberland and Arlington avenues on Tuesday morning
September 5, 2022 - 8:00am
- Taylor Street eastbound lanes closed between Arlington Avenue and Weyakwin Drive
- Cumberland Avenue closed between Taylor and 3rd streets
- 3rd Street closed between Cumberland and Ewart avenues
- Ewart Avenue closed between 3rd and 7th streets
Taylor Street will be closed between Cumberland and Arlington avenues on Tuesday, September 6, at 4:00 a.m. for house moving work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work zone. This project is expected to take two hours to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Additional project restrictions:
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.
Spadina Crescent closed between Prince of Wales Avenue and Windsor Street starting Tuesday
September 5, 2022 - 7:00am
Spadina Crescent will be closed between Prince of Wales Avenue and Windsor Street starting Tuesday, September 6, at 7:00 a.m. while crews install a new fill main (pipe) for the Spadina Lift Station project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the construction zone. This work is expected to take a month to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
The Meewasin Trail will also be closed while this work is underway, however, a temporary trail will be in place to accommodate pedestrians and cyclists.
Construction of the new lift station on Spadina Crescent will continue until 2023. For more information about the project, please visit saskatoon.ca/liftstation.
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 - September 6, 2022
September 2, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 108TH ST W
(Deck repairs)
Start: September 6, 5:00 a.m. End: September 10, 6:30 p.m.
NELSON RD ROAD CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Crane setup)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 6, 3:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(SL&P work)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD EB CURB LANE & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO BOYKOWICH CRES
(Concrete work)
Start: September 6, 8:00 a.m. End: September 9, 4:30 p.m.
22ND ST W EB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANES CLOSED; WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE D N TO AVE E N
(Service connections)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Crossover construction)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Sidewalk repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO ONTARIO AVE
(Channel draining)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 7:00 p.m.
33RD ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Construction)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM PRINCESS ST TO QUEEN ST
(Concrete work)
Start: September 2, 7:30 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
4TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Water main construction)
Start: July 22, 7:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 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.
Bunkhouse Studio Open House Saturday, September 10
September 2, 2022 - 5:41am
The public is invited to visit the artist studios and gallery in the historic Bunkhouse at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo. Six artists currently in residence in the Artists in Place: The Bunkhouse Project are hosting a studio open house and come and go exhibition of their work on Saturday, September 10 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Visual artists Aarin Rinas, Emilie Neudorf, Jeanette Munro, Jordan Baraniecki, and Kei Tanaka, and theatre artist Yulissa Campos will be welcoming the public into their studios. Their residencies began in June of 2022 and run until March 31, 2023. Learn more about the artists at saskatoon.ca/bunkhouse.
This is the first opportunity for the public to visit the Bunkhouse since renovations were completed in 2019. Residents are encouraged to visit the space and talk with the artists about what they are working on during their residencies.
Artists in Place: The Bunkhouse Project is an artist-in-residence program sponsored by the City of Saskatoon. For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/bunkhouse.
Long Weekend Road Report, September 3-5, 2022
September 2, 2022 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR W SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CLANCY DR TO FLETCHER RD
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 3, 6:00 a.m. End: September 3, 12:00 p.m.
FAITHFULL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 47TH ST E TO 45TH A ST E
(Curb repairs)
Start: September 3, 8:00 a.m. End: September 4, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM FLETCHER RD TO SPADINA CRES W
(Micro surfacing)
Start: September 3, 1:30 p.m. End: September 3, 8:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CLANCY DR TO FLETCHER RD
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 4, 6:00 a.m. End: September 4, 2:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB & NEXT LANES CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Water connection repairs)
Start: September 4, 8:00 a.m. End: September 5, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S SB CURB & NEXT LANES CLOSED FROM FLETCHER RD TO SPADINA CRES W
(Microsurfacing)
Start: September 5, 6:00 a.m. End: September 5, 2:00 p.m.
25TH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO ONTARIO AVE
(Channel draining)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 7:00 p.m.
ONGOING
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Broadway Bridge closed at 6:00 pm nightly
Start: September 2, 6:00 p.m. End: September 3, 1:00 a.m.
4TH AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO BROADWAY AVE
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Detour set nightly
Start: September 2, 6:00 p.m. End: September 3, 1:00 a.m.
LORNE AVE ROAD CLOSED AT HILLIARD ST
(Catch basin repair)
Start: September 2, 8:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.
VICTORIA AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 11TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 4, 1:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 11TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 4, 1:00 p.m.
TRAFFIC BRIDGE CLOSED
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 4, 1:00 a.m.
1ST AVE N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Concrete work)
Start: August 29, 7:30 a.m. End: September 4, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E FULL CLOSURE FROM 2ND AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Access to Boat Launch will be closed during this time
Start: September 1, 5:00 p.m. End: September 5, 12:30 p.m.
AVE H N ROAD CLOSED AT 31ST ST W
(Water main work)
Start: August 30, 8:00 a.m. End: September 5, 4:30 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Sidewalk repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Construction)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM PRINCESS ST TO QUEEN ST
(Concrete work)
Start: September 2, 7:30 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
4TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Water main construction)
Start: July 22, 7:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 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.
Circle Drive southbound exit ramp to Valley Road closed on Monday
September 2, 2022 - 9:00am
- Valley Road exit ramp to Circle Drive southbound will be closed
- Circle Drive southbound curb and center lanes will be closed between Fletcher Road and Spadina Crescent
The Circle Drive southbound exit ramp to Valley Road will be closed on Monday, September 5 at 6:00 a.m. for microsurfacing work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take eight hours to complete, barring unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Additional project restrictions:
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 - September 2, 2022
September 1, 2022 - 2:43am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM VENTURE CRES TO 1ST AVE N
(Concrete repair)
Start: September 2, 7:00 a.m. End: September 2, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM VICTORIA AVE TO BROADWAY AVE
(Roadway paving)
Start: September 2, 7:00 a.m. End: September 2, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM PRINCESS ST TO QUEEN ST
(Concrete work)
Start: September 2, 7:30 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
LORNE AVE ROAD CLOSED AT HILLIARD ST
(Catch basin repair)
Start: September 2, 8:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO PRESTON AVE N
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 2, 3:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 20TH ST
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 4, 1:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S ROAD CLOSURE FROM 19TH ST E TO 11TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 4, 1:00 p.m.
TRAFFIC BRIDGE CLOSED
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 4, 1:00 a.m.
VICTORIA AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 11TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 4, 12:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Closure will be set nightly
Start: September 2, 6:00 p.m. End: September 3, 1:00 a.m.
BROADWAY AVE FULL CLOSURE FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Closure will be set nightly
Start: September 2, 6:00 p.m. End: September 3, 1:00 a.m.
4TH AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO BROADWAY AVE
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Closure will be set nightly
Start: September 2, 6:00 p.m. End: September 3, 1:00 a.m.
ONGOING
33RD ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Construction)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 2, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Concrete work)
Start: August 29, 7:30 a.m. End: September 4, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Access to Boat Launch will be closed during this time
Start: September 1, 5:00 p.m. End: September 5, 12:30 p.m.
AVE H N ROAD CLOSED AT 31ST ST W
(Water main work)
Start: August 30, 8:00 a.m. End: September 5, 4:30 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO LANSDOWNE AVE
(Sidewalk repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:30 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.
Circle Drive southbound exit ramp to 11th Street closed on Sunday
September 2, 2022 - 8:00am
- 11th Street exit ramp to Circle Dr southbound will be closed
- Circle Drive southbound curb lane will be closed between Clancy Drive and Fletcher Road
The Circle Drive southbound exit ramp to 11th Street will be closed on Sunday, September 4 at 6:00 a.m. for microsurfacing work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take eight hours to complete, barring unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Additional project restrictions:
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.
Rescheduled: Faithfull Avenue closed between 45th and 47th streets starting Saturday
September 2, 2022 - 7:00am
Faithfull Avenue will be closed between 45th and 47th streets starting Saturday, September 3, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin replacement work. The intersection at Faithfull Avenue and 46th Street will be closed during this project. 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.
Adjusted holiday hours & civic services for Labour Day, Monday, September 5
September 1, 2022 - 4:00pm
The City of Saskatoon will have a number of adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Labour Day. Wondering what’s open or closed? See full details on the City’s website.
Adjusted holiday hours & civic services for Labour Day, Monday, September 5
September 1, 2022 - 8:40am
- Garbage (Black Cart) – Collections as scheduled (No impact on long weekend holiday)
- Recycling (Blue Cart) – Collections as scheduled (No impact on long weekend holiday)
- Organics (Subscription Green Cart) – Collections as scheduled (No impact on long weekend holiday)
- For collection schedules and reminders, get the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app or visit saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar
- The Landfill is open over the Labour Day long weekend from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/landfill
- The compost depots are open for the season and over the Labour Day long weekend from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/compostdepots
- Fixed route and Access Transit will operate holiday hours on Monday, September 5.
- Saskatoon Transit OnDemand will not be available.
- Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed but phone lines (306.975.3100) will be open from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Parking payment will not be required in City-managed pay parking areas on Labour Day, September 5.
- Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.
- Vehicles will not be released to the public on Labour Day, September 5.
- Open for regular business on Tuesday, September 6
- Zoo - 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Buckeye Café - 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Cosmo Civic Centre - CLOSED
- Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre -12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Lakewood Civic Centre - 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Lawson Civic Centre - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Saskatoon Field House - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Shaw Centre - 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Terry Fox Track – CLOSED
The City of Saskatoon will have a number of adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Labour Day, as follows:
CITY HALL
All Administrative Offices are closed on Monday, September 5. City Hall will reopen Tuesday, September 6, at 8:00 a.m.
ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES
See here for detailed long weekend road restrictions for priority one roadways.
REMAI MODERN
Remai Modern is closed on Monday, September 5.
SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY
All locations will be closed on Monday, September 5.
WASTE COLLECTIONS
LANDFILL
COMPOST DEPOTS
SASKATOON TRANSIT
PAY PARKING
MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT
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.
OUTDOOR POOLS
Closed for the season.
GOLF COURSES (Holiday Park, Wildwood and Silverwood)
Open regular hours of operation. Dawn to dusk.
NUTRIEN PLAYLAND AT KINSMEN PARK
OPEN - 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (last day of operation).
NOTIFYNOW
Residents are encouraged to sign-up to notifynow for 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.
Pruning ban for elm trees ends today
September 1, 2022 - 9:00am
The province-wide pruning ban for elm trees ends today, Thursday, September 1. The pruning ban is in place each year from April 1 to August 31 to ensure that elm bark beetles, which transmit Dutch elm disease (DED), are not attracted to freshly pruned trees when the beetles are most active.
Provincial regulations also prohibit the storing, transport and use of elm wood for any purpose. This includes wood chips, firewood, wood slabs and branches. The only permitted movement of elm wood is to the City’s designated disposal site at the City Landfill.
Elm trees make up about 25% of Saskatoon's urban forest. Last year, the City confirmed its third case of DED since 2015 in an elm tree located in Leif Erickson Park in the Westmount neighbourhood. As part of the City's DED Response Plan, the infected tree was immediately removed and disposed of at the City Landfill. The City will continue surveillance and testing of public and private elm trees in the surrounding area with an intensive search for elm material and other sources of infection.
The most effective management strategy for DED is to not transport or store elm wood. Infected firewood is the most likely way that DED would be brought into Saskatoon. In addition, keeping elm trees healthy by regularly watering and properly removing and disposing of dead and dying branches will deprive the elm bark beetle of its habitat.
How to identify and report unhealthy elm trees
American elm trees with DED may start showing symptoms as early as June. Typically, the leaves will start to wilt and turn yellow out of season from June to mid-August, then curl and turn brown. Anyone suspecting that an elm tree is unhealthy is encouraged to complete the online form at saskatoon.ca/dutchelmdisease or call Urban Forestry at 306-975-2890.
By following the provincial regulations and maintaining elm trees on your private property, all residents can help prevent the spread of DED in Saskatoon.
For more information on DED, visit saskatoon.ca/dutchelmdisease.
Celebrating Labour Day with fireworks
September 1, 2022 - 8:00am
- Carefully read and follow the manufacturer instructions.
- Exercise increased caution when handling and discharging any type of firework.
- Choose your location wisely. Fireworks can only be discharged on private property.
- Familiarize yourself with the space requirements for the type of firework being discharged. Requirements vary depending on the firework type.
- Ensure your location is free of overhead obstructions, is clear side-to-side and is a safe distance from combustible materials.
- Ensure that it is not windy and that all spectators are safely located to observe the display.
- Be sure to properly stabilize the firework according to manufacturer direction.
- Other than sparklers, never light or hold a lit firework in your hand.
- Always light the fuse at its tip.
- Never try to relight or fix the fuse on fireworks that did not go off.
- Have a supply of water available and use it to extinguish debris or smouldering embers before they cause injuries, property damage and/or fires.
- Keep in mind that you are solely responsible for any debris that may land on spectators or another’s property.
The Saskatoon Fire Department would like to remind residents and visitors of safe practices for purchasing, enjoying and disposing of fireworks. This Labour Day, low-hazard fireworks can only be discharged on private property between the hours of dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Monday, September 5.
Low-hazard fireworks are designed for public recreational use. These fireworks travel less than 50m (160ft) high and include items such as roman candles, sparklers, fountains, wheels, volcanoes, mines and snakes.
High-hazard fireworks are designed for professionals and can only be purchased by persons holding a valid Fireworks Supervisor – Level I or Level II card issued by Natural Resources Canada.
Residents and spectators are reminded of the risks and obligations associated with fireworks:
For more information about fireworks safety, please visit saskatoon.ca/fireworks.
The Saskatoon Fire Department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Labour Day weekend!
Saskatoon Light & Power to match SaskPower: new electrical rates effective today, September 1
September 1, 2022 - 7:00am
City Council at its August 29, 2022, meeting approved the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services recommendation to match SaskPower’s approved electrical rate increases. The new rates will be effective starting today, September 1, 2022; as approved, a second rate will take effect on April 1, 2023. The Federal Carbon Charge is anticipated to increase on January 1, 2023.
The City of Saskatoon, and thereby Saskatoon Light & Power (SL&P) as a reseller of electricity matches its power rates to those established by SaskPower. This is to ensure equality between utility customers regardless of where they live in Saskatoon - within SL&P’s service provider area or SaskPower's.
The most recent general increase in electricity rates occurred on March 1, 2018, when a system-wide average increase of 3.5% came into effect. Since then, the Federal Carbon Charge has been implemented with annual adjustments. The Government of Saskatchewan also provided the Saskatchewan Economic Recovery Rebate in the amount of a 10% reduction in rates from December 1, 2020, to November 30, 2021.
SaskPower indicated in their current rate application that the main drivers of the requested rate increase were due to increases in the cost of fuel, purchased power expenses and modest increases in operating, maintenance, and administration expenses.
Starting September 1, 2022, an average residential customer using 625 kWh of electricity each month will incur an additional $7.00/month (3.4% electrical rate increase). Effective April 1, 2023, an additional $5.50/month (4.1% electrical rate increase). For commercial customers, there are several different rate categories depending on how much electricity they consume.
Please visit saskatoon.ca/utilityrates for full details on the electrical rates effective September 1, 2022.
For the City’s utility customers who have created an online My Utility Account, you'll be able to access SmartUtil our newest web tool to help you monitor your electrical consumption, view trends and also set handy budget notifications if you wish.
If you're uncertain of your electrical service provider, review your monthly utility bill or call Saskatoon Light & Power at 306-975-2414 during regular business hours.
City of Saskatoon electrical utility (SL&P) customers, check out the helpful new interactive power outage map.
Visit saskatoon.ca for more information about City services and programs.
Rescheduled: Lorne Avenue closed between Elm and Willow streets starting Friday
September 1, 2022 - 7:00am
Lorne Avenue will be closed between Elm and Willow streets starting Friday, September 2, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin replacement work. Hilliard Street will be closed between Coy and McPherson avenues during this project. 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.
City of Saskatoon releases 2021 Annual Report
August 31, 2022 - 10:45am
- consolidated operating revenues of $1.08 billion and operating expenses of $892.3 million resulting in a net surplus of $186.7 million
- a strengthened accumulated surplus from $4.6 billion to $4.8 billion, an increase of 4.0% over 2020’s figures
- a 2.95% increase in overall Reserves from $208.7 million to $270.4 million
- a year-end deficit for tax-based operations before the transfer from the fiscal stabilization Reserve of $1.1 million, the same operating deficit that was reported to City Council at its meeting on April 25, 2022
The City of Saskatoon has released its 2021 Annual Report to the public having received the opinion of the external auditor. Per The Cities Act, the 2021 Audited Financial Statements and Reports were presented to City Council for information on Monday, August 29, 2022. The Annual Report containing the consolidated financial statements is the legally required public report of the City's finances.
“The 2021 Annual Report highlights the City’s progress on major projects and initiatives by business line, our achievements and ongoing priorities as set out in the Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget, and the City's financial position at the end of 2021,” says Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer.
“Against the ongoing challenges and the uncertainty of COVID-19 in 2021, we continued to find creative ways to be resilient and responsive in the delivery of our key civic services to the community,” says Hack. “We remain committed to ensuring residents receive value from the services and programs provided by local government, and from the investments made through their tax dollars.”
Financial highlights from 2021 show the City had:
Award-Winning Financial Reporting
For the 14th consecutive year, the City of Saskatoon received the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Canadian Award for Financial Reporting (2020). The 2021 Annual Report will be submitted to the GFOA for consideration for this year's award.
The City also had its S & P Global ‘AAA/ Stable’ credit rating reconfirmed for 2021 (and again in January for 2022 ), supported by the City’s cautious financial decision-making and willingness to explore innovative and alternative ways to fund, finance, deliver and make progress on important infrastructure projects.
Intending to be one of the best-managed cities in Canada, the 2021 Annual Report reflects the City’s ongoing dedication to continuous improvement, accountability to the public we serve, transparency and clarity in financial reporting.
Visit saskatoon.ca/finance to view the 2021 Annual Report. Citizens may request an individually printed copy by emailing finance@saskatoon.ca.
Committee ponders cart size options for curbside residential garbage collection
August 31, 2022 - 5:44am
- Option 1 (Recommended by Administration):
- Three different garbage cart sizes would be available to residents upon request.
- Residents would have a choice of cart sizes ranging from a 180 litre, 240 litre and the current 360 litre for year-round bi-weekly pick-up service.
- This illustration compares the volume of the three black cart sizes.
- Option 2:
- Two different garbage cart sizes would be available to residents upon request -- the current large 360 litre and new medium 240 litre black cart for year-round bi-weekly pick-up service.
A pair of size options to collect residential garbage at single family households will be presented to the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services (EUCS) at its meeting Tuesday, September 6. The options are part of a report preparing the City’s move to a variable garbage cart utility in January 2024.
A variable black cart utility is a rate-based program where residents pay fees for the volume of waste they dispose and the services they receive based on the size of their garbage cart.
“While people are free to choose whatever they want, the volume-based rate structure is designed to encourage residents to divert as much waste as possible away from the landfill,” says Brendan Lemke, Director of Water and Waste Operations. “Residents with the largest garbage carts pay more and those with the smallest pay less.”
The decision to fund both the garbage and organics services through payments on utility bills was approved October 18, 2021 by the Governance and Priorities Committee of City Council, at which time the Committee asked the Administration to evaluate the funding model and present options on timing, phase-in and affordability.
The two options up for discussion are:
“Moving to a volume-based cart program will give residents choice based on their waste needs and it’s one of many components under the City’s Waste Reduction and Diversion Strategy to meet our waste diversion goals,” Lemke says. “We recommend Option 1 to City Council because it increases the customer’s control over their costs and provides financial incentives for waste diversion at a lower overall investment.”
The full report and attachments (appendix 1; appendix 2) can be found here.
For more information on waste and recycling, visit saskatoon.ca/wastediversion.