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To accommodate the Canada Day celebration this weekend, detours, lane restrictions and “no parking” signs will be in place guiding motorists around the downtown event areas.  

Road closures starting at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 30 include:

• Spadina Crescent from 2nd Avenue to Broadway Bridge

Road closures starting at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, July 1 include:

• Traffic Bridge
• 3rd Avenue from 19th Street to Traffic Bridge
• Victoria Avenue from Traffic Bridge to 11th Street

Road closures starting at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, July 1 include:

• Broadway Bridge
• Broadway Avenue from Broadway Bridge to 12th Street
• 4th Avenue South from 20th Street to Broadway Bridge

Roadways will reopen by 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 2, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances. Drivers are reminded to drive carefully and watch for participants. The City thanks everyone for their patience.  

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.

33rd Street will be closed at 6th Avenue starting on Tuesday, July 2, at 7:00 a.m. for water main work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

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

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rattlers take on the Niagara River Lions at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, June 29 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 6:15 p.m.
• 6:55 p.m.

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

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

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

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

NEW

IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 30TH ST W TO 29TH ST W
(Water main maintenance)
Start: June 28, 9:00 a.m. End: June 28, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

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

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO KENASCHUK LINK
(Sidewalk repairs)
Start: June 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 28, 4:00 p.m.

33RD ST W WB LANES & EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT VALENS DR
(Sewer main repair)
Start: June 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 28, 4:30 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 5:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

Skip the hassle of traffic and parking and make first- and last-mile connections with Saskatoon Transit for the downtown Canada Day celebrations.

Saskatoon Transit will run regular holiday service until 9 p.m. (normal fares apply) on July 1.

After the fireworks, free buses will leave from locations on either side of the river–3rd Avenue northbound/north of 19th Street; and Broadway Avenue southbound/south of 12th Street. View the Canada Day 2024 special event bus map.

All Access Transit pickups and drop-offs for the event will be at the temporary stop on 2nd Avenue just north of the Alt Hotel. Access Transit operates until 11 p.m. for customers. Per normal booking procedures, trips must be booked in advance, and subscriptions do not apply on statutory holidays.

Plan your trip before heading out using real-time apps such as Transit or Google Maps Transit.

For Saskatoon Transit information, visit SaskatoonTransit.ca, or contact Customer Service at 306.975.3100 or transit.services@saskatoon.ca.

The Saskatoon Fire Department would like to remind residents and visitors of safe practices for purchasing, enjoying and disposing of fireworks. This Canada Day, low-hazard fireworks can only be discharged on private property between the hours of dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Monday, July 1.

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: 

• 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. 

For more information about fireworks safety, please visit saskatoon.ca/fireworks. 

The Saskatoon Fire Department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Canada Day! 

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

Check detailed information on stat holiday parking requirements, what's open or closed, hours of operation at all Leisure facilities, the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo, the Saskatoon Public Library, Remai Modern, Saskatoon Transit holiday service, information on waste collection, and more here.

The City of Saskatoon wishes all residents and visitors to Saskatoon a happy Canada Day and a safe long weekend.

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

NEW

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM KENASCHUK CRES TO KENASCHUK LINK
(Sidewalk repairs)
Start: June 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 28, 4:00 p.m.

DIEFENBAKER DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT LLOYD CRES
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 27, 9:00 a.m. End: June 27, 3:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Fence repair)
Start: June 27, 10:00 a.m. End: June 27, 2:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR W NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 33RD ST W
(Unplanned road work)
No access to Circle Dr NB from Laurier Dr
Start: June 26, 9:30 a.m. End: June 27, 5:00 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 5:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

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

CITY HALL

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

ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES

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

REMAI MODERN 

Remai Modern will be closed on Monday, July 1.

SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY

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

SASKATOON TRANSIT

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

PAY PARKING

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

MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT

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

WASTE COLLECTIONS

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

MATERIAL RECOVERY CENTRE & LANDFILL

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

COMPOST DEPOT

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

WOODLAWN CEMETERY

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

SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO

Regular Hours of Operation

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

LEISURE CENTRES

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

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

NUTRIEN PLAYLAND AT KINSMEN

Open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

GOLF COURSES

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

OUTDOOR POOLS

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

NOTIFYNOW

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

YXE SERVICE ALERTS

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

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

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

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.