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Make a safe choice and ride the bus for free on New Year’s Eve
December 27, 2023 - 10:00am
Saskatoon Transit and SGI have partnered once again to offer free evening bus service on New Year’s Eve.
Free service will be available on Sunday, December 31 from 7 p.m. until 3 a.m. on January 1 (times may vary slightly by route). Registered Access Transit customers can also reserve free service until 2 a.m.
SGI has partnered with local transportation agencies in Regina, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, and Saskatoon to help minimize the occurrence of driving while under the influence.
“Free service removes any financial barrier to planning a safe ride home after a night out,” says Cory Shrigley, Customer Service Manager, Saskatoon Transit. “We are thankful to have SGI as a partner to offer a safe alternative to impaired driving.”
Everyone is encouraged to think about using a variety of transportation modes on busy nights like New Year’s Eve. Plan your trip before heading out using the real-time mobile app Transit or Google Maps Transit. Multi-modal options are available to seamlessly integrate trips with Riide or Uber with Transit+. By combining transportation modes wait times and costs can be minimized.
Taking Transit makes transportation on New Year's Eve easier and safer. Leave your car at home and let Transit do the designated driving.
To learn more, visit SaskatoonTransit.ca or call 306.975.3100.
Recreational pond use – ice thickness testing complete
December 27, 2023 - 9:00am
The Saskatoon Fire Department has completed ice thickness testing at storm water retention ponds around the City. The ice must reach a minimum thickness of at least eight inches to be considered safe for public recreational use. All recreational ponds have surpassed the minimum required thickness. Signage has been updated accordingly at each pond.
Residents are reminded to check the posted signage each time they consider using the pond. If the sign displays a green “Skating Permitted” icon, the ice has been confirmed safe to use. Community members who use the ponds for recreational purposes assume all risk and maintenance responsibilities for the ice including shoveling, flooding, as well as user safety.
Only select storm water ponds are designated for recreational use. Please visit www.saskatoon.ca/ponds for a list of ponds permitting winter recreational use and to learn more about the Recreational Uses of Storm Water Retention Ponds policy.
Bus service to Blades vs. Raiders
December 27, 2023 - 6:00am
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to experience the Saskatoon Blades take on the Prince Albert Raiders at SaskTel Centre on Wednesday, December 27, at 7 p.m., is available at the following times:
Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted.
Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.
Daily Road Report - December 27, 2023
December 22, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM EMPRESS ST TO BALMORAL ST
(Water main valve repair)
Start: December 27, 8:00 a.m. End: December 27, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr to 8th St
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024
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.
Holiday Pay Parking Reminder
December 22, 2023 - 10:30am
- Customers are responsible for entering the correct licence plate information when paying for parking at a Flex Parking station or when using the ParkedIn app.
- Parking time limits vary by location. Watch for signs wherever you are parking.
- If you have reached the posted time limit but need more time in the area, move your vehicle around the corner or across the street.
- Balances on a parking purchase can be carried forward to another parking space in a new location.
- Additional parking time can be purchased, but only up to the maximum allowable time posted.
Residents are reminded the City’s FlexParking pay stations will require payment on Boxing Day, Tuesday, December 26, 2023.
Payment will not be required on Christmas Day, Monday, December 25, 2023, and New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1, 2023.
Public parking in the Downtown, Broadway, Riversdale, River Landing, and Sutherland areas, as well as streets adjacent to St. Paul’s and Saskatoon City Hospitals are metered from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Payment is not required outside these hours, on Sundays, or on statutory holidays (New Year’s Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Saskatchewan Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day, Remembrance Day and Christmas Day).
Public Pay Parking Reminders:
For more information on Public Pay Parking, including the FlexParking stations and the ParkedIn app, please visit saskatoon.ca/flexparking.
7th Avenue closed from Empress to Balmoral streets on Wednesday
December 22, 2023 - 7:00am
7th Avenue will be closed from Empress to Balmoral streets for a water main valve repair on Wednesday, December 27, starting at 8:00 a.m. 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.
Lorne Avenue closed from 5th to 6th streets on Saturday
December 22, 2023 - 6:00am
Lorne Avenue will be closed from 5th to 6th streets for storm sewer repairs on Saturday, December 23, starting at 8:00 a.m. 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 - December 22, 2023
December 21, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
ONGOING
DIEFENBAKER DR EB DRIVING LANES AND WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT DOUGLAS CRES
(Emergency connection replacement)
EB traffic will be maintained in the parking lane.
Start: December 21, 8:00 a.m. End: December 22, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM CASCADE ST TO BUTE ST
(Service connection replacement)
Start: December 21, 8:00 a.m. End: December 22, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr to 8th St
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
City of Saskatoon 2024 Rates and Fees effective January 1, 2024
December 21, 2023 - 9:50am
Looking for City of Saskatoon rates and fees effective January 1, 2024?
Check this master list - it details 2024 rates and fees for civic services, utilities, parking, Saskatoon Transit, business development, parks, recreation & attractions, and more.
Visit saskatoon.ca for more information on City of Saskatoon services and programs.
City of Saskatoon advances Active Transportation Plan with Avenue C Project approval
December 21, 2023 - 9:30am
Saskatoon City Council has approved in principle the Connecting Avenue C: Walking and Cycling Improvements project report, which details plans for the All Ages and Abilities (AAA) cycling route.
“The initiative aligns with Saskatoon’s Growth Plan and Active Transportation Plan, focused on cultivating a vibrant, sustainable and accessible community for present and future generations,” says Jay Magus, Director of Transportation.
Avenue C, a north-south route, from Spadina Crescent West to 45th Street West, is slated for a transformative transportation upgrade in three phases, which are aimed at fostering accessibility, comfort, convenience and safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
Improvements will be completed in three phases, with the highest priority segments being completed first. It’s recommended for Spadina Crescent to Jamieson Street to be completed in Phase One, Jamieson Street to 38th Street in Phase Two and 38th Street to 45th Street for Phase Three.
Vehicle travel lanes for the entire proposed stretch are planned to be maintained with varied options for separate Active Transportation pathways. *See Attachments
This project responds to the City’s pledge outlined in the Active Transportation Plan, emphasizing economic, health, environmental, societal and safety benefits that robust active transportation infrastructure brings.
The Connecting Avenue C: Walking and Cycling Improvements project encompasses sidewalks, protected bike lanes, neighbourhood bikeways and shared-use pathways, including safety measures such as curb extensions, raised crosswalks and accessibility ramp installations.
Extensive community involvement occurred across three phases integrated into the design process, reflecting the city's commitment to engaging residents in shaping their environment.
Pending detailed design refinements and funding considerations in upcoming City Council discussions, this project signifies Saskatoon's dedication to creating a more connected and accessible city for its residents.
For more information on the City of Saskatoon’s Active Transportation Plan, visit saskatoon.ca/ActiveTransportation.