News Releases

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

NEW

20TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Hydrovac)
Start: February 13, 8:00 a.m. End: February 13, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024, 5:00 p.m.

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

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

Due to icy road conditions, we were unable to complete blue cart collection in some areas of the City.

Collection has been rescheduled as follows:

Wednesday, February 14: Lakeridge, Forest Grove, Sutherland

Lakeridge

• Lavalee Court

Forest Grove

• Delayen Court, Laura Avenue, Bruce Street, Bradwell Avenue, Birch Place, Cruise Street, Wilkinson Crescent, Spruce Place, Addy Court, Addy Crescent

Sutherland

• 200 blocks of Grant Street, Imperial Street and James Street

Thursday, February 15: Westmount, Kelsey Woodlawn

Westmount

• 200 and 300 blocks of Avenue I North and Avenue J North

Kelsey Woodlawn

• 1300 block of 1st Avenue North

Please place your cart out at 7am on the specified dates for recollection. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024, 5:00 p.m.

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

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

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

NEW

IDYLWYLD DR N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 36TH ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Tree work)
2-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: February 10, 9:00 a.m. End: February 10, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024, 5:00 p.m.

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

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

The City of Saskatoon and Government of Saskatchewan continue to work collaboratively on the final details to prepare for the 30-space emergency shelter to be located at former Fire Station #5 (421 Central Avenue).

All partners know that the way the shelter will operate is one of the most important questions on the minds of residents and business owners and recognize the need to get the right plan in place before the shelter becomes operational.

Much progress has been made on developing an integrated plan – but it requires more time to ensure the best outcomes for the entire community and to meet the expectations of Sutherland residents, businesses and workplaces.

The service provider selected by the Government of Saskatchewan – the Mustard Seed -- has shared its operational plans with all partners to run an enhanced shelter model. The Mustard Seed is an established service provider who will be working in Saskatoon for the first time.

An enhanced emergency shelter provides clients with access to the shelter 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Clients are also provided three meals per day, case planning and access to wrap-around supports to address wellness and cultural needs, with assistance in connecting to services such as financial supports and help to transition to appropriate housing along the housing continuum. The enhanced shelter will also be smaller in scale to other shelters in Saskatoon.

The location of the second temporary 30-space shelter in Saskatoon is still being determined.

The Neighbourhood Information Sessions scheduled for February 13 (virtual) and February 15 (at Sutherland Hall) related to the shelter discussion will be postponed, as well as the reports that were being planned for presentation at the February 28 meetings of City Council.

Neighbourhood Information Sessions will be rescheduled within the month and the public will be notified on saskatoon.ca/shelterspaces and on the City’s social media channels with revised dates when they are available.

The City thanks Sutherland residents and businesses for their patience in allowing all the various organizations necessary time to complete the integrated operating and safety plan work.

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 Friday, February 9, at 7 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:45 p.m.
• 6:25 p.m.

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

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

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

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

NEW

No new projects are scheduled to start on this date.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024, 5:00 p.m.

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

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

The Governance and Priorities Committee of City Council will have the opportunity at its February 14th meeting to discuss the visionary opportunities of the Downtown Event and Entertainment District (District).  Included in a group of reports is a first look at the artistic renderings of what the area around the event centre/arena and convention centre could look like and the first look at the strategic directions for the District Plan outlining the template for a rejuvenated Downtown.

“These renderings really help illustrate that the District is much more than just an event centre and convention centre – it is to be a community gathering place in any season,” says Dan Willems, Director of Technical Services, Transportation & Construction Division. “They show the potential of the public spaces, with places for events, amenities and open areas where visitors and people from all parts of the city can meet and share unique experiences.”

The visuals show what the proposed event centre/arena and convention centre could look like, with a focus along a transformed 22nd Street. Both winter and summer scenes are captured, showing the potential for winter festivals, outdoor markets and summer activities.

“This is an opportunity for people in Saskatoon to really see how the vision for the District could become reality,” Willems says. “Up until now we have been talking about the District in very abstract terms, but these images help put context and meaning to the idea of an active space that is open to all. These are by no means the final designs of the area, but they are a great to help visualize the conceptual design and potential in creating a vital and dynamic Downtown, with economic impacts that will have a positive effect on Saskatoon and Saskatchewan.”

The District Plan, which is being developed simultaneously along with the plans for the event centre/arena and convention centre, takes a wider view of Downtown Saskatoon and looks at how the land can be best used to achieve a vibrant mix of residential, business, social and outdoor activity, while making the Downtown more accessible for everyone to get to and get around in. The District Plan will also work to create a cohesive strategy for the Downtown as a whole, ensuring that the entire area develops in a sustainable and productive way.

Additionally in this group of reports to GPC is a Decision Report on acquiring the YMCA building and its associated land. This acquisition, while currently part of the larger District project, is part of the larger strategy to have a contiguous area of land with significant redevelopment potential to accommodate future expansion of the convention centre and a new parking structure in the area of Idylwyld and 22nd Street.

For more information on the Downtown Event and Entertainment District, including the renderings, please visit www.saskatoon.ca/eventdistrict.

The City of Saskatoon has declared the third snow event of the season after receiving approximately 10 centimetres of snow yesterday and overnight. Roadway crews are focused on keeping high speed and high traffic streets, intersections and bridge decks clear. Even with de-icing material, extra moisture may cause slippery conditions during peak driving times, especially on bridges. 

When a snow event is declared, contractors are called in to assist City crews with clean-up. Today, there are 24 graders, 10 sanders, six plows and five sidewalk plows moving around the city.  

The snow event response follows the Priority Street system: 

Priority 1 – Freeways and major arterials. This includes Circle Drive and streets with three or more lanes each way, like Idylwyld Drive, 22nd Street and College Drive. 

Priority 2 - Arterials with double lanes and bus routes. Double lane streets like Clarence Avenue, McKercher Drive and Millar Avenue. 

Priority 3 - Collector streets, remaining Business Improvement District streets and school zones. These streets take you through your neighbourhood like Louise Avenue, Howell Avenue, and Main Street. 

Drivers should be aware of changing weather that can affect road and sidewalk conditions and adjust their driving for the conditions. Leave extra room and watch for blue and yellow flashing lights on road equipment. 

Residents who would like a sand and salt mixture to help with de-icing at home can pick some up free of charge at four locations: Cosmo Civic Centre, Lakewood Civic Centre, Lawson Civic Centre and the Material Recovery Centre. Please bring your own tools to scoop the sand and keep in mind that salt can damage concrete and paving stones.  

Learn more about winter road maintenance at saskatoon.ca/snow.

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

NEW

TAYLOR ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ROSEWOOD GATE N
(Catch basin repair)
Start: February 8, 9:00 a.m. End: February 8, 11:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 58TH ST E
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: February 8, 9:00 a.m. End: February 8, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024, 5:00 p.m.

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

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