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Hampton Village fires remain under investigation
June 1, 2026 - 8:16pm
The Saskatoon Fire Department continues to investigate the cause of fires on the 400 block of Geary Crescent that Friday destroyed four homes, six garages and caused damage to a total of 20 properties in Hampton Village.
The Deputy Chief who leads the team of fire investigators, says everyone understands the devastating effect of the fires, but that a probe of this nature takes time.
“In order to respect our fire investigation process, we will be very factual and thorough before we give a cause and origin,” says Deputy Chief Yvonne Raymer. “But at the end of the day, it may also be undetermined.”
Just after 12 p.m. Friday, May 29, fire crews arrived in just under six minutes to heavy black smoke and at least one home fully on fire. A second alarm was immediately called.
Thirty-two firefighters responded to the scene including two aerial trucks, four engines, a rescue engine, Command 9, a safety officer, battalion chief and deputy chief taking about two-and-a-half hours to get the flames under control.
All occupants evacuated safely – no injuries to residents or firefighters were reported.
Later Friday, the fire department had a City excavator knock down remaining structures to make it safer for investigators to do their work.
Raymer cautions about any speculation related to building materials and neighbourhood density.
“Saskatoon is not abnormal from any other city in the way we plan and develop our neighbourhoods. This is, in fact, accepted across Canada. We are not making a bylaw that makes this sub-par for affordable housing.
“All those structures met the minimum requirements of the National Building Code of Canada. All structures in the City of Saskatoon go through a permit process and have a building inspection.”
Raymer says firefighters did everything that could be expected as difficult, optimal fire conditions were present Friday and likely the main factor. She explains winds were over 30 Km/h, the temperature was above 30 degrees and the relative humidity was around 30 per cent.
“When we look at wind conditions and the extent of where the fire was -- it was burning so hot -- it was being pushed and was wind-driven.”
The Fire Department is offering support to the families and residents affected by the fire.
There is no word on when the investigation will be complete. Raymer says the fire investigator still has interviews to conduct and do necessary paperwork for homeowners to provide insurance companies.
More information will be shared when it is available.
Daily Road Report - June 2
June 1, 2026 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
TAYLOR ST E WB CLOSED FROM PARK AVE TO GROSVENOR AVE
(Sidewalk replacement)
Two-way traffic in EB lanes
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT 51ST ST E
(Bridge inspection)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 3:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB PARKING & CURB LANES CLOSED. FROM 5TH AVE N TO WARMAN RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E SB ACCELERATION LANE CLOSED AT PRESTON AVE N
(Underground maintenance)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 3:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Overnight road resurfacing)
Start: June 2, 7:00 p.m. End: June 3, 6:00 a.m.
WARMAN RD SB OFFRAMP CLOSED FROM ASSINIBOINE DR TO CIRCLE DR E
(Overnight road repairs)
Start: June 2, 7:00 p.m. End: June 3, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
HIGHWAY 7 NB CLOSED, EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HART RD TO 22ND ST W
(Road resurfacing)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
KENSINGTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM ELLS CRES TO ELLS CRES
(Homeland Trenching)
Start: May 27, 8:00 a.m. End: June 10, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB & SB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Construction)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 15, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB/WB UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(College Dr Link Construction)
Closure of College Dr includes a full closure of the University Bridge at Spadina Cr E
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 13, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR W TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 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.
Outdoor pools open for the season beginning Friday, June 5, 2026
June 1, 2026 - 1:30pm
- Riversdale Pool (822 Ave H S) on Friday, June 5
- Lathey Pool (815 Taylor St E) on Thursday, June 11
- Mayfair Pool (1025 Ave F N) on Monday, June 15
- George Ward Pool (1915 5th St E) on Wednesday, June 17
- Public Swim – George Ward, Lathey, Mayfair, Riversdale
- Family Swim – George Ward, Riversdale
- Parent Splash Time (for children 5 & under) – Riversdale
- Lane Swim – George Ward, Riversdale
- Aqua Fitness – George Ward (drop-in reserve), Riversdale
- Baby & Me Aqua Fitness – Riversdale
- Lathey Pool – Friday, July 3
- Mayfair Pool – Wednesday, July 8
- George Ward Pool – Thursday, August 20
- Riversdale Pool – Tuesday, August 25
Make a splash this summer at the City of Saskatoon’s four outdoor pools! The outdoor pools open for the season on the following dates:
With a drop-in admission, enjoy amenities such as waterslides, springboards, spray features, sports courts and lawn areas. Children under six years of age are admitted free when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Patrons not swimming are still required to pay admission.
Programs run at set times. Check the drop-in schedule at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca for the program availability.
Drop-in Programs:
Note: Aqua Fitness at George Ward Pool requires a reservation due to limited space and equipment. Reserve a spot online at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca or by calling George Ward pool.
New this summer, from July 2 to August 12, Riversdale Pool will host a Youth Centre in the park space outside the entrance. The Centre will be open Monday to Thursday from 12:30–7:45 p.m. and Friday: 1:30–5:15 p.m. Youth ages 12–16 are invited to drop in and enjoy sports, games, music, and time with friends. The program is free to attend, with activities shaped around what matters most to youth in our community.
Discount Alert! Bulk Tickets are available for the outdoor pools. This popular admission option offers 10 outdoor pool passes at a discounted price. A LeisureCard also provides admission to the outdoor pools.
All four outdoor pools will once again offer a Weekday Swim Special. Pay an admission of $1.55/person, Monday to Thursday from 6 p.m. until close.
Swimming lessons are offered in July and August. Class options are listed in the Spring /Summer Leisure Guide, available at any leisure facility or online at saskatoon.ca/leisureguide. Register online by logging into your Leisure Online account or calling or visiting any Leisure Centre.
Dive into community fun with free admission days being offered on the following days:
Outdoor pools will be cleared immediately if thunder &/or lightning occurs and will close if the temperature is 14 degrees or lower, or during steady rain conditions. Sign up for Service Alerts at www.saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @YXEServiceAlerts on X for immediate updates.
For more information on outdoor pools, visit saskatoon.ca/outdoorpools.
Saskatoon Fire Department calls two alarm fire in Hampton Village
May 29, 2026 - 4:57pm
Saskatoon firefighters responded shortly after noon Friday to reports of a large house fire on the 400 block of Geary Crecent. Crews arrived in just under six minutes to heavy black smoke and at least one home fully in flames in the Hampton Village neighborhood on the city’s northwest. Four homes are destroyed with two others damaged.
“This is a devastating loss for these families,” says Deputy Fire Chief Sean Thody. “To see four houses burn is never a good thing. Our hearts go out to the families that have lost their homes.”
Recognizing the intensity of the fire, a second alarm was immediately called. In all, 32 firefighters responded to the scene including two aerial trucks, four engines, a rescue engine, safety officer, battalion chief and deputy chief.
“I want to commend the crews for the tremendous stop they made and that we are not in a worse situation than we are now.”
Thody says winds were over 30 Km/h, the temperature was above 30 degrees and the relative humidity was around 30 per cent.
“That’s never a good recipe for fire. When it gets started in those optimal conditions it’s very complicated to get it under control.”
Crews battled the flames for about two-and-a half hours until they had it in hand. Six back-alley garages have also been destroyed. A fire also started in a home across the street but firefighters quickly had it doused.
There are no reports of injures to residents, pets or firefighters. Emergency Management Organization used notifynow to inform area residents of the disruption in the immediate vicinity that would impact Transit routes, school pick-ups and local traffic.
Fire Inspectors will investigate as soon as the area is safe. Crews remain on scene to put out any spot fires.
More information will be released when it is available.
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Water pressure restored for east-side neighbourhoods following reservoir and water main commissioning
May 29, 2026 - 3:52pm
Water pressure has been fully restored for east-side neighbourhoods, as commissioning of the Acadia Drive reservoir and primary water main has been completed.
Voluntary water restrictions have now been lifted, and residents can now resume typical outdoor water use. The City thanks residents for their patience and understanding during this important infrastructure project. By limiting unnecessary water use, residents helped crews complete the work sooner than expected.
Acadia Drive between Taylor Street E and Avondale Road remains closed until mid-June to allow for remaining work and repaving.
Daily Road Report – June 1
May 29, 2026 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
HIGHWAY 7 NB CLOSED, EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HART RD TO 22ND ST W
(Road resurfacing)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Construction)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 15, 5:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E WB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Traffic signal maintenance)
Start: June 1, 9:00 a.m. End: June 1, 1:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB CLOSED, FROM TILLEY AVE TO CONFEDERATION DR
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic in WB lanes
Start: June 1, 9:00 a.m. End: June 1, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S SB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO AUDITORIUM AVE
(Catch basin repair)
Start: June 1, 9:00 a.m. End: June 1, 3:00 p.m.
MCKERCHER DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM COLLEGE DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Manhole repair)
Start: June 1, 9:00 a.m. End: June 1, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
ACADIA DR NB & SB CLOSED, WB CURB LANE CLOSED. FROM TAYLOR ST E TO AVONDALE RD
(Water main work)
Start: March 23, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
KENSINGTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM ELLS CRES TO ELLS CRES
(Homeland Trenching)
Start: May 27, 8:00 a.m. End: June 10, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB & SB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB/WB UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(College Dr Link Construction)
Closure of College Dr includes a full closure of the University Bridge at Spadina Cr E
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 13, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR W TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Weekend Road Report – May 30 & 31
May 29, 2026 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR E NB RAMP CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR N
(Roadway patching)
Use Faithful to 51st St for Circle Dr NB access
Start: May 30, 6:30 a.m. End: May 30, 8:30 a.m.
HEROLD RD NB & SB CLOSED, WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM PAWLYCHENKO LANE TO SLIMMON RD
(Road resurfacing)
Start: May 30, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO FORESTRY FARM PARK DR
(Overnight sewer inspections)
Start: May 30, 10:00 p.m. End: May 31, 6:00 a.m.
DIEFENBAKER PARK RD VARIOUS FROM ST HENRY AVE TO ST HENRY AVE
(Sask Marathon (Special Event))
Various road closures throughout the city
Start: May 31, 5:00 a.m. End: May 31, 2:00 p.m.
VICTORIA AVE VARIOUS FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 11TH ST E
(Sask Marathon (Special Event))
Police assisted at Taylor St/8th St/11th St intersections
Start: May 31, 5:00 a.m. End: May 31, 2:00 p.m.
TRAFFIC BRIDGE VARIOUS FROM 11TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(Sask Marathon (Special Event))
Various closures along marathon route
Start: May 31, 5:00 a.m. End: May 31, 2:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E VARIOUS FROM BROADWAY AVE TO PINEHOUSE DR
(Sask Marathon (Special Event))
Various closures along the marathon route
Start: May 31, 5:00 a.m. End: May 31, 2:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 7TH ST E
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: May 31, 6:30 a.m. End: May 31, 8:00 a.m.
TAYLOR ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM JACKSON AVE TO MORGAN AVE
(Roadways)
Start: May 31, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 3:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E WB ROAD CLOSED AT WIGGINS AVE S
(Roadways)
Start: May 31, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 3:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES W VARIOUS FROM SCHUYLER ST TO POWER RD
(Sask Marathon)
Various detours throughout the city
Start: May 31, 7:30 a.m. End: May 31, 1:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Streetlight Hit by Car)
Start: May 31, 8:00 a.m. End: May 31, 10:00 a.m.
MCORMOND DR SB CLOSED AT BRIGHTON COMMON
(Streetlight replacement)
Start: May 31, 9:30 a.m. End: May 31, 11:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED AT CLARENCE AVE S
(SL&P work)
Start: May 31, 11:00 a.m. End: May 31, 12:30 p.m.
ONGOING
BROADWAY AVE SB CLOSED, NB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 9TH ST E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic set in NB lanes.
Start: May 28, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
ACADIA DR NB & SB CLOSED, WB CURB LANE CLOSED. FROM TAYLOR ST E TO AVONDALE RD
(Water main work)
Start: March 23, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE O S
(Traffic calming)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE M S
(Traffic calming)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Vault 1-2 Roof Replacement)
Start: March 9, 9:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:30 p.m.
KENSINGTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM ELLS CRES TO ELLS CRES
(Homeland Trenching)
Start: May 27, 8:00 a.m. End: June 10, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB & SB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB/WB UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(College Dr Link Construction)
Closure of College Dr includes a full closure of the University Bridge at Spadina Cr E
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 13, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR W TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
City crews begin nighttime crosswalk painting blitz
May 29, 2026 - 9:00am
Crosswalks on high-traffic Saskatoon streets will be repainted over the next two weeks. Crews will be working at night between 8 pm and 6 am to avoid peak traffic times and minimize disruption.
Crews will be painting crosswalks Sunday to Wednesday nights starting May 31, 2026. The work is expected to be completed by June 10, 2026.
Please use caution and take care when you encounter painting crews on the road. They’re not blocking your path – they’re making a safer one. Let’s do our part to keep them safe, too, and respect work zones.
To learn more about pavement markings in Saskatoon, visit: https://www.saskatoon.ca/moving-around/driving-roadways/road-maintenanc….
Bus service to SaskTel Centre this weekend
May 29, 2026 - 6:00am
- 6:15 p.m.
- 6:55 p.m.
- 2:45 p.m.
- 3:25 p.m.
Saskatoon Transit will provide direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to SaskTel Centre for the following events:
Saskatoon Mamba vs Winnipeg Sea Bears
Friday, May 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Buses depart at:
Saskatoon Mamba vs Scarborough Shooting Stars
Sunday, May 31 at 4:00 p.m.
Buses depart at:
Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.
Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.
Daily Road Report - May 29
May 28, 2026 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
12TH ST E EB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO DUFFERIN AVE
(Sewer work)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 12, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WORK ADJACENT TO ROADWAY AT ATTRIDGE DR
(Water main lining)
Start: May 29, 8:00 a.m. End: May 29, 6:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB LEFT TURN BAY CLOSED AT 25TH ST E
(Storm sewer inspection)
Start: May 29, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 1:00 p.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR S WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE S TO CLARENCE AVE S
(Overnight paving)
Start: May 28, 7:00 p.m. End: May 29, 6:00 a.m.
HEROLD RD ROAD CLOSED FROM SLIMMON RD TO TAYLOR ST E
(Paving)
Start: May 28, 7:00 a.m. End: May 29, 4:00 p.m.
71ST ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM BURRON AVE TO ARONEC AVE
(Marquis Industrial Servicing)
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CLOSED, NB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 9TH ST E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic set in NB lanes.
Start: May 28, 7:00 a.m. End: May 31, 5:00 p.m.
ACADIA DR NB & SB CLOSED, WB CURB LANE CLOSED. FROM TAYLOR ST E TO AVONDALE RD
(Water main work)
Start: March 23, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE M S
(Traffic calming)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE O S
(Traffic calming)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Vault 1-2 Roof Replacement)
Start: March 9, 9:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:30 p.m.
KENSINGTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM ELLS CRES TO ELLS CRES
(Homeland Trenching)
Start: May 27, 8:00 a.m. End: June 10, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB & SB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB/WB UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(College Dr Link Construction)
Closure of College Dr includes a full closure of the University Bridge at Spadina Cr E
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 13, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
21ST ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE Y S TO AVE V S
(Cahill Park Storm Pond)
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: August 11, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR W TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 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.