City Manager's Message
Message from City Manager Jeff Jorgenson
Saskatoon is a great place to call home — a city where people live, work, learn and play. Every day, the City delivers important services, programs and projects residents rely on, from the basics that keep our community running to the investments that help make Saskatoon a better place for everyone.
As our city grows, we have an important opportunity to plan for the future and shape growth in a way that benefits all residents. That means delivering services well, using public dollars wisely and building a strong, responsive organization that can support Saskatoon today and into the future.
On February 25, 2026, City Council adopted Saskatoon’s 2026–2029 Strategic Plan — our roadmap for the next four years. This plan outlines the key priorities and direction that will guide the City’s work, helping us deliver programs and services that keep pace with the community’s changing needs.
The theme for our 2026-2029 Strategic Plan, A City That Works For Everyone, reflects our collective commitment to build a city where everyone feels welcome, supported and empowered. Together with the Official Community Plan and the Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget, the Strategic Plan provides a clear path forward so we can move ahead with purpose, shared direction and long-term stability for the community.
I’m inspired every day by the dedicated team of civic employees I am privileged to work alongside as we address the challenges and opportunities before us. By working together, we remain committed to building a city that meets today’s needs while preparing for tomorrow’s possibilities and creating a brighter future for all.
I invite you to explore our website to find out more about what City Council and Administration are doing to deliver quality programs and services for our community.
A City That Works For Everyone
Below are some key areas that provide additional information and insight into the City of Saskatoon's strategic direction.
Planning for the Future
Guided by our Strategic Plan, we’re committed to planning ahead and dedicating resources to new opportunities and the challenges of a growing vibrant city. You can follow our progress by reading the Strategic Plan Progress Reports.
Increasing Fiscal Responsibility
The 2026/2027 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget demonstrates City Council’s commitment to delivering high-quality civic services and fostering a safe, thriving community while delivering value for taxpayer dollars. By adopting a longer-term view of our financial planning, we provide a transparent snapshot of our future budget planning with residents.
Community Satisfaction
From neighbourhood parks to reliable services, Saskatoon residents have stated they appreciate the quality of life their city offers. Results from the City’s 2025 Civic Services Surveys show most residents continue to feel positive about life in Saskatoon while identifying key areas for improvement.
Service, Savings and Sustainability
We continue working together to build a culture of innovation and creativity, and grow Saskatoon in a sustainable way. I invite you to review our 2025: Service, Savings & Sustainability Report, it showcases our continued commitment to improve the way we deliver services for residents, find new efficiencies in the way we do our work every day and capture savings across our organization
Our Stable, Sound and Robust Financial Future
S&P Global (S&P) reaffirmed the City of Saskatoon’s credit rating as the highest rating possible, a ‘AAA’ credit rating with a “stable” outlook. The City has maintained the ‘AAA’/Stable credit rating for twenty-four years since S&P first began affirming the City’s credit ratings in 2002. Maintaining the top ‘AAA’ credit rating through continued economic impacts and global pressures is a testament to the City of Saskatoon’s strong financial management and adaptability.