Leaf it to us! City prepares for annual fall street sweeping program

The City of Saskatoon is ready for the annual Fall Street Sweeping program, a key step in keeping streets clear of leaves and preventing potential spring flooding.

Starting October 14, crews will target streets in neighbourhoods with the densest tree coverage, including some of the city’s leafiest blocks. Residents can find their scheduled sweep day by visiting saskatoon.ca/sweep.

“Leaves that accumulate along streets can clog storm drains and catch basins, creating a risk of flooding when the snow melts,” explains Cam LeClaire, Roadways Manager. “By sweeping the leafiest streets before winter, we help protect City infrastructure and keep neighbourhoods safer and cleaner for everyone.”

Temporary No Parking signs will be posted in advance. Vehicles left in these areas may be ticketed or towed.

How Residents Can Help

• Remove leaves from sidewalks and boulevards next to your property, but avoid piling them in the street as large leaf piles slow down the sweepers.

• Use your green cart or drop off leaves at a compost depot. Bagged leaves can go in your green cart.

• Pay attention to yellow No Parking signs and move vehicles by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled sweep day. If your vehicle is towed, visit the Find My Vehicle! tool or contact the Customer Care Centre at 306-975-2476.

If weather or other factors affect the schedule, updates will be posted as Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/sweep.