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Daily Road Report - October 19, 2023
October 18, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
PRESTON AVE S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM DUMONT CRES TO WILSON CRES
(Manhole repairs)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 21, 7:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Storm Pipe Repairs)
Start: October 19, 8:00 a.m. End: October 19, 6:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SPEED REDUCTION FROM 51ST ST E TO 54TH ST E
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: October 19, 9:00 a.m. End: October 19, 2:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO ARLINGTON AVE
(Hydrovaccing)
Start: October 19, 9:00 a.m. End: October 19, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ST HENRY AVE TO SPADINA CRES W
(Construction)
Start: October 19, 9:00 a.m. End: October 19, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM ALBERTA AVE TO MILLAR AVE
(Median clean up)
Start: October 19, 7:00 p.m. End: October 20, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
2ND AVE N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Directional boring)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 19, 4:30 p.m.
3RD AVE N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Directional boring)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 19, 4:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO PORTAGE AVE
(SaskEnergy work)
Start: October 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 19, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 7TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: October 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 4:30 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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 of Saskatoon golf courses will close Saturday, October 21, 2023
October 18, 2023 - 1:00pm
- Saturday, October 21 - driving range
- Silverwood Front & Back 9 are closed for the season.
- Saturday, October 21 - Back 9 and driving range
- Holiday Park Executive 9 and Front 9 are closed for the season.
- Saturday, October 21 - Front 9
- Wildwood Back 9 is closed for the season.
The City of Saskatoon’s three golf courses (Holiday Park, Silverwood, and Wildwood Golf Courses) have rescheduled the final day of operation from Sunday, October 22 to Saturday, October 21, 2023 due to the changing weather forecast.
The last day of operation at each course is as follows:
Silverwood
Holiday Park
Wildwood
The City would like to thank all patrons for their support this year. Holiday Park Golf Course pro shop will remain open throughout the winter season for Club 6 pack, gift card and season pass purchases.
For more information about any of the City’s golf courses please visit saskatoon.ca/golf.
Parks staff conducting prescribed fires in naturalized park areas today
October 18, 2023 - 11:00am
- Small areas of land are burned during a fire, so only portions of a park are blackened at any given time
- The surrounding area may experience some smoke
- Shrubs and trees are not burned and therefore are not negatively impacted
- Vigorous new growth occurs in the spring which is appreciated by wildlife
- The reduction in accumulated dead plant material provides protection against accidental wildfires
Parks staff in consultation with the Meewasin Valley Authority and the Saskatoon Fire Department, will be performing brief, small-scale prescribed fires in the naturalized areas within Hyde and Donna Birkmaier Parks. Weather permitting, prescribed fires will also be conducted in Gabriel Dumont and Heritage Parks in the coming weeks. This initiative is part of the City’s overall strategy to enhance and conserve the biodiversity of naturalized areas in Saskatoon parks.
A prescribed fire is the planned and controlled application of fire to a defined area of land. Prescribed fires replicate the natural renewal process of grasslands, reduce the risk of wildfire and enhance habitat for wildlife.
Prescribed fires are performed by trained Parks staff, and the Saskatoon Fire Department is either on-site or on call to help manage the fire if needed. Prescribed fires are a common, cost-effective park management practice in many cities across Canada and the United States and have been conducted safely for many years.
Timing of the prescribed fires will be determined by weather and wind conditions and residents will be notified via the City’s service alerts and social media channels. Signage will also be placed at the location of the fire to alert park visitors.
The City asks residents for their cooperation at the time of a prescribed fire by respecting work zones and ensuring dogs are leashed when walking through the parks.
The following can be expected during and after a prescribed fire:
For more information on the City’s Prescribed Fire Program, visit saskatoon.ca/prescribedfires.
Material Recovery Centre opens at Saskatoon Regional Waste Management Facility
October 18, 2023 - 10:00am
The opening of the Material Recovery Centre (MRC), formerly the Recovery Park Landfill Expansion, marks a major achievement for the City of Saskatoon as it works towards its 70% waste diversion goal.
The MRC, located on Valley Road at the entrance to the Saskatoon Regional Waste Management Facility (City Landfill) is now open to the public and offers residents free drop-off for many recyclable items as well as a new access point for scaled waste.
“We are thrilled to open the Material Recovery Centre and offer residents of Saskatoon a one-stop waste drop-off location,” says Brendan Lemke, Director of Water and Waste Operations. “With more items with free drop-off and reduced rates for other recyclable materials, we anticipate diverting up to 3,500 tonnes of waste annually that would have otherwise ended up in the landfill.”
The MRC will provide free drop-off at Sort & Go for recycling, small appliances, batteries, oil and anti-freeze, electronics, metals, rimless tires, bicycles and appliances, with a $20 fee for appliances with refrigerant.
Residents can continue to visit the MRC to drop off non-recyclable waste including garbage and elm wood, via Scale & Pay, and have a reduced disposal rate for concrete and brick, which will be diverted. The City is also pleased to offer free disposal of elm wood for the month of October.
For more information on the Material Recovery Centre, including hours of operation and a detailed list of acceptable items and rates, visit saskatoon.ca/mrc.
Possible odours from construction activities at the landfill
October 17, 2023 - 3:30pm
New landfill gas wells and piping are being installed at the Saskatoon Regional Waste Management Centre (Landfill) to expand the landfill gas well field and to collect more methane from decomposing waste.
This work may temporarily result in some noticeable odours in surrounding areas, depending on wind direction and speed.
Additionally, the work will have no impact on air quality and will not pose health risks to residents. Construction has begun this week and is expected to last until late November.
The Landfill Gas Collection & Power Generation System is currently responsible for reducing over 50,000 tonnes of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) per year; the equivalent of removing over 10,000 vehicles from the roads. When the expansion of the system is complete, the total annual destruction is expected to reach 80,000 tonnes of GHG per year. The system currently produces enough energy to power 1,200 homes each year and creates revenues of approximately $1.3 million for the City from the sale of power to SaskPower.
More information on our clean power generation initiatives can be found here.
Daily Road Report - October 18, 2023
October 17, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CENTRAL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM GRAY AVE TO 112TH ST W
(CPKC Rail repairs)
Start: October 18, 6:00 a.m. End: October 18, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 7TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: October 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 4:30 p.m.
33RD ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT JUNOR AVE
(Pothole patching)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 18, 11:00 a.m.
2ND AVE N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Directional boring)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 19, 4:30 p.m.
3RD AVE N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Directional boring)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 19, 4:30 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO 44TH ST E
(Cable fault repair)
Start: October 18, 9:00 a.m. End: October 18, 2:00 p.m.
ONGOING
NELSON RD EB & WB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER AT HEAL AVE
(Channelization)
Start: October 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 6:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO PORTAGE AVE
(SaskEnergy work)
Start: October 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 19, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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 installs pedestrian crossing lights at 22nd Street and Avenue V
October 17, 2023 - 2:00pm
The City of Saskatoon has installed a more visible pedestrian crossing at 22nd Street and Avenue V, including a pedestrian actuated signal as well as pavement markings and signage. The traffic safety measure was made possible through a grant from SGI’s Provincial Traffic Safety Fund.
With the pedestrian crossing improvements at 22nd Street and Avenue V, drivers will be required to stop on a red signal.
Provincial Traffic Safety Fund Grants are awarded to communities twice a year. The City will continue submitting funding applications to improve safety at other intersections and school zones throughout Saskatoon.
Broadway Avenue closed from 5th to 7th streets starting Wednesday
October 17, 2023 - 7:00am
Broadway Avenue will be closed from 5th to 7th streets for water main work starting on Wednesday, October 18, at 7:00 a.m. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take ten days 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.
Central Avenue closed from Gray Avenue to 112th Street starting Wednesday
October 17, 2023 - 6:00am
Central Avenue will be closed from Gray Avenue to 112th Street for CPKC rail repairs starting on Wednesday, October 18, at 6:00 a.m. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two days 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 - October 17, 2023
October 16, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR E NB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER FROM 108TH ST W TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Pole repairs)
Start: October 17, 9:00 a.m. End: October 17, 1:00 p.m
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
BRIGHTON COMMON EB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO MCORMOND DR
(Jersey barrier removal)
Start: October 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB & WB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER AT HEAL AVE
(Channelization)
Start: October 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 6:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO PORTAGE AVE
(SaskEnergy work)
Start: October 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 19, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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 launches organics education campaign for businesses and organizations in Saskatoon
October 16, 2023 - 10:00am
- Have separate labelled containers for garbage, recycling, and organics.
- Educate employees and tenants annually about which materials are organic and how to sort them.
- Ensure organic waste is removed and taken to an appropriate facility.
New online education tools and in-person support are now available for Saskatoon businesses and organizations working to implement new organics diversion requirements within the Waste Bylaw that came into effect earlier this year. The education phase begins this October and enforcement will not occur until October 2024 to give businesses and organizations time to meet the new bylaw regulation.
All businesses and organizations that generate food or yard waste as part of their operations in Saskatoon are required to have separate bins to divert organics from the garbage. The organics regulation means all businesses and organizations are required to:
Establishments belonging under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes of industries that are known to generate organic waste are required to follow the bylaw regardless of establishment size or number of employees or tenants. An exemption process is available to address circumstances where materials may not be generated or there are other factors preventing compliance beyond an establishment’s control. Businesses who do not produce food or yard waste as part of their operations do not need an exemption.
“Businesses and organizations generate 68% of the garbage in our community. Approximately 25% is organic waste that could be rescued or composted,” says Jeanna South, Director of Sustainability. “With the new residential green cart program, the City has already diverted over 11,000 tonnes of food and yard waste from the landfill. Through this program, businesses and organizations will be diverting the same waste as residents and bring us one step closer to achieving the City’s goal of 70% waste diversion.”
To help businesses and organizations meet these new requirements, the City of Saskatoon has launched a dedicated webpage that includes a variety of new tools and resources to access. Resources include a new Organics Guide for Businesses and Organizations and other print materials that can be printed and used on site for education. Businesses may also request in-person support to assist with setting up organics diversion and troubleshooting issues. The Business Waste Wizard remains a resource for businesses in helping sort their waste.
The Solid Waste Reduction and Diversion Plan, finalized in early 2021, includes organic waste diversion for all sectors to be phased in over the next few years. The new residential green cart program rolled out earlier this year and has already has participation rates similar to black cart garbage and blue cart recycling. A multi-unit organics program pilot is set to start later this year for residents that have their waste collected in large communal bins.
Businesses and organizations are encouraged to visit saskatoon.ca/businessorganics for more information and access to resources to get started with their organics programs.
Daily Road Report - October 16, 2023
October 13, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BRIGHTON COMMON EB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO MCORMOND DR
(Jersey barrier removal)
Start: October 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO PORTAGE AVE
(SaskEnergy work)
Start: October 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 19, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST ROAD CLOSED FROM JASPER AVE S TO PORTAGE AVE
(Manhole repair)
Start: October 16, 9:00 a.m. End: October 16, 12:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB & WB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER AT HEAL AVE
(Channelization)
Start: October 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 6:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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 - October 14-15, 2023
October 13, 2023 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BOYCHUK DR ROAD CLOSED FROM ARNASON CRES TO LAURENTIAN DR
(Crack sealing)
Start: October 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 14, 10:00 a.m.
PRESTON AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM ARMISTICE WAY TO TAYLOR ST E
(Connection replacement)
Start: October 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 14, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM MATHESON DR TO JUNOR AVE
(Connection work)
Start: October 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 14, 6:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM PRINCESS ST TO DUKE ST
(Roadwork)
Start: October 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 14, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO PRESTON AVE N
(Paving)
Start: October 14, 8:00 a.m. End: October 14, 4:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO TEMPERANCE ST
(Connection replacement)
Start: October 14, 8:00 a.m. End: October 14, 4:30 p.m.
4TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 26TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: October 14, 9:00 a.m. End: October 14, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR ROAD CLOSED FROM LAURENTIAN DR TO HUNTINGTON PL
(Crack sealing)
Start: October 14, 10:00 a.m. End: October 14, 1:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED AT CLARENCE AVE N
(Sanitary sewer inspection)
Start: October 14, 10:00 p.m. End: October 15, 5:00 a.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM UNIVERSITY DR TO COLLEGE DR
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: October 14, 10:00 p.m. End: October 15, 5:00 a.m.
COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO MCKINNON AVE N
(Sanitary sewer inspection)
Start: October 14, 10:00 p.m. End: October 15, 5:00 a.m.
COLLEGE DR WB MEDIAN LANE & LEFT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM MCKINNON AVE N TO CLARENCE AVE N
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: October 14, 10:00 p.m. End: October 15, 5:00 a.m.
COLLEGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCKINNON AVE N TO CLARENCE AVE N
(Sanitary sewer inspection)
Start: October 14, 11:00 p.m. End: October 15, 5:00 a.m.
1ST AVE S SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Work)
Start: October 15, 6:00 a.m. End: October 15, 2:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM PINEHOUSE DR TO PEMBINA AVE
(Bridge City Duathlon)
Start: October 15, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 2:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB LANES CLOSED THROUGH INTERSECTION AT ACADIA DR
(Manhole repair)
Start: October 15, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 1:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT HOSPITAL DR
(Roadway patching)
Start: October 15, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 3:00 p.m.
WILLOWGROVE BLVD EB LANES CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO STENSRUD RD
(Crack sealing)
Start: October 15, 1:00 p.m. End: October 15, 4:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB & WB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER AT HEAL AVE
(Channelization)
Start: October 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 6:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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.
Special event bus service to SaskTel Centre this weekend
October 13, 2023 - 9:30am
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Calgary Hitmen at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, October 14 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:
Direct service from the Special Events Stop to see Godsmack on Sunday, October 15 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:
Sunday's regular bus service from the Downtown Terminal ends at 9:15 p.m. Plan for a safe return trip out of the downtown terminal accordingly.
Post-event drop-off is 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.
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 that helps 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.
Melville Street closed between Jasper and Portage avenues on Monday
October 13, 2023 - 9:00am
Melville Street will be closed between Jasper and Portage avenues on Monday, October 16, starting at 9:00 a.m. for a manhole repair. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take half a 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.
Clarence Avenue closed between Temperance and Aird streets on Saturday
October 13, 2023 - 8:30am
Clarence Avenue will be closed between Temperance and Aird streets on Saturday, October 14, starting at 8:00 a.m. for an emergency connection repair. 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.
Spadina Crescent closed between Pinehouse Drive and Pembina Avenue on Sunday
October 13, 2023 - 8:00am
Spadina Crescent will be closed between Pinehouse Drive and Pembina Avenue on Sunday, October 15, starting at 7:00 a.m. for the Bridge City Duathlon. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. Restrictions will be lifted at 2:00 p.m., 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.
4th Avenue closed between 25th and 26th streets on Saturday
October 13, 2023 - 7:30am
4th Avenue will be closed between 25th and 26th streets on Saturday, October 14, starting at 9:00 a.m. for construction. 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.
Avenue C ramp closed at Idylwyld Drive on Saturday
October 13, 2023 - 7:00am
Avenue C will be closed at Idylwyld Drive on Saturday, October 14, starting at 7:00 a.m. for pond maintenance. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two days 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.
Boychuk Drive closed between Arnason Crescent and Huntington Place on Saturday
October 13, 2023 - 6:30am
-
Boychuk Drive will be closed between Arnason Crescent and Laurentian Drive from 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
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Boychuk Drive will be closed between Laurentian Drive and Huntington Place from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Sections of Boychuk Drive will be closed for crack sealing on Saturday, October 14, starting at 7:00 a.m.
Road closures:
Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take half a 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.
1st Avenue closed from Princess to Duke streets on Saturday
October 13, 2023 - 6:00am
1st Avenue will be closed between Princess and Duke streets on Saturday, October 14, starting at 7:00 a.m. for roadwork. 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.
Call for Artists: Bunkhouse Studios - January 2024 Residency at Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo
October 12, 2023 - 3:30pm
- to provide opportunities for artistic expression in a civic facility
- to provide opportunities for artists to connect and learn from each other
- to inspire artists through the nature, animals, and people at the SFFP&Z and connect the SFFP&Z to a larger community
The City of Saskatoon invites emerging and established artists in all disciplines including literary, visual, music, theatre, video, multi-disciplinary, design, social practice, and performance to apply for a residency in the historic Bunkhouse at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo (SFFP&Z).
The Bunkhouse Studios is a residency program to revitalize the historic Bunkhouse at the SFFP&Z through the development and implementation of an artist studio program. The program was established in 2019 when several local artists were selected to set up studios in the Bunkhouse for an initial residency.
Program goals include:
The residency will begin January 15, 2024, until March 28, 2025. The Bunkhouse will be available from 9 am to 4 pm each day with extended hours in the summer months.
The deadline for applications is 4:30 p.m. on November 15, 2023.
For more information on selection criteria and submission requirements, please visit saskatoon.ca/bunkhouse.
Daily Road Report, October 13, 2023
October 12, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BOTTOMLEY AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Sign removal)
Start: October 13, 9:00 a.m. End: October 13, 12:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR SB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD TO FEDORUK DR
(Horizontal boring)
Start: October 10, 8:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Storm pipe repair)
Start: October 10, 8:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB & WB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER FROM NELSON RD TO HEAL AVE
(Channelization)
Start: October 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 6:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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.
Fall into clean streets: City of Saskatoon Fall Street Sweeping campaign to start Monday, October 16
October 12, 2023 - 8:00am
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Pick up leaves on the sidewalk and boulevard beside your property. Don’t push leaves onto the street because big piles of leaves slow down sweeping.
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Put loose leaves in your green cart or take them to a compost depot. Bagged leaves can go in your black cart.
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Watch for yellow No Parking signs and move your car by 7:00 a.m. on your sweep day. Refer to Find My Vehicle! to locate your vehicle if it was towed or call our Customer Care Centre at 306-975-2476.
The City of Saskatoon is set to kick off its annual Fall Street Sweeping Campaign, a crucial initiative aimed at maintaining the city's cleanliness and strategy to prevent springtime flooding.
From October 16 to October 25, street sweeping crews will be hard at work clearing the streets of fallen leaves in the city’s leafiest neighbourhoods: Buena Vista, Caswell Hill, City Park, Exhibition, Holiday Park, King George, Mayfair, Nutana, Riversdale and Varsity View. Find your sweep day at saskatoon.ca/sweep.
“Leaves can pose a challenge when they accumulate on city streets and can plug catch basins and storm drains, leading to flooding during the spring melt,” says Tracy Danielson, Roadways Manager.
“This proactive measure is a safeguard for City infrastructure and enhances the overall quality of life for residents.”
Like residential street sweeping in the spring, temporary parking restrictions will be enforced with ticketing and towing as required.
How you can help:
Service Alerts will be issued for any expected changes that may affect the sweep schedule, such as weather. Find more information at saskatoon.ca/sweep.
Fairlight Drive closed between 11th Street and McCormack Road on Thursday
October 11, 2023 - 4:00pm
Fairlight Drive will be closed between 11th Street and McCormack Road on Thursday, October 12, starting at 6:00 a.m. for CP rail repairs. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take twelve hours 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, October 12, 2023
October 11, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
FAIRLIGHT DR ROAD CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO MCCORMACK RD
(CP rail repairs)
Start: October 12, 6:00 a.m. End: October 12, 6:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Power pole maintenance)
Start: October 12, 8:00 a.m. End: October 12, 4:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM MARQUIS DR W TO APEX ST
(Work adjacent to roadway)
Start: October 12, 9:00 a.m. End: October 12, 2:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE S TO EWART AVE
(Tree planting)
Start: October 12, 9:00 a.m. End: October 12, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR SB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD TO FEDORUK DR
(Horizontal boring)
Start: October 10, 8:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM MARKET DR TO MEADOWS PKY
(Sidewalk installation)
Start: September 25, 8:00 a.m. End: October 15, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
NELSON RD EB & WB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER FROM NELSON RD TO HEAL AVE
(Channelization)
Start: October 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 6:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Storm pipe repair)
Start: October 10, 8:00 a.m. End: October 24, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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.
Upcoming sewer smoke testing – Idylwyld Crescent, Monday October 16
October 11, 2023 - 12:00pm
People using, residing on, or working on Idylwyld Crescent may notice a white smoke coming from their roofs and on their property next Monday, October 16. The City’s sewer maintenance staff will use a non-toxic liquid smoke to identify weak points in the sanitary system. Impacted residents are advised to be home throughout testing if possible.
The oil-based smoke product mimics the properties of invisible sewer gases. It will be poured into the sanitary sewer manholes in the street and tracked as it follows the pipes to identify weak points or small openings where contaminants could enter.
While the test is being carried out thick, white smoke will be visible exiting from the vent stacks and rooftop drains on houses, yard drains tied to the sewer system, and from any holes or cracks in the contained area. It is possible for the smoke to enter a home through rarely used drain traps or old plumbing. To prevent this, residents and businesses in the testing area have been advised to run water into all drains for one minute the morning of the testing.
The smoke itself is an odourless, oil-based product that appears thick and white when activated. It is a non-toxic material that has been safely used for testing and simulations for more than 25 years in Saskatoon and other municipalities.
Province asks City to help locate compatible community shelter spaces
October 10, 2023 - 5:30pm
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Two sites providing a combined total of 60 beds
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Beds in an open shelter-type hall with movable partitions
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Some private rooms with internal access
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Area suitable for staff office space
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Kitchen, showers and bathroom facilities
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Internal and external gathering spaces on site
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Proximity to other services
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Zoned appropriately for shelter/care home or applicable for Emergency Shelter zoning provision
Following the October 6 provincial government announcement of its plan for homelessness and mental health supports, the City is being asked to assist provincial ministry officials locate compatible areas where smaller-sized shelters could operate.
The province last week outlined several strategies to address the homelessness, mental health and addictions crisis in Saskatoon and other cities. The plan calls for more supports for mental health and addictions plus a three-pillar approach to addressing homelessness.
As outlined in an Administration report to the Wednesday, October 11 meeting of Governance and Priorities Committee of City Council, the provincial government program is prepared to provide funding for all the real estate, rental and operating costs for smaller-sized shelters. There would be independent service providers to operate the shelters.
Shelters with fewer beds have operated throughout Saskatoon with minimal negative impact. As noted in the report, there are successful examples of emergency shelters in Saskatoon that are similar in size to the two sites being sought for the new facilities. The report highlights the City’s role would be limited.
The proposed criteria would be:
The provincial government announcement follows recent results from the Civic Services Survey which identifies homelessness as the most important issue facing the city.
Daily Road Report, October 11, 2023
October 10, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
NELSON RD EB & WB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER FROM NELSON RD TO HEAL AVE
(Channelization)
Start: October 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 6:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO MCKINNON AVE N
(Planting trees)
Start: October 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 11, 3:00 p.m.
MCKERCHER DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM HOLLAND RD TO AVONDALE RD
(Crack sealing)
Two-way NB lanes
Start: October 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 11, 3:00 p.m.
20TH ST W EB & WB DRIVING LANES CLOSED AT AVE O S
(Roadway patching)
Traffic squeeze into parking lanes
Start: October 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 11, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD TO FEDORUK DR
(Horizontal boring)
Start: October 10, 8:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM MARKET DR TO MEADOWS PKY
(Sidewalk installation)
Start: September 25, 8:00 a.m. End: October 15, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Storm pipe repair)
Start: October 10, 8:00 a.m. End: October 24, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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 releases powerful new anti-racism video featuring Saskatchewan athletes
October 10, 2023 - 11:30am
- If you hear something wrong, offensive or hateful: step up, speak up.
- Racism is real and it’s happening all around us every day. But it doesn’t have to be that way—we can change the game.
- It’s up to current generations to change the story and create a legacy of healthy and inclusive societies.
- Be a Bridge to ending racism.
- Together we can ensure no one gets left behind.
On Saturday, Oct. 7, the City of Saskatoon launched a new anti-racism video in partnership with the City of Regina at the Saskatchewan Roughriders home game at Mosaic Stadium.
The video is a collaboration between a number of Saskatchewan sports organizations and athletes including the Saskatchewan Roughriders, the Saskatchewan Rattlers Basketball Team, Saskatoon Blades Hockey Team, USask Huskies, Fighting Sioux Lacrosse Team, Standing Buffalo Saskatchewan Lacrosse Association, and athletes Michael Linklater and Carol Lafayette-Boyd.
“Using the powerful influence of athletes, we’re seeking to shed light on racism in a way that’s inspiring, positive, and empowering,” says City of Saskatoon Mayor Charlie Clark. “We’re hoping this video will inspire people to speak up when they hear something wrong. Racism can only exist if we allow it to.”
“We build bridges of understanding and respect by engaging in open and honest conversations,” says City of Regina Mayor Sandra Masters. “When we speak up against prejudice and discrimination, we can help combat racism and create a more inclusive community for all residents.”
The City of Saskatoon’s 2022-25 Strategic Plan states that it’s a Council priority to advance work that contributes to the elimination of individual and systemic discrimination. In support of this, the City of Saskatoon shares anti-racism messages to raise the collective awareness about the presence of racism and discrimination and to encourage each of us to be a bridge.
Be a Bridge
The video can be accessed here: Be a Bridge to Ending Racism.
Daily Road Report, October 10, 2023
October 6, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCORMOND DR SB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD TO FEDORUK DR
(Horizontal boring)
Start: October 10, 8:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Storm pipe repair)
Start: October 10, 8:00 a.m. End: October 24, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO MUNROE AVE S
(Tree trimming)
Start: October 10, 9:00 a.m. End: October 10, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 10, 6:00 a.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 10, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM MARKET DR TO MEADOWS PKY
(Sidewalk installation)
Start: September 25, 8:00 a.m. End: October 15, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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.
Long Weekend Road Report, October 7-9, 2023
October 6, 2023 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
LORNE AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD ST E TO 4TH ST E
(Valve repair)
Start: October 7, 8:00 a.m. End: October 7, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(Community event)
Start: October 7, 9:00 a.m. End: October 7, 2:00 p.m.
QUEEN ST ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 9TH AVE N
(Crack sealing)
Start: October 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 8, 12:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB ROAD CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO CIRCLE DR E
(Water main repair)
Start: October 8, 8:00 a.m. End: October 8, 5:00 p.m.
CONFEDERATION DR ROAD CLOSED ALL DIRECTIONS FROM GALT CRT TO 33RD ST W
(Groundwater monitoring)
Various lane closures using a pilot truck.
Start: October 9, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 1:00 p.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM ALBERTA AVE TO MILLAR AVE
(Median restoration)
Start: October 6, 9:00 p.m. End: October 7, 7:00 a.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 7, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 8, 5:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM MARKET DR TO MEADOWS PKY
(Sidewalk installation)
Start: September 25, 8:00 a.m. End: October 15, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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.
22nd Street closed from 1st to 5th avenues on Saturday
October 6, 2023 - 10:00am
22nd Street will be closed between 1st and 5th avenues on Saturday, October 7, starting at 9:00 a.m. for a community event. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event. Roadways are expected to reopen by 2:00 p.m. 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.
Confederation Drive closed between Galt Crescent and 33rd Street W on Monday
October 6, 2023 - 8:00am
Confederation Drive will be closed between Galt Crescent and 33rd Street W on Monday, October 9, starting at 9:00 a.m. for groundwater monitoring. A pilot truck and detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take four hours 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.
Queen Street closed between 5th to 9th avenues on Sunday
October 6, 2023 - 7:00am
Queen Street will be closed between 5th and 9th avenues on Sunday, October 8, starting at 7:00 a.m. for crack sealing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take five hours 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.
Special event bus service to SaskTel Centre this weekend
October 6, 2023 - 6:30am
- 6:15 p.m.
- 6:55 p.m.
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see Daniel Caesar at SaskTel Centre TONIGHT, October 6 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:
Direct service from the Special Events Stop to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Regina Pats on Saturday, October 7 at 7 p.m., is available at the following times:
Post-event drop-off is 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.
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 that helps 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.
Lorne Avenue closed between 3rd to 4th streets on Saturday
October 6, 2023 - 6:00am
Lorne Avenue will be closed between 3rd and 4th streets on Saturday, October 7, starting at 8:00 a.m. for valve repairs. 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, October 6, 2023
October 5, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
IDYLWYLD DR S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT SASKATCHEWAN CRES E
(Minor bridge rehabilitation)
Start: October 6, 9:00 a.m. End: October 6, 3:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB MEDIAN & NEXT LANE CLOSED & WB 2 LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR W TO CONFEDERATION DR
(Minor overpass repairs)
Start: October 6, 9:00 a.m. End: October 6, 3:00 p.m.
22ND ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE H N TO AVE I N
(Groundwater monitoring)
Start: October 6, 9:30 a.m. End: October 6, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM ALBERTA AVE TO MILLAR AVE
(Median restoration)
Start: October 6, 9:00 p.m. End: October 7, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 8, 5:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 10, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM MARKET DR TO MEADOWS PKY
(Sidewalk installation)
Start: September 25, 8:00 a.m. End: October 15, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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 of Saskatoon adjusted civic services & holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 9
October 5, 2023 - 10:15am
The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 9.
The forecast ahead calls for warm fall weather over the long weekend, great news!
Consider a visit to the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo or maybe book a round or two of scenic fall golf at one of the City's courses.
Looking for other long weekend activities? Check out the City's Leisure Centre drop-in programs or plan for a first of the season skate at an indoor rink!
And as always, any of the Saskatoon Public Library locations or Remai Modern provide for a fun weekend outing!
Find all details on what's open or closed at the City, facility hours, parking requirements, Transit and Access Transit updates and more here.
City of Saskatoon adjusted civic services & holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 9
October 5, 2023 - 6:00am
The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 9.
The forecast ahead calls for warm fall weather over the long weekend, great news!
Consider a visit to the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo or maybe book a round or two of scenic fall golf at one of the City's courses.
Looking for other fun activities? Check out the City's Leisure Centre drop-in programs or plan for a first of the season skate at an indoor rink!
As always, any of the Saskatoon Public Library locations or Remai Modern provide for a fun weekend outing!
Find out all the details on what's open or closed at the City, facility hours, parking requirements, Transit and Access Transit updates and more here.
TRC Calls to Action and Sisters in Spirit Day inspire new Indigenous bus shelter art
October 4, 2023 - 1:00pm
- Confederation Drive & Massey Drive
- Rusholme Road at E.D. Feehan High School
- Broadway Avenue & 12 Street
- Clarence Avenue at Aden Bowman Collegiate
To coincide with Sisters in Spirit Day on October 4, Saskatoon Transit partnered with talented Indigenous artist Vanessa Hyggen, to unveil a new bus shelter at Preston Avenue and Adelaide Street. This is Saskatoon Transit’s fifth bus shelter in commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #79.
This year’s bus shelter was created in collaboration with family and community members affected by the tragedy of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG), as well as Two-Spirit individuals. Vanessa skillfully integrated the shared thoughts and emotions of the group. Her aim was to pay tribute to and raise awareness of the issues faced, provide a healing space, and encourage community members to speak out. The bus shelter stands as a tribute to the lives affected by this tragic issue, a call for justice, and a symbol of hope for a brighter tomorrow.
Scan the QR code on the front of the bus shelter to be directed to a webpage page that includes the full story behind the artwork, information on the committee members that inspired the piece, and previous bus shelter art projects.
For more information, visit: saskatoon.ca/trc-bus-shelter-art
The other four Saskatoon Transit bus shelters displaying Indigenous artwork are located at the following locations:
Faith Bosse, artwork committee member says: "I'm so thankful to have worked alongside the talented artists & family members who helped piece together this beautiful artwork over the past few months. As the daughter of an MMIW, it means so much to me to have something representing all of the families & our loved ones we have lost.”
Paul Trottier, artwork committee member says: “This bus shelter helps to lift the veil of silence, it expresses the voice of those who are missing, those who cannot be heard. Those who are missing are a part of someone, a life, a future, a human being. We want our loved ones back.”
Vanessa Hyggen, Indigenous artist says: “I've been honoured to work with the families who shared their stories with me. I carried their words and stories on my heart for about 3 weeks before I began to draw. Once I started to draw though, I felt like the direction of the piece all came together. I met with the committee a couple of times, received feedback, then worked to incorporate the feedback. This piece is a story, and a feeling, and I can only hope that it will help to elevate their voices, and raise the issue of Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women, Girls and Two -Spirit People.”
Charlie Clark, Mayor says: “Coinciding with the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, I am proud to be able to unveil this new shelter. The Bus Shelter Art projects placed around the city provide meaningful art displays that tie together learning, understanding, and steps towards reconciliation. I am very grateful for all of the community partners and city staff who helped make this happen. The willingness of community members to support our work in responding to the TRC Calls to Action continues to be invaluable.”
Jim Puffalt, Director of Saskatoon Transit says: “We hope this bus shelter serves as an inclusive space where everyone, regardless of their background, feels valued and protected. With Vanessa and the committee members, we have crafted a beacon of awareness and a tribute to the strength of Indigenous cultures.”
Daily Road Report, October 5, 2023
October 4, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
FAIRLIGHT DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM MCCORMACK RD TO 11TH ST W
(Crack sealing)
Two-way traffic in NB lanes.
Start: October 5, 7:00 a.m. End: October 5, 12:00 p.m.
22ND ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE H N
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: October 5, 9:00 a.m. End: October 5, 10:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR W NB & SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 33RD ST W TO AIRPORT DR
(Litter pick up)
Start: October 5, 9:00 a.m. End: October 5, 12:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD NB & SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Bridge Maintenance)
Start: October 5, 9:00 a.m. End: October 5, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 7, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 8, 5:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM MARKET DR TO MEADOWS PKY
(Sidewalk installation)
Start: September 25, 8:00 a.m. End: October 15, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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 of Saskatoon golf courses scheduled to close for the 2023 season
October 4, 2023 - 2:00pm
- Monday, October 9 –Back 9
- Sunday, October 15 - Front 9
- Sunday, October 22 - driving range
- Monday, October 9 - Executive 9
- Sunday, October 15 - Front 9
- Sunday, October 22 - Back 9 and driving range
- Sunday, October 15 – Back 9
- Sunday, October 22 - Front 9
The City of Saskatoon’s three golf courses (Holiday Park, Silverwood, and Wildwood Golf Courses) are in the process of closing for the season to ensure the maintenance requirements can be completed before winter, and the courses are in good condition for 2024. The City would like to thank all patrons for their support this year.
The last day of operation at each course is as follows:
Silverwood
Holiday Park
Wildwood
All dates are tentative and dependent on weather conditions. Golfers are advised to call the golf course to check playing conditions.
For more information about any of the City’s golf courses please visit saskatoon.ca/golf
City of Saskatoon adjusted civic services & holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 9
October 4, 2023 - 1:30pm
- Fixed route transit will run holiday service on Monday, October 9 – 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (normal fares apply).
- Access Transit will operate with holiday service on Monday, October 9 – 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedures (8:15 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.).
- Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays.
- OnDemand service will not be available on Monday, October 9.
- Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed for walk-in customers on Monday, October 9, but phone lines (306-975-3100) will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Motorists are reminded that all parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.
- The Impound Lot will be closed to the public on Monday, October 9. Vehicles will be released to the public as usual on Tuesday, October 10. Information on Vehicle Seizures
- Garbage (Black Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- Recycling (Blue Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- Organics (Green Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- For collection schedules and reminders, get the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app or visit saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar
- The Landfill is open over the long weekend from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/landfill
- The compost depots are open over the long weekend with normal operating hours.
- West Compost Depot – open 7 days a week, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- East Compost Depot – open Thursday to Monday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/compostdepots
- The cemetery office is closed on Monday, October 9.
- Cemetery grounds are open to the public 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual.
- Zoo – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Zoo Gift Shop – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
LEISURE CENTRES
- Cosmo Civic Centre – CLOSED Monday, October 9
- Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre Closed for facility upgrade. Learn more at saskatoon.ca/harrybailey.
- Lakewood Civic Centre – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Lawson Civic Centre – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saskatoon Field House – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Shaw Centre – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Terry Fox Track– Saturday (October 7) - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday (October 8) and Monday (October 9) - CLOSED
- ACT - Parent & Tot skating regular hours of operation from 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
- Cosmo Arena – Parent & Tot skating cancelled Monday, October 9
The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 9 as follows:
CITY HALL
All Administrative Offices are closed on Monday, October 9, and will reopen Tuesday, October 10 at 8 a.m.
ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES
Check here for detailed long weekend road restrictions for priority one roadways.
REMAI MODERN
Remai Modern will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 9.
SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY
All library locations will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 9.
SASKATOON TRANSIT
PAY PARKING
Parking payment is not required on Monday, October 9.
MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT
WASTE COLLECTIONS
LANDFILL
COMPOST DEPOTS
WOODLAWN CEMETERY
SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO
Regular Hours of Operation:
Search for drop-in program information including fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions and fitness programs on Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline.
GOLF COURSES
Holiday Park, Silverwood and Wildwood golf courses are open regular hours of operation 8 a.m. to dusk. Monday, October 9 will be last day of operation for Silverwood Back 9 and Holiday Park Executive 9.
INDOOR RINKS
Search the public and parent and tot schedules on Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline.
Search the public and parent and tot schedules on Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline.
NOTIFYNOW
Residents are encouraged to sign-up to notifynow for timely and targeted public safety messages. Notifynow is a free service. Tell us how to best reach you on your preferred communication device. Visit saskatoon.ca/notifynow for more information.
YXE SERVICE ALERTS
For information and updates on service disruptions such as power or water check saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @yxeservicealert on Twitter.
Marquis Drive closed between Arthur Rose and Kochar avenues starting Thursday
October 4, 2023 - 10:00am
Marquis Drive will be closed between Arthur Rose and Kochar avenues on Thursday, October 5th, starting at 6:00 a.m. for railway track repairs. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take twenty-four hours 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.
Bus service to Blades vs. Oil Kings
October 4, 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 Edmonton Oil Kings at SaskTel Centre tonight (October 4) at 7 p.m., is available at the following times:
Post event drop-off is 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 - October 4, 2023
October 3, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 7:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N VARIOUS NB & SB LANE CLOSURES FROM 40TH ST E TO 45TH ST E
(Litter pickup)
Start: October 4, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 12:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD NB MEDIAN LANE & SB LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Deck maintenance )
Start: October 4, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 3:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO MCKINNON AVE N
(Tree planting)
Start: October 4, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 7, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 8, 5:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM MARKET DR TO MEADOWS PKY
(Sidewalk installation)
Start: September 25, 8:00 a.m. End: October 15, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault Repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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.
Water treatment program accepting applications for January 2024 intake
October 3, 2023 - 10:00am
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Grade 12 or GED
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Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s Licence
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Driver Abstract (within the last 3 months)
-
Resumé (including 3 references)
The kanātan nipīy (water is clean) Water Distribution & Collection Training Course is delivering its next session between January 29 and March 29, 2024. Applications will be processed on a first come, first served basis.
This course is just 9 weeks long and it provides the training needed to work in water and wastewater treatment—including at the City of Saskatoon where 13 of the 29 program graduates have found employment. The course content and delivery are coordinated by Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the Radius Community Centre.
Application Info: Send copies of the following admission requirements to kanatannipiy.project@gmail.com:
This program was developed in response to the TRC Call to Action to provide pathways to employment for Indigenous learners. As such, admission preference is given to Indigenous applicants. Funding supports may be available for persons qualifying through referral by program partners including the Saskatoon Tribal Council and Gabriel Dumont Institute.
City of Saskatoon and Downtown Saskatoon launch Poetry Downtown project
October 3, 2023 - 9:00am
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to reflect on the theme of Kindness – acts of
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to provide opportunities for artistic expression in the city centre
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to inspire the public through poetry
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to connect the work of local poets to the community
The Poetry Downtown project features poems from ten local poets displayed on the Third Avenue poster directories between 19th Street and 23rd Street in Downtown Saskatoon. The theme of the project is Kindness – acts of.
Launched at the beginning of October, the project will be on display until May 31, 2024. A Call for Submissions was issued in March of 2023. Selected poets and their poem titles are: Bronwen McRae: Kindness, Danica Lorer: Treats, Danielle Richardson: In a Garden, Elaine Nieman: A Reflection on Kindness, Jaime Speed: Home, Josiah Nelson: Love Poem, Rita Bouvier: say it ki sî wâ ti sô win, Robert Benz: Anthem, Sonia McWilliams: Kindness, and Tyler Lee: Saviours.
The goals of the project are:
A walking tour of the Poetry Downtown project, with readings by the poets, will be taking place on Saturday, October 14 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The tour starts at the Senator Hotel (corner of Third Avenue and 21st Street). Participants are asked to register in advance: dtnyxe.ca/poetry-downtown
Poetry Downtown was inspired by a challenge from Parliamentary Poet Laureate of Canada Louise Halfe encouraging municipalities to bring poetry to public places.
The public is encouraged to walk along Third Avenue and reflect on the poetry. The Poetry Downtown project is a partnership with Downtown Saskatoon.
For more information, please visit saskatoon.ca/artsandculture.
Daily Road Report - October 3, 2023
September 29, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
PRESTON AVE S SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Bridge repairs)
Start: October 3, 9:00 a.m. End: October 3, 3:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO MUNROE AVE S
(Tree trimming)
Start: October 3, 9:00 a.m. End: October 3, 3:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE F N TO AVE E N
(Valve repair)
Start: October 3, 10:00 a.m. End: October 3, 1:00 p.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR E WB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO SPADINA CRES E
(Bridge construction)
Start: October 2, 6:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge construction)
Start: October 2, 6:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: October 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
ZIMMERMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM MARKET DR TO MEADOWS PKY
(Sidewalk installation)
Start: September 25, 8:00 a.m. End: October 15, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 19TH ST E
(SL&P manhole repair)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: November 3, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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.