News Releases

Saskatoon Transit will detour several routes starting Monday, May 12, 2025, due to the full closure of the Broadway Bridge for scheduled rehabilitation. The project, which is expected to continue for approximately six months, will also coincide with the start of construction for four new Link station platforms on Broadway Avenue as part of the upcoming rapid transit system.

Bus stops on Broadway Avenue, between 12th and 8th Streets, will be temporarily relocated to Victoria Avenue with new short-term signage. Two downtown stops on 19th Street near the Broadway Bridge will also close. Closed bus stops will direct riders to nearby stops for eastbound or westbound travel.

Saskatoon Transit routes to and from downtown will use Victoria Avenue and the Traffic Bridge.

• Westbound Service: Routes 8 and the Oskāyak High School Route.
• Eastbound Service: Routes 81, 82, 84, 86.

As a reminder, the four temporary stops on Victoria Avenue will have parking restrictions limited to the areas necessary for bus stop placement, approximately 25 meters per stop.

Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.      

If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Saskatoon Transit customer service team at transit.services@saskatoon.ca or 306.975.3100.

We thank our customers for their patience and cooperation through these service interruptions.

Saskatoon Transit information: saskatoontransit.ca/broadwaybridge

Broadway Bridge project information: saskatoon.ca/construction

Saskatoon Transit contracted the Canadian Urban Transit Research and Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC) through the National Planning Service for the Government of Canada’s Zero Emission Transit Fund, to create a comprehensive Zero Emissions Bus (ZEB) Implementation Plan. The plan assessed Saskatoon Transit's readiness to transition to a fully zero emission bus fleet.

The study considers economic, technological, social and environmental benefits, risks and constraints of investing in zero emission buses and supporting infrastructure in Saskatoon using three scenarios: full battery electric bus (BEB) fleet, full hydrogen fuel cell electric bus (FCEB) fleet and a fleet with a mix of both.

Both battery electric and hydrogen-powered buses rely significantly on the power grid for charging or fuel production. Saskatchewan power plants use fossil fuels such as coal and natural gas to generate electricity, which emit greenhouse gases and offset the benefits of reduced tailpipe emissions from zero emission buses.

Financial cost is also a significant factor, as the total life cycle cost (15 years) of a fleet of 100% FCEBs would cost $1.1 billion using current prices and $18.2 million for facility retrofits. A fleet of 100% BEBs would have a total life cycle cost (15 years) of $479.2 million and require $47.7 million in facility costs and on-route charging infrastructure.

“The data and analysis in the zero emissions bus study provide a roadmap for Saskatoon Transit to follow when power is generated by a higher proportion of renewable energy sources in Saskatchewan,” says Mike Moellenbeck, Director of Saskatoon Transit. “Saskatoon Transit will continue to monitor advancements in technology, funding programs and changes in the power grid to transition to ZEBs when it is feasible.”

"Transit decarbonization is a critical pathway to the reduction of emissions at the municipal level. But based on the carbon intensity of provincial grids, electrification is not always a slam dunk because of pollution from electrical grids,” says Josipa Petrunic, President and CEO of CUTRIC. “As the provincial grid system decarbonizes in upcoming decades, electrification will become a more viable option for cities like Saskatoon as they transition away from fossil fuels."

A new Transit fleet renewal strategy for annual diesel bus purchases will be presented to City Council’s Standing Policy Committee on Transportation (SPCT) for consideration in June.

For more information, please refer to the Full-Fleet Zero Emission Bus Implementation Plan - CUTRIC Report on the agenda for today's SPCT meeting.

33rd Street will be closed at 6th Avenue on Wednesday, May 7, starting at 8:00 a.m. for water main work. 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.

7th Avenue will be closed at Windsor Street on Wednesday, May 7, starting at 7:00 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.

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

NEW

LORNE AVE DRIVING LANES CLOSED AT 3RD ST E
(Sewer lining)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in parking lanes
Start: May 6, 8:00 a.m. End: May 6, 12:00 p.m.

20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE T S TO AVE U S
(Water main repair)
Start: May 6, 8:00 a.m. End: May 6, 4:30 p.m.

WARMAN RD NB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM HAZEN ST TO CIRCLE DR E
(Catch basin repair)
Start: May 6, 11:00 a.m. End: May 6, 2:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM AIRPORT DR TO AVE C N
(Street sweeping)
Start: May 5, 8:00 p.m. End: May 6, 6:00 a.m.

MARQUIS DR W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR N TO THATCHER AVE
(Median concrete work)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 8, 4:30 p.m.

AVE W S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO APPLEBY DR
(Drilling)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 8, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE U S
(Drilling)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 8, 5:00 p.m.

AVE W S NB LANES CLOSED FROM DUDLEY ST TO 11TH ST W
(Drilling)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 8, 5:00 p.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO ADELAIDE ST E
(Sidewalk repairs)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in SB lanes
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: May 9, 5:00 p.m.

FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ORBAN WAY
(Construction)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 9, 5:00 p.m.

RUSSELL RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM NORDSTRUM RD TO LENORE DR
(Concrete work)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 11, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 5TH AVE N
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 9:00 a.m. End: May 11, 5:00 p.m.

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 18, 5:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Concrete replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in SB lanes
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 18, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W SB SHOULDER CLOSED; SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

Starting May 7, 2025, residents can drop off their Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) every Wednesday at the Material Recovery Centre.

The weekly collection program makes it easier for residents to dispose of items that should not be thrown in regular garbage or recycling bins due to their potential harm to the environment and public health. Accepted items include aerosols, automotive fluids, cleaners, cylinders, light bulbs, yard chemicals and more. Complete lists of acceptable and unacceptable items are available at saskatoon.ca/hazardouswaste.

HHW will be accepted every Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Material Recovery Centre, located at 42 Valley Road.

The City encourages residents to take advantage of this free service to ensure these materials are handled in an environmentally responsible manner.

Reminders:

• The program is open to residents with household products only – no commercial loads will be accepted.
• Containers used for transporting HHW may not be returned to the participants.
• Please ensure all containers are safely sealed and clearly labelled.
• To avoid potentially long line-ups and wait times, ask the Waste Wizard at saskatoon.ca/wastewizard to find other means of recycling and safe disposal.

Thank you for helping us put waste in the right place.

20th Street will be closed between Avenues T and U on Tuesday, May 6, starting at 8:00 a.m. for a water main 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.

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

NEW

MARQUIS DR W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR N TO THATCHER AVE
(Median concrete work)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 8, 4:30 p.m.

AVE W S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO APPLEBY DR
(Drilling)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 8, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE U S
(Drilling)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 8, 5:00 p.m.

AVE W S NB LANES CLOSED FROM DUDLEY ST TO 11TH ST W
(Drilling)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 8, 5:00 p.m.

FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ORBAN WAY
(Construction)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 9, 5:00 p.m.

RUSSELL RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM NORDSTRUM RD TO LENORE DR
(Concrete work)
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 11, 5:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Concrete replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in SB lanes
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 18, 5:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E SB LANES CLOSED FROM DUKE ST TO QUEEN ST
(Sewer lining)
Start: May 5, 9:00 a.m. End: May 5, 2:00 p.m.

LORNE AVE NB & SB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER AT 4TH ST W
(Sewer lining)
Start: May 5, 9:00 a.m. End: May 5, 3:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM LANSDOWNE AVE TO DUFFERIN AVE
(Manhole repair)
EB traffic squeezed into parking lane
Start: May 5, 11:00 a.m. End: May 5, 2:00 p.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE S NB & SB DRIVING LANES CLOSED AT 12TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in parking lanes
Start: May 5, 12:00 p.m. End: May 5, 4:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM AIRPORT DR TO AVE C N
(Street sweeping)
Start: May 5, 8:00 p.m. End: May 6, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

CUMBERLAND AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO ADELAIDE ST E
(Sidewalk repairs)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in SB lanes
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: May 9, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 5TH AVE N
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 9:00 a.m. End: May 11, 5:00 p.m.

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W SB SHOULDER CLOSED; SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.

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

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

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

NEW

19TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 4TH AVE S
(Sewer lining)
Start: May 3, 8:00 a.m. End: May 3, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT WIGGINS AVE S
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: May 3, 10:00 a.m. End: May 3, 2:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W WB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR N TO AVE C N
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 4, 7:00 a.m. End: May 4, 3:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E SB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 4, 7:00 a.m. End: May 4, 3:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM AVE K S TO AVE I S
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 4, 7:00 a.m. End: May 4, 3:00 p.m.

23RD ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 5TH AVE N
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 4, 7:00 a.m. End: May 4, 3:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S NB CURB, CENTRE & MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 4, 7:00 a.m. End: May 4, 3:00 p.m.

1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT QUEEN ST
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 4, 7:00 a.m. End: May 4, 3:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Battle of the Atlantic Parade)
Start: May 4, 8:00 a.m. End: May 4, 1:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Water main repair)
Start: May 4, 8:00 a.m. End: May 4, 5:00 p.m.

MCKERCHER DR NB LANES CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Water main repair)
Start: May 4, 8:00 a.m. End: May 4, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

TRAFFIC BRIDGE CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 11TH ST E
(Bridge cleaning)
Start: May 2, 7:00 p.m. End: May 3, 5:00 a.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO ADELAIDE ST E
(Sidewalk repairs)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in SB lanes
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: May 9, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 5TH AVE N
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 9:00 a.m. End: May 11, 5:00 p.m.

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W SB SHOULDER CLOSED; SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 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.

An employment program designed to make community safety and well-being improvements is underway in Saskatoon. 

To acknowledge the launch of the Saskatoon Wellbeing Employment Enterprise Program (SWEEP) and in preparation for Red Dress Day on May 5, a smudging ceremony had taken place this morning to coincide with the cleaning and maintenance of the Red Star Dancer monument located outside the Saskatoon Police Service headquarters.

The monument, known as "Wicanhi Duta Win” (Red Star Woman), is a sculpture that honours missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. To go about the cleaning of the monument in a good way, an all-female SWEEP team had tasked with the cleaning.

SWEEP is a collaborative initiative between the City and Quint Development Corporation (Quint), funded by Public Safety Canada’s Building Safer Communities Fund (BSCF). The program goal intends to enhance community safety and well-being through the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). By focusing on environmental improvements, SWEEP aims to reduce crime and foster a sense of security within neighbourhoods. The pilot program will run until March 2026.

“SWEEP is a testament to the City's commitment to fostering an inclusive and safe community. By collaborating with the community, we can support residents by creating jobs that might not otherwise exist due to barriers and past experiences. This allows us to build a stronger and safer Saskatoon while also enhancing community safety and well-being,” says Tenille Thomson, Community Development Manager. “The cleaning of the Red Star Dancer monument is just one example of the great work performed by SWEEP's crews and represents the many successes that have emerged out of this program."

The program, operated by Quint, provides employment opportunities for community members who are leaving a correctional life or who may face significant barriers to workforce entry. Individuals have a chance to rebuild their lives through stable employment, which is complemented by comprehensive support services. SWEEP crew members receive life-skills training and wraparound support, including assistance with housing, family reconnection and navigating parole. This holistic approach ensures that participants are well-equipped to reintegrate into society and contribute positively to their communities.

“SWEEP is a unique social enterprise that addresses unjust social and economic barriers and embodies our organization's mission. The program stacks positive outcomes, both revitalizing our neighbourhoods and empowering participants to transform their lives. In less than a year, we have already seen the remarkable impact SWEEP has had not only on our participants but also the community at large,” says Kristen Thoms, Executive Director, Quint Development Corp.

SWEEP’s services are dedicated to tasks that improve overall public safety, cleanliness and community wellbeing. Examples of work performed by SWEEP crews include:

• Trash removal and diversion
• Graffiti maintenance
• Biological waste removal
• Additional supports to City operations

Those who are interested in hiring a SWEEP crew can do so by contacting Quint at info@quintsaskatoon.ca.

For additional information about SWEEP, visit: quintsaskatoon.ca/sweep.