News Releases

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

NEW

AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 30TH ST W TO 31ST ST W
(Connection replacement)
Start: December 2, 8:00 a.m. End: December 3, 12:00 p.m.

WARMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED AT ASSINIBOINE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: December 2, 9:00 a.m. End: December 2, 12:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND ST W TO KILBURN AVE
(Construction)
Start: December 2, 9:00 a.m. End: December 2, 1:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CAMPUS DR TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Link station construction)
Start: December 2, 9:00 a.m. End: December 2, 5:00 p.m.

MCCORMACK RD WB LANES CLOSED AT NEEDHAM CRES
(Sewer inspection)
Start: December 2, 10:00 a.m. End: December 2, 12:00 p.m.

WARMAN RD NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT ASSINIBOINE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: December 2, 12:00 p.m. End: December 2, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

25TH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM 6TH AVE N TO SPADINA CRES E
(Valve installation)
Start: November 3, 7:00 a.m. End: December 3, 5:00 p.m.

VALLEY RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT DUNDONALD AVE
(Ditch work)
Start: November 17, 7:00 a.m. End: December 5, 5:00 p.m.

BOYCHUK DR NB LANES CLOSED FROM AULD CRES TO MALCOLM PL
(Power line maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in SB lanes
Start: December 1, 7:00 a.m. End: December 5, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ASPEN RIDGE ST TO HENRY DAYDAY RD
(Construction)
Start: December 1, 9:00 a.m. End: December 5, 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.

The holiday season brings joy, warmth and increased fire risks. Extra lights, candles, space heaters, fireplaces and festive decorations can create hazards if not used safely. The Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) reminds you to keep your celebrations safe with these simple tips:

Trees

• Choose a tree with fresh green needles and water it daily. A dry tree can catch fire easily.
• Have an emergency escape plan and make sure your Christmas tree and other decorations are not blocking exits such as windows or doors.

Electrical

• Check holiday lights for frayed wires, damaged sockets or loose bulbs.
• Avoid overloading circuits and electrical outlets. Too many plugs and extension cords can cause overheating and lead to a fire.
• Turn off all holiday lights before leaving home or going to bed.
• Make sure all electrical cords are tucked away and kept neat and tidy. When cords are exposed, pets can be tempted to chew on them, or people could trip and fall.

Heating

• Give your heater a metre. Clothes, curtains, furniture and other combustible objects that are too close to a heat source can catch fire.
• Never leave space heaters unattended.

Cooking

• Watch what you heat. Unattended cooking is a leading cause of kitchen fires.
• Keep flammable objects away from the stove. Objects too close to the burner can catch fire.

Candles

• Consider using flameless candles when decorating your home.
• If using real candles, blow them out before leaving the room or going to bed.

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms

• Test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms monthly.
• For non-sealed alarms: Replace old batteries yearly or when you hear a low-battery warning beep.
• For sealed alarms: Replace the alarm unit every 8-10 years, as the battery is not user-replaceable.

SFD encourages everyone to take extra precautions this holiday season to keep celebrations safe and free from fires.

SFD wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season!

Avenue H will be closed between 30th and 31st streets starting Tuesday, December 2, at 8:00 a.m. for a connection replacement. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. 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.

Saskatoon City Council approved the City’s 2026/2027 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget today. Council deliberated for over 30 hours, heard input from 30 speakers and considered over 75 written submissions.

The approved budget prioritizes core services like public safety and transportation infrastructure while addressing emerging priorities including affordable housing and homelessness.

“This budget reflects our commitment to building a strong, safe and inclusive Saskatoon,” says Mayor Cynthia Block. “At a time when inflation is putting real pressure on both households and City operations, Council made thoughtful, responsible choices that protect our core services and invest in what matters most - our roads and sidewalks, our parks and natural spaces and the safety and well-being of our residents.

“We are strengthening our police and fire services, supporting an Indigenous-led peacekeeping pilot in the core, and increasing our investment in affordable housing. These are investments in our future, and they ensure Saskatoon remains a vibrant, resilient city for everyone.”

Over the next two years, City Council’s approved initiatives will strengthen neighborhoods, expand infrastructure to support a growing city and promote long-term sustainability. 

Key investments include:

• $84.4M in 2026 and $89.4M in 2027 to resurface roadways, improve network reliability and maintain winter snow clearing standards across a larger service area.
• $18.17M in 2026 and $19.26M in 2027, the largest ever investment in the City’s Facility Maintenance Program to preserve and protect our assets such as City- owned buildings.
• $600,000 in 2026 and $1.00M in 2027 to provide Police support focused on Saskatoon Transit public safety.

Along with these investments, the 2026/2027 Budget maintains the City's decade-long commitment to fiscal discipline. When adjusted for inflation and population growth, Saskatoon's operating spending per resident in 2026 is approximately 10 per cent lower than in 2015. This budget continues this approach while still making the needed strategic investments to address both existing priorities and emerging opportunities.

To fund these investments, Council reduced the preliminary 2026 Budget by $4.92M, and the 2027 Budget by $549,100 to result in a final municipal property tax rate of 6.70 per cent in 2026 and 5.81 per cent in 2027. For a property owner with an average assessed value of $394,200, this means an increase of $13.18 per month ($158.19 annually) in 2026, and $12.20 per month ($146.45 annually) in 2027.

"City Council's budget decisions balance the opportunities and pressures that come with adding 25,000 residents in just two years," says City Manager Jeff Jorgenson. "The investments in this multi-year budget position the City to address our community's most critical infrastructure needs and service demands, while maintaining financial discipline. The collective decisions of City Council over this past week also enable us to continue our high-performance organizational journey by not just doing more work, but by doing it better. Administration is ready to deliver on Council's direction."

According to the Multi-Year Budget and Business Plan Policy, City Council retains flexibility to make budgetary adjustments in response to unforeseen events or circumstances. More information on this process will be provided in 2026.

The City thanks all residents, organizations, and businesses who shared input prior to and during budget deliberations. Your feedback helped shape investment decisions that matter most to our community.

The finalized 2026/2027 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget document will be available at saskatoon.ca/budget in the new year.

Visit saskatoon.ca/budget to review key investment highlights from Council's approved 2026/2027 Budget.