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More than 12 centimetres of snow accumulated in Saskatoon so far today since Monday night. The City of Saskatoon’s focus is on keeping the driving lanes of Circle Drive and other highly travelled roads such as Idylwyld Drive, College Drive, 8th Street and 22nd Street, clear for safe travel. Road crews are spreading salt and sand at high-risk locations like busy intersections, bridge decks and ramps to reduce icing and help with traction.  

Strong gusting winds are creating additional challenges with visibility, blowing salt and sand away, and re-developing snow drifts. Crews continue to address known problem areas and additional contractor resources have been engaged to support ongoing efforts.  

Saskatoon Transit operations are experiencing weather-related delays: 

• Fixed-route service is generally running late due to snow and slippery road conditions. Detours and delays are expected until roadways and bus stops are fully cleared. Operators may not be able to access some streets in outlying neighbourhoods where more snow and snow drifts are occurring.    

• Access Transit service is experiencing delays. Service will continue to be prioritized for essential trips, including medical appointments. Customers are encouraged to reschedule any non-essential or leisure trips. 

• OnDemand service will operate on cleared roadways that are accessible to operators.  

• The Transit Customer Service Centre is open for walk-in customers from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; however customers are asked to call 306-975-3100 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. if their trip to the Customer Service Centre is not essential. For updates check the real-time mobile app, transit or visit saskatoontransit.ca/service-alerts. 

While clearing snow, please do not push or blow it into the street. This creates a greater risk for vehicles to get stuck. Instead, pile the snow on your property, as per Bylaw No. 8463 The Sidewalk Clearing Bylaw, 2005. 

Residents are encouraged to stay informed about snow grading efforts and the list of Priority Streets by visiting saskatoon.ca/snow and following the City’s social media channels. Stay in the know by checking the latest Snow & Ice Report posted to saskatoon.ca/snowreport.  

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

NEW

AIRPORT DR SB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM CLAYPOOL DR TO CYNTHIA ST
(Pipe installation)
Start: November 20, 9:00 a.m. End: November 20, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CLAYPOOL DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT MCCLOCKLIN RD
(Construction)
Start: November 19, 8:00 a.m. End: November 20, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED AT MCORMOND DR
(Intersection construction)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in EB lanes
Start: September 23, 7:00 a.m. End: November 22, 4:30 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: November 22, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 6TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(SL&P construction)
Start: August 7, 8:00 a.m. End: November 27, 5:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 29, 4:00 p.m.

19TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Construction)
Start: November 19, 7:00 a.m. End: December 11, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 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.

Saskatoon received just under 10 centimeters of snow overnight. City snow crews were working through the night and will continue to focus on keeping high speed and high traffic streets, intersections and bridge decks clear while it’s still snowing. Even with the use of de-icing material, extra moisture may cause slippery conditions during peak driving times, especially on bridges.

The first snow event of the season was declared this morning, which means contractors are called in to assist City crews with clean-up. Today, there are ­25 graders, 11 sanders, 7 plows and 5 sidewalk plows moving around the city.

The snow event response follows the Priority Street system:

Priority 1 – Freeways and major arterials. This includes Circle Dr and streets with three+ lanes each way like Idylwyld Dr, 22nd St and College Dr.

Priority 2 - Arterials with double-lanes and bus routes. Double-lane streets like Clarence Ave, McKercher Dr and Millar Ave.

Priority 3 - Collector streets, remaining Business Improvement District streets and school zones. These streets take you through your neighbourhood like Louise Ave, Howell Ave, and Main St.

Drivers should be aware of changing weather that can affect road and sidewalk conditions and adjust their driving for the conditions. Leave extra room and watch for blue and yellow flashing lights on road equipment.

Learn more about winter road maintenance at saskatoon.ca/snow and stay in the snow at http://www.saskatoon.ca/snowreport.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Medicine Hat Tigers at SaskTel Centre on Tuesday, November 19 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:45 p.m.
• 6:25 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at 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. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

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 to help 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.

Due to damage, a section of the lighting at the Lawson Recycling Depot is currently out of service and will remain unavailable for an extended period. For greater visibility and safety, residents are encouraged to visit the depot during daylight hours. Alternatively, residents may visit one of the City’s other Recycling Depots at night where lighting remains available.

The City has three Recycling Depots available for residential use:

• Lawson Heights, located off Primrose Drive
• University Heights, located off Lowe Road
• Lakeview, located on McKercher Drive near the Lakewood Civic Centre

Residents can also drop off household recycling for free at Sort & Go at the Material Recovery Centre (MRC), located at 42 Valley Road. The MRC is open 7 days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and will provide updates as they become available regarding the repairs.

For more information, please visit saskatoon.ca/recyclingdepots.

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

NEW

19TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Construction)
Start: November 19, 7:00 a.m. End: December 11, 5:00 p.m.

CLAYPOOL DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT MCCLOCKLIN RD
(Construction)
Start: November 19, 8:00 a.m. End: November 20, 5:00 p.m.

CONFEDERATION DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM GALT CRT TO 33RD ST W
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: November 19, 9:00 a.m. End: November 19, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

BROADWAY AVE 4-WAY STOP AT TAYLOR ST E
(Streetlight upgrades)
Start: November 12, 9:00 a.m. End: November 19, 4:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 6TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(SL&P construction)
Start: August 7, 8:00 a.m. End: November 19, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO MOSS AVE
(Construction)
Start: October 21, 7:00 a.m. End: November 20, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON BLVD SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HASSARD WAY TO 22ND ST W
(Sign installation)
Start: November 18, 8:00 a.m. End: November 20, 4:30 p.m.

8TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED AT MCORMOND DR
(Intersection construction)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in EB lanes
Start: September 23, 7:00 a.m. End: November 22, 4:30 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: November 22, 5:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 29, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 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.

The City of Saskatoon is ready to respond to changing road conditions over the next couple of days. Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting snow and gusty winds tonight and tomorrow. 

Should winter conditions develop, 16 sanders and eight plow trucks will prioritize Circle Drive, expressways, bridge decks, ramps and high-traffic intersections to maintain safe travel conditions during the morning commute and throughout the snowfall. De-icing treatments will be ongoing as needed. 

With snow and below-zero temperatures in the forecast, drivers are reminded to adjust their speed, maintain a safe following distance and give road equipment—indicated by blue and amber flashing lights—the space needed to operate safely. 

For more information on winter road maintenance, visit saskatoon.ca/snow. 

The City’s telephone service provider is currently experiencing issues which is resulting in poor call quality and occasional dropped calls on some of our phone lines.

We are working with the service provider to resolve the current issues and we want to thank you for your patience. Please connect with us online at Saskatoon.ca, via email, in-person at Saskatoon City Hall, or via Facebook, X, or Instagram. If you have an urgent matter please contact Service Saskatoon at 306-975-2476.

Environment and Climate Change Canada is advising freezing rain Saturday morning and continuing throughout the day, possibly ending in the early afternoon. City crews are fully prepared to manage the road conditions. 

Roadway crews with 10 Sander units will monitor priority streets, on and off ramps and bridge decks and apply de-icing treatments, starting with Circle Drive and expressways, and will continue to maintain city streets as long as the weather persists. 

With freezing rain, and subzero temperatures in the forecast, road conditions can become dangerous. Drivers are encouraged to adjust to winter conditions, keeping a safe distance from other vehicles. 

Please give road equipment the space they need to operate, signaled by their blue and amber flashing lights. 

For more information on winter road maintenance, visit saskatoon.ca/snow. 

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

NEW

CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM BUTE ST TO CASCADE ST
(Connection replacement)
Start: November 18, 8:00 a.m. End: November 18, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON BLVD SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HASSARD WAY TO 22ND ST W
(Sign installation)
Start: November 18, 8:00 a.m. End: November 20, 4:30 p.m.

ONGOING

24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 6TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(SL&P construction)
Start: August 7, 8:00 a.m. End: November 19, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO MOSS AVE
(Construction)
Start: October 21, 7:00 a.m. End: November 15, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED AT MCORMOND DR
(Intersection construction)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in EB lanes
Start: September 23, 7:00 a.m. End: November 22, 4:30 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: November 22, 5:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 29, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 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.