News Releases

The Province of Saskatchewan has approved the City of Saskatoon’s application to be officially designated as an Eligible Assistance Area that qualifies for the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP).

This means that Saskatoon residents who experienced flooding and property damage due to the significant rainfall on August 8, 2025, may now apply to the Province for financial assistance through the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP).

Residents, please note:

• The PDAP program is wholly administered by the Province of Saskatchewan - PDAP is not a City of Saskatoon program.
• The Province via PDAP makes all decisions regarding your claim.
• Please direct all questions regarding the PDAP application process for your claim to the numbers provided in the province's PDAP Fact Sheet, it outlines all the details you’ll need to know.

PDAP Information packages (including a printed application form) are available for pick up at the Information Desk in the lobby of City Hall at 222 3^rd Ave North starting Monday, September 15, 2025.

Important dates for residents to be aware of with respect to the potential claim you submit to the Province:

• Your claim must be submitted to PDAP by February 8, 2026
• All repair work must be completed by August 8, 2026.

Check the 2025 PDAP General Claim Guidelines to learn everything you’ll need to get started on your PDAP claim application to the Province, here are your forms:

• PDAP Private Property Fillable Application Form
• PDAP Printable Application Form

Questions? Residents are to call PDAP directly at (306) 787-7800 or the toll-free line at 1-866-632-4033. The Provincial Office is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Meadows Parkway will be closed between Meadows Boulevard and Zimmerman Road starting Tuesday, September 16, at 7:00 a.m. for service installations. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. This project is expected to take two weeks 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.

Looking for a new opportunity where you can serve your city? The City of Saskatoon is inviting applications from engaged and committed residents who want to take an active role in shaping decisions that impact our city.

Civic boards, committees and commissions rely on dedicated volunteers to share their diverse perspectives, skills and experience. By serving, you’ll contribute to the development and enhancement of City policies, programs and services and help City Council build a stronger, more inclusive Saskatoon.

Together, we are stronger. Together, we shape Saskatoon.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage submissions from Indigenous peoples, equity-deserving and ethnically diverse communities, immigrants, members of the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, persons with disabilities, youth aged 16–23 and other underrepresented groups.

There’s a wide range of meaningful opportunities where you can share your knowledge, experience, and passion. From Controlled Corporations like the Boards for TCU Place, SaskTel Centre and Remai Modern Art Gallery of Saskatchewan, to Statutory Boards such as the Board of Police Commissioners and the Saskatoon Public Library Board, and numerous advisory committees and appeals boards.

Review the complete list of our open positions, term length and duties, and apply online at saskatoon.ca/boards before 5 p.m., Friday, October 3, 2025. Your application must include your resume and two letters of reference. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For more information on the application process, email online.appointments@saskatoon.ca or call the City Clerk’s Office at 306-975-3240.

Apply today! Visit saskatoon.ca/boards

22nd Street will be closed between 5th Avenue and Spadina Crescent on Tuesday, September 16, starting at 7:00 a.m. for the United Way Campaign Kickoff. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event. This closure is expected to be lifted after 4:00 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.