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The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1.

CITY HALL

City Hall will be closed on Wednesday, July 1 and will reopen on Thursday, July 2 at 8 a.m.

ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES

Check here for detailed road restrictions for priority one roadways.
Check here for downtown road restrictions in place for the annual Canada Day event.

REMAI MODERN

Remai Modern will remain open on Wednesday, July 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY

All Saskatoon Public Library locations will be closed on Wednesday, July 1.

SASKATOON TRANSIT

• Fixed-route transit will run holiday service hours on July 1 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. (2026 adjusted fares apply)
  • Please consult the mobile app transit to plan your trip
  • Immediately following the Canada Day fireworks event downtown, free service will be provided on special routes on either side of the river
    • 3rd Avenue and 19th Street
    • Victoria Avenue and 11th Street
  • Visit saskatoontransit.ca
• OnDemand service will not be available on July 1
• Access Transit will operate holiday service hours on July 1 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedures
  • Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays
  • For downtown Canada Day celebrations, Access Transit pickups and drop-offs will be at the temporary stop on 19th Street and 2nd Avenue near the Nutrien Tower
• Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed for walk-in customers on July 1, but phone lines (306.975.3100) will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

PAY PARKING

• Parking payment is not required on Wednesday, July 1
• Parking payment IS required on Tuesday, June 30
• Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.

MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT

• Vehicles will not be released to the public on Wednesday, July 1
• Open for regular business on Tuesday, June 30
• Information on Vehicle Seizures

WASTE COLLECTIONS

Garbage, Recycling, and Organics have collections as scheduled. Check your Collection Calendar here.

MATERIAL RECOVERY CENTRE & LANDFILL

• The Material Recovery Centre and Landfill are open on Wednesday, July 1 from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
• Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended.
• More information at saskatoon.ca/mrc.

COMPOST DEPOT

The Compost Depot is open on Wednesday, July 1 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WOODLAWN CEMETERY

• The cemetery office is closed on Wednesday, July 1.
• Cemetery grounds are open to the public 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual.

SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO

Regular Hours of Operation

• Zoo – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

LEISURE CENTRES

Search for drop-in program information including fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions and fitness programs on Leisure Online at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca.

• Cosmo Civic Centre - Closed
• Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre - Closed for facility upgrade. Learn more at saskatoon.ca/harrybailey.
• Lakewood Civic Centre – 12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Lawson Civic Centre – 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Saskatoon Field House – 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Shaw Centre – 12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Terry Fox Track - Closed

NUTRIEN PLAYLAND AT KINSMEN

Open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

GOLF COURSES

• Holiday Park, Wildwood and Silverwood golf courses are open regular hours operation – tee times begin at 6 a.m.
• Holiday Park and Silverwood driving ranges are open regular hours of operation
  • Holiday Park – 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (last bucket sold at 8:00 p.m.)
  • Silverwood – 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (last bucket sold at 7 p.m.)

OUTDOOR POOLS

• Lathey & Mayfair Pools – Public Swim from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• George Ward & Riversdale Pools
  • Family and Lane Swim from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Public Swim from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

NOTIFYNOW

Residents are encouraged to sign-up for notifynow to receive 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.

The City of Saskatoon reminds property owners that tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, is the final day to pay 2026 Property Tax without late payment fees. 
A 1.75% monthly compounded fee will apply to any unpaid balance after the June 30 deadline. 

Payment options for Tuesday, June 30:

• City Hall (open until 5:00 p.m.) Pay in person by cheque, cash or debit. Helpful tip: If you plan to use debit, check your daily withdrawal limit with your bank in advance. 
   
• City Hall Drop Boxes, 222-3rd Avenue North. Cheques only, no cash. Use the drop box located outside the main entrance or inside the lobby.

City Hall is closed Wednesday, July 1 for Canada Day.

Other Payment options (note: the processing time for banking options may take two business days)

Already mailed your payment? Check your account balance by:

• calling our automated line at 1-800-667-9944
• calling Corporate Revenue Customer Service at 306-975-2400.

Learn more
Visit saskatoon.ca/taxtool - for assessment details and tax breakdowns 
Visit saskatoon.ca/propertytax – for general property tax information

Enjoy Canada Day celebrations without the stress of traffic and parking by taking Saskatoon Transit. Customers are also reminded that new fare adjustments for 2026 take effect on July 1.

Fixed-route service will run holiday hours until 9 p.m. on Canada Day. After the fireworks, free bus service will depart from two locations:

• North of river: 3rd Avenue and 19th Street
• South of river: Victoria Avenue and 11th Street

Access Transit will run holiday hours until 11 p.m. Per normal booking procedures, trips must be booked in advance, and subscriptions do not apply on statutory holidays. All Access Transit pickups and drop-offs for Canada Day events downtown will be at the temporary stop on 19th Street and 2nd Avenue near the Nutrien Tower.

Customers are encouraged to use real-time apps like Transit or Google Maps Transit to plan their trips on July 1. However, trip planning for travel after the fireworks will not be available on these apps, so riders are advised to plan their post-fireworks travel in advance and refer to the Canada Day 2026 Special Event Bus Map.

For Canada Day Service information, visit: saskatoontransit.ca.

For 2026 fare adjustment information, visit: saskatoontransit.ca/fares.

The Saskatoon Fire Department would like to remind residents and visitors of safe practices for purchasing, enjoying and disposing of fireworks. This Canada Day, low-hazard fireworks are permitted on private property between dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1.

Low-hazard fireworks are designed for public recreational use. These fireworks travel less than 50m (160ft) high and include items such as roman candles, sparklers, fountains, wheels, volcanoes, mines and snakes.

High-hazard fireworks are designed for professionals and can only be purchased by persons holding a valid Fireworks Supervisor – Level I or Level II card issued by Natural Resources Canada.

Residents and spectators are reminded of the risks and obligations associated with fireworks:

• Carefully read and follow the manufacturer instructions.
• Exercise increased caution when handling and discharging any type of firework.
• Choose your location wisely. Fireworks can only be discharged on private property.
• Familiarize yourself with the space requirements for the type of firework being discharged. Requirements vary depending on the firework type.
• Ensure your location is free of overhead obstructions, is clear side-to-side and is a safe distance from combustible materials.
• Ensure that it is not windy and that all spectators are safely located to observe the display.
• Be sure to properly stabilize the firework according to manufacturer direction.
• Other than sparklers, never light or hold a lit firework in your hand.
• Always light the fuse at its tip.
• Never try to relight or fix the fuse on fireworks that did not go off.
• Have a supply of water available and use it to extinguish debris or smouldering embers before they cause injuries, property damage and/or fires.
• Keep in mind that you are solely responsible for any debris that may land on spectators or another’s property.

For more information about fireworks safety, please visit saskatoon.ca/fireworks.

The Saskatoon Fire Department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Canada Day!