News Releases

Canada Water Week (March 21-27, 2022) is a national celebration of water that is held annually to coincide with World Water Day on March 22.

“Saskatoon has a lot to celebrate and be proud of when it comes to our water,” says Pam Hamoline, Interim Director of Saskatoon Water. “Not only does our city have one of the highest quality water supplies in North America, but right now we have several projects in motion to ensure we continue to deliver a high quality and safe drinking water product.”

During Canada Water Week, the City is featuring some of those initiatives in a social media campaign, like the new McOrmond Drive Reservoir and Pump Station, Transfer Pumping and Electrical Upgrades project and Spadina Lift Station project, while also educating about our water source and how it gets into and out of our homes.

“Every day, we turn on our taps and flush our toilets without always thinking about where the water is coming from, how it reaches our homes and what happens to it when we’re done with it.”

The theme for World Water Day on Tuesday, March 22 is Groundwater. While Saskatoon’s drinking water is sourced from the South Saskatchewan River, Hamoline says protecting this important underground water resource is vital.

“What we as residents do above ground, matters underground. For example, we should be mindful of what we put on our lawns and gardens and what may be draining down the city’s storm sewers.”

Keep an eye on the City of Saskatoon’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram this week to learn more about Saskatoon’s water system, our groundwater resource, and some of the big water and waste water projects underway.

The play structure in Meadowlark Park was destroyed Thursday, March 18 by a deliberately set fire. 

Just after 7 o’clock that morning, firefighters went to the playground which is near the south end of Clarence Avenue along Calder Crescent.  When they arrived, they discovered the structure in flames.

After it was out, a Fire Inspector was later called to investigate.  The incident has also been reported to the Saskatoon Police Service arson unit.

There is evidence of flames over 2 metres high and the use of an accelerant such as gasoline or diesel. Further evidence shows the fire was kept burning with accelerants as plastic components that contain fire retardant have been completely melted.

The damage is so extensive the entire structure is not safe. City Facilities staff will immediately take steps today and tomorrow (Saturday) to remove the entire structure.

The area will be made safe and leveled until a plan for replacement structures can be finalized.

Replacement options are currently being investigated and the community will be updated as these plans are developed.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call the Saskatoon Police Service, or the Saskatoon Fire Department.

The City Clerk Hiring Committee recommends Adam Tittemore be appointed City Clerk. Council will receive the official recommendation at the March 22, 2021 City Council Meeting.

“We want to congratulate Mr. Tittemore on being selected as the candidate the Hiring Committee is recommending to City Council as our City Clerk” says Councillor Bev Dubois, committee Chairperson.

Coun. Dubois collaborated with City Clerk Hiring Committee members Mayor Charlie Clark, Coun. Randy Donauer and City Manager Jeff Jorgenson.

“We were impressed with his experience in municipal government, his proven leadership qualities, and his governance expertise,” Dubois says.

Following graduation from the University of Saskatchewan with a degree in Public Administration, Mr. Tittemore moved to Alberta where he worked in municipal government with the County of Wetaskiwin in various roles, prior to moving back to Saskatchewan in January 2013.  Since then, he has held the position as the Administrator (CAO) for the R.M. of Corman Park, which surrounds the City of Saskatoon. In his role with Corman Park, Mr. Tittemore has been involved with the City in many respects through our regional relationship.

“Mr. Tittemore has demonstrated great leadership as a builder of teams and partnerships, while also driving innovation. These are invaluable qualities in the rapidly changing municipal sector. He has demonstrated his ability to build the confidence of the public as well as his previous staff and Council, which is also essential in the role as City Clerk. I know he will be a great addition to the team at the City of Saskatoon,” says Mayor Charlie Clark.

The City started its Canada-wide recruitment process in November. The City received 18 applications; after further selection, five candidates were asked for interviews, with a second round of interviews resulting in Mr. Tittemore’s recommendation.

Dubois adds Council wanted to find someone that had a wide range of skills and experience to lead such a key position at City Hall.

“We need to ensure Council continues to have expertise to draw on, so it can provide our community with the best possible decisions.”

The City Clerk oversees and administers the City's legislative process including elections, Council and Committee meetings, maintenance of the public record, and City archives.

“I am very excited to join the City of Saskatoon in the City Clerk role to help build on the positive momentum of the organization.” says Adam Tittemore, City Clerk designate. “I look forward to working with Council and the city leadership team to provide continued good governance and to carry on with the high level of service that everyone is accustomed to.”

Following approval, Mr. Tittemore will manage a staff of 24; his first day as City Clerk will be April 15, 2021.

The flags at Saskatoon civic buildings have been lowered today to mark one year since the first case of COVID-19 was identified in Saskatchewan. Flags will remain at half-mast through the weekend.

“The impact of COVID-19 on our community has been profound. Our lives have all changed dramatically in this past year, since the first case was found in our province on March 12,” says Mayor Charlie Clark.

“Since then, 401 Saskatchewan lives have been lost and this has had a tremendous toll on families. Essential services workers have stepped up heroically to keep our city running and worked tirelessly to keep us safe.

“Today, and over the weekend, is a chance for us all to remember those whose lives have been lost and to show gratitude for all of the sacrifice and service through this very challenging year.”