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Following a year-long pilot study, City Administration recommends a community-wide multi-unit organics program be implemented by the City. This program will further improve waste diversion in Saskatoon and see all residents have access to the same waste services.

“Expanding organics collection to multi-unit residences is a critical step in Saskatoon’s waste diversion strategy,” says Jeanna South, Director of Sustainability. “From the feedback we heard, a City-provided service will ensure a consistent and cost-efficient program that builds on the success of the residential curbside organics program and supports the long-term sustainability of our new organics processing facility.” 

A report to the May 6, 2025 meeting of the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services provides a detailed analysis of the options available to the City for multi-unit organics programs.

The recommendation follows engagement with pilot participants, including residents, condominium boards and property managers. A City-provided service was both the preferred option by participants and is expected to be lowest cost option when compared to current market options. Organic material gathered through the program would be handled at the City’s organic processing facility, which begins construction this July. In addition, this approach is expected to achieve higher rates of waste diversion by aligning education programs and enforcement efforts to support program goals.

In Spring 2023, the green cart was successfully introduced to single-detached dwellings across the city, diverting over 41,000 tonnes — equal to about 3,500 full garbage trucks — of organic waste from the Saskatoon landfill to date.

Following approval, different deployment options will be evaluated that aim to have a city-wide program fully operational by the end of 2028. All impacted properties would be given a minimum of one-year advance notice.

To learn more about the pilot program, visit saskatoon.ca/multiorganics. 
 

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

NEW

51ST ST E WB MEDIAN AND EB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO MILLAR AVE
(Rail crossing upgrade)
Start: May 1, 7:00 a.m. End: May 2, 6:00 p.m.

8TH ST E WB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM CHABEN PL TO ACADIA DR
(Catch basin repair)
Start: May 1, 9:00 a.m. End: May 1, 12:00 p.m.

LORNE AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ADELAIDE ST W TO RUTH ST W
(Sewer main lining)
Start: May 1, 9:00 a.m. End: May 1, 3:00 p.m.

7TH AVE N NB & SB DRIVING LANES CLOSED AT EMPRESS ST
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in parking lanes
Start: May 1, 11:00 a.m. End: May 1, 2:00 p.m.

FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD INTERSECTION CLOSED AT FAST CRES
(Manhole repair)
Start: May 1, 1:00 p.m. End: May 1, 4:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CONFEDERATION DR VARIOUS NB & SB LANES CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Environmental monitoring)
A pilot truck will be used for this mobile work
Start: April 30, 9:00 a.m. End: May 1, 1:00 p.m.

ADILMAN DR ROAD CLOSED AT MALLIN CRES
(Construction)
Start: April 30, 7:00 a.m. End: May 1, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE U S
(Environmental drilling)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: April 29, 12:00 p.m. End: May 2, 5:00 p.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO ADELAIDE ST E
(Sidewalk repairs)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in SB lanes
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: May 9, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 5TH AVE N
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 9:00 a.m. End: May 11, 5:00 p.m.

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W SB SHOULDER CLOSED; SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 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’s Broadway Bridge will close for approximately six months starting on Monday, May 12, 2025. The 93-year-old structure will undergo rehabilitation, including deck repairs and improvements to the multi-use pathways on both sides.

"This proactive project is essential in ensuring the historic Broadway Bridge, which has an annual average daily traffic count of 20,000 vehicles, retains its structural integrity and reliability for the community,” says Terry Schmidt, General Manager of Transportation and Construction. “We appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation and remind Broadway Bridge users to reroute their commutes."

New asphalt, new waterproofing, new traffic barriers, arch and railing improvements and the removal of old and abandoned utilities underneath the bridge are also a part of the project. At the same time as the bridge work, Schmidt says there will be water main replacements on 19th Street, and the 4th Avenue South and 19th Street East intersection will be reconfigured for overall safety and to improve the efficiency of buses travelling between Broadway Avenue and 19th Street - a future Link route.

“The right northbound flow-through lane will be removed, and that intersection will change into a “T” intersection. Traffic signals will be relocated, pedestrian signals will be added, and the island and centre medians will be removed.”

Throughout construction, pedestrian access to Meewasin Trail will be maintained via scaffolding tunnels under the bridge. Friendship Park will remain open, with fencing adjacent to the bridge. Spadina Crescent between the bridge and 3rd Avenue South will be closed. The boat launch will remain open and accessible via Spadina Crescent from 20th Street East.

Full closures will include the Broadway Bridge (including multi-use pathways on both sides), Broadway Avenue from Saskatchewan Crescent East to 20th Street East, 19th Street East from 3rd Avenue South to Broadway Avenue, and 4th Avenue South from 19th Street East to 20th Street East.

“Saskatoon Transit will be affected by these projects, with some Broadway Avenue, Victoria Avenue and Downtown routes being redirected. Keep an eye on Transit service alerts and real-time bus information available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit.” 

For the latest updates on the Broadway Bridge Rehabilitation project and work happening on other Saskatoon roadways during the 2025 construction season, check the Daily Road Report and visit saskatoon.ca/construction. 

Feheregyhazi Boulevard will be closed at Fast Crescent on Thursday, May 1, starting at 1:00 p.m. for a manhole repair. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take three hours 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.

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

NEW

ADILMAN DR ROAD CLOSED AT MALLIN CRES
(Construction)
Start: April 30, 7:00 a.m. End: May 1, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MOBILE CLOSURES FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Litter pick-up)
Start: April 30, 9:00 a.m. End: April 30, 11:00 a.m.

RUTH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT HERMAN AVE
(Sewer main lining)
Start: April 30, 9:00 a.m. End: April 30, 3:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM COY AVE TO LORNE AVE
(Utility cut patching)
Start: April 30, 9:00 a.m. End: April 30, 3:00 p.m.

CONFEDERATION DR VARIOUS NB & SB LANES CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Environmental monitoring)
A pilot truck will be used for this mobile work
Start: April 30, 9:00 a.m. End: May 1, 1:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W NB SPEED REDUCTION FROM EDMONTON AVE TO AVE P N
(Construction)
Start: April 30, 11:00 a.m. End: April 30, 2:00 p.m.

4TH AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: April 30, 1:00 p.m. End: April 30, 2:00 p.m.

ONGOING

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE U S
(Environmental drilling)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: April 29, 12:00 p.m. End: May 2, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 5TH AVE N
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 9:00 a.m. End: May 11, 5:00 p.m.

BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: March 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 19, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W SB SHOULDER CLOSED; SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.

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