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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Lethbridge Hurricanes at SaskTel Centre on Friday, November 29 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:45 p.m.
• 6:25 p.m.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Swift Current Broncos at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, November 30 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.

Snow has been graded on all priority streets in Saskatoon. Snow removal began last night in Business Improvement Districts (BIDS) and school zones, and all snow in school zones is expected to be removed before Monday morning. 

Snow removal in BIDS is expected to take up to 6 nights, after which crews will shift their focus to removing snow from priority streets. Crews are also continuing their work cleaning up throughout the city, including bus stops and other localized areas of concern. 

Crews are continuing a city-wide assessment of local street conditions. Areas identified with excessive rutting or mobility issues are being addressed, and assessments will continue throughout the winter and into spring. Please note, plans may adjust if additional snow accumulates. 

As snow clearing efforts continue across Saskatoon, let’s work together to keep our community safe and accessible. Please be mindful of walkways and driveways and do your part in keeping them clear for everyone. 

Snow piles can hide dangerous hazards and may obstruct equipment working in the area. Parents and guardians are asked to ensure children stay away from snow piles to avoid potential risks. 

Please remember: snow that’s pushed or blown onto the streets can block mobility and create safety concerns for drivers and pedestrians. We all play a role in keeping our roads safe, so kindly avoid placing snow back onto the streets. 

For further details on winter road maintenance and service level for snow & ice management, visit saskatoon.ca/snow and check the Snow & Ice Report at saskatoon.ca/SnowReport for real-time alerts. 

Weather and road conditions may impact Saskatoon Transit services. For updates on bus routes and Access Transit, visit saskatoontransit.ca or consult real-time apps and Google Maps. 

The City appreciates your patience and cooperation as crews work to maintain safe driving conditions throughout Saskatoon. 

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

ONGOING

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.

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: December 13, 4:00 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: December 13, 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.

Starting December 1, Saskatoon Transit’s Jingle Bell Express (Route 1225) is back, offering a festive and convenient way to travel between shopping malls during the holiday season.

Route 1225 will run on weekends in December, with free fares on Boxing Day, December 26. Two buses will circulate in opposite directions to connect holiday shoppers and commuters to Saskatoon’s five malls, Midtown, Confederation, Lawson Heights, Centre and Market, bypassing the hassles of winter driving and crowded parking lots.

Route Information:

• Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays): 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Excluding December 28 and 29
  • Regular fares apply.
• Boxing Day (December 26): 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Free fares apply.

To plan a trip, search Route 1225 in the Transit App or Google Maps Transit, or check the route schedule on Saskatoon Transit’s website.

Jingle Bell Express riders can scan the QR code poster on the buses to complete a short survey for a chance to win one of five prize packages, including gift cards sponsored by the participating malls.

Catch the holiday spirit and make your shopping experience merry and bright with Saskatoon Transit’s Jingle Bell Express! For more information on Route 1225, visit SaskatoonTransit.ca/JingeBell.

Starting December 2024, Green Cart collection in Saskatoon will shift to monthly service for the winter months (December, January, February, and March). This change aligns with direction from City Council received on June 4, 2024.

After the first year of the city-wide Green Cart program, data indicated lower volumes of collected materials and fewer carts set out during winter due to less seasonal yard waste. The City had also received feedback from residents requesting reduced collection throughout winter, which aligns with this data. The savings realized from this change in service will be returned to the waste utility stabilization reserve and will be reflected in the green cart utility rates starting in 2026.

Visit saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar to check your collection dates or download the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app. Green carts will be collected once every four weeks. Please note that updated Collection Calendars will not be available online until December 1, 2024.