News Releases

The Civic Conservatory is pleased to present Birdcalls (1972), an audio and text exhibit by prominent American artist, Louise Lawler.  The display is part of an international exhibition on the work of Emily Carr that will take place in the Civic Conservatory from June 27 to September 14, 2014.
Birdcalls (1972) is a recording of the artist calling out the names of famous artists to sound like various bird calls and runs on a seven-minute loop during hours of operation.  The calls are convincing and naturalistic, and blend within the overall environment to create a subtle soundtrack of bird sounds within the space where they are situated.
The concept of the exhibition reflects on the journey of Victorian-era Canadian artist Emily Carr who travelled to the United Kingdom to study art from 1899 to 1904.  During this time, Carr was diagnosed with hysteria and spent 18 months in the hospital.  While in the hospital, an English songbird flew through the window and landed on her bedside table.  Carr’s strong relationship with nature, which characterized her works throughout her career, was also evident in her connection to animals.  Carr proposed to the director of the clinic that she be allowed to collect English songbirds to bring home to Canada. The doctor surprisingly agreed and on its grounds the clinic built an aviary.  Carr's project became a way to introduce nature into the sterile proceedings of the hospital, thereby capturing some sense of her connection to nature and the landscape.
An opening reception will take place on Friday, June 27, 2014 to kick off the exhibit.  Visitors are invited to tour the exhibit at 7 p.m. with several artists and the curator, followed by a reception at 8 p.m.
The Civic Conservatory is located in the same building as the Mendel Art Gallery at 950 Spadina Crescent East. It is open 364 days a year from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.  The cost of admission is by donation.  For more information, please visit www.saskatoon.ca (look under “C” for Civic Conservatory).
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Due to the forecast of rain this week, paving on the following roads has been postponed:

- Faithfull Avenue from 50th Street to 51st Street and the intersection of Faithfull Avenue and 51st Street

- 51st Street from Faithfull Avenue to Wanuskewin Road (eastbound) curb and centre lanes

The lanes were scheduled to be closed overnight from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. All lanes will now be open to traffic and a new Public Service Announcement will be issued when the work resumes.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Find traffic detour information on our website at www.saskatoon.ca/go/traffic. You can also follow us on Twitter @cityofsaskatoon and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

Saskatoon’s seven bridges, 47 overpasses and 21 pedestrian crossings are pressure washed each spring, following the completion of the spring street sweeping blitz.  Annual washing removes the road dirt and salt that collects along the sides throughout the year to prevent corrosion and deterioration, extending the life of the structure.  Once clean, a sealant is applied to the concrete for added protection against sand and salt.  The process involves routine maintenance, and pressure washing the inside and outside walls and the bearings and expansion joints, located underneath where large amounts of dirt collects.  

Structure washing occurs overnight Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.; one to three locations will be cleaned each night.  For the safety of workers and drivers, and to provide access for equipment, lane restrictions will be in place during washing.  In most instances, traffic will merge to the centre lanes to accommodate the washing activities, but drivers are reminded please obey signs and pylons, and watch for City vehicles and workers. 

Tonight, drivers should watch for restrictions on the University Bridge, beginning at 8:00 p.m. Daily road restriction PSAs and Traffic Detour service alerts will advise drivers of the locations and restrictions.  

Bridge and overpass washing is expected to be completed by the middle of August, barring any unforeseen circumstances and weather permitting. 

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Find traffic detour information on our website at www.saskatoon.ca/go/traffic. You can also follow us on Twitter @cityofsaskatoon and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook. 

The street lights on Idylwyld Drive north of 71st Street have experienced a power outage due to technical issues. SL&P crews are working to repair the lighting. Power is expected to be restored by the evening of Wednesday, June 18.

Lane restrictions may be in place in the southbound curb lane. Please watch for signage.

For more City of Saskatoon Public Service Announcements, News Releases, Traffic Detours and Service Alerts, visit www.saskatoon.ca or connect with the City of Saskatoon on Twitter and Facebook.

 
REMINDER: OVERNIGHT RESTRICTIONS ON CIRCLE DRIVE, JUNE 16

Starting at 6:45 p.m. on Monday, June 16, Circle Drive northbound curb (outside) lane will be closed from 108th Street to the Preston Avenue/Attridge Drive on-ramp while crews pave the road. The following off-ramps will also be closed:

-108th Street to Circle Drive northbound
- Circle Drive northbound to Attridge Drive eastbound/Preston Avenue westbound 

To minimize disruption to traffic the restrictions will take place overnight with the road expected to reopen by 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17.

REMINDER: OVERNIGHT RESTRICTIONS ON UNIVERSITY & SENATOR SID BUCKWOLD BRIDGES, JUNE 16-18

Starting at 8:00 p.m. on Monday, June 16, the following restrictions will be in place as crews clean and seal bridges. Traffic will merge to the centre lanes as crews progress and restrictions may vary per location. Watch for traffic detour service alerts for up-to-date information on road restrictions.

Monday, June 16 - University Bridge and Idylwyld Drive over 19th Street Southbound
Tuesday, June 17 and Wednesday, June 18 - Senator Sid Buckwold Bridge
To minimize disruption to traffic the restrictions will take place overnight from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

OVERNIGHT RESTRICTIONS ON PRESTON AVENUE FROM COLLEGE DRIVE TO PRESTON CROSSING, JUNE 16
Starting at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 16, Preston Avenue northbound median (inside) lane will be closed from College Drive to Preston Crossing while crews install durable lane markings. To minimize disruption to traffic the restrictions will take place overnight with the road expected to reopen by 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17.

IDYLWYLD DRIVE NORTHBOUND, JUNE 17

Starting at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, Idylwyld Drive northbound lanes between 36th Street & 37th Street will be closed for water and sewer work. Two-way traffic will be accommodated in the Idylwyld Drive southbound lanes. The restrictions are expected to be lifted by 3:00 p.m. that day.

CIRCLE DRIVE EASTBOUND AT LORNE AVENUE, JUNE 17

Starting at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, Circle Drive eastbound shoulder and curb lane from Lorne Avenue exit to the Lorne Avenue overpass. The restrictions are expected to be lifted by 4:00 p.m. that day.

REMINDER: 8TH STREET WESTBOUND FROM BROADWAY AVENUE TO CLARENCE AVENUE
The 8th Street westbound lanes from Broadway Avenue to Clarence Avenue continue to be closed for paving. Two-way traffic will be accommodated in the eastbound lanes. The road is expected to reopen by 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 21.

REMINDER: IDYLWYLD DRIVE SOUTHBOUND

The Idylwyld Drive southbound curb (outside) lane from 25th Street to 24th Street continues to be closed while crews carry out streetscaping work. One lane will remain open to traffic. The road is expected to reopen by 6:00 p.m. on Friday, June 27.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Find traffic detour information on our website at www.saskatoon.ca/go/traffic. You can also follow us on Twitter @cityofsaskatoon and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.