News Releases

The City of Saskatoon would like to advise motorists of upcoming traffic pattern changes on College Drive.

On November 16, starting at 10:00 a.m., College Drive will be temporarily closed between Hospital Drive and Campus Drive while crews shift eastbound and westbound traffic into newly constructed lanes on the north side of the roadway. Work will be done on the traffic signals, pedestrian safety installations and signage. This closure is expected to last around two hours, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

During the temporary closure, general traffic and access to the hospital will be via Clarence Avenue or the University Bridge.

Once traffic is restored after the temporary closure, traffic will be accommodated in the north lanes of College Drive, with one lane of traffic in each direction, for the remainder of the construction season.

Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time and watch for signs, crews and equipment in the work zone. Pedestrian crossings will be maintained during the closure.

The City thanks residents for their patience and cooperation during construction.

During the work, Saskatoon Transit Routes 16, 17, and 4/40s will be temporarily adjusted: Route 16 will end at USask; Route 17 will detour via Clarence Avenue, 14th Street and Preston Avenue; and Routes 4/40s will detour via Clarence Avenue, 12th Street, 14th Street and Preston Avenue. Service will resume along College Drive once restrictions are lifted. Riders are encouraged to plan ahead and anticipate delays. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps such as Transit and Google Maps Transit.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

The City of Saskatoon Environmental Grant Program will open for applications on November 13, 2026.

Local non-profit organizations have the opportunity to apply for funding to support projects and initiatives that advance environmental sustainability and contribute to the City of Saskatoon's strategic goal of Environmental Leadership.

Funding will be prioritized for initiatives that:

• Support the City’s goal of Environmental Leadership.
• Increase awareness and protection of water resources.
• Reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills.
• Encourage active transportation and sustainable transportation options
• Conserve our natural resources
• Protect and enhance Saskatoon’s green network
• Improve energy efficiency and reduce water use in buildings, operations, and activities
• Provide research and education that support the City’s environmental goals.

Applications for projects taking place in 2027 will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on February 5, 2027.

Grant Workshops & Information Sessions

The City of Saskatoon is offering free grant-writing workshops and grant information sessions throughout Fall/Winter 2026/2027. Registration is required for all sessions.

Grant-Writing Workshop (2.5 hours)

Learn the basics of writing a strong grant application, including clear project descriptions, measurable outcomes, and realistic budgets. Workshops are free and accessible.

• Nov. 19, 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. – Women's Business Hub, 733C 1st Avenue North
• Jan. 7, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. – Virtual

City of Saskatoon Grant Information Sessions (1 hour, virtual)

Get an overview of current and upcoming grant opportunities. Register for the session that covers the grants you're interested in.

• Dec. 8, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Cash Grant Environmental, Cash Grant Social, Saskatchewan Lotteries Community Grant, Sport Projects Grant

Eligibility requirements, application guidelines and application forms for the Environmental Grant Program will be available beginning November 13 at saskatoon.ca/envirogrant.

For more information about the Environmental Grant Program, including eligibility requirements and funding priorities, visit saskatoon.ca/envirogrant or contact grants@saskatoon.ca.

Various downtown roads will have temporary closures and lane restrictions on Sunday, November 15, between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the annual Santa Claus Parade.

Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event area. Drivers are reminded to expect delays and to drive carefully and watch for participants. The City thanks everyone for their patience.

The following roads closures will begin at 8:00 a.m. and reopen by 3:00 p.m.

• 20th Street at 4th Avenue
• 21st Street between 1st and 2nd avenues
• 1st Avenue between 22nd and 23rd streets
• Idylwyld Drive NB Ramp to 1st Avenue
• 19th Street between Avenue B and 4th Avenue

The following roads closures will begin at 12:00 p.m. and will reopen by 3:00 p.m.

• 1st Avenue between 20th and 22nd streets
• 2nd Avenue between 19th and 23rd streets
• 3rd Avenue between 19th and 20th streets
• 4th Avenue between 20th and 22nd streets
• 20th Street between Idylwyld Drive and 4th Ave S
• 22nd Street between 1st and 4th avenues

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.

The City of Saskatoon’s tax policy survey has been extended to Sunday, November 15. 

Saskatoon residents, property owners, renters and interested stakeholders are invited to complete the online survey about the City’s future property tax policy. 

Complete the survey before the deadline to share your perspective. Paper copies are also available for pickup in the lobby of City Hall. 

What the survey is about

This survey focuses on one part of tax policy: how the City’s total municipal property tax requirement, set through the budget process, is shared or distributed between residential and non-residential (commercial) property classes.

The survey seeks public input on the principles and trade-offs City Council should consider when it next reviews Saskatoon’s property tax policy in 2029. The City’s tax policy is typically reviewed every four years to align with Saskatchewan’s provincially legislated reassessment cycle.

The survey also asks participants how they prefer to receive information about tax policy and property assessment, and how the City can communicate tax policy more clearly.

This engagement is not intended to measure support for a specific decision or outcome. There are no right or wrong answers to the opinion questions. Residents are encouraged to review the background information before completing the survey.

Reporting back

Results from the tax policy focus groups, public survey, dedicated letters and emails received and the November 4 in-person session will be reported publicly as key themes, differing perspectives and areas of uncertainty. A What We Learned report will be shared with City Council in early 2027 and posted on the tax policy project page on Engage Saskatoon.

City Council wants to hear from Saskatoon residents. Visit engage.saskatoon.ca to learn more and to complete the survey.