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The City of Saskatoon reminds property owners that tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, is the final day to pay 2026 Property Tax without late payment fees. 
A 1.75% monthly compounded fee will apply to any unpaid balance after the June 30 deadline. 

Payment options for Tuesday, June 30:

• City Hall (open until 5:00 p.m.) Pay in person by cheque, cash or debit. Helpful tip: If you plan to use debit, check your daily withdrawal limit with your bank in advance. 
   
• City Hall Drop Boxes, 222-3rd Avenue North. Cheques only, no cash. Use the drop box located outside the main entrance or inside the lobby.

City Hall is closed Wednesday, July 1 for Canada Day.

Other Payment options (note: the processing time for banking options may take two business days)

Already mailed your payment? Check your account balance by:

• calling our automated line at 1-800-667-9944
• calling Corporate Revenue Customer Service at 306-975-2400.

Learn more
Visit saskatoon.ca/taxtool - for assessment details and tax breakdowns 
Visit saskatoon.ca/propertytax – for general property tax information

Enjoy Canada Day celebrations without the stress of traffic and parking by taking Saskatoon Transit. Customers are also reminded that new fare adjustments for 2026 take effect on July 1.

Fixed-route service will run holiday hours until 9 p.m. on Canada Day. After the fireworks, free bus service will depart from two locations:

• North of river: 3rd Avenue and 19th Street
• South of river: Victoria Avenue and 11th Street

Access Transit will run holiday hours until 11 p.m. Per normal booking procedures, trips must be booked in advance, and subscriptions do not apply on statutory holidays. All Access Transit pickups and drop-offs for Canada Day events downtown will be at the temporary stop on 19th Street and 2nd Avenue near the Nutrien Tower.

Customers are encouraged to use real-time apps like Transit or Google Maps Transit to plan their trips on July 1. However, trip planning for travel after the fireworks will not be available on these apps, so riders are advised to plan their post-fireworks travel in advance and refer to the Canada Day 2026 Special Event Bus Map.

For Canada Day Service information, visit: saskatoontransit.ca.

For 2026 fare adjustment information, visit: saskatoontransit.ca/fares.

The Saskatoon Fire Department would like to remind residents and visitors of safe practices for purchasing, enjoying and disposing of fireworks. This Canada Day, low-hazard fireworks are permitted on private property between dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1.

Low-hazard fireworks are designed for public recreational use. These fireworks travel less than 50m (160ft) high and include items such as roman candles, sparklers, fountains, wheels, volcanoes, mines and snakes.

High-hazard fireworks are designed for professionals and can only be purchased by persons holding a valid Fireworks Supervisor – Level I or Level II card issued by Natural Resources Canada.

Residents and spectators are reminded of the risks and obligations associated with fireworks:

• Carefully read and follow the manufacturer instructions.
• Exercise increased caution when handling and discharging any type of firework.
• Choose your location wisely. Fireworks can only be discharged on private property.
• Familiarize yourself with the space requirements for the type of firework being discharged. Requirements vary depending on the firework type.
• Ensure your location is free of overhead obstructions, is clear side-to-side and is a safe distance from combustible materials.
• Ensure that it is not windy and that all spectators are safely located to observe the display.
• Be sure to properly stabilize the firework according to manufacturer direction.
• Other than sparklers, never light or hold a lit firework in your hand.
• Always light the fuse at its tip.
• Never try to relight or fix the fuse on fireworks that did not go off.
• Have a supply of water available and use it to extinguish debris or smouldering embers before they cause injuries, property damage and/or fires.
• Keep in mind that you are solely responsible for any debris that may land on spectators or another’s property.

For more information about fireworks safety, please visit saskatoon.ca/fireworks.

The Saskatoon Fire Department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Canada Day!