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The Transit Code supports safe, respectful rides this fall

August 17, 2026 - 12:27pm

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August 17, 2026 - 12:27 pm

Saskatoon Transit is preparing for the busy fall season and the new Saskatoon Transit Bylaw that is in effect September 1. Riders will begin seeing The Transit Code advertising campaign across the transit system and throughout the community. The campaign supports the new Saskatoon Transit Bylaw and helps customers understand expected behaviour on transit in simple, easy-to-understand language.

The Transit Code focuses on the actions that help create a safe, welcoming and respectful transit experience, including respecting others, paying your fare, offering priority seating when needed, keeping aisles clear and helping keep transit spaces clean.

"Most riders already get on board with The Transit Code every day," said Mike Moellenbeck, Director of Saskatoon Transit. "This campaign is about reinforcing the positive behaviours we see across the system and helping customers understand how we can all contribute to a better transit experience."

The new Saskatoon Transit Bylaw establishes clear and consistent expectations related to fare payment, customer conduct, transit property and enforcement. The Transit Code serves as the public-facing guide to those expectations while the bylaw provides the framework that supports them.

Over the coming weeks, customers will see Transit Code messages on buses, at terminals and shelters, online, on social media, through radio advertising and in community outreach activities.

With thousands of students returning to school and ridership increasing during the fall season, Saskatoon Transit and Saskatoon Police Service will also be conducting education and fare validation activities throughout the system. Riders can expect to see a more visible police presence at terminals, on buses and at other high-ridership locations. The focus is on education, awareness and compliance, helping customers understand expectations while supporting a safe and welcoming transit environment.

Customers can learn more about The Transit Code and the Saskatoon Transit Bylaw at SaskatoonTransit.ca/code.

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo mourns the loss of Koda the grizzly bear

August 17, 2026 - 12:15pm

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August 17, 2026 - 12:15 pm

The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo is deeply saddened to announce that Koda, one of the Zoo’s most recognized and beloved animals, was humanely euthanized following a recent decline in his health.

Koda was monitored daily by his dedicated animal care team as part of the Zoo’s routine animal welfare practices. When staff recently observed a decline in his health, they continued to monitor his condition, comfort and quality of life closely. Following consultation and careful consideration, the decision was made to humanely euthanize Koda.

“This was an exceptionally difficult decision for the entire animal care team,” said Jeff Mitchell, Zoo Manager. “Koda was deeply cared for by the staff who worked with him every day. Our priority was to make the most compassionate decision for him, guided by his welfare and quality of life.”

Koda’s journey began as an orphaned cub from the Jasper area. He was rescued and nurtured by zookeepers at the Edmonton Valley Zoo before being paired with Mistaya at the Calgary Zoo. The pair were later transferred to the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo, where Koda spent the past 18 years as a well-known and valued member of the Zoo family.

At the Saskatoon Zoo, Koda was supported by animal care specialists who observed him closely each day and tailored his care, training and enrichment to his individual needs. Through positive-reinforcement training, enrichment activities and daily monitoring, staff supported Koda’s physical and mental well-being throughout his life.

For many visitors and staff, Koda will be remembered for the joyful moments he shared with his brother, Mistaya, from playful wrestling and splashing in the pool to foraging together in their habitat. The Zoo’s celebration of the bears’ 20th birthday last year was a special opportunity to recognize Koda and the place he held in the hearts of staff and visitors.

Animal care specialists will also remember Koda’s enthusiasm for training sessions and his careful habit of checking Mistaya’s feeding area after meals, just in case his brother had left something behind.

The Zoo recognizes the close bond Koda and Mistaya shared. Animal care specialists will continue to monitor Mistaya closely, paying attention to his behaviour, activity and overall well-being. His daily care and enrichment plan will be adapted as needed to support him as he adjusts to this transition.

Throughout his life, Koda was an important ambassador for his species, helping visitors connect with the importance of wildlife conservation, habitat protection and responsible human-wildlife interactions.

Koda’s passing will be felt by visitors, staff and community members who came to know him over the years. The Zoo extends its appreciation to the animal care professionals who provided Koda with knowledgeable, compassionate and dedicated care throughout his life.

Community members are invited to sign a memorial card for Koda, which will be available at the Kinsmen Bear Habitat later this week. The card will provide an opportunity for visitors to share their memories and say goodbye to a bear who was an important part of the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo family for 18 years.

Thank you, Koda, for the memories. You will be missed.

Daily Road Report - August 17

August 14, 2026 - 3:00pm

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August 14, 2026 - 3:00 pm

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

NEW

TAYLOR ST E EB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE S TO ARGYLE AVE
(Streetlight maintenance)
Start: August 17, 7:00 a.m. End: August 17, 3:00 p.m.

115TH ST E CLOSED FROM PRAIRIE AVE TO CRUISE ST
(SaskEnergy)
Start: August 17, 8:00 a.m. End: August 17, 8:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE SB CLOSED FROM 103RD ST E TO COLLEGE DR
(Water main maintenance)
2-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: August 17, 8:00 a.m. End: August 18, 12:00 p.m.

DIEFENBAKER DR NB LANES CLOSED AT SMALLWOOD CRES
(Road work)
2-way in the SB lanes
Start: August 17, 9:00 a.m. End: August 17, 3:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO FEDORUK DR
(Construction)
Start: August 17, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 5:00 p.m.

FEDORUK DR EB LANE CLOSED AT CENTRAL AVE
(Construction)
Start: August 17, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB LEFT TURN BAY CLOSED AT KERR RD
(Traffic signal work)
Start: August 17, 10:00 a.m. End: August 17, 2:00 p.m.

ONGOING

TAYLOR ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT MELROSE AVE
(Sewer work)
Start: August 11, 7:00 a.m. End: August 17, 7:00 p.m.

MILLAR AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 50TH ST E
(Road work)
Start: August 16, 1:00 p.m. End: August 18, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB FROM ALBERT AVE TO CLARENCE AVE S
(Link Station Construction)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 5:00 p.m.

MILLAR AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 50TH ST E
(Road work)
Start: August 16, 1:00 p.m. End: August 18, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB PARKING & CURB LANES CLOSED AT AVE D S
(Water main upgrades & streetscaping)
Start: July 23, 7:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON BLVD CLOSED AT ELLS CRES
(Sewer work)
Start: July 7, 8:00 a.m. End: August 21, 5:00 p.m.

LORNE AVE NB CLOSED FROM HILLIARD ST E TO ISABELLA ST E
(Water main work)
Start: July 22, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 6:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB & SB CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

33RD ST W WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM AVE D N TO AVE E N
(Water main work)
Start: August 4, 7:00 a.m. End: August 26, 4:00 p.m.

KENDERDINE RD SB CLOSED FROM 115TH ST E TO BENTHAM CRES
(Road work)
Two-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: August 13, 7:00 a.m. End: August 27, 5:00 p.m.

25TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 3RD AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: August 4, 8:00 a.m. End: August 28, 5:00 p.m.

25TH ST E EB/WB FROM 2ND AVE N TO 3RD AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: July 27, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO 2ND AVE N
(Building construction)
Start: June 16, 8:00 a.m. End: August 28, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB/WB FROM HOSPITAL DR TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Link College Dr Construction)
Two-way traffic in the EB lanes
Start: July 9, 7:00 a.m. End: September 1, 5:00 p.m.

33RD ST W EB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT AVE E N
(Water main work)
Start: August 14, 8:00 a.m. End: September 2, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR ALL DIRECTIONS FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO HOSPITAL DR
(Link College Dr Construction)
Start: April 21, 7:00 a.m. End: TBA

COLLEGE DR EB/WB UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(Link College Dr Construction)
Start: July 20, 7:00 a.m. End: TBA

PRESTON AVE N NB FROM 14TH ST E TO FIELD HOUSE RD
(Link Station Construction)
Start: August 4, 7:00 a.m. End: September 4, 5:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE N EB FROM PRESTON AVE N TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link Station Construction)
Start: August 4, 7:00 a.m. End: September 4, 5:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE D S
(Road work)
Start: August 10, 7:00 a.m. End: September 6, 5:00 p.m.

VICTORIA AVE NB CLOSED FROM 2ND ST E TO 4TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: August 4, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: September 21, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB PARKING & CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE B S
(Streetscaping)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.

1ST AVE N SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 42ND A ST E TO CIRCLE DR E
(Building construction)
Start: May 1, 8:00 a.m. End: October 1, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST ROAD CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO PORTAGE AVE
(Sewer project)
Start: August 13, 7:00 a.m. End: October 4, 6:00 p.m.

WANUSKEWIN RD NB LANES CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic in SB lanes
Start: July 20, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 6:00 p.m.

WANUSKEWIN RD CLOSED AT 72ND ST E
(Pipeline work)
Start: July 27, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

71ST ST E ALL DIRECTIONS FROM IDYLWYLD DR N TO WAKOOMA ST
(Median upgrade)
Start: August 7, 10:00 a.m. End: October 31, 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.

Weekend Road Report - August 15 & 16

August 14, 2026 - 2:30pm

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August 14, 2026 - 2:30 pm

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

NEW

22ND ST W EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM HART RD TO DIEFENBAKER DR
(Guardrail removal)
Start: August 15, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 10:00 a.m.

33RD ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR W TO AVE P N
(Road work)
2-way traffic setup
Start: August 15, 7:00 a.m. End: August 16, 5:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM VICTORIA AVE TO 20TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: August 15, 8:00 a.m. End: August 16, 5:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HART RD TO DIEFENBAKER DR
(Guardrail removal)
Start: August 15, 10:00 a.m. End: August 15, 1:00 p.m.

3RD AVE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Rock 102 Show and Shine (Special Event))
Start: August 16, 4:00 a.m. End: August 16, 7:00 p.m.

2ND AVE N FROM 23RD ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Rock 102 Show and Shine (Special Event))
Start: August 16, 4:00 a.m. End: August 16, 7:00 p.m.

1ST AVE N FROM 22ND ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Rock 102 Show and Shine (Special Event))
Start: August 16, 4:00 a.m. End: August 16, 7:00 p.m.

20TH ST W PARKING LANES CLOSED AT AVE P S
(SL&P work)
Start: August 16, 6:00 a.m. End: August 16, 6:00 p.m.

MCKERCHER DR SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM EDINBURGH PL TO BALFOUR ST
(Road work)
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: August 16, 3:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED, SB CLOSED EACH INTERSECTION FROM MUNROE AVE S TO PRESTON AVE S
(Sewer maintenance)
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: August 16, 5:00 p.m.

RUTH ST W CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO ST GEORGE AVE
(Hydrant repair)
Start: August 16, 8:00 a.m. End: August 16, 5:00 p.m.

MILLAR AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 50TH ST E
(Road work)
Start: August 16, 1:00 p.m. End: August 18, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

STENSRUD RD EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO MUZYKA RD
(Traffic Calming)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: August 16, 5:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E EB & WB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER FROM LORNE AVE TO MCPHERSON AVE
(Traffic calming)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: August 16, 6:00 p.m.

RUTH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT JARVIS DR
(Traffic calming)
Start: August 10, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W ALL DIRECTIONS AT AVE F S
(WBYL Backpack Carnival (Special Event))
Start: August 13, 6:00 p.m. End: August 14, 6:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E SB/WB PARKING LANES & NB DRIVING LANE CLOSED AT VICTORIA AVE
(Sewer work)
Start: August 13, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 5:00 p.m.

BOYCHUK DR NB PARKING LANE & SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM MALCOLM PL TO HUNTINGTON PL
(Traffic calming)
Start: August 10, 8:00 a.m. End: August 16, 5:00 p.m.