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Full closures of priority one roads happening this long weekend and Tuesday
September 4, 2026 - 6:00am
Traffic Bridge closed from Saskatchewan Crescent to Spadina Crescent for the Nutrien Fireworks Festival
8 a.m. on Friday, September 4 until 8 a.m. on Sunday, September 6
20th Street W closed between Avenue K S and Avenue H S for road work
Tuesday, September 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Spadina Crescent E closed between 21st Street E and 22nd Street E for water main work
Tuesday, September 8 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
12th Street E closed between Albert Avenue and Clarence Avenue S for sewer work
Starting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8 until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9
Various priority one roadways will have closures and restrictions starting on Friday, September 4 until Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Detour signs will be in place to guide motorists around these areas. The City thanks everyone in advance for their patience.
The closures will be as follows:
Closure end times are weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
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.
Subscribe to the Daily Road Report for a full list of construction projects on priority roads by visiting saskatoon.ca/news-releases.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Daily Road Report - September 4
September 3, 2026 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
1ST AVE S SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Road work)
Start: September 4, 5:00 a.m. End: September 4, 9:00 a.m.
4TH AVE S CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Crane lift)
Start: September 4, 5:00 a.m. End: September 4, 1:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CONNAUGHT PL TO 36TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 4, 7:00 a.m. End: September 4, 12:00 p.m.
19TH ST W ALL DIRECTIONS AT AVE D S
(Water main work)
Start: September 4, 7:00 a.m. End: September 4, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S EB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES W TO LORNE AVE
(Road microsurfacing)
Start: September 4, 7:00 a.m. End: September 6, 7:00 p.m.
20TH ST E WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(SL&P work)
Start: September 4, 8:00 a.m. End: January 4, 4:00 p.m.
33RD ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR W
(Guardrail installation)
Start: September 4, 9:00 a.m. End: September 4, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Storm drain maintenance)
Start: September 4, 9:00 a.m. End: September 4, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
RUTH ST E EB & WB CLOSED FROM BLAIN AVE TO JARVIS DR
(Water main repairs)
Start: September 3, 8:00 a.m. End: September 4, 12:00 p.m.
22ND ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE F N
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 4, 5:00 p.m.
12TH ST E EB & WB CLOSED FROM MCKINNON AVE S TO MUNROE AVE S
(Water & sewer connections)
Start: September 3, 8:00 a.m. End: September 4, 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 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: TBA
COLLEGE DR EB/WB UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(College Dr Link Construction)
Closure of College Dr includes a full closure of the University Bridge at Spadina Cr E
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: TBA
PRESTON AVE N NB/SB 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.
33RD ST W WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM AVE B N TO AVE D N
(Road work)
Start: August 26, 8:00 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.
TRAFFIC BRIDGE ALL DIRECTIONS SASKATCHEWAN CRES & SPADINA CR
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival (Special Event))
Rain out day will be evening of Sept 6 if necessary.
Start: September 3, 7:00 p.m. End: September 6, 8:00 a.m.
8TH ST E SB/WB AT CUMBERLAND AVE
(Link Station Construction)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 6, 8:00 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: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W EB CURB & PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM AVE P S TO AVE M S
(Construction)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E ALL DIRECTIONS CLOSED AT 4TH AVE N
(Water main work)
Start: August 24, 12:00 p.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT AVE E N
(Water main project)
Start: August 21, 8:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
KERR RD WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM KAPLAN GREEN TO COLLINS CRES
(Sidewalk repairs)
Start: August 31, 10:00 a.m. End: September 11, 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 14, 5:00 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: September 14, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N WB FROM CIRCLE DR E TO PRESTON AVE N
(Link Station Construction)
Start: August 25, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE CLOSED FROM 2ND ST E TO 4TH ST E
(Water main project)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 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.
LORNE AVE NB CLOSED FROM WILLOW ST E TO MAPLE ST E
(Road work)
Two-way traffic in SB lanes
Start: August 28, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 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: September 30, 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: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W WB PARKING & CURB LANE CLOSURE 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.
CENTRAL AVE NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO FEDORUK DR
(Road work)
Start: August 17, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 5:00 p.m.
FEDORUK DR EB LANE CLOSED AT CENTRAL AVE
(Road work)
Start: August 17, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO PORTAGE AVE
(Sewer work)
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.
BROADWAY AVE SB PARKING LANE & SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 9TH ST E
(Building construction)
Start: August 31, 8:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 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.
Celebrating Labour Day with fireworks
September 3, 2026 - 2:30pm
- 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.
The Saskatoon Fire Department would like to remind residents and visitors of safe practices for purchasing, enjoying and disposing of fireworks. This Labour Day, low-hazard fireworks can only be discharged on private property between the hours of dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Monday, September 7.
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:
For more information about fireworks safety, please visit saskatoon.ca/fireworks.
The Saskatoon Fire Department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Labour Day weekend!
Adjusted civic services & hours of operation for Labour Day - Monday, September 7
September 3, 2026 - 1:38pm
The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation for Labour Day - Monday, September 7.
Take a moment to check what’s open, what’s closed and to review any service changes that may affect your plans, details here.
Special note on Organics (Green Cart) collection: Planning a garden clean-up over the long weekend? Due to construction, Green Cart collection on several east-side streets has been rescheduled to Tuesday, September 8. Please check your collection schedule to find out if your address is affected.
The City wishes residents a safe and enjoyable Labour Day long weekend.
Spadina Crescent and Traffic Bridge closed for event starting Thursday night
September 3, 2026 - 6:00am
- Spadina Crescent between 2nd and 3rd avenues
- Traffic Bridge between 11th and 19th streets
- 2nd Avenue between Saunders Place and Spadina Crescent
- 3rd Avenue between 19th Street and Traffic Bridge
Various downtown roads will have closures and lane restrictions starting Thursday, September 3, from 7:00 p.m. to Sunday, September 6, at 10:00 a.m. for the annual Nutrien Fireworks Festival. Detour signs will be in place to guide motorists around the event area. Drivers are reminded to drive carefully and watch for participants. The City thanks everyone for their patience.
The following road will be closed between September 3 at 7:00 p.m. and September 6 at 10:00 a.m. for staging.
The following roads will be closed between September 4 at 9:00 a.m. and September 6 at 10:00 a.m. for the Nutrien Fireworks Festival.
Saskatoon Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
Subscribe to the Daily Road Report for a full list of construction projects on priority roads by visiting saskatoon.ca/news-releases.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.