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Daily Road Report - June 3
June 2, 2026 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
22ND ST W EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE K S TO AVE J S
(Water main repair)
Start: June 3, 9:00 a.m. End: June 3, 1:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 108TH ST W
(SL&P work)
Start: June 3, 9:00 a.m. End: June 3, 3:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED. FROM ARMISTICE WAY TO TAYLOR ST E
(Manhole repair)
Start: June 3, 9:00 a.m. End: June 3, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO LORNE AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Start: June 3, 7:00 p.m. End: June 4, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR S WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Overnight road resurfacing)
Start: June 2, 7:00 p.m. End: June 3, 6:00 a.m.
WARMAN RD SB OFFRAMP CLOSED FROM ASSINIBOINE DR TO CIRCLE DR E
(Overnight road repairs)
Start: June 2, 7:00 p.m. End: June 3, 6:00 a.m.
HIGHWAY 7 NB CLOSED, EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HART RD TO 22ND ST W
(Road resurfacing)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
KENSINGTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM ELLS CRES TO ELLS CRES
(Homeland Trenching)
Start: May 27, 8:00 a.m. End: June 10, 5:00 p.m.
BERINI DR SB CLOSED FROM 115TH ST E TO ROGERS RD
(Concrete repair)
Two-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 12, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB & SB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Construction)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 15, 5:00 p.m.
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: July 13, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR W TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 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.
Dundonald Avenue Solar Farm online: City boosts local energy generation
June 2, 2026 - 10:00am
Saskatoon Light & Power (SL&P) today officially opened the Dundonald Avenue Solar Farm, a 2.8-megawatt clean energy project. The Director of SL&P says the move represents a significant step toward achieving the City’s long-term climate commitments and its goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2050.
“Today marks an important milestone for our city as we celebrate the grand opening of the Dundonald Solar Farm,” says Mayor Cynthia Block. “This project is a powerful symbol of our commitment to clean energy, forward-thinking innovation, and meaningful collaboration. By harnessing renewable energy, we are not only reducing our environmental footprint but also strengthening our energy security and resilience. Projects such as these help ensure a reliable energy supply for our community while supporting the transition to a lower-carbon economy.”
“We are proud to be part of a growing movement toward cleaner, more sustainable communities, and we look forward to continuing to work with our partners to advance innovative solutions that benefit residents now and for generations to come.”
Located on approximately 5.7 hectares (14 acres) of previously undeveloped land between the CN railway tracks and Circle Drive South—east of Dundonald Avenue and south of 11th Street West—the Solar Farm marks the fourth powerhouse built by the City over its rich 120-year history, and the second major clean energy project undertaken by the City in recent years, following the successful Landfill Gas Power Generation Facility.
The Dundonald Avenue Solar Farm will generate enough renewable electricity to power more than 400 homes, roughly equivalent to a neighbourhood the size of the Willows or Richmond Heights. Over its 30‑year lifespan, the project is expected to reduce community greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 23,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent—the same as removing more than 160 cars from Saskatoon’s roads every year.
“The opening of the Dundonald Avenue Solar Farm is a major achievement for our community,” Trevor Bell says. “By adding local solar power to the Saskatoon Light & Power distribution system, we’re reducing emissions, strengthening our energy resilience, and creating long-term value for residents. It’s a milestone we’re proud of, and one that will deliver benefits for decades.”
A Strategic Investment in Saskatoon’s Energy Future
The total project cost is approximately $7.3 million, with just under $2.6 million in funding provided by federal and provincial partners through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP). Thanks to this support, the Solar Farm is projected to pay for itself in about 15 years through reduced electricity purchases from SaskPower.
“As Saskatchewan continues to grow, our energy needs are growing with it, and that creates a real opportunity for communities like Saskatoon to lead,” said the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development. “The Dundonald Avenue Solar Farm will add more clean power to the local grid and support sustainable growth in the Saskatoon area. We’re proud to work with the Government of Saskatchewan and the City of Saskatoon on projects like these that strengthen communities today and position them for the economy of tomorrow.”
The solar installation feeds directly into the SL&P electrical distribution system, contributing clean, locally generated electricity to Saskatoon’s power grid while supporting provincial efforts to transition to a carbon neutral electricity system by 2050.
“The Government of Saskatchewan joins residents and city officials in celebrating this important milestone as it comes online,” said the Honourable Eric Schmalz, Minister of Government Relations. “Strategic investment in infrastructure strengthens Saskatchewan’s energy future, advancing Saskatchewan’s all‑of‑the‑above approach to energy security.”
Advancing the Low Emissions Community Plan
The Dundonald Avenue Solar Farm is a key initiative under Saskatoon’s Low Emissions Community Plan, which outlines the City’s pathway to net-zero emissions. As Saskatoon currently relies heavily on nonrenewable, carbon-intensive electricity sources such as coal and natural gas, local renewable generation is essential to reducing emissions and improving long-term energy security.
About the Dundonald Avenue Solar Farm
Size: 2.8 MW
Location: East of Dundonald Avenue, south of 11th Street West
Land area: ~6 hectares (14 acres)
Lifetime emissions reduction: ~23,000 tonnes CO₂e
Equivalent impact: Powers 400+ homes; removes 160+ cars from the road annually
Project cost: ~$7.3 million
External funding: ~$2.57 million (federal and provincial - ICIP)
Payback period: ~15 years
For more information visit saskatoon.ca/SolarFarm.
Hampton Village fires remain under investigation
June 1, 2026 - 8:16pm
The Saskatoon Fire Department continues to investigate the cause of fires on the 400 block of Geary Crescent that Friday destroyed four homes, six garages and caused damage to a total of 20 properties in Hampton Village.
The Deputy Chief who leads the team of fire investigators, says everyone understands the devastating effect of the fires, but that a probe of this nature takes time.
“In order to respect our fire investigation process, we will be very factual and thorough before we give a cause and origin,” says Deputy Chief Yvonne Raymer. “But at the end of the day, it may also be undetermined.”
Just after 12 p.m. Friday, May 29, fire crews arrived in just under six minutes to heavy black smoke and at least one home fully on fire. A second alarm was immediately called.
Thirty-two firefighters responded to the scene including two aerial trucks, four engines, a rescue engine, Command 9, a safety officer, battalion chief and deputy chief taking about two-and-a-half hours to get the flames under control.
All occupants evacuated safely – no injuries to residents or firefighters were reported.
Later Friday, the fire department had a City excavator knock down remaining structures to make it safer for investigators to do their work.
Raymer cautions about any speculation related to building materials and neighbourhood density.
“Saskatoon is not abnormal from any other city in the way we plan and develop our neighbourhoods. This is, in fact, accepted across Canada. We are not making a bylaw that makes this sub-par for affordable housing.
“All those structures met the minimum requirements of the National Building Code of Canada. All structures in the City of Saskatoon go through a permit process and have a building inspection.”
Raymer says firefighters did everything that could be expected as difficult, optimal fire conditions were present Friday and likely the main factor. She explains winds were over 30 Km/h, the temperature was above 30 degrees and the relative humidity was around 30 per cent.
“When we look at wind conditions and the extent of where the fire was -- it was burning so hot -- it was being pushed and was wind-driven.”
The Fire Department is offering support to the families and residents affected by the fire.
There is no word on when the investigation will be complete. Raymer says the fire investigator still has interviews to conduct and do necessary paperwork for homeowners to provide insurance companies.
More information will be shared when it is available.
Daily Road Report - June 2
June 1, 2026 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
TAYLOR ST E WB CLOSED FROM PARK AVE TO GROSVENOR AVE
(Sidewalk replacement)
Two-way traffic in EB lanes
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT 51ST ST E
(Bridge inspection)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 3:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB PARKING & CURB LANES CLOSED. FROM 5TH AVE N TO WARMAN RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E SB ACCELERATION LANE CLOSED AT PRESTON AVE N
(Underground maintenance)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 3:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Overnight road resurfacing)
Start: June 2, 7:00 p.m. End: June 3, 6:00 a.m.
WARMAN RD SB OFFRAMP CLOSED FROM ASSINIBOINE DR TO CIRCLE DR E
(Overnight road repairs)
Start: June 2, 7:00 p.m. End: June 3, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
HIGHWAY 7 NB CLOSED, EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HART RD TO 22ND ST W
(Road resurfacing)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
KENSINGTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM ELLS CRES TO ELLS CRES
(Homeland Trenching)
Start: May 27, 8:00 a.m. End: June 10, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB & SB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Construction)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 15, 5:00 p.m.
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: July 13, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD NB CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR W TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 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.
Outdoor pools open for the season beginning Friday, June 5, 2026
June 1, 2026 - 1:30pm
- Riversdale Pool (822 Ave H S) on Friday, June 5
- Lathey Pool (815 Taylor St E) on Thursday, June 11
- Mayfair Pool (1025 Ave F N) on Monday, June 15
- George Ward Pool (1915 5th St E) on Wednesday, June 17
- Public Swim – George Ward, Lathey, Mayfair, Riversdale
- Family Swim – George Ward, Riversdale
- Parent Splash Time (for children 5 & under) – Riversdale
- Lane Swim – George Ward, Riversdale
- Aqua Fitness – George Ward (drop-in reserve), Riversdale
- Baby & Me Aqua Fitness – Riversdale
- Lathey Pool – Friday, July 3
- Mayfair Pool – Wednesday, July 8
- George Ward Pool – Thursday, August 20
- Riversdale Pool – Tuesday, August 25
Make a splash this summer at the City of Saskatoon’s four outdoor pools! The outdoor pools open for the season on the following dates:
With a drop-in admission, enjoy amenities such as waterslides, springboards, spray features, sports courts and lawn areas. Children under six years of age are admitted free when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Patrons not swimming are still required to pay admission.
Programs run at set times. Check the drop-in schedule at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca for the program availability.
Drop-in Programs:
Note: Aqua Fitness at George Ward Pool requires a reservation due to limited space and equipment. Reserve a spot online at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca or by calling George Ward pool.
New this summer, from July 2 to August 12, Riversdale Pool will host a Youth Centre in the park space outside the entrance. The Centre will be open Monday to Thursday from 12:30–7:45 p.m. and Friday: 1:30–5:15 p.m. Youth ages 12–16 are invited to drop in and enjoy sports, games, music, and time with friends. The program is free to attend, with activities shaped around what matters most to youth in our community.
Discount Alert! Bulk Tickets are available for the outdoor pools. This popular admission option offers 10 outdoor pool passes at a discounted price. A LeisureCard also provides admission to the outdoor pools.
All four outdoor pools will once again offer a Weekday Swim Special. Pay an admission of $1.55/person, Monday to Thursday from 6 p.m. until close.
Swimming lessons are offered in July and August. Class options are listed in the Spring /Summer Leisure Guide, available at any leisure facility or online at saskatoon.ca/leisureguide. Register online by logging into your Leisure Online account or calling or visiting any Leisure Centre.
Dive into community fun with free admission days being offered on the following days:
Outdoor pools will be cleared immediately if thunder &/or lightning occurs and will close if the temperature is 14 degrees or lower, or during steady rain conditions. Sign up for Service Alerts at www.saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @YXEServiceAlerts on X for immediate updates.
For more information on outdoor pools, visit saskatoon.ca/outdoorpools.