News Releases

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

NEW

51ST ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT MILLAR AVE 
(Pole repair)
Start: February 25, 9:00 a.m. End: February 25, 1:00 p.m.

BROADWAY AVE NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 6TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Tree maintenance)
Start: February 25, 9:00 a.m. End: February 25, 3:00 p.m.

AVE P N ROAD CLOSED FROM RUSHOLME RD TO 29TH ST W
(Tree maintenance )
Start: February 25, 9:00 a.m. End: February 25, 3:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM 109TH ST W TO 111TH ST W
(Pole replacement)
Start: February 25, 10:00 a.m. End: February 25, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

JUNOR AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM MCCLOCKLIN RD TO 37TH ST W
(Storm pond and storm trunk sewer maintenance)
Start: February 23, 8:00 a.m. End: February 26, 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.

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A Saskatoon business is accused of failing to comply with City bear spray sales and recording procedures under the City’s Business Licence Bylaw. 

The charges come following an investigation by the Saskatoon Police Service, aided by officials of the City Community Standards Department.

The charges are the first under recent amendments made to the Business Licence Bylaw. In July 2025, City Council changed the Bylaw to establish purchase and recording requirements for Saskatoon businesses selling bear spray.

The new rules are based on engagement with the business community, best practices and successes already in place at some sporting goods stores. The measures are also similar to processes in other Canadian municipalities.

Police officers and City officials have engaged business managers to ensure they understand the bylaw requirements which have received wide support.

Wildlife control products, commonly referred to as bear spray, are designed to repel wildlife through spraying pressurized liquid containing oil made from hot peppers. It causes burning eyes, strained breathing as well as nasal and throat irritation.

The product is not intended for use on humans or in an urban setting.

The purchaser must be at least 18-years-old and provide two pieces of government-issued identification. The name, ID number, date of birth and address of the purchaser must be recorded by the business and made available to the City.

Bear spray must be stored in a secure area, out of view of customers and only products containing the manufacturer’s serial number may be sold.

Court information # 110949

Saskatoon Transit will provide direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to SaskTel Centre for the following events this week:

Megadeth
Tuesday, February 24 at 7:00 p.m. 
Buses depart at:

• 5:45 p.m.
• 6:25 p.m.

Saskatoon Blades vs Penticton Vees
Wednesday, February 25 at 7:00 p.m. 
Buses depart at:

• 5:45 p.m.
• 6:25 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.

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City and contractor snow crews will begin clearing the priority street network tonight after Saskatoon received over approximately 7cm of snow on Monday, February 23. This is the 7th snow event of the season.

Snow accumulation is not expected to affect Saskatoon Transit or waste collection.

What you can expect from us

1. Crews will grade Priority 1 streets like Circle Dr and streets with three+ lanes each way like Idylwyld Dr, 22nd St and College Dr.
2. By 12 hours in, we plan to move onto Priority 2 double-lane streets like Clarence Ave, McKercher Dr and Millar Ave.
3. Next, we will get to the Priority 3 streets that take you through your neighbourhood like Louise Ave, Howell Ave and Main St.
4. We will also clear City facility sidewalks, Meewasin Trail, pathways along major routes, and walkways over bridges and overpasses within 48 hours.

How you can help us

1. When you see the blue and amber flashing lights of snow crews, please slow down, remain at least 15 metres (2.5 car lengths) behind, and be prepared to stop.
2. Anticipate winter driving conditions and adjust your driving. This includes slowing down and allowing more space between vehicles.
3. Clear your business sidewalks within 24 hours and residential sidewalks within 48 hours. Please keep this snow on your property.

Learn about winter road maintenance at saskatoon.ca/snow and check the latest Snow & Ice Report posted to saskatoon.ca/SnowReport.

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

NEW

BROADWAY AVE CLOSED FROM WILSON CRES TO HOPKINS ST
(Hydrant replacement)
Start: February 24, 8:00 a.m. End: February 24, 5:00 p.m.

CONFEDERATION DR NB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO LAURIER DR
(Pole swap)
Start: February 24, 9:00 a.m. End: February 24, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO 108TH ST W
(Construction)
Start: February 24, 9:00 a.m. End: February 24, 3:00 p.m.

KONIHOWSKI RD CLOSED FROM HASLAM CRES TO REVER RD
(Manhole repair)
Start: February 24, 9:00 a.m. End: February 24, 3:00 p.m.

WANUSKEWIN RD EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM WHEELER AVE TO ARTHUR ROSE AVE
(Streetlight repair)
Start: February 24, 10:00 a.m. End: February 24, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

JUNOR AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM MCCLOCKLIN RD TO 37TH ST W
(Storm pond and storm trunk sewer maintenance)
Start: February 23, 8:00 a.m. End: February 26, 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.