News Releases

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

NEW

1ST AVE N SB CURB & MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 25TH ST E
(Link construction)
Start: March 27, 7:00 a.m. End: March 27, 10:00 a.m.

25TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(Link construction)
Start: March 27, 10:00 a.m. End: March 27, 1:00 p.m.

25TH ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM ONTARIO AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Link construction)
Start: March 27, 1:00 p.m. End: March 27, 4:00 p.m.
 

ONGOING

AVE H N CLOSED FROM 34TH ST W TO 35TH ST W
(Sewer replacement)
Start: March 26, 8:00 a.m. End: March 27, 6:00 p.m.

ACADIA DR ROAD CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO AVONDALE RD
(Water main maintenance)
Start: March 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 4, 5:00 p.m

TAYLOR ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ACADIA DR
(Water main maintenance)
Start: March 23, 7:00 a.m. End: May 4, 5:00 p.m.

HIGHWAY 11 NB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR OVERPASS
(Overpass repairs)
Start: March 17, 11:00 a.m. End: April 7, 8:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DRIVE EB CURB LANE AND ACCELERATION LANE CLOSED AT HIGHWAY 11 OVERPASS
(Overpass repairs)
Start: March 6, 7:00 a.m. End: April 30, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(SL&P work)
Start: March 9, 9:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:30 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.

The City’s third annual Round Dance and Feast is taking place this Friday, March 27 at the Cosmo Civic Centre.

A Round Dance is a traditional event in First Nations culture that celebrates community unity through the coming together of the community and its people. The theme for this event is miyo-pimatisiwin (MEE-oh pim-MOT-tis-oo-win), which means “the good life for all” in the Plains Cree language.

“We’re very proud to host this community Round Dance and Feast where everyone is welcome,” says Melissa Cote, Director of Indigenous Initiatives. “Round Dances bring the community together which cultivates a sense of unity and belonging for all people regardless of their age, culture or background.”

The City’s objectives in holding this event include responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's (TRC) Calls to Action, demonstrating its commitment to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People (UNDRIP), building relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, and demonstrating that the City of Saskatoon’s commitment to Reconciliation is not just words on paper.

Community members and City of Saskatoon employees have volunteered their time to ensure everything from set up to take down runs smoothly.

The City also received financial support from external partners to help cover the costs associated with hosting the Round Dance and Feast. “We’re grateful for the generous financial support from The Canadian Race Relations Foundation, Affinity Credit Union, the Saskatoon Public Library and the Government of Saskatchewan First Nations and Métis Relations Unit. We thank these organizations for contributing and helping us create an event that brings our community together,” says Cote.

The Round Dance and Feast is a family-friendly, alcohol and drug free event. The community feast takes place from 3:00-6:00 p.m. and the round dance begins at 6:00 p.m.

Media please note: Videography or photography of the feast is not permitted out of respect for ceremonial practices. Videography and photography of the round dance is permitted except when smudging and praying is happening during the giveaway ceremony and during the first dance. We request that any interviews with City of Saskatoon spokespeople take place on Friday morning, as we will not be able to accommodate interviews at the event.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Goo Goo Dolls at SaskTel Centre on Thursday, March 26, at 7:30 p.m. is available at the following times:

• 6:15 p.m.
• 6:55 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.

Saskatoon City Council has decided not to pursue a private operating partner for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District and supported the Administration to continue to advance the project through a refreshed funding strategy and continued collaboration with community and government partners.

Council made the decision following its review of two reports at its March 25, 2026, Regular Meeting, including additional information requested in October 2025 related to the proposed Private Partner Agreement Framework.

While Council chose not to move forward with a private partner, it reaffirmed its commitment to the Downtown Event and Entertainment District as a city-building initiative critical to Saskatoon’s long-term competitiveness and Downtown vitality.

“Work will continue toward making the District a reality,” said Dan Willems, Director of Technical Services. “The vision remains a Downtown where people can live, work and play, supported by modern event and entertainment venues that strengthen our economic and cultural foundation.”

An information report presented to Council outlined the City’s approach to advancing the District through alternative pathways, including a reinvigoration of the funding model. This work will focus on refining funding tools, securing legislative authority where required, and continuing discussions with community partners and other levels of government.

“The funding strategy is a living framework that will be refined over time as firm commitments and the necessary authority are secured for specific funding sources,” Willems said. “While securing a private partnership had been an important part of our work to date, there are still many other funding options that can help bring the District vision to life.”

The City will also continue foundational planning work to ensure Saskatoon remains competitive in attracting major touring events and large conventions, while reinforcing Downtown as a key economic and cultural hub.

Further updates will be provided as the funding strategy refresh and engagement with partners progresses.

For more information on the Downtown Event and Entertainment District please visit saskatoon.ca/eventdistrict.

Avenue H north will be closed between 34th and 35th Street west starting Thursday, March 26 to replace a broken sewer. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. This project is expected to take two days to complete, 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.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.