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Daily Road Report - April 22, 2022
April 21, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BROADWAY AVE SB & NB THRU LANES CLOSED AT 8TH ST INTERSECTION
(Water main repairs)
Start: April 20, 5:00 p.m. End: April 24, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST EB & WB TURU LANES & SB TURN LANE CLOSED AT BROADWAY AVE INTERSECTION
(Water main repairs)
Start: April 20, 5:00 p.m. End: April 24, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E EB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM ROYAL AVE TO BROADWAY AVE
(Test hole drilling)
Start: April 22, 7:00 a.m. End: April 22, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB & WB TRAFFIC LANES REDUCED FROM NORTHUMBERLAND AVE TO JUNOR AVE
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: April 22, 9:00 a.m. End: April 22, 3:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB & WB MEDAIN LANES CLOSED FROM AVE G N TO AVE J N
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: April 22, 9:00 a.m. End: April 22, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM HENRY DAYDAY RD TO ASPEN RIDGE ST
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 p.m.
8TH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEW MCORMOND DR
(Water main construction)
Start: April 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 11, 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.
Important information for Commercial property owners: 2022 Amended Assessment Notices, Appeal dates
April 21, 2022 - 3:59am
Over the next week, the City of Saskatoon will be mailing out Amended Assessment Notices to commercial property owners where an update to the assessed value of their property is required for a full year.
“We’ve had several longstanding commercial assessment appeal decisions ruled on by the Court of Appeal and these also affected the Board of Revision in 2021,” says Bryce Trew, City Assessor. “This has led to implications for retail, warehouse and office buildings greater than 5800 square feet.”
Property owners who receive an Amended Assessment Notice will have a 30-Day Assessment Review and Appeal period from the date an Amended or Supplementary Notice is mailed to them in which to file a formal appeal on their property's assessment.
“It's important to note that not all commercial property assessments changed as a result of the recently finalized appeal decisions,” adds Trew. “If an assessment changed in 2022, it could be because of physical alterations to the property such as new builds, additions, renovations, or demolitions, changes in tax status or ownership, and/or a Board of Revision decision.”
Currently, there are Board of Revision appeals from 2021 that are with the Saskatchewan Municipal Board. Appeals filed in 2022 are with the Board of Revision. If decisions from these appeals require further changes to assessment models, property owners will be issued amended notices.
Following the provincially legislated reassessment year in 2021, property owners who since January 1, 2021, had a change in the assessment, tax status, or ownership of their property would have received a 2022 Assessment Notice earlier this year. The 2022 Assessment Roll was open until February 4, 2022, also the deadline to file a commercial or residential 2022 appeal with the Board of Revision. The Province is on a four-year assessment cycle with current property assessments in place from 2021 to 2024.
Visit saskatoon.ca/assessment for more information or contact 306-975-3227 for assessment-related questions. We’re here to help.
Sinkhole on Broadway Avenue, road closures and detour in place
April 20, 2022 - 11:51am
A sinkhole has formed in the South bound lanes of Broadway Avenue near 8th Street East where City crews have been working on a water main repair this week.
Road closures are currently in place impacting the South bound lanes of Broadway Avenue and all East bound lanes of 8th Street.
The City of Saskatoon’s Detours and Sign Shop have put in place signs and messaging for drivers to follow. Traffic is being detoured down Lorne Avenue and Victoria Avenue. These closures will be modified on Thursday, April 21, in the morning to allow for the contractor to address the sinkhole.
Drivers are asked to avoid the area of Broadway Avenue and 8th Street, if possible, and to allow extra time if their commute takes them in this direction.
The City of Saskatoon will provide an update when road closures or detours are changed or lifted.
The City thanks citizens for their patience as the sinkhole is addressed and repaired.
Daily Road Report - April 21, 2022
April 20, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
No new projects are scheduled to start on Priority 1 streets on this date.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM HENRY DAYDAY RD TO ASPEN RIDGE ST
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 p.m.
8TH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEW MCORMOND DR
(Water main construction)
Start: April 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 11, 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.
Challenging driving conditions with snow, wind gusts and drop in temperatures
April 20, 2022 - 1:03am
Drivers and pedestrians are encouraged to use caution on streets and sidewalks after mixed precipitation, dropping temperatures and blowing snow. There was a lot of moisture on the streets that froze as temperatures dropped overnight.
City crews, including ten sanders, worked overnight applying de-icing materials focusing on Circle Drive, bridge decks and other intersections. Eight sanders will continue today applying de-icing materials on priority streets and plows will be addressing snow build-up on Circle Drive.
Driving conditions are expected to be challenging today as wind gusts and snow continue. Drivers are encouraged to slow down and allow for extra time to get where they are going.
Summer road maintenance activities, such as pothole patching and street sweeping, are on pause as crews address this spring snowstorm.
Daily Road Report - April 20, 2022
April 19, 2022 - 1:41am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM HOPKINS ST TO WILSON CRES
(Curb shutoff repair)
Start: April 20, 7:00 a.m. End: April 20, 4:00 p.m.
8TH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEW MCORMOND DR
(Water main construction)
Start: April 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 11, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM HENRY DAYDAY RD TO ASPEN RIDGE ST
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 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.
The driving ranges at Silverwood and Holiday Park Golf Courses are now open
April 19, 2022 - 1:00pm
The driving ranges at Silverwood Golf Course (3503 Kinnear Avenue) and Holiday Park Golf Course (1630 Avenue U South) are now open.
Hours of operation will be 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily. Note: Hours are dependent on weather. Please contact Holiday Park or Silverwood for current hours.
Driving Range rates are:
Large Basket (70-75 Balls): $12.00
Medium Basket (40-45 Balls): $8.00
Small Basket (20-25 Balls): $5.00
Season Pass: $440.00 (good for use at both ranges)
Opening dates for Holiday Park, Wildwood and Silverwood golf courses will be announced soon.
For more information about any of the City’s golf courses please visit saskatoon.ca/golf.
Needle Safety
April 19, 2022 - 3:01am
- Do not recap the needle.
- Wear garden, work or medical gloves.
- Use tweezers, pliers or tongs to pick up by the end that is not the sharp end. Keep the needle away from your body.
- Place the needle, sharp end first, into a hard container that needles cannot poke through (e.g. liquid laundry detergent or bleach container).
- Fill a container no more than 3/4 full. If a container is too full, the needles may poke through the side.
- Put the container lid on tightly and tape it.
- Wash your hands with soap and water.
- Saskatoon Fire Department – 306-975-3030
- Public Health Services Saskatoon – 306-655-4444
The Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) collects and disposes of more than 11,000 needles each year. Discarded hypodermic needles are a concern at any time of the year, but spring poses a particular threat. As the snow melts, needles that were once hidden in the snow are uncovered.
In partnership with the Saskatchewan Health Authority, members of the SFD will be out in the community in the coming weeks for an annual community needle clean-up. Residents are reminded to follow safe pick-up and disposal practices when discarding needles:
Needles should never be placed in city garbage or recycling. Alternatively, needles should be placed in a designated drop box. Call 306-655-4444 to find the nearest drop box location.
If you are not comfortable handling or disposing of a needle on public property, call:
For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/needlesafe.
8th Street closed between McOrmond Drive and Zimmerman Road starting Wednesday
April 19, 2022 - 8:00am
8th Street will be closed between McOrmond Drive and Zimmerman Road starting Wednesday, April 20, at 9:00 a.m. for roadway work. The intersection at 8th Street and McOrmond Drive will be closed during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take three weeks to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
Special event bus service to SaskTel Centre this weekend
April 15, 2022 - 6:00am
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:05 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
- 6:45 p.m.
- 7:05 p.m.
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (outside the 2nd Avenue Lofts at 23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rush take on the Colorado Mammoth at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, April 16, is available at the following times:
Direct service from the Special Events Stop to see Imagine Dragons in concert on Sunday, April 17, is available at the following times:
Post event drop-off is 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.
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 that helps make connections that combine Transit with riide and Uber. Transit does the work so you can travel with ease! Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
To protect the health and safety of residents, customers and employees, masks are required when traveling on Saskatoon Transit.
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.
Daily Road Report - April 19, 2022
April 14, 2022 - 3:45pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
LORNE AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MAPLE ST E TO ISABELLA ST E
(Service connection replacement)
Start: April 19, 8:00 a.m. End: April 19, 6:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE L N TO VALENS DR
(Water main repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: April 19, 8:00 a.m. End: April 19, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR S
(Crash cushion repair)
Start: April 19, 9:00 a.m. End: April 19, 3:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Underground vault work)
Start: April 19, 5:00 p.m. End: April 19, 8:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM HENRY DAYDAY RD TO ASPEN RIDGE ST
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 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.
Long Weekend Road Report - April 15-18, 2022
April 13, 2022 - 8:50am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCKERCHER DR NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAIT PL TO 8TH ST E
(Hydrant lead repair)
Start: April 16, 8:00 a.m. End: April 16, 4:30 p.m.
AVE C N SB LANES CLOSED & NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 46TH ST W TO 47TH ST W
(Valve repair)
Start: April 17, 8:00 a.m. End: April 17, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM HENRY DAYDAY RD TO ASPEN RIDGE ST
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE ALL LANES ACCESS REDUCED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Street Sweeping)
Start: April 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 6, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing on Priority 1 streets as of this date.
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.
Holiday Pay Parking Reminder: Easter Long Weekend
April 14, 2022 - 11:00am
Lorne Avenue closed between Isabella and Maple streets on Tuesday
April 14, 2022 - 9:00am
Lorne Avenue will be closed between Isabella and Maple streets on Tuesday, April 19, at 8:00 a.m. for service connection replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take 10 hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information is 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.
Adjusted holiday hours & civic services for Good Friday, April 15 and Easter Monday, April 18
April 13, 2022 - 4:00pm
The City of Saskatoon will have a number of adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Wondering what’s open or closed? See full details on the City’s website.
Daily Road Report - April 14, 2022
April 13, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
20TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(SL&P work)
Start: April 14, 5:00 p.m. End: April 14, 9:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BALTZAN BLVD TO FEDORUK DR
(Construction)
Start: April 12, 8:00 a.m. End: April 14, 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.
Adjusted holiday hours & civic services for Good Friday, April 15 and Easter Monday, April 18
April 13, 2022 - 4:40am
- Garbage (Black Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- Recycling (Blue Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- Organics (Subscription Green Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- For collection schedules and reminders, get the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app or visit saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar
- The Landfill is open over the Easter long weekend from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/landfill
- The compost depots are open for the season and over the Easter long weekend from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/compostdepots
- Fixed route transit will operate holiday hours on Friday, April 15.
- On-Demand Transit will not be available on Friday, April 15.
- Access Transit will operate holiday hours (8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.) on Friday, April 15 and Monday, April 18.
- Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed on Friday, April 15 but phone lines (306.975.3100) will be open from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Parking payment is not required on Good Friday, April 15.
- Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.
- Parking payment will be required in City-managed pay parking areas on Easter Monday, April 18, 2022.
- Vehicles will not be released to the public on Good Friday, April 15.
- Open for regular business on Easter Monday.
- Zoo - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Buckeye Café - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Cosmo Civic Centre
Good Friday & Easter Monday - CLOSED - Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre
Good Friday - CLOSED
Easter Monday - OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.) - Lakewood Civic Centre
Good Friday - CLOSED
Easter Monday - OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) - Lawson Civic Centre
Good Friday - CLOSED
Easter Monday - OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) - Saskatoon Field House
Good Friday - CLOSED
Easter Monday - OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) - Shaw Centre
Good Friday - CLOSED
Easter Monday - OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) - Terry Fox Track
Good Friday, Saturday, April 16, & Easter Sunday (April 17) – CLOSED - Good Friday, Saturday, April 16, & Easter Sunday (April 17) – CLOSED
- Easter Monday – Regular Hours of Operation
The City of Saskatoon will have a number of adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Good Friday and Easter Monday, as follows:
CITY HALL
All Administrative Offices are closed on Friday, April 15 and Monday, April 18. City Hall will reopen Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at 8:00 a.m.
REMAI MODERN
Remai Modern is open from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Good Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Easter Sunday. The museum is closed on Monday, April 18.
WASTE COLLECTIONS
LANDFILL
COMPOST DEPOTS
SASKATOON TRANSIT
PAY PARKING
MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT
SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO HOURS
Hours of Operation:
LEISURE CENTRES
Search for drop-in program information including fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions and fitness programs on Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline
GOLF COURSES
The pro shops at Holiday Park, Silverwood and Wildwood golf courses are open for sales and will have the following hours Easter Weekend:
NOTIFYNOW
Residents are encouraged to sign-up to notifynow for timely and targeted public safety messages. Notifynow is a free service. Tell us how to best reach you on your preferred communication device. Visit saskatoon.ca/notifynow for more information.
YXE SERVICE ALERTS
For information and updates on service disruptions such as power or water check saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @yxeservicealert on Twitter.
Bus service to SaskTel Centre
March 29, 2022 - 3:13pm
- 4:15 p.m.
- 4:55 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (outside the 2nd Avenue Lofts at 23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to experience the Slipknot: Knotfest Roadshow at SaskTel Centre on Thursday, April 14, is available at the following times:
Post event drop-off is 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.
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 that helps make connections that combine Transit with riide and Uber. Transit does the work so you can travel with ease! Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
To protect the health and safety of residents, customers and employees, masks are required when traveling on Saskatoon Transit.
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.
Daily Road Report - April 13, 2022
April 12, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
No projects are scheduled to start on Priority 1 streets as of this date.
ONGOING
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BALTZAN BLVD TO FEDORUK DR
(Construction)
Start: April 12, 8:00 a.m. End: April 14, 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.
Daily Road Report - April 12, 2022
April 11, 2022 - 9:09am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BALTZAN BLVD TO FEDORUK DR
(Construction)
Start: April 12, 8:00 a.m. End: April 14, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 108TH ST TO COLLEGE DR
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: April 12, 9:30 a.m. End: April 12, 1:30 p.m. .
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing on Priority 1 streets as of this date.
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.
Spring clean-up of park and open space areas start mid-April
April 11, 2022 - 10:00am
- Park clean-up, consisting mainly of litter control and removal of branches and leaves from turf areas and shrub beds.
- Pumping out the spring run-off in low-lying areas in parks and green spaces.
- Sweeping park-front sidewalks and boulevards where grass, trees and/or flowerpots are located. Full-size street sweepers will follow the same path after to collect the debris left behind on the road.
- Grooming of crusher dust trails in naturalized park areas to remove the ruts from run-off and other winter activities will begin once the trails have fully dried.
- Collecting litter and beginning of mowing cycles to over 400 hectares of open space areas along Circle Drive and other major freeways.
- Emptying of garbage receptacles will increase to at least once a week, beginning May 4.
Daily Road Report, April 11, 2022
April 8, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
TAYLOR ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Daylighting)
Start: April 11, 9:00 a.m. End: April 11, 3:00 p.m.
20TH ST E WB CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO IDYLWYLD DR N
(SL&P work)
Start: April 11, 5:00 p.m. End: April 11, 9:00 p.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing on Priority 1 streets as of this date.
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, April 9-10, 2022
April 8, 2022 - 2:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
51ST ST E EB ROAD CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Hydrant replacement)
Start: April 9, 8:00 a.m. End: April 9, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE H N TO AVE K N
(Sewer inspections)
Start: April 10, 8:00 a.m. End: April 10, 12:00 p.m.
2ND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Manhole repair)
Start: April 10, 8:00 a.m. End: April 10, 5:00 p.m.
AVE C N ROAD CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO 47TH ST W
(Sewer inspection)
Start: April 10, 10:00 a.m. End: April 10, 4:00 p.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing on Priority 1 streets as of these dates.
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.
City Council and Committees to resume in-person meetings in April
April 8, 2022 - 7:34am
After more than two years, Saskatoon City Council and its Committees will resume in-person meetings in April and will reopen Council Chamber to the public. Meetings have been conducted virtually online since shortly after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“With COVID-19 restrictions lifting, it’s exciting to welcome back Council members and members of the public to attend City Council proceedings in Council Chamber or to other public committee meetings,” says Adam Tittemore, City Clerk. “While there are no COVID-related restrictions or a capacity limit in Chambers at present, public visitors may still choose to physically distance themselves and or wear an optional face-covering.”
Meeting participants and the public will have the option to attend upcoming meetings in person or virtually from another location. City Council proceedings will continue to be made available for public viewing via a live stream video link.
To add greater accessibility to City Council’s live-streamed video of public meetings, the City has added a closed captioning service whereby people with impaired hearing can toggle the “cc” icon on or off to make text appear on the screen below the video. Closed captioning may at times convey inaccurate spellings or words interpreted incorrectly due to the technology or speaker. “The City is committed to providing an open municipal government and this includes adding accessibility supports to best serve all members of the community,” adds Tittemore.
Visitor Screening Procedures introduced pre-pandemic will also be in place, including the visual bag inspection, for the public attending Council Chambers for City Council or Committee meetings. This safety measure is the City’s commitment to making Council Chamber as open, accessible and secure as possible for all visitors and City employees.
Helpful Links
Interacting with City Council & Committees
Watch live-streamed video of public City Council meetings
Visit saskatoon.ca .
Avenue C closed between 45th Street and Hangar Road on Sunday
April 8, 2022 - 9:00am
Avenue C will be closed between 45th Street and Hangar Road on Sunday, April 10, at 10:00 a.m. for sewer inspection work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take six hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information is 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.
Funding Increase Proposed for Saskatoon SPCA
April 8, 2022 - 2:44am
A recommendation to increase funding to the Saskatoon SPCA (SPCA) for pound services in 2022 will be presented to the Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development & Community Services at its meeting on Tuesday, April 12.
The City of Saskatoon and the SPCA have had a longstanding relationship to ensure pound services – the capture and hold of stray companion animals for up to 96 hours – are available to the residents of Saskatoon. The SPCA is an organization able to provide pound services and is also suited to provide extra animal services such as pet adoption, animal shelter and education programs.
Through a lease agreement* and Pound Services Agreement, the SPCA provides pound services for the City. In turn, the City permits the SPCA to provide its own extra animal services out of the City-owned facility on Clarence Avenue South. Beyond the 96 hours required under the Pound Services Agreement, the animals then transition to the subsequent shelter services, which have always been fully funded by the SPCA.
A recent review of the current funding structure for pound services delivered by the SPCA was undertaken collaboratively by the City and SPCA Administration and determined that the total amount allocated in the 2022/2023 Operating Budget for pound services is not meeting the current costs to deliver the program. Administration is recommending a 50 per cent increase in total funding to the SPCA for pound services in 2022 to $698,000 to more accurately reflect the cost of the pound services operations.
“We know that the SPCA has the experience and expertise to provide adequate animal care to animals dropped off at the pound, and an increase in funding will allow the City and the SPCA to continue this longstanding relationship to ensure pound services are available to the residents of Saskatoon,” says Lynne Lacroix, General Manager, Community Services.
If approved, Administration will continue working with the SPCA to determine the actual funding required to deliver pound services for 2023 and will also review funding options and service level changes that may be implemented which could reduce the costs associated with pound services. A report on a detailed plan and future level of funding would be presented in advance of the 2023 Budget approval.
For more information on pound services provided in the City of Saskatoon, visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/services-residents/pet-licensing-animal-services/enforcement.
*In 2005, when the SPCA was experiencing financial difficulties and needed help to address the situation, they approached the City about purchasing their land and building to provide some much-needed funding for operations and ensure the ongoing provision of pound services for Saskatoon. The City agreed to the purchase and in addition, invested $100,000 into capital improvements to the facility.
2nd Avenue closed between 20th and 21st streets on Sunday
April 8, 2022 - 8:00am
2nd Avenue will be closed between 20th and 21st streets on Sunday, April 10, at 8:00 a.m. for manhole repair work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one day 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 is 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.
33rd Street closed between Avenue H and Avenue K on Sunday
April 8, 2022 - 7:00am
33rd Street will be closed between Avenue H and Avenue K on Sunday, April 10, at 8:00 a.m. for road resurfacing work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take four hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information is 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.
Bus service to Rush vs Warriors
April 8, 2022 - 6:00am
- 6:15 p.m.
- 6:35 p.m.
- 6:55 p.m.
- 7:15 p.m.
- 7:35 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (outside the 2nd Avenue Lofts at 23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rush take on the Vancouver Warriors at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, April 9, is available at the following times:
Post event drop-off is 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.
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 that helps make connections that combine Transit with riide and Uber. Transit does the work so you can travel with ease! Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
To protect the health and safety of residents, customers and employees, masks are required when traveling on Saskatoon Transit and when accessing indoor City-operated facilities and services.
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.
Lakewood Civic Centre Facility Upgrade
April 7, 2022 - 4:00pm
A facility upgrade has begun at Lakewood Civic Centre that includes replacement of windows and heaters in the pool area. This project will make the building more energy efficient and is expected to be completed by the end of June.
Lakewood Civic Centre will remain open throughout the upgrade; however, there will be short term closures to the waterslide and portions of the pool.
At this time the following closures have been scheduled:
April 11 to 14: The waterslide will be closed while construction hoarding is being built near the waterslide.
For up to date facility information, follow @YXEServiceAlert on Twitter or visit saskatoon.ca/service-alerts and saskatoon.ca/lakewood.
City of Saskatoon awarded 14th consecutive financial reporting award
April 7, 2022 - 8:42am
For the 14th consecutive year, the City of Saskatoon has won the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting (CAnFR) from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada.
The CAnFR award, presented for the City’s 2020 Annual Report, represents a significant accomplishment for municipal government and its financial management. The award recognizes the City’s commitment to high standards and excellence in financial transparency and accountability.
“We are committed to financial transparency and openly communicating to the citizens of Saskatoon with full disclosure in our annual reporting,” says Kari Smith, Director of Finance. “We are proud to receive this award and proud of our employees who are dedicated to making the City of Saskatoon a leader in producing high-quality financial reports year after year.”
The City’s 2020 Annual Report has been judged by impartial Canadian Review Committee members to meet the high standards of the program, including demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” designed to clearly communicate the municipality’s financial story and to motivate potential users and user groups to read the report.
The Canadian Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program (CAnFR) was established to encourage municipal governments across Canada to publish high-quality financial reports and to provide peer recognition and technical guidance for officials preparing these reports.
Visit saskatoon.ca to view additional financial reports from the City of Saskatoon.
Flags lowered for National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge
April 7, 2022 - 3:00pm
The National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge is held on April 9. In recognition, flags at all City of Saskatoon facilities will be flown at half-mast to honour and remember those who fought.
The Battle of Vimy Ridge on April 9, 1917 was the first time that Canadians from coast to coast fought in a battle together against a common enemy and is considered by many to be a turning point for our country and the beginning of Canada’s march towards nationhood.
Daily Road Report - April 8, 2022
April 7, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
No projects are scheduled to start on Priority 1 streets on this date.
ONGOING
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Crane lift)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: April 6, 8:00 a.m. End: April 8, 4:30 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.
City Compost Depots set to open on Monday, April 11
April 7, 2022 - 4:11am
The City’s two compost depots are set to open in time for spring clean-up. Residents are invited to drop off leaves, grass, sod, topsoil, garden refuse, pumpkins, and non-elm branches, stumps and tree trimmings at no cost. This helps keep yard waste out of the Landfill and produces high-quality, nutrient-rich compost and mulch used in Saskatoon’s parks and community gardens.
The West Compost Depot is open 7 days a week, including statutory holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:50 p.m. Residents should take note that there will be restricted access to the West Compost Depot beginning Monday, April 11 to help reduce traffic congestion and ensure safe access for visitors. The depot will only be accessible from the Highway 7 southbound, with no access permitted from the Highway 7 and 11th Street intersection. Detour signs will be in place to assist with traffic flow.
Residents also have access to the East Compost Depot located on Highway 5 for drop-off only. The East Compost Depot is open 5 days a week, Thursday through Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday) from 11:00 a.m. to 4:50 p.m.
All loads must be covered when transported within City limits to prevent debris from blowing off vehicles (Waste Bylaw #8310).
The City Compost Depots do NOT accept elm wood, sawdust, treated and untreated lumber, building materials, garbage, or any animal waste/litter. Food waste is also NOT accepted for drop-off at the compost depots; some food items can be placed in Green Carts or composted at home.
For more information on the City’s Compost Depots, please visit Saskatoon.ca/compostdepots.
New pay parking app planned to launch in June
April 6, 2022 - 4:30pm
The vendor of the City’s current pay parking application (app), WayToPark, will be releasing a new app in June called Parkedin. Beginning July 1, Parkedin will officially replace WayToPark as the City’s app-based parking payment service.
The Parkedin app will be available for public download and use starting June 1. Both WayToPark and Parkedin will be available in tandem during a transition period from June 1 to June 30, 2022.
The new Parkedin app will operate and function similar to the WayToPark app, with some additional features such as the ability to pay for parking by scanning a QR code on the nearest pay station as well as support for debit payments.
“Our Parking Services team is looking forward to the implementation of the new app to provide an improved offering for customers and to ensure that there is no service disruption.” says Matt Grazier, Director of Community Standards.
A report on proposed amendments to the Traffic Bylaw to facilitate usage of the new app will be presented to the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation on Monday, April 11.
For more information on Pay Parking, visit saskatoon.ca/payparking.
Targeted financial plan & use of reserves recommended to offset 2021 preliminary deficit
April 6, 2022 - 10:25am
- $3.71 million from the reallocation of Canada Community Building Funds originally put into contingency for this specific purpose;
- $1.72 million through a one-time increase from the Water Utility Return on Investment (ROI); and
- $1.11 million to be transferred from the Fiscal Stabilization Reserve.
- Saskatoon Light & Power (SL&P) reported a surplus of $4.49 million.
- Saskatoon Water reported a year-end surplus of $3.63 million.
- Wastewater Utility reported a year-end surplus of $2.74 million.
- Storm Water Management Utility reported a year-end surplus of $345,485.
- Waste Services Utility reported a year-end surplus of $1.04 million.
- the Police Board was under budget by $860,000, this is included in the preliminary year-end deficit.
- SaskTel Centre and TCU Place posted preliminary deficits of $3.96 million and $3.37 million respectively, to be balanced through contributions from their facility and capital reserves.
- Remai Modern posted a preliminary surplus of $310,526.
The City of Saskatoon has released its 2021 preliminary year-end financials showing a $6.54 million deficit in the civic operating programs and a $12.25 million surplus in the utility programs, before year-end audit confirmation.
Although last year brought ongoing change and uncertainty, the City remained dedicated to the delivery of core services residents rely on while continuing to find corporate-wide savings and reduce overall spending. Through the saving strategy, the City reduced training budgets and carefully examined discretionary spending to help make up for reduced revenue and other budget pressures arising from the pandemic. Fuel savings also helped reduce the deficit.
Under provincial law, municipalities are not allowed to operate with a deficit. On April 12, 2022, the City Administration will present a report to the Standing Policy Committee on Finance (7.2.4) that sets out the City’s financial strategy to offset this deficit.
“The preliminary $6.54 million deficit represents a variance of just over one per cent from the City’s overall Civic Operating Budget of $546.6 million,” says Director of Finance, Kari Smith. “Our shortfall is largely the result of snow & ice removal costs resulting from the November 2020 blizzard, higher than anticipated Information Technology costs, and lower than budgeted operating revenues. I’m confident in the well-laid financial plan and strategy Administration is recommending to address the preliminary deficit, and importantly, it won’t impact our future service delivery to residents.”
The Administration is recommending the deficit of $6.54 million be funded by:
“While the City has continued to face significant non-tax revenue challenges in user fees and our other forms of revenue have remained flat or decreased year over year, it is important to recognize that several of our businesses also achieved surpluses in 2022 including Saskatoon Light & Power and Saskatoon Water,” Smith says.
2021 Preliminary Year-end Yields Surplus Utility-Related Results
In addition to the utility posted surpluses:
The City’s Financial Position Remains Future Healthy
The City’s overall and future financial standing continues to be strong and sound, having its ‘AAA’/Stable credit rating reaffirmed by S&P Global in January 2022. In planning for a bright and sustainable future, the City is committed to finding year-over-year increased operational efficiencies, creating greater savings across the organization and recovering from the financial impact of COVID-19.
The external audit of the 2021 financial statements is expected to be completed in June 2022. Following the external audit, the audited financial statements will be presented to City Council for approval. At that time, the year-end financial results will be confirmed or adjusted based on the recommendations of the external audit and presented in the 2021 Annual Report later this year.
Daily Road Report - April 7, 2022
April 6, 2022 - 5:38am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
No project are scheduled to start on Priority 1 streets on this date.
ONGOING
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Crane lift)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: April 6, 8:00 a.m. End: April 8, 4:30 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.
Daily Road Report - April 6, 2022
April 5, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
1ST AVE N SB LANES CLOSED; 2-WAY TRAFFIC MAINTAINED IN NB LANES FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Crane lift)
Start: April 6, 8:00 a.m. End: April 8, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE S TO CIRCLE DR E
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: April 6, 9:30 a.m. End: April 6, 1:30 p.m.
ONGOING
1ST AVE N SB PARKING LANE & SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM QUEEN ST TO 26TH ST E
(Hydrovac)
Start: April 5, 8:00 a.m. End: April 6, 4:30 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.
A burning issue: smoking materials and fire risk
April 5, 2022 - 7:00am
- Safely store smoking materials up high, away from children’s reach.
- When smoking, use a deep, heavy ashtray that does not tip over to hold ashes and butts.
- Dispose of smoking materials in a metal, ceramic or glass container with a lid that has water or sand at the bottom.
- Keep disposed smoking materials a safe distance from anything combustible.
- Never discard smoking materials in vegetation, mulch, peat moss, potted plants, leaves, grasses, or other easily combustible materials.
- Douse smoking materials in water or sand to ensure they are safely out.
- Cigarettes
- Cigars
- Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), otherwise known as vape pens
- Drug paraphernalia
- Lighters and matches
In recent weeks there has been a noticeable increase in fires resulting from the improper or inadequate storage and disposal of smoking materials; this is of immediate concern to the Saskatoon Fire Department.
Residents are reminded to:
Smoking materials include, but are not limited to:
Smoking material fires are preventable fires. A dropped or improperly disposed cigarette can smoulder for hours before bursting into flames or can ignite sooner in windy conditions. Be a responsible smoker and properly put out smoking materials completely and safely, every time.
For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/smokingmaterials.
Daily Road Report - April 5, 2022
April 4, 2022 - 2:17am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
1ST AVE N SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM QUEEN ST TO 26TH ST E
(Hydrovac)
Start: April 5, 8:00 a.m. End: April 6, 4:30 p.m.
22ND ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO 4TH AVE N
(Grader hit repairs)
Start: April 5, 9:30 a.m. End: April 5, 12:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 7TH ST E
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: April 5, 11:00 a.m. End: April 5, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
CENTRAL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO 109TH ST W
(Connection repair)
Start: April 4, 8:00 a.m. End: April 5, 4:30 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.
Daily Road Report - April 4, 2022
April 1, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CENTRAL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO 109TH ST W
(Connection repairs)
Start: April 4, 8:00 a.m. End: April 5, 4:30 p.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing on Priority 1 streets as of this date.
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 - April 2-3, 2022
April 1, 2022 - 8:31am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
51ST ST E EB LANES CLOSED & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO FAITHFULL AVE
(Hydrant lead repair)
Start: April 2, 8:00 a.m. End: April 2, 6:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Valve repair)
Start: April 2, 8:00 a.m. End: April 2, 6:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO KONIHOWSKI RD
(Transmission line upgrade)
Start: April 3, 5:00 a.m. End: April 3, 7:00 a.m.
5TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Crane lift)
Start: April 3, 7:00 a.m. End: April 3, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Manhole repair)
Start: April 3, 8:00 a.m. End: April 3, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing on Priority 1 streets as of this date.
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.
Early spring street sweeping and pothole repairs underway as streets dry up
April 1, 2022 - 5:42am
While we won’t say a final goodbye to winter and put the plows and sanders away, there’s optimism that spring is here. Early spring street sweeping on high traffic streets and in City business areas is underway.
Daytime temperatures are consistently above freezing and priority streets, such as 22nd Street and 8th Street, are finally drying up, allowing sweepers to start collecting debris left behind after winter.
Sweepers will go around parked vehicles for this early spring clean-up work, which is quicker and collects an estimated ninety percent of the debris and dust. Watch our video about early spring sweeping or visit saskatoon.ca/sweep to learn more.
If daytime temperatures remain above zero, line painting can begin on some major arterials, and then move to the swept priority streets.
Residential street sweeping gets going in early May where the yellow No Parking signs will allow for the curb-to-curb sweep. More information and schedules will be available in the coming weeks.
Major potholes that can cause vehicle damage or injury are being temporarily repaired before hot mix asphalt for permanent repair is in production mid-April. At that time, City and contractor crews will be out in full force along high-traffic priority streets. In May, potholes will be repaired in residential streets once they are swept.
Let us know about potholes on the Report-a-Pothole interactive map at saskatoon.ca/potholes. The potholes reported and repaired have been removed to make the map easier to look at. To report emergency pothole locations, please phone our Customer Care Centre immediately at 306-975-2476.
Please watch for slow-moving road maintenance equipment and workers, obey detour signs, leave plenty of space and only pass when safe for everyone.
Roof Repaired on 137-year-old Marr Residence
April 1, 2022 - 10:00am
The roof of the 137-year-old Marr Residence was replaced after a leak was identified in 2020. City Council approved a plan to use the capital expenditures reserve, grant funding from the Saskatchewan Heritage Foundation, as well as donations from the public to fund the repairs and build capital for any future maintenance of the building.
“The generous donations and support from the public and the grant from the Saskatchewan Heritage Foundation were essential to the successful completion of this project,” says Troy LaFreniere, Director of Facilities Management. “The oldest building in Saskatoon on it’s original site, an important heritage site for our community can continue to be maintained for many years to come for residents of Saskatoon and visitors to enjoy.”
The entire roof of the Marr Residence was removed and replaced as well as replacement and repair of rotten wood, soffit and facia. The roof was rebuilt to match the prior structure to maintain the character and heritage of the building. The total cost of the project was $88,689. With the new roof, the building remains in a good state of repair.
“We’re so grateful for the generosity of all those who have donated to the project as the Marr Residence is a piece of history in our City and such an important part of Saskatoon’s story,” says Della Marshall, volunteer board chair for the Marr Residence. “We welcome everyone back to the house.”
Central Avenue closed between 108th and 109th streets starting Monday
April 1, 2022 - 9:00am
Central Avenue will be closed between 108th and 109th streets starting Monday, April 4, at 8:00 a.m. for emergency connection repair work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. 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 is 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.
Central Avenue closed between Attridge Drive and Konihowski Road on Sunday
April 1, 2022 - 8:00am
Central Avenue will be closed between Attridge Drive and Konihowski Road on Sunday, April 3 at 5:00 a.m. for SaskPower power line upgrades. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two hours 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 is available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information on SaskPower’s Preston Crossing Power Line Project, visit: saskpower.com/prestoncrossing.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
2nd Avenue closed between 20th and 21st streets on Sunday
April 1, 2022 - 7:00am
2nd Avenue will be closed between 20th and 21st streets on Sunday, April 3, at 8:00 a.m. for manhole repair work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one day 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 is 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.
Daily Road Report - April 1, 2022
March 31, 2022 - 9:21am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
51ST ST E EB MEDIAN LANE & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Hydro vac)
Start: April 1, 7:00 a.m. End: April 1, 11:00 a.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing on Priority 1 streets as of this date.
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.
Pruning Ban for Elm Trees Takes Effect Friday, April 1
March 28, 2022 - 11:00am
- Not pruning elms during the provincial pruning ban (April 1 to August 31)
- Not storing or transporting elm wood – provincial regulations prohibit it!
- Always disposing of elm wood at the City Landfill
- Sanitizing tools after working on elm trees
- Not building treehouses in elm trees, as the nail and screw holes can attract elm bark beetles carrying the DED fungus
- Reporting dead or dying elm trees or branches to the City or to a professional arborist
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day – Sunday, April 3
March 31, 2022 - 7:00am
- Location: Civic Operations Centre (57 Valley Road)
- Date & Time: Sunday, April 3 (9:00 am - 3:30 pm)
- Masking is encouraged, but not mandatory.
- Containers used for transporting HHW will not be returned to the participants.
- Please ensure all containers are safely sealed and contents are clearly marked.
- To avoid potentially long line-ups and wait times, ask the Waste Wizard at saskatoon.ca/wastewizard to find other means of recycling and safe disposal.
- Help reduce emissions from idling and protect the health of other residents by turning off vehicles during long wait times.
- Approximate wait times will be posted periodically on the day of the event on the Facebook event page.
The City of Saskatoon and GFL Environmental Inc. will host the first Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Drop-off Day of the year this Sunday.
Saskatoon residents are invited to drop off their HHW materials for recycling and safe disposal, including aerosols, automotive fluids, batteries, cleaners, cylinders, light bulbs, medications, yard chemicals, vaping products, and more. Complete lists of acceptable and unacceptable items are available at saskatoon.ca/hazardouswaste.
Reminders:
Thank you for helping us put waste in the right place!