News Releases

20th Street will be closed between Avenues F and H on Friday, August 23, starting at 6:00 a.m. for the White Buffalo Youth Lodge Carnival. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. Roadways are expected to open after 7:00 p.m., 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.

Another important milestone in the journey to the Downtown Event and Entertainment District will be discussed at the August 28^th meeting of Saskatoon City Council. A report will be presented that outlines a funding strategy that encompasses a mix of funding sources, including public and private contributions, grants and other funding tools that do not require an increase in the property tax rate to support the project and advance the Downtown Event and Entertainment District.

“Administration was tasked with developing a funding strategy that achieves the goal of constructing the Downtown Event and Entertainment District with no contribution from property taxes,” says Dan Willems, Director of Technical Services, Transportation and Construction. “We’re confident that the tools within the funding strategy have been formulated to achieve this important goal.” 

These funding tools include:

1. Accommodation Funding Contributions;
2. An Amusement Tax;
3. Parkade Revenues;
4. Tax Incremental Financing;
5. Property Realized Reserve Contribution;
6. SaskTel Centre Reserve Contributions; and
7. Private Partner Contribution.

“It is important to keep in mind this is not about deciding to proceed with construction, rather it is about taking the next step to pursue the financial opportunities to support the potential Downtown Event and Entertainment District,” says Willems.

Provincial and federal funding contributions will be necessary to bring this project to life and a fundamental component of the funding strategy. The intended outcome is to have a shelf-ready project so when federal and provincial funding programs are available, Saskatoon will be ready to go.

“As with previous major City projects that have benefitted from federal and provincial funding programs, we’ll work towards securing financial commitments from other orders of government,” says Willems.

This report builds upon the Private Partner Agreement framework which was discussed at this month’s earlier Governance and Priorities Committee meeting and has been forwarded to Council for approval.

If the reports are approved by City Council, the Administration will continue to work towards achieving the funding strategy. This includes seeking out the necessary agreements and further financial commitments with the provincial government, federal government and private partners.

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

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

NEW

TAYLOR ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ARLINGTON AVE TO CIRCLE DR E
(Back lane work)
Start: August 22, 6:30 a.m. End: August 22, 4:30 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO WILLIAM AVE
(Ground well monitoring)
Start: August 22, 9:00 a.m. End: August 22, 12:00 p.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED AT 14TH ST E
(Storm main repair)
Start: August 22, 9:00 a.m. End: August 22, 1:00 p.m.

8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO LUTHER PL
(Street light disconnect)
Start: August 22, 9:00 a.m. End: August 22, 1:00 p.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED AT 13TH ST E
(Storm main repair)
Start: August 22, 9:00 a.m. End: August 22, 1:00 p.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED AT 12TH ST E
(Storm main repair)
Start: August 22, 9:00 a.m. End: August 22, 3:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB & WB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM AVE B N TO AVE D S
(Street light cable replacements)
Start: August 22, 9:00 a.m. End: August 22, 3:00 p.m.

7TH AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM EMPRESS ST TO 33RD ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 22, 9:00 a.m. End: August 22, 3:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN & CENTER & LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM 66TH ST E TO NEEPAWA ST
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 22, 7:00 p.m. End: August 23, 6:00 a.m.

MARQUIS DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR N
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 22, 7:00 p.m. End: August 23, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

HIGHWAY 11 NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM VIC BLVD TO CIRCLE DR E
(Pavement marking)
Start: August 21, 7:00 p.m. End: August 22, 5:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO VIC BLVD
(Pavement marking)
Start: August 21, 7:00 p.m. End: August 22, 5:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR E TO 71ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 21, 7:00 p.m. End: August 22, 6:00 a.m.

33RD ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR N TO ALBERTA AVE
(SaskEnergy)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: August 21, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W INTERSECTION CLOSED AT FAIRLIGHT DR
(Construction)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 26, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 4:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 29, 4:30 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD WEST SIDE OF ROUND-A-BOUT CLOSED AT TASKAMANWA ST
(Service install)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: September 6, 5:00 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD TO HENRY DAYDAY RD
(Streetscaping)
Start: August 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

The City of Saskatoon Parks Department has confirmed a new positive case of Dutch elm disease (DED) in an elm tree in the Varsity View neighbourhood.  

The City has initiated its DED Response Plan, which includes:  

• Immediate removal of the positive tree(s) and disposal at the City landfill  

• Increased surveillance of the surrounding area to search for stored elm wood  

• Sampling of symptomatic trees within one kilometre of the infected tree  

• Continuing regular elm surveillance and cyclical pruning of trees in parks and on boulevards  

What will happen in impacted areas? 

Parks staff will be conducting surveillance around impacted areas. Surveillance of these areas includes checking every property for elm firewood or brush and removing it when it is found. If residents are not home, staff will remove the elm wood and leave an Elm Infraction Notice with a note indicating that the wood was removed. 

As part of the Forest Resource Management Act, the Provincial Dutch Elm Disease Regulations, 2005 allow inspectors to enter private property to inspect for elm wood, remove elm wood and sample private elm trees. In accordance with the regulations, property owners will be asked to remove and dispose of infected elm trees. 

What is DED? 

DED is a serious disease caused by a fungus that clogs the elm tree’s water and nutrient conducting system, which eventually causes the tree to die. DED was introduced in North America in the 1930s and has since wiped out millions of elms across Canada and the United States. In Saskatoon, elms make up 25% of our urban forest. 

How is DED spread? 

In Saskatchewan, the disease is spread by several species of elm bark beetles. These beetles can fly farther than two kilometres in search of elm trees. The DED fungus has tiny spores that stick to the body of the beetle. Elm bark beetles can carry these spores and infect other elm trees. The fungus can also be spread by infected pruning tools. 

How can DED be prevented? 

You can help prevent Dutch elm disease by:  

• Never storing elm wood or branches. Don’t buy or take elm wood from anyone and don’t burn it. 

• Not pruning elms during the provincial pruning ban (April 1 to August 31). 

• Disposing of elm wood at the Saskatoon Landfill. Do not take elm to the compost depot or put it in your green bin. Dispose of it immediately, even if it is during the provincial ban. Disposal of residential elm wood at the Landfill is free.  

How to identify and report unhealthy elm trees and firewood 

American elm trees with DED may start showing symptoms as early as June. Typically, the leaves will start to wilt and turn yellow, then curl and turn brown. If you suspect an unhealthy elm tree or are unsure of what type of firewood you have, take a photo and complete the online form at saskatoon.ca/dutchelmdisease or call Urban Forestry at 306-975-2890. 

For more information on DED, visit saskatoon.ca/dutchelmdisease. 

Avenue H will be closed between Bedford Road and 28th Street starting on Thursday, August 22, at 7:00 a.m. for patching. 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 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.

Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to the Hozier: Unreal Unearth Tour at SaskTel Centre tonight at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 5:40 p.m.
• 6:00 p.m.
• 6:20 p.m.
• 6:40 p.m.
• 7:00 p.m.
• 7:20 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal. Buses typically arrive 30 minutes before the event ends.

Regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip) and can be purchased on mobile phones using the TGo or transit app. Transfers and passes are also accepted.

Plan trips to events at SaskTel Centre, using Route 333, in the real-time mobile app Transit or Google Maps Transit up to two weeks in advance. Multi-modal options are available in the Transit app to seamlessly integrate trips with active transportation, OnDemand Transit, riide or Uber using the Transit+ feature. By combining transportation modes, wait times and costs can be minimized.

Visit SaskatoonTransit.ca to stay updated on transit services to SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations.

Marquis Drive will be closed at Idylwyld Drive starting on Thursday, August 22, at 7:00 p.m. for road resurfacing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one night 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.

71st Street will be closed at Idylwyld Drive starting on Wednesday, August 21, at 7:00 p.m. for road resurfacing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one night 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. 

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

NEW

33RD ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR N TO ALBERTA AVE
(SaskEnergy)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: August 21, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD TO HENRY DAYDAY RD
(Streetscaping)
Start: August 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.

22ND ST W WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE U N TO AVE V N
(Sewer inspections)
Start: August 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 21, 1:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

HIGHWAY 11 NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM VIC BLVD TO CIRCLE DR E
(Pavement marking)
Start: August 21, 7:00 p.m. End: August 22, 5:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO VIC BLVD
(Pavement marking)
Start: August 21, 7:00 p.m. End: August 22, 5:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR E TO 71ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 21, 7:00 p.m. End: August 22, 6:00 a.m.

71ST ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR N
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 21, 7:00 p.m. End: August 22, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

HIGHWAY 11 SB CURB & RAMP CLOSED AT VIC BLVD
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 20, 7:00 p.m. End: August 21, 5:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM VIC BLVD TO HIGHWAY 16
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 20, 7:00 p.m. End: August 21, 6:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR E TO 71ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 20, 7:00 p.m. End: August 21, 6:00 a.m.

11TH ST W INTERSECTION CLOSED AT FAIRLIGHT DR
(Construction)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 26, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD WEST SIDE OF ROUND-A-BOUT CLOSED AT TASKAMANWA ST
(Service install)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 29, 4:30 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main work)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

The 2024 Civic Election is a great opportunity for you to participate in the democratic process and support Elections Saskatoon in our commitment to administer a successful civic election in 2024. 

It will take hiring a large team of election workers and officials to ensure all voting locations function properly at all early voting opportunities and on Election Day, November 13, 2024. We will hire approximately 500-600 election workers. 

• We want to include youth workers at the booth! Are you aged sixteen plus? Apply today!  
• Do you speak another language? Elections Saskatoon is committed to hiring workers who speak languages representative of Saskatoon's diverse community. 

Interested? To be considered as an applicant for election worker duties, you must meet the following requirements: 

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.          
• Must not be related to a candidate running in either the municipal or school board election.             
• Must be available to attend mandatory paid training sessions in the month of October (hands-on training is required for some positions). 
• You’ll need to have access to an email address, Elections Saskatoon will use it to contact you.     

There are five types of election worker positions we will be hiring for to support the 2024 Civic Election; the pay rates are included for each: 

1.  Poll Supervisor (PS) – approximately 80 positions are available. 
2.  Issuing Deputy Returning Officer (iDRO) – approximately 300 positions are available. 
3.  Receiving Deputy Returning Officer (rDRO) – approximately 80 positions are available. 
4.  Poll Clerk – approximately 80 positions are available. 
5.  Standby Workers  

There are great reasons to get involved and work the 2024 Civic Election, join us! 

• Earn extra cash; paid training will take place in October 2024 
• Gain experience, build your resume 
• Experience hands-on learning 
• Serve your community 
• Expand your network of contacts 

It’s easy to apply. Fill out our online application before September 23. 2024; it’s found at saskatoon.ca/electionjobs. If you applied earlier, you do not need to resend. We will contact successful applicants. 

Do you have questions about working the election?  Email election.workers@saskatoon.ca or call 306-657-VOTE (8683).  

Visit saskatoon.ca/vote2024 it’s your trusted source for all election-related information. The Elections Saskatoon Office is located at
200-145 1st Avenue N in Saskatoon. 

The 2024 Civic Election is November 13, 2024. Eligible voters in Saskatoon will cast their ballot for local government leadership: Mayor, City Councillors and School Board Trustees for the next four-year term.  

Marquis Drive will be closed at Idylwyld Drive starting on Thursday, August 22, at 7:00 p.m. for road resurfacing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one night 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.

The Vic Boulevard eastbound ramp to Highway 11 northbound will be closed starting on Wednesday, August 21, at 7:00 p.m. for pavement markings. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one night 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.

The Downtown Transit Terminal on 23rd Street will undergo a short-term construction project from August 21 to 27, 2024, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances. This rehabilitation work involves roadway resurfacing and curb drainage in the terminal's westbound lane. 

Several bus routes will be temporarily relocated during this project to the east side of 3rd Avenue between 22nd and 23rd streets:

• Routes 2, 5, and 15 will be temporarily relocated from August 21 to 23.
• Routes 8 and 80s will be temporarily relocated from August 21 to 27.

Temporary bus stop signage and transit staff will help locate transfers and buses, and “no parking” signs will be set up at the temporary terminal route locations. Detours will guide motorists around the work zone.

Please note the sidewalks of the existing terminal will remain open, and the Transit Customer Service Centre will maintain regular hours of operation. 

Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit.      

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at transit.services@saskatoon.ca or 306.975.3100. Thank you for your cooperation and support.                           

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

NEW

SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Construction)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: August 20, 12:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE G S TO AVE D S
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: August 20, 8:00 a.m. End: August 20, 3:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S WB LANES CLOSED AT TAYLOR ST E
(Sewer inspections)
Start: August 20, 9:00 a.m. End: August 20, 1:00 p.m.

20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE B S TO AVE C S
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 20, 9:00 a.m. End: August 20, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR S TO TAYLOR ST E
(Light cable repairs)
Start: August 20, 9:00 a.m. End: August 20, 3:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

HIGHWAY 11 SB CURB & RAMP CLOSED AT VIC BLVD
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 20, 7:00 p.m. End: August 21, 5:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM VIC BLVD TO HIGHWAY 16
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 20, 7:00 p.m. End: August 21, 6:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR E TO 71ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 20, 7:00 p.m. End: August 21, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR E EB & WB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO PRESTON AVE N
(Deck washing)
Start: August 19, 8:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR E TO 71ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 19, 7:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.

11TH ST W INTERSECTION CLOSED AT FAIRLIGHT DR
(Construction)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 26, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 4:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 29, 4:30 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main work)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

It appears the scammers are at it again - hoping to take advantage of unsuspecting utility customers.

The City wants to warn residents again about an identified scam involving phone calls appearing to come from the resident’s utility company.

The caller indicates that the resident or business has a delinquent account and owes money, otherwise their power will be shut off. A number of concerned business owners have contacted the City on this matter.

Helpful reminders for residents:

• These types of demanding ‘pay - or have your power cut-off’ phone messages, Robocalls, texts or emails are never sent from the City of Saskatoon or Saskatoon Light & Power.
• The City never requests or collects credit card or bank account information from customers via phone, text or email.
• The City typically uses application forms to collect banking information for setting up new utility accounts, direct debit bill payments or for the TIPPS program.
• Never give out your personal or banking information, or credit card number over the phone, by text or email. It is a best practice to block suspicious phone numbers and delete after reporting.
• Do not to click on suspicious web links.

Scammers typically use the information they gather this way to get money or commit identity theft. Previous public service announcements from the City have warned residents about scams involving fake text messages and emails, both demanding payment from customers they said ‘owed money’.

Residents should contact their bank if they have become a victim of fraud, and also report these types of phone or online scams to Saskatoon Police Service at saskatoonpolice.ca/onlinereporting/fraud or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Center, 1-888-495-8501.

Concerned residents may also call the City of Saskatoon to speak with a Customer Service Representative at 306-975-2400.  

Spadina Crescent will be closed between 2nd and 3rd avenues on Tuesday, August 20, starting at 7:00 a.m. for construction. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take half a 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 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.

The Highway 11 southbound ramp to Vic Boulevard westbound will be closed starting on Tuesday, August 20, at 7:00 p.m. for pavement markings. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one night 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.

20th Street will be closed between Avenues B and C on Tuesday, August 20, starting at 9:00 a.m. for roadway patching. 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 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.

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

NEW

11TH ST W INTERSECTION CLOSED AT FAIRLIGHT DR
(Construction)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: September 16, 5:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MARQUIS DR E TO 71ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 19, 7:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E EB & WB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO PRESTON AVE N
(Deck washing)
Start: August 19, 8:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

HIGHWAY 7 NB LANES CLOSED FROM CEDAR VILLA RD TO RAIL CROSSING
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 18, 7:00 p.m. End: August 19, 5:00 a.m.

MILLAR AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO 45TH ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 17, 7:00 p.m. End: August 19, 6:00 a.m.

ATTRIDGE DR EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CENTRAL AVE
(Paving)
Start: August 17, 7:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 26, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 4:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 29, 4:30 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main work)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

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

NEW

ATTRIDGE DR EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CENTRAL AVE
(Paving)
Start: August 17, 7:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST W TO 19TH ST W
(Sanitary main repairs)
20th St EB closed as well
Start: August 17, 9:00 a.m. End: August 17, 4:00 p.m.

20TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR S
(Sanitary main repairs)
Start: August 17, 9:00 a.m. End: August 17, 4:00 p.m.

HIGHWAY 7 SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 11TH ST W
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 17, 7:00 p.m. End: August 18, 6:30 a.m.

MILLAR AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO 45TH ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 17, 7:00 p.m. End: August 19, 6:00 a.m.

22ND ST E CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO 4TH AVE S
(Rock 102 Show & Shine)
Start: August 18, 4:00 a.m. End: August 18, 6:00 p.m.

1ST AVE S CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Rock 102 Show & Shine)
Start: August 18, 4:00 a.m. End: August 18, 6:00 p.m.

2ND AVE S CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Rock 102 Show & Shine)
Start: August 18, 4:00 a.m. End: August 18, 6:00 p.m.

3RD AVE S CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Rock 102 Show & Shine)
Start: August 18, 4:00 a.m. End: August 18, 6:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CENTRAL AVE TO MCKERCHER DR
(Pole replacements)
Start: August 18, 6:30 a.m. End: August 18, 12:30 p.m.

33RD ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO QUEBEC AVE
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in EB lanes
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 3:00 p.m.

CUMBERLAND AVE N SB LANES CLOSED AT MAIN ST
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 3:00 p.m.

CLARENCE AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 9TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 3:00 p.m.

33RD ST W WB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE P N TO AVE W N
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 3:00 p.m.

33RD ST W WB LANES & EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT VALENS DR
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 5:00 p.m.

HIGHWAY 7 NB LANES CLOSED FROM CEDAR VILLA RD TO RAIL CROSSING
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 18, 7:00 p.m. End: August 19, 5:00 a.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR E WB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO WARMAN RD
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: August 17, 5:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO WARMAN RD
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 16, 7:00 p.m. End: August 17, 5:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB PARTIAL LANE CLOSURE FROM WARMAN RD TO MILLAR AVE
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 16, 7:00 p.m. End: August 17, 5:00 a.m.

SPADINA CRES W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE A S TO AVE E S
(YXE Urban Games)
Start: August 15, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 6:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 26, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 4:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 29, 4:30 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main work)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

Fairlight Drive will be closed at 11th Street starting on Monday, August 19, at 7:00 a.m. for construction. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take five 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.

22nd Street will be closed between 1st and 4th avenues on Sunday, August 18 starting at 4:00 a.m. for the Rock 102 Show & Shine event.

Additional road closures include:

• 1st Avenue between 20th and 22nd streets
• 2nd Avenue between 20th and 23rd streets
• 3rd Avenue between 20th and 23rd streets

Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event zone. The roadways are expected to reopen by 6:00 p.m.

Saskatoon Transit will 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.

Millar Avenue will be closed between Circle Drive and 45th Street starting on Saturday, August 17, at 7:00 p.m. for road resurfacing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two nights 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.

The next phase of the College Drive Water Main Maintenance Project starts on Monday, August 19. The eastbound lanes between Clarence Avenue and Wiggins Avenue will fully close with one lane for eastbound traffic in the westbound lanes. This phase is expected to take approximately 4 weeks to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

• Zipper merging will be required due to lane closures. Drivers are reminded to use all available lanes and take turns at the end. This will help everyone get through the work zone faster.
• 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.

The College Drive Water Main Maintenance Project will be underway until October. To see current road restrictions on priority Saskatoon roadways during the 2024 construction season, check and/or subscribe to the City’s Daily Road Report or visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

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

NEW

CIRCLE DR E WB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO WARMAN RD
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: August 17, 5:00 a.m.

11TH ST W WB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE T S TO AVE X S
(Patching)
Start: August 16, 9:00 a.m. End: August 16, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W NB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM 33RD ST W TO AIRPORT DR
(Sewer lining)
Start: August 16, 9:00 a.m. End: August 16, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO WARMAN RD
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 16, 7:00 p.m. End: August 17, 5:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB PARTIAL LANE CLOSURE FROM WARMAN RD TO MILLAR AVE
(Pavement markings)
Start: August 16, 7:00 p.m. End: August 17, 5:00 a.m.

ONGOING

8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BOYCHUK DR TO ARLINGTON AVE
(Pavement marking)
All intersections will remain open to traffic and business access will be maintained.
Start: August 15, 7:00 p.m. End: August 16, 5:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO SPADINA CRES E
(Bridge washing)
Start: August 15, 8:00 p.m. End: August 16, 6:00 a.m.

SPADINA CRES W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE A S TO AVE E S
(YXE Urban Games)
Start: August 15, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 6:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 26, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 4:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 29, 4:30 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main work)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

When classes resume in September, Saskatoon Transit wants customers to know that buses will be busy and some buses during morning and afternoon rush hours may be too full to take on more passengers. If you plan to take the bus during morning or afternoon rush hour peak times, please plan ahead to avoid delays that can happen with peak riding times.

Trips on routes in all areas of the city can fill up; however, it’s typically felt on routes to and from high schools and post-secondary schools in the morning and afternoon. This was an issue during the previous school year and ridership is expected to be higher this fall, exacerbating the overcapacity issue.

“Saskatoon Transit is gearing up for its busiest season as students head back to class. Unfortunately, the demand is here faster than the new buses on order, so we expect buses to be very full with limited extra buses to add to service,” says Mike Moellenbeck, Director of Saskatoon Transit. “We apologize to customers who are affected and are committed to addressing the overcapacity routes as best we can with the limited options.”

All available buses are on the road and there may not be enough to meet the frequency or capacity needed on some routes to take everyone at peak times. The eight new buses arriving at the end of the year will help with some of the issues and Saskatoon Transit will be in a good position to meet the demand by the end of 2025 when the next order of 20 buses arrives.  

Where someone with a car may leave earlier to avoid rush-hour traffic, someone using public transit  may want to consider taking an earlier bus if possible, to avoid delays that can happen with everyone trying to get to work and school at the same time," Moellenbeck adds.

September is a busy time for Saskatoon Transit. “Be bus ready” for back-to-school and follow these tips for taking transit this September:

1. Download the real-time mobile app Transit or Google Maps and plan your September trips with the new fall schedule.
2. Check on options for routes, stops and times to get to your destination. If possible, an earlier bus might help avoid delays that can happen with peak riding times.
3. Be ready to hop on when the bus comes with your pass ready to scan. All riders are expected to pay bus fare.
4. Make space for others: Move to the back of the bus and lower your backpack.
5. If you can stand, please offer your seat to someone who isn’t as steady.

A 10-year fleet renewal funding plan was approved in 2023 to increase and improve the reliability of the fleet. Eight new buses will arrive this winter and another 20 are expected by the end of 2025, as the lead time on bus delivery can be up to 18 months. Saskatoon Transit made several changes to operations and maintenance to improve the overall service delivery following a 2022 City Auditor review.

Saskatoon Transit ridership continues to grow and is anticipated to match or surpass the 2019 peak of 13.2 million rides in 2024. Year-to-date ridership at July 31, 2024 is approximately 18% higher than July 31, 2023 year-to-date ridership.

Changes to the Accessible Parking Permit Program approved by City Council earlier this year will take effect on October 1, 2024. 

The Accessible Parking Permit Program is an optional program allowing users with a valid SaskAbilities placard to park for free in paid parking areas. The program also allows users to park in paid parking zones, loading zones, and on-street accessible parking zones for longer than the posted time limits.

“A review of the program was undertaken in consultation with users and stakeholder organizations. The review focused on modernizing the program while ensuring it continues to meet the needs of users,” says Matt Grazier, Director of Community Standards. “There is an opportunity for us to better promote the program and the benefits it can provide as well as enhance communication with users.”

Changes to the program include:

1. Enhanced communication with users – The City will continue to work with SaskAbilities to improve promotion of the program. Users may also sign up to receive emailed renewal notices and information about future changes to the program. More information about the program's benefits will also be provided to users when they purchase a parking permit starting October 1.
2. Fee and time limit change – The review concluded that the existing permit fees and time limits may no longer be appropriate. Two changes were approved for these items:
   1. Increasing permit fees through a phased-in approach
      1. Starting October 1, 2024, permit fees will be $60 annually
      2. Starting October 1, 2025, permit fees will be $100 annually
      3. Rationale - The user fees for the program have not been changed since 1981, when administrative costs were lower and on-street parking rates were $0.50/hour. Both parking rates and administrative costs have increased over time, requiring an increase in the permit fee. This may mean that the program is no longer cost-effective for some users who do not frequently park in paid parking zones.
      4. Users who are residents of Saskatoon and qualify as low income may apply to receive a permit at a 50 per cent discounted rate.
   2. Reducing time limits from 72 hours to four hours
      1. Rationale - On-street parking is a public asset that serves the needs of a variety of user groups. The review concluded that a 4-hour time restriction was more appropriate to meet the intent of on-street parking. The program has historically allowed users to park on the street for up to 72 hours in paid parking areas. During the review, it was generally accepted that 72 hours is excessive in areas with high demand for on-street parking. Paid parking zones are established to encourage vehicle turnover helping to ensure that adequate supply of on-street parking is available for those who need it.

Questions or comments about the upcoming changes can be directed to parking.permits@saskatoon.ca.

Registration for the City’s Fall recreation programs begins Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. by logging into to your account on Leisure Online at leisureonline.saskatoon.ca, or by calling 306-975-2800.

Registration for private and semi-private swim lessons and multi-level lessons for families will open on Monday, August 19.  Registrations are accepted by phone only. Call the Leisure Centre that you are interested in taking lessons at to register.

Opening night for registration is very busy, and the City sincerely thanks residents for their patience. While additional online and telephone resources are in place to make the process run as smoothly as possible, there will be many people registering at once.

We recommend having a list of alternative options ready in case you do not get into your first choice. Join the wait list - every full program has an online wait list and new classes may be created if there is enough demand. Lastly, consider other nearby Leisure Centres if your preferred location isn't available.

When registering with Leisure Online, please note the following:

• Do not use Internet Explorer to complete transactions. Compatible web browsers include Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari. Ensure your web browser is up to date. Online transactions are not supported using a device or operating system older than Windows 10, Mac OS 10.14, Android 9, iPhone 8.

• Visa and MasterCard are accepted forms of payment for online transactions.  Phone to make a payment with American Express. Cash and debit cards are accepted in person.
   
• Leisure program registrations processed through Leisure Online are charged an additional $1.00 (+GST) convenience fee on each program registration. This fee was introduced March 1, 2024 after City Council approved the fee during the 2024-25 budget process in November of 2023.
   
• From 5:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, images will also be removed from the registered programs page to improve the load time of the page when a high volume of users are on the site at the same time.
   
• Ensure you have an active Leisure Online registration account and know your username and password prior to registration night.  If you are unable to access your account, call any Leisure Centre to have your account reset.

The Fall Leisure Guide, which is Saskatoon’s go-to source for fitness programs, recreational activities and arts and culture opportunities for all ages and abilities, was released on August 2. It is available online at saskatoon.ca/leisureguide or for pick up at any City leisure facility, Saskatoon library or over 120 retail locations throughout Saskatoon and limited surrounding areas that the StarPhoenix is sold.

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

NEW

SPADINA CRES W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE A S TO AVE E S
(YXE Urban Games)
Start: August 15, 7:00 a.m. End: August 18, 6:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT AVE B S
(Sewer inspections)
Start: August 15, 9:00 a.m. End: August 15, 1:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

COLLEGE DR WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO PRESTON AVE N
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 15, 6:00 p.m. End: August 15, 9:00 p.m.

8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BOYCHUK DR TO ARLINGTON AVE
(Pavement marking)
All intersections will remain open to traffic and business access will be maintained.
Start: August 15, 7:00 p.m. End: August 16, 5:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO SPADINA CRES E
(Bridge washing)
Start: August 15, 8:00 p.m. End: August 16, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

20TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Paving)
Start: August 12, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 2:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 4:30 p.m.

AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 23RD ST W TO BEDFORD RD
(Connection replacement)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 28, 4:00 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main work)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

As the end of August approaches, the City’s summer programming and attractions will be wrapping up for the season.  The last days of operation will be:

• Summer Youth Centres – Thursday, August 15
• Summer Playground Programs & Paddling Pools - Last day for weekend programming is Sunday, August 18 and last day of weekday programming is Wednesday, August 21.  Locations will have staggered closing times.  Refer to the Where to Play Google Map at saskatoon.ca/play for hours of operation on the last day of operation.
• George Ward and Mayfair Outdoor Pools - Sunday, August 18
• Lathey Outdoor Pool - Sunday, August 25
• Riversdale Outdoor Pool – Monday, September 2
• Spray Pads - Monday, September 2
• Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park - Monday, September 2

The City is pleased to announce construction has commenced on the facility upgrades at Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre. 

Hipperson Construction's bid for the Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre renovation was officially accepted by the City on June 27, 2024.  Following, Hipperson Construction began construction mobilization and officially began the facility upgrade project on August 12, 2024. The planned substantial completion date is March 31, 2026, with the City scheduling a full reopening of the renovated facility for late Spring 2026.

Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre was built in 1975 and many of the components are nearing the end of their functional life.

The project will include the following upgrades to the facility:

• Accessibility and inclusivity improvements to ensure the building and its features will be a welcoming space for the entire community.
• Upgrades to the 50-metre pool basin.
• Change room and washroom renovations to better serve customers and families.
• Water treatment and building mechanical system upgrades for improved efficiency. 
• Flat roof upgrades including vapor barrier and insulation to increase energy efficiency and air quality.

 For future updates and information regarding the project, visit saskatoon.ca/harrybailey.

Spadina Crescent will be closed between Avenues A and E starting on Thursday, August 15, at 7:00 a.m. for YXE Urban Games. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This closure is expected to last four days, 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.

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

NEW

AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 23RD ST W TO BEDFORD RD
(Connection replacement)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 5:00 p.m.

33RD ST W VARIOUS EB & WB SINGLE LANE CLOSURES AT AVE W N
(Crosswalk removal)
Start: August 14, 8:00 a.m. End: August 14, 1:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO WEYAKWIN DR
(Crack sealing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: August 14, 9:00 a.m. End: August 14, 12:00 p.m.

33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM AVE H N TO AVE I N
(Sanitary main repair)
Start: August 14, 9:00 a.m. End: August 14, 1:00 p.m.

1ST AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 14, 9:00 a.m. End: August 14, 3:00 p.m.

2ND AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM KING ST TO QUEEN ST
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: August 14, 9:00 a.m. End: August 14, 3:00 p.m.

QUEEN ST WB LANES CLOSED AT 2ND AVE N
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 14, 9:00 a.m. End: August 14, 3:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM HERITAGE CRES TO MCKERCHER DR
(Crack sealing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in EB lanes
Start: August 14, 12:00 p.m. End: August 14, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

PRESTON AVE S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM ARLINGTON AVE TO WILSON CRES
(Concrete work)
Start: August 13, 9:00 a.m. End: August 14, 3:00 p.m.

20TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Paving)
Start: August 12, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 4:30 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD WEST OF ROUND-A-BOUT CLOSED AT TASKAMANWA ST
(Service installations)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 4:30 p.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 17, 4:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main work)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

The City of Saskatoon is pleased to provide an update regarding the recent blue-green algae testing conducted on July 30, 2024 with samples collected from Briarwood Pond. Laboratory results have been received, confirming the presence of blue-green algae in local water samples, however the levels of cyanotoxins detected are significantly lower than safety thresholds.

The test results indicate that the cyanotoxins present in sampling were found to be  thirty times lower than the provincial safety guidelines established by the Healthy Beaches Program. This means that the water quality remains within safe parameters for recreational use and poses no immediate health risks to the public. The City will continue to monitor and re-test based on visual assessment.

In the interest of public safety, all recreational water activities will still be prohibited until further notice and signage around the pond will remain in place.

Residents with pets also are still advised to avoid the pond. When ingested, water with blue-green algae can cause sickness and/or death in animals depending on the level of toxicity.

Health Precautions:

• Symptoms: Contact with or ingestion of blue-green algae toxins can cause symptoms such as skin irritation, nausea, vomiting, and respiratory distress.
• Emergency: If you or your pets experience any symptoms after contact with the water, seek medical or veterinary attention immediately.

Your cooperation in adhering to these safety measures is greatly appreciated.

Every year, Saskatoon Transit partners with Saskatoon Folkfest to provide free transit service for ePassport holders. This year, the event runs from August 15 to 17. To enjoy free service, simply show a Folkfest ePassport or wristband to the bus operator when boarding.

For convenient travel, hop on Route 150. Service starts 20 minutes before Folkfest opening and connects to all pavilions every 20 minutes.

The Folkfest Bus Terminal serves as the main transfer point for Route 150 and is located on the south side of 23rd Street, facing east in front of the Francis Morrison Library. Additionally, routes 1 and 19 provide service to Prairieland Park, offering another easy option for Folkfest explorers.

Folkfest Transit Service Hours:  

• Thursday, August 15 from 4:40 p.m. to 12:20 a.m.  
• Friday, August 16 from 4:40 p.m. to 12:20 a.m.  
• Saturday, August 17 from 2:40 p.m. to 12:20 a.m.  

Avoid the traffic and parking–celebrate culture and community by taking Saskatoon Transit!
Plan trips using the real-time mobile app Transit or Google Maps. Multi-modal options are available in the Transit app to seamlessly integrate trips with active transportation, OnDemand Transit, riide or Uber using the Transit+ feature. By combining transportation modes, wait times and costs can be minimized.

For more information, visit SaskatoonTransit.ca. 

Have questions? Contact Transit Customer Service at 306-975-3100 or transit.services@saskatoon.ca.  

Avenue H will be closed between 23rd Street and Bedford Road starting on Wednesday, August 14, at 7:00 a.m. for a connection replacement. 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 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.

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

NEW

IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM 6TH ST W TO CIRCLE DR S
(Mowing)
Start: August 13, 9:00 a.m. End: August 13, 3:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM ARLINGTON AVE TO WILSON CRES
(Concrete work)
Start: August 13, 9:00 a.m. End: August 14, 3:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

COLLEGE DR WB CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM HOSPITAL DR TO CLARENCE AVE N
(Utility locates)
Start: August 13, 7:00 p.m. End: August 13, 5:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BRIAN TOWRISS CRES TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Utility locates)
Start: August 13, 7:00 p.m. End: August 13, 5:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO CAMPUS DR
(Utility locates)
Start: August 13, 7:00 p.m. End: August 13, 5:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BOTTOMLEY RD TO WIGGINS RD
(Utility locates)
Start: August 13, 7:00 p.m. End: August 13, 5:00 a.m.

ONGOING

AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 28TH ST W TO BEDFORD RD
(Connection replacement)
Start: August 12, 7:00 a.m. End: August 13, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Paving)
Start: August 12, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 4:30 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD WEST OF ROUND-A-BOUT CLOSED AT TASKAMANWA ST
(Service installations)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 4:30 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

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

NEW

AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 28TH ST W TO BEDFORD RD
(Connection replacement)
Start: August 12, 7:00 a.m. End: August 13, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Paving)
Start: August 12, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 4:30 p.m.

QUEEN ST EB & WB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER FROM 4TH AVE N TO 3RD AVE N
(Sewer lining)
Start: August 12, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E VARIOUS EB & WB LANES CLOSED AT DIEFENBAKER PARK RD
(SL&P work)
Start: August 12, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 3:00 p.m.

3RD AVE N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Traffic squeezed into parking lanes
Start: August 12, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 3:00 p.m.

LORNE AVE NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 6TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
Start: August 12, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 3:00 p.m.

LORNE AVE NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 5TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
Start: August 12, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

HIGHWAY 11 NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM VIC BLVD TO HIGHWAY 16
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 11, 7:00 p.m. End: August 12, 6:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 12, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD WEST OF ROUND-A-BOUT CLOSED AT TASKAMANWA ST
(Service installations)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 4:30 p.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

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

NEW

SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Film shoot)
Start: August 10, 7:00 a.m. End: August 10, 1:00 p.m.

LORNE AVE NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 7TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
Start: August 10, 7:00 a.m. End: August 10, 4:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM AVE M S TO AVE O S
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: August 10, 7:00 a.m. End: August 10, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM BOYCHUK DR TO WESS RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 10, 7:00 a.m. End: August 10, 7:00 p.m.

ATTRIDGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM CENTRAL AVE TO REVER RD
(Catch basin repairs)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: August 10, 8:00 a.m. End: August 10, 12:00 p.m.

8TH ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM LUTHER PL TO MCKERCHER DR
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 10, 8:00 a.m. End: August 10, 4:30 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM WILSON CRES TO DUMONT CRES
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 11, 7:00 a.m. End: August 11, 3:00 p.m.

8TH ST E WB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM ACADIA DR TO CIRCLE DR E
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 11, 7:00 a.m. End: August 11, 3:00 p.m.

BOYCHUK DR EB LANES CLOSED AT WATERLOO CRES
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 11, 7:00 a.m. End: August 11, 3:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 29TH ST W TO 28TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: August 11, 9:00 a.m. End: August 11, 3:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE & RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 10, 7:00 p.m. End: August 11, 6:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM VIC BLVD TO HIGHWAY 16
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 11, 7:00 p.m. End: August 12, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

HIGHWAY 11 NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM KOLYNCHUK CRT TO SUTTER MANOR
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 9, 7:00 p.m. End: August 10, 6:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM FAIRLIGHT DR FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 12, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD WEST OF ROUND-A-BOUT CLOSED AT TASKAMANWA ST
(Service installations)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 4:30 p.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

Avenue H will be closed between 28th Street and Bedford Road starting on Monday, August 12, at 7:00 a.m. for connection replacements. 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 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.

20th Street will be closed between 1st Avenue and Idylwyld Drive starting on Monday, August 12, at 7:00 a.m. for paving. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take three 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.

The Highway 16 westbound ramp to Circle Drive northbound will be closed starting on Saturday, August 10, at 7:00 p.m. for road resurfacing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one night 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.

8th Street will be closed between Boychuk Drive and Wess Road on Saturday, August 10, starting at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching. 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 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.

Spadina Crescent will be closed between 21st and 23rd streets on Saturday, August 10, starting at 7:00 a.m. for a film shoot. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. The roadway is expected to reopen by 1:00 p.m., 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.

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

NEW

AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 30TH ST W TO 31ST ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 9, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 3:00 p.m.

AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 31ST ST E TO 32ND ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 9, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 3:00 p.m.

AVE H N SB LANES CLOSED FROM RUSHOLME RD TO WALMER RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 9, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 3:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BOLSTAD LINK TO FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 9, 8:00 a.m. End: August 9, 4:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

HIGHWAY 11 NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM KOLYNCHUK CRT TO SUTTER MANOR
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 9, 7:00 p.m. End: August 10, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM KOLYNCHUK CRES TO VIC BLVD
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 8, 7:00 p.m. End: August 9, 6:00 a.m.

20TH ST E WB LANES & EB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Streetscaping)
Start: August 1, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 4:30 p.m.

AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 23RD ST W
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 4:30 p.m.

CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 10TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 6:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM FAIRLIGHT DR FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 12, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD WEST OF ROUND-A-BOUT CLOSED AT TASKAMANWA ST
(Service installations)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 4:30 p.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(Construction)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE E S
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

KENSINGTON GATE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Construction)
Start: May 2, 9:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:00 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 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.

Unplanned water main work is underway at the intersection of Avenue H and Bedford Road. This may result in the full closure of the intersection while repairs are underway. 

Motorists are asked to plan for delays or avoid the area if possible. Detours are 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 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.

Avenue H will be closed between 30th and 32nd streets starting Friday, August 9 at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching. The intersection at Avenue H and 31st Street will remain open. 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 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.

An important milestone in the journey to the Downtown Event and Entertainment District will be discussed at the August 14^th Governance and Priorities Committee of Saskatoon City Council. The Committee will be discussing a private partner agreement framework for operating the new venues, which is a critical element intended to advance the Downtown Event and Entertainment District.

“We looked for a partner with the necessary experience and credentials that will not only fund and run a successful operation, but also values and understands the importance of social responsibility and leadership in our community,” says Dan Willems, Director of Technical Services, Transportation and Construction. “The fact that we attracted the interest of a world-class expert in facility management reaffirms the potential and excitement that exists for a Downtown Event and Entertainment District in Saskatoon.”

The report sets out an agreement framework for a private operating partnership with OVG360, one of the world’s leading full-service facility management teams with over 300 client-partners that span arenas, stadiums, convention centres and performing arts centres globally. Between an initial upfront capital contribution and annual revenues to the City through an operating partnership with OVG360, the City projects $170 million in net cash flow over a 25-year agreement.  The agreement will also address important community benefits including maximizing economic opportunities for traditionally marginalized groups, employment that will work with existing employees and unions, and benefits for community non-profit events.

“We are thrilled to announce this long-term operating partnership with OVG360. With OVG360's extensive experience in managing premier facilities across North America, we are confident that their innovative approach will bring substantial financial benefits to our city which will help support the funding strategy for the new venues. Between this partnership and construction of these venues, we anticipate a significant elevation in the quality and variety of events coming to Saskatoon, attracting world-class entertainment, conventions, and cultural activities. This will not only enhance the vibrancy of our community but also drive economic growth and provide memorable experiences for our residents and visitors,” says Willems.

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

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

NEW

AVE H N NB & SB CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 23RD ST W
(watermain work)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 4:30 p.m.

7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO WINDSOR ST
(watermain work)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STENSRUD RD TO BALTZAN BLVD
(construction)
Start: August 8, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK

CIRCLE DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM KOLYNCHUK CRES TO VIC BLVD
(road resurfacing)
Start: August 8, 7:00 p.m. End: August 9, 6:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO FIELD HOUSE RD
(construction)
Start: August 7, 7:00 p.m. End: August 8, 6:00 a.m.

HIGHWAY 11 SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM VIC BLVD TO KOLYNCHUK CRT
(road resurfacing)
Start: August 7, 7:00 p.m. End: August 8, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

MILLAR AVE NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED AT 43RD ST E
(sewer main installation)
Start: August 6, 9:00 a.m. End: August 8, 6:00 p.m.

20TH ST E WB CLOSED, EB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED, NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(streetscaping)
Start: August 1, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 4:30 p.m.

CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 10TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(water main work)
Start: July 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 9, 6:00 p.m.

3RD AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED / SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(concrete work)
Start: August 6, 7:00 a.m. End: August 10, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE N TO WIGGINS AVE N
(watermain work)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(watermain work)
Start: July 21, 9:00 a.m. End: August 12, 7:00 a.m.

11TH ST W EB CLOSED FAIRLIGHT DR FROM CRESCENT BLVD TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(infrastructure improvements )
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 12, 4:00 p.m.

BRIGHTON BLVD WEST SIDE OF ROUND-A-BOUT CLOSED AT TASKAMANWA ST
(service installations)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 14, 5:00 p.m.

MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE/RIGHT TURN LANE FROM MCCRORY LINK TO FEDORUK DR
(streetscaping)
Start: July 26, 7:00 a.m. End: August 15, 4:30 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE E S TO AVE E S
(watermain work)
Start: August 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 4:30 p.m.

8TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(construction)
No access to Zimmerman Rd from 8th St
Start: June 10, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 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.

Avenue H will be closed between 22nd and 23rd streets starting Thursday, August 8 at 7:00 a.m. for water main 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 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.