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Daily Road Report - June 4, 2025
June 3, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM COWLEY RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Construction)
Start: June 4, 7:00 a.m. End: June 4, 4:00 a.m.
4TH AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Utility locates and road inspections)
Start: June 4, 10:00 a.m. End: June 4, 1:00 p.m.
24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 4TH AVE N
(Utility locates and road inspections)
Start: June 4, 10:00 a.m. End: June 4, 1:00 p.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE K N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 5, 6:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 6, 4:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 12TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MOSS AVE TO MCKERCHER DR
(Concrete work)
Start: June 3, 8:00 a.m. End: June 9, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM ONTARIO AVE TO PACIFIC AVE
(Link station construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 15, 4:30 p.m.
2ND AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Service connection installation)
Start: June 2, 6:00 a.m. End: June 17, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 18, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 5:00 p.m.
BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: July 1, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Outdoor pools open for the season beginning Friday, June 6, 2025
June 3, 2025 - 10:00am
- Riversdale Pool (822 Ave H S) on Friday, June 6
- Lathey Pool (815 Taylor St E) on Monday, June 9
- Mayfair Pool (1025 Ave F N) on Friday, June 13
- George Ward Pool (1915 5th St E) on Tuesday, June 17
- Public Swim – George Ward, Lathey, Mayfair, Riversdale
- Family Swim – George Ward, Riversdale
- Parent Splash Time (for children 5 & under) – Riversdale
- Lane Swim – George Ward, Riversdale
- Aqua Fitness – George Ward (drop-in reserve), Riversdale
- Baby & Me Aqua Fitness – Riversdale
- Lathey Pool – Wednesday, July 2
- Riversdale Pool – Friday, July 4
- George Ward Pool – Thursday, August 14
- Mayfair Pool – Tuesday, August 19
Make a splash this summer at the City of Saskatoon’s four outdoor pools! The outdoor pools open for the season on the following dates:
With a drop-in admission, take advantage of amenities such as waterslides, springboards, spray features, sports courts, and lawn areas. Children under six years of age are admitted free when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Patrons not swimming are still required to pay admission.
Programs are scheduled for set times—please check the drop-in schedule at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca for the program availability.
Drop-in Programs:
Note: Aqua Fitness at George Ward Pool requires a reservation due to limited space and equipment. Reserve a spot online at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca or by calling George Ward pool.
Discount Alert! Bulk Tickets are available for the outdoor pools. This popular admission option offers 10 outdoor pool passes at a discounted price. A LeisureCard also provides admission to the outdoor pools.
Once again, all four outdoor pools will offer a Weekday Swim Special. Pay an admission of $1.50/person, Monday to Thursday from 6 p.m. until close.
Swimming lessons are offered at the outdoor pools in July and August. Class options are listed in the Spring /Summer Leisure Guide, which is available for pick up at any leisure facility or viewable online at saskatoon.ca/leisureguide. Registrations are accepted online by logging into your Leisure Online account or calling or visiting any Leisure Centre.
In 2025, three of the beloved outdoor pools reach significant milestones. Riversdale Pool marks its 100th anniversary, Lathey Pool celebrates 70 years, and George Ward Pool commemorates 60 years of community fun. To honour these milestones, free admission days will be held at each location. Additionally, a free admission day will take place at Mayfair pool to celebrate community spirit.
Save the date and join the celebrations!
Please be aware that outdoor pools will be cleared immediately if lightning occurs and will close if the temperature is 14 degrees or lower, or during steady rain conditions. Patrons are encouraged to sign up for Service Alerts at www.saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @YXEServiceAlerts on Twitter for immediate updates.
For more information on outdoor pools, visit saskatoon.ca/outdoorpools.
Daily Road Report - June 3, 2025
June 2, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
1ST AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Crane lift)
Start: June 3, 5:00 a.m. End: June 3, 7:00 a.m.
KERR RD ROAD CLOSED FROM KELLOUGH RD TO ARMSTRONG CRES
(Water valve replacements)
Start: June 3, 8:00 a.m. End: June 3, 4:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MOSS AVE TO MCKERCHER DR
(Concrete work)
Start: June 3, 8:00 a.m. End: June 9, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT AVE I S
(Construction)
Start: June 3, 9:00 a.m. End: June 3, 12:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB & WB DRIVING LANES CLOSED FROM AVE H N TO AVE I N
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in parking lanes
Start: June 3, 9:00 a.m. End: June 3, 1:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB CURB & MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO PERIMETER RD
(Road excavation)
Start: June 3, 9:00 a.m. End: June 3, 3:00 p.m.
ASSINIBOINE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM CAPILANO DR TO CHURCHILL DR
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 3, 9:00 a.m. End: June 3, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 47TH ST E TO 51ST ST E
(SL&P)
Start: June 3, 9:00 a.m. End: June 3, 3:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM ISABELLA ST E TO HILLIARD ST E
(Valve repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: June 3, 11:00 a.m. End: June 3, 2:00 p.m.
ONGOING
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 8TH ST E
(Equipment offloading)
Start: June 2, 10:00 a.m. End: June 3, 12:00 p.m.
MEADOWS PKY SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO MEADOWS BLVD
(Concrete work)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
MARQUIS DR W WB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED FROM BILL HUNTER AVE TO HIGHWAY 16
(Ditch construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE K N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 5, 6:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 6, 4:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 12TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM ONTARIO AVE TO PACIFIC AVE
(Link station construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 15, 4:30 p.m.
2ND AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Service connection installation)
Start: June 2, 6:00 a.m. End: June 17, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 18, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 5:00 p.m.
BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: July 1, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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.
Work begins on City’s fifth and sixth flood mitigation projects
June 2, 2025 - 11:00am
Construction on two new dry storm ponds begins this month in Cumberland Park and on University of Saskatchewan (USask) land adjacent to 14th St E. They are the fifth and sixth of nine Flood Control Strategy (FCS) projects the City of Saskatoon has undertaken, which will be completed in 2026.
The Cumberland Park project will reduce the flood risk for properties near the intersection of Cumberland Avenue South and Main Street, while the USask project will reduce the flood risk for properties near the intersection of Cumberland Avenue South and 14th Street East. The FCS, aimed at reducing neighbourhood flooding during intense rainfalls, was approved by City Council in 2018.
Dry storm ponds hold water that would otherwise cause flooding in intersections and nearby properties during intense rainfalls. The water flows into the pond instead, then slowly drains into the storm sewer system. Whenever dry, it is used as recreational or park space.
The first three dry ponds constructed as part of the FCS are complete and open to the public in W.W. Ashley Park. Churchill Park, and Weaver Park. The fourth project, which includes underground storm water storage in Brevoort Park South is in service to mitigate flooding, with landscaping work to commence this year. Additionally, three more FCS projects will be built in Saskatoon in 2026 and 2027.
For more information about the FCS program and future project locations, visit saskatoon.ca/floodplan.
Cosmo Civic Centre to resume transit ticket and leisure admission pass sales
June 2, 2025 - 8:30am
On May 27, Cosmo Civic Centre was designated as an evacuation site for residents of northern Saskatchewan and is currently temporarily closed to the public.
To better serve residents and our northern guests, the City has reopened the customer service kiosk at Cosmo Civic Centre for transit ticket sales, leisure admission sales and renewals, program registrations, rental payments and the purchase of Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo season passes. The customer service kiosk is open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., daily.
Drop-in programming and facility rentals continue to be suspended until further notice. To find available programming at the City’s other leisure facilities, visit dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca.
The Carlyle King Branch Library continues to remain open at this time.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this emergency response.
For more information visit saskatoon.ca/cosmo.
Daily Road Report - June 2, 2025
May 30, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
2ND AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Service connection installation)
Start: June 2, 6:00 a.m. End: June 17, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM PACIFIC AVE TO IDYLWYLD DR N
(Junction box replacement)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 11:00 a.m.
MARQUIS DR W WB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED FROM BILL HUNTER AVE TO HIGHWAY 16
(Ditch construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 12TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
25TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM ONTARIO AVE TO PACIFIC AVE
(Link station construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: June 15, 4:30 p.m.
BERINI DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WEBSTER ST
(Construction)
Start: June 2, 7:00 a.m. End: July 1, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST W WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT AVE P N
(Sewer main lining)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 1:00 p.m.
AVE P N NB LANES CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Sewer main lining)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 1:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 3:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO TASKAMANWA ST
(Roadway paving)
Start: June 2, 10:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 8TH ST E
(Equipment offloading)
Start: June 2, 10:00 a.m. End: June 2, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 6:00 p.m.
MEADOWS PKY SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO MEADOWS BLVD
(Concrete work)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE K N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 5, 6:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 6, 4:30 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 18, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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 - May 31-June 1, 2025
May 30, 2025 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
8TH ST E EB & WB CURB LANES CLOSED AT WIGGINS AVE S
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: May 31, 10:00 a.m. End: May 31, 2:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO GLAZIER RD
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Flaggers will be present for traffic control
Start: June 1, 6:00 a.m. End: June 1, 8:00 a.m.
AVE H N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 23RD ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 3:00 p.m.
AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM 31ST ST W TO 32ND ST W
(Utility cut patching)
Start: June 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 3:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM SLIMMON RD TO TAYLOR ST E
(Street light replacement)
Start: June 1, 8:00 a.m. End: June 1, 10:00 a.m.
KINGSMERE BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM STILLWATER DR TO CHRISTOPHER CRES
(Catch basin maintenance)
Start: June 1, 8:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Construction)
Start: June 1, 9:30 a.m. End: June 1, 11:00 a.m.
ONGOING
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 6:00 p.m.
MEADOWS PKY SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO MEADOWS BLVD
(Concrete work)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE K N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 5, 6:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 6, 4:30 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 18, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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.
Broadway Avenue intersection closed at 12th Street starting Monday
May 30, 2025 - 11:30am
Broadway Avenue will be closed at 12th Street starting Monday, June 2, at 7:00 a.m. for Link station 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.
109th Annual Decoration Day on Sunday, June 1, 2025
May 30, 2025 - 11:00am
The 109th Annual Decoration Day and Memorial Service will be celebrated at the Soldiers’ Cairn located at the Woodlawn Cemetery on Sunday, June 1, 2025. The annual event provides citizens with an opportunity to pay tribute to those brave individuals who lost their lives in the service of our country.
The day will begin with a parade at 1:45 p.m. that includes Legion members, ANAVET members, and members of the Armed Forces, starting from the Woodlawn Cemetery Office gate (north end of Memorial Avenue) and proceeding into the cemetery to the Memorial Cairn. Members of the public are welcome to join the parade. The service will start at 2:00 p.m.
Cankerworms Abundant in Saskatoon Again this Year
May 30, 2025 - 10:00am
Cankerworms and leafrollers are an annual issue for Saskatoon’s urban forest. The trees may experience heavy defoliation but, unless there are underlying issues, the trees will put out new leaves and recover.
Cankerworms, also known as loopers and inchworms, are found primarily on elm, but will also feed on other tree species. The fall and spring cankerworm species often feed together during June and July. The caterpillars can be found hanging from silken threads underneath infested trees and can be a nuisance.
Leafrollers often feed while concealed within leaves that are rolled or tied together with silk webbing. Leafrollers can be found on a wide variety of trees. The leaves will often remain rolled throughout the summer but leafrolling does not affect a tree’s health.
Tree banding can be used to deter cankerworms; however, it is not effective against leafrollers or other insects in the urban forest. The best time to place bands on trees is from September to May to help prevent the wingless adult female cankerworm moths from climbing host trees to lay their eggs. It is important to remove the bands at the beginning of June because the bands can collect moisture and cause the trunk to rot.
The City does not control cankerworms, or leafrollers as they typically do not impact the health of the trees they attack. Homeowners interested in controlling them on their own trees should contact a horticulture professional for advice. For additional information on insects and tree diseases, please visit saskatoon.ca/treepests.
Avenue H closed between 31st and 32nd streets on Sunday
May 30, 2025 - 7:00am
Avenue H will be closed between 31st and 32nd streets on Sunday, June 1, starting at 7:00 a.m. for utility cut 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.
Avenue H intersection closed at 23rd Street on Sunday
May 30, 2025 - 6:00am
Avenue H will be closed at 23rd Street on Sunday, June 1, 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.
Shared e-scooters are back for another season
May 29, 2025 - 4:06pm
Shared e-scooters are back for another season, providing Saskatoon residents and visitors with another way to get around the city.
The City of Saskatoon is pleased to announce that Bird and Neuron have been selected as the successful vendors to provide shared e-scooter service in Saskatoon from spring through early fall for the next five years. City Council approved the use of shared e-scooters in Saskatoon following a successful pilot program which ran in 2023 and 2024.
Shared e-scooters are available to ride today. To ride an e-scooter, start by downloading the Bird or Neuron apps on the Apple Store or on Google Play.
E-scooter users must follow Provincial regulations: e-scooters cannot be operated at a speed greater than 24 km/hr, minimum rider age of 16 years or older and riders are required to wear helmets.
Shared e-scooters must operate within the approved service area (found on the vendors app) on shared-use paths, pathways, cycle tracks, protected bike lanes and – where no such paths are available – may ride on streets with posted speed limits of 50 km/hr or lower. E-scooters are not permitted to ride on sidewalks.
Please ride responsibly to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all road and pathway users.
To learn more about e-scooters in Saskatoon, please visit this webpage.
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Update: University Bridge reopens following serious collision earlier today
May 29, 2025 - 3:07pm
A Saskatoon Police investigation on the University Bridge has concluded. The bridge has reopened. The City of Saskatoon thanks residents for their patience.
Original PSA:
University Bridge closed to traffic and pedestrians following serious collision
For immediate release: May 29, 2025
TC25-11102
The University Bridge is closed in both directions following a serious collision at around 7:30 this morning. The closure will stay in effect for an undetermined amount of time as Saskatoon Police investigate.
As a result, traffic volumes on other bridges into Downtown may be greater than usual. Drivers are advised to allow extra time to travel.
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.
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Daily Road Report - May 30, 2025
May 29, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
11TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM FAIRLIGHT DR TO MCNAUGHTON AVE
(Infrastructure improvements)
Start: May 30, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
11TH ST W WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT AVE X S
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 4:30 p.m.
AVE W S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM DUDLEY ST TO 11TH ST W
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 4:30 p.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(Link station construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
AVE W S SB LANES CLOSED AT 11TH ST W
(Drilling)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 4:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 6:00 p.m.
MEADOWS PKY SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO MEADOWS BLVD
(Concrete work)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE K N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 5, 6:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 6, 4:30 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 18, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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 adjusts spray pad opening date to May 31, 2025 in response to warm weather
May 29, 2025 - 1:00pm
Thanks to warm weather, the City of Saskatoon is kicking off spray pad season a day early! All 23 spray pads will now open on Saturday, May 31, 2025, instead of the originally scheduled date of June 1. Spray pads will be in operation daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
To find a spray pad location near you, check out the Where to Play Google Map at saskatoon.ca/spraypads or call 306-975-3378.
Prairie Butterfly House and Kinsmen Express II open for season June 1
May 29, 2025 - 10:00am
The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo (Zoo) is ready for summer with the Prairie Butterfly House and Kinsmen Express II set to open on Sunday, June 1.
The Prairie Butterfly House will be open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. starting Sunday, June 1, and access is free with Zoo admission.
Butterflies fly freely around the Prairie Butterfly House allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in nature and experience the beauty and tranquility that the space offers. The Zoo reminds guests to maintain a safe space for the butterflies by not handling or removing butterflies or plants from the habitat.
The Kinsmen Express II trackless train is also resuming operations offering guided train tours of the Zoo beginning June 1. The train is free to ride with your Zoo admission and is equipped with a ramp and wheelchair accessible car. Train tours will be available daily from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. until September 1. Visit saskatoon.ca/zootrain for more information.
The Zoo is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and the Forestry Farm Park gates are open from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The public is reminded that the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo is a pet-free park.
Visit saskatoon.ca/zoo to learn more about the benefits of a Zoo Season Pass and to plan your next visit.
University Bridge closed to traffic and pedestrians following serious collision
May 29, 2025 - 8:49am
The University Bridge is closed in both directions following a serious collision at around 7:30 this morning. The closure will stay in effect for an undetermined amount of time as Saskatoon Police investigate.
As a result, traffic volumes on other bridges into Downtown may be greater than usual. Drivers are advised to allow extra time to travel.
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.
11th Street closed between Fairlight Drive and McNaughton Avenue on Friday
May 29, 2025 - 6:00am
11th Street will be closed between Fairlight Drive and McNaughton Avenue on Friday, May 30, starting at 7:00 a.m. for infrastructure improvements. 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.
Daily Road Report - May 29, 2025
May 28, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
RUTH ST E EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM JARVIS DR TO LOUISE AVE
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
AVE W S SB LANES CLOSED AT 11TH ST W
(Drilling)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 4:30 p.m.
11TH ST W WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT AVE X S
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 4:30 p.m.
AVE W S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM DUDLEY ST TO 11TH ST W
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 4:30 p.m.
MEADOWS PKY SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO MEADOWS BLVD
(Concrete work)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: June 3, 5:00 p.m.
AVE H N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 23RD ST W TO WALMER RD
(Sewer main maintenance)
Start: May 29, 8:00 a.m. End: May 29, 12:00 p.m.
33RD ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE F N TO AVE G N
(Emergency connection repair)
Start: May 29, 8:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 22ND ST W
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: May 29, 9:00 a.m. End: May 29, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
AVE P S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST W TO 20TH ST W
(Construction)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(Link station construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE K N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 6:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 20, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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.
Spray pads open Sunday, June 1, 2025
May 28, 2025 - 9:00am
- Smarter Spray Pads – Upgrading nozzles and adding remote controls to use water more efficiently.
- More Shade & Water Access – Installing shade structures, water fountains, and misting stations at six spray pad and paddling pool locations to provide extra relief from the heat.
Cool off at any of the 23 City of Saskatoon spray pads located around the city. Spray pads will open for the season on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 10 a.m., and will be operational daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Please note, in June (Monday to Friday), spray pads located near school grounds are set to turn off 5 minutes before recess and lunch breaks and will resume 5 minutes after the breaks are over. Shut-off times will vary according to individual school schedules. All spray pads are activated by push buttons located near the spray features. The bell schedules are listed on the Where to Play Google Map posted at saskatoon.ca/spraypads.
To find a spray pad location near you, check out the Where to Play Google Map at saskatoon.ca/spraypads or call 306-975-3378.
Spray Pad Improvement Project
The City has started a project to improve spray pads and help people stay cool during hot weather, while also conserving water. Running from 2025 to 2027, this initiative will make it easier for everyone to access drinking water and find relief during extreme heat. Plus, it will help protect our water systems by reducing water use during the busiest summer months.
The project will include:
This work is funded by a $700,000 grant from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Green Municipal Fund and the Government of Canada, as well as a $950,000 Green Loan, to be paid back with water bill savings.
This project builds on successful pilot programs in 2023 and 2024, which helped cut water use by 25-40% without taking away any of the fun. By switching to lower-flow and misting nozzles, we’re making our spray pads more sustainable while keeping them just as enjoyable!
33rd Street closed between Avenues F and G on Thursday
May 28, 2025 - 6:00am
33rd Street will be closed between Avenues F and G on Thursday, May 29, starting at 8:00 a.m. for service connection replacements. 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.
Daily Road Report - May 28, 2025
May 27, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
5TH AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 22ND ST E
(SL&P)
Start: May 28, 8:00 a.m. End: May 28, 3:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE G S TO AVE F S
(Underground maintenance)
Start: May 28, 9:00 a.m. End: May 28, 12:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 47TH ST E TO 51ST ST E
(SL&P)
Start: May 28, 9:00 a.m. End: May 28, 3:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 109TH ST W TO 110TH ST W
(Roadway patching)
Start: May 28, 9:00 a.m. End: May 28, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM FAITHFULL AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(Junction box replacement)
Start: May 28, 12:00 p.m. End: May 28, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM DAWES AVE TO AVE U S
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 28, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 14TH ST E
(Paving)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 28, 5:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM MARLATTE CRES TO ORBAN WAY
(Road repairs)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 28, 7:00 p.m.
AVE P S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST W TO 20TH ST W
(Construction)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(Link station construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 30, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE K N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 6:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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.
Cosmo Civic Centre designated an evacuation site: temporarily closed for public use
May 27, 2025 - 2:53pm
Wildfires in northern Saskatchewan have forced the evacuation of a significant number of residents from the area. In response, the City was approached by the Canadian Red Cross to use Cosmo Civic Centre as a designated temporary evacuation site until it is safe for the residents to return to their homes. The costs associated with hosting the evacuees will be billed to the Canadian Red Cross.
The Canadian Red Cross is managing the evacuations and has assessed other locations in Saskatoon that can accommodate large numbers. Unfortunately, no other suitable facilities are currently available.
The City has prior experience providing evacuation spaces; Cosmo Civic Centre was the last Leisure Centre used for this purpose over ten years ago. The facility was requested by the Red Cross and has been identified as the primary choice for an evacuation space due to its size and amenities, ability to be quickly converted for emergency use, proximity to services such as retail and food, access to transit, and it is the least disruptive to the City’s overall recreational programming.
To accommodate this emergency response, Cosmo Civic Centre and arena will be closed to the public effective today. This temporary closure includes all programming, rentals and transit ticket sales. The Carlyle King Branch Library will remain open at this time.
We understand that this closure may cause inconvenience and we deeply appreciate your patience and understanding during this emergency response. The City anticipates the closure will remain in place for at least the next couple of weeks and will continue to monitor the situation closely. Updates will be shared with the public as more information becomes available.
Patrons are encouraged to visit Leisure Online at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca for programming options available at the City’s other leisure facilities. Your cooperation and support are invaluable as we navigate this emergency together.
For updates, please visit saskatoon.ca/cosmo.
Point-in-Time Homelessness Count community report highlights Indigenous over-representation and more children and adults; evictions a primary contributing factor
May 27, 2025 - 11:00am
Saskatoon is experiencing the highest number of individuals facing homelessness ever recorded. The findings are revealed in the 2024 Point-in-Time (PiT) Count Community Report, officially released on Tuesday, May 27, pointing to a significant rise in homelessness across the city.
“Homelessness should be rare, brief and not repeated. These numbers are heartbreaking and unacceptable,” said Mayor Cynthia Block. “Every person without a home is a call to action — especially when so many are Indigenous, reflecting the ongoing impacts of colonialism. Cities are on the frontlines, but we cannot do this alone. We need urgent, coordinated action from all orders of government and we must work in true partnership with Indigenous leadership to create lasting solutions.”
As noted in preliminary findings from the City of Saskatoon and community partners, the 2024 PiT Count identified at least 1,499 individuals experiencing homelessness in Saskatoon – nearly triple the number recorded in 2022. With approximately five individuals per 1,000 residents experiencing homelessness, Saskatoon now faces one of the highest homelessness rates in Canada.
Alarmingly, the count also shows a dramatic rise in the number of children experiencing homelessness – 315 children were counted in the 2024 count compared to 26 children counted in 2022.
The community report highlights significant disparities. One of the most striking is the over-representation of Indigenous peoples who make up less than 12 per cent of Saskatoon’s general population but account for over 80 per cent of those experiencing homelessness. This underscores the ongoing impact of systemic inequities and barriers to accessing safe, affordable housing.
Evictions are the primary factor contributing to homelessness, as reported by over half of the survey respondents. Additionally, one-third of respondents identified insufficient income as another major factor contributing to homelessness. The data also point to a growing number of women, youth, seniors and families without stable housing, as well as a rise in unsheltered individuals sleeping in unsuitable conditions.
Additionally, mental health and addictions were the most frequently reported health-related challenges among respondents, with over 80 per cent reporting a substance abuse issue, and 60 per cent indicating a mental health issue. These responses underscore the complexity and challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness.
“The PiT Count helps us understand the extent of homelessness in Saskatoon. While the numbers are only a snapshot in time, the PiT Count doesn’t and can’t quantify the human suffering. The data can still help guide us in preparing as a community to address these challenges,” says Robert LaFontaine, SHIP Executive Director.
The count was conducted on October 8, 2024, through a collaborative effort led by the City of Saskatoon, the Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP), and the Community-University Institute for Social Research (CUISR) at the University of Saskatchewan. Over 200 volunteers and numerous community organizations contributed to the initiative, which is part of the Government of Canada’s Reaching Home program—a national effort to better understand and address homelessness.
Using standardized national methodologies adapted to reflect local context, the PiT Count provides critical insights into demographics, service usage and the pathways that lead individuals into homelessness. These findings will help guide the development of culturally appropriate, evidence-based policies and programs, and long-term solutions.
While the PiT Count offers only a snapshot of homelessness over a 24-hour period, it remains a vital tool for identifying urgent needs, fostering collaboration and building public awareness.
The City of Saskatoon also thanks the Government of Canada for funding this project and for its continued critical role in this effort.
For additional information about the PiT Count, including the community report, visit saskatoon.ca/pit.
Central Avenue closed between 109th and 110th streets on Wednesday
May 27, 2025 - 6:00am
Central Avenue will be closed between 109th and 110th streets on Wednesday, May 28, 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.
Daily Road Report - May 27, 2025
May 26, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
PRESTON AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CORNISH RD TO STONEBRIDGE COMMON
(Underground maintenance)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 27, 10:00 a.m.
22ND ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR W TO WITNEY AVE N
(Concrete repair)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 27, 3:00 p.m.
11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM DAWES AVE TO AVE U S
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 28, 5:00 p.m.
AVE P S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST W TO 20TH ST W
(Construction)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: May 29, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 6:00 p.m.
MILLAR AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM 58TH ST E TO 57TH ST E
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 27, 9:00 a.m. End: May 27, 3:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO COPE CRES
(Junction box replacement)
Start: May 27, 10:00 a.m. End: May 27, 2:00 p.m.
KERR RD WB LANES CLOSED FROM KENDERDINE RD TO GILLAM CRES
(Water main maintenance)
Start: May 27, 11:00 a.m. End: May 27, 2:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ARLINGTON AVE TO CIRCLE DR E
(Underground maintenance)
Start: May 27, 12:00 p.m. End: May 27, 3:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM BOYCHUK DR TO HERITAGE LANE
(Junction box replacement)
Start: May 27, 1:00 p.m. End: May 27, 4:00 p.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST W EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR W TO WITNEY AVE N
(Concrete repair)
Start: May 26, 9:00 a.m. End: May 27, 7:00 a.m.
FAIRLIGHT DR WB LANES & EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT FAIRMONT DR
(Paving)
Start: May 26, 8:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TRAFFIC CIRCLE TO 19TH ST E
(Sewer main installation)
Start: May 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 14TH ST E
(Paving)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 28, 5:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM MARLATTE CRES TO ORBAN WAY
(Road repairs)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 28, 7:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE K N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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.
Broadway Avenue closed between 12th Street and Saskatchewan Crescent starting Tuesday
May 26, 2025 - 6:00am
Broadway Avenue will be closed between 12th Street and Saskatchewan Crescent starting Tuesday, May 27, at 7:00 a.m. for Link station construction. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take six 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.
Daily Road Report - May 26, 2025
May 23, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 8TH ST E
(SL&P)
Start: May 26, 4:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 14TH ST E
(Paving)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 28, 5:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM MARLATTE CRES TO ORBAN WAY
(Road repairs)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: May 28, 7:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB LANES & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE I N TO AVE K N
(Water main maintenance)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 6:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 7, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 9TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: May 26, 7:00 a.m. End: June 8, 5:00 p.m.
FAIRLIGHT DR WB LANES & EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT FAIRMONT DR
(Catch basin repairs)
Start: May 26, 8:00 a.m. End: May 26, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(SL&P)
Start: May 26, 9:00 a.m. End: May 26, 1:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W MOBILE CLOSURE FROM 33RD ST W TO AIRPORT DR
(Median mowing)
Start: May 26, 9:00 a.m. End: May 26, 2:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 11TH ST E TO IDYLWYLD PL
(Minor bridge repair)
Start: May 26, 9:00 a.m. End: May 26, 3:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR W TO WITNEY AVE N
(Concrete repair)
Start: May 26, 9:00 a.m. End: May 27, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
IDYLWYLD DR S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Sewer main lining)
Start: May 25, 8:00 p.m. End: May 26, 2:00 a.m.
3RD AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TRAFFIC CIRCLE TO 19TH ST E
(Sewer main installation)
Start: May 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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 - May 24-25, 2025
May 23, 2025 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
LORNE AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM RUTH ST W TO JASPER AVE
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 24, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 11:00 a.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON COMMON TO TASKAMANWA ST
(Paving)
Start: May 24, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 9:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB/SB TURN LANE CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 26TH ST E
(Sewer main lining)
Start: May 24, 8:00 p.m. End: May 25, 12:00 a.m.
RUTH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM ST HENRY AVE TO HERMAN AVE
(Sask Marathon)
Start: May 25, 5:00 a.m. End: May 25, 1:30 p.m.
TAYLOR ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM ST HENRY AVE TO EASTLAKE AVE
(Sask Marathon)
Start: May 25, 5:00 a.m. End: May 25, 1:30 p.m.
TRAFFIC BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 11TH E ST TO 19TH ST E
(Sask Marathon)
Start: May 25, 5:00 a.m. End: May 25, 1:30 p.m.
VICTORIA AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM 11TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST
(Sask Marathon)
Start: May 25, 5:00 a.m. End: May 25, 1:30 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE TO 3RD AVE S
(Sask Marathon)
Start: May 25, 5:00 a.m. End: May 25, 1:30 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E NB LANES CLOSED FROM 20TH ST TO PINEHOUSE DR
(Sask Marathon)
Start: May 25, 5:00 a.m. End: May 25, 1:30 p.m.
3RD AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Sask Marathon)
Start: May 25, 5:00 a.m. End: May 25, 1:30 p.m.
20TH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO SPADINA CRES E
(Sask Marathon)
Start: May 25, 5:00 a.m. End: May 25, 1:30 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S SB CURB & RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED AT 22ND ST W
(Catch basin replacement)
Start: May 25, 8:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
NIGHT WORK
IDYLWYLD DR S SB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED AT 20TH ST W
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: May 25, 7:00 p.m. End: May 25, 11:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: May 25, 7:00 p.m. End: May 25, 11:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Sewer main lining)
Start: May 25, 8:00 p.m. End: May 26, 2:00 a.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST E WB LANES CLOSED AT 1ST AVE N
(Sewer main lining)
Start: May 23, 7:00 p.m. End: May 24, 1:00 a.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(Link platform installation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB lanes
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TRAFFIC CIRCLE TO 19TH ST E
(Sewer main installation)
Start: May 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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.
Baltzan Boulevard closed between Marlatte Crescent and Orban Way starting Monday
May 23, 2025 - 9:00am
Baltzan Boulevard will be closed between Marlatte Crescent and Orban Way starting Monday, May 26, 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 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.
Road restrictions for Saskatchewan Marathon on Sunday
May 23, 2025 - 8:00am
- Ruth Street from St Henry Avenue to Herman Avenue
- Taylor Street from St. Henry Avenue to Eastlake Avenue
- Traffic bridge from 11th Street to 19th Street
- Victoria Avenue NB lanes from 11th Street to Taylor Street
- Spadina Crescent from 2nd Avenue to 3rd Avenue
- Spadina Crescent NB lanes from 20th Street to Pinehouse Drive
- 3rd Avenue NB lanes from 19th Street to 20th Street
- 20th Street EB lanes from 3rd Avenue to Spadina Crescent
Various road closures will be in place on Sunday, May 25, starting at 5:00 a.m. for the Saskatchewan Marathon.
Priority 1 road closures include:
Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the race route. Roadways will reopen as racers complete various stages. All roads will be open by 1:30 p.m., weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Drivers are reminded to drive carefully, watch for participants and officials, and to be aware of “no parking” signs along marathon routes. The City thanks everyone for their patience.
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.
Brighton Boulevard closed between Brighton Common and taskamanwa Street on Saturday
May 23, 2025 - 7:00am
Brighton Boulevard will be closed between Brighton Common and taskamanwa Street on Saturday, May 24, starting at 7:00 a.m. for paving. 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.
Bus service to Rattlers vs Riverlions
May 23, 2025 - 6:00am
- 6:15 p.m.
- 6:55 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rattlers take on the Niagara Riverlions at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:
Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.
Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.
Daily Road Report - May 23, 2025
May 22, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
4TH AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: May 23, 8:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST E WB CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(Sewer Main Lining)
Start: May 23, 7:00 p.m. End: May 24, 1:00 a.m.
ONGOING
RUTH ST ROAD CLOSED FROM CUMBERLAND AVE TO BLAIN AVE
(Unplanned water main repairs)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 2:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TRAFFIC CIRCLE TO 19TH ST E
(Sewer main installation)
Start: May 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Concrete replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(Link platform installation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB lanes
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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.
Crews begin nighttime crosswalk painting blitz
May 22, 2025 - 1:00pm
Crosswalks on high-traffic Saskatoon streets will be repainted over the next two weeks. Crews will be working at night to avoid peak traffic times and minimize disruption.
Crews will be painting crosswalks Sunday to Thursday nights starting May 25, 2025. The work is expected to be completed the first week of June.
Please use caution and take care when you encounter painting crews on the road. They’re not blocking your path – they’re making a safer one. Let’s do our part to keep them safe, too, and respect work zones.
To learn more about pavement markings in Saskatoon, visit saskatoon.ca/LinePaint.
City adopts Place Identity Framework
May 22, 2025 - 10:15am
- Build relationships- Commit to creating and sustaining relationships with residents, rights holders, stakeholders and community organizations to build a greater sense of place, identity and community.
- Be informed- Understand that place naming and place identity are informed by traditional knowledge, historical research and community insights.
- Be inclusive- Listen to the diverse perspectives and experiences of the residents of this city and commit to public input, transparency, education and communication when it comes to place identity.
Be relevant- Understand our stories of Saskatoon and what connects us historically and balance that with celebrating our local culture when it comes to place naming, commemoration and symbols.
Implementation of the Framework will include working with community and multiple internal departments within the City of Saskatoon to integrate place identity practices at the earliest stages when it comes to the planning of new public spaces.
“This is about recognizing change and accepting new perspectives while honouring and reflecting upon our shared past and creating a better, more inclusive future, for all residents” says Calvez.
The City of Saskatoon is pleased to announce the adoption of a new Place Identity Framework to guide future place identity and place naming initiatives. City Council adopted the Place Identity Framework on May 21, 2025.
The purpose of the Framework is to work with all residents to explore the shared understanding that we all have about our home. The Framework will be a guide to how the City names public spaces, and will guide decisions on public art, commemoration and monuments including what cultural symbols, flags, emblems and coats of arms will be displayed.
“The Place Identity Framework recognizes that not everyone has been included in how the City of Saskatoon has identified and visually represented itself,” says Stryker Calvez, Director of Reconciliation, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI). “This is especially important for those who have called this place home since time immemorial. This framework acknowledges the inherent rights of Indigenous Peoples, those people raised here, and the newcomers who chose to make it their home. We all contribute to Saskatoon and, therefore, should have a say in the making of its identity.”
Place identity will have four guiding principles within the wider context of existing City policies, plans, projects and related initiatives:
Intersection closure at Assiniboine Drive and Nahanni Drive
May 22, 2025 - 9:30am
The intersection of Assiniboine Drive and Nahanni Drive is closed for construction, with a detour expected to be in place until Saturday or Sunday.
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.
City Council approves wildlife feeding ban to support public safety and urban wildlife management
May 22, 2025 - 9:00am
- Feeding Ban: It is now prohibited to intentionally feed wildlife or leave attractants – such as food, food waste, compost or garbage – on any property with the intent of attracting wildlife or that could attract wildlife.
- Bird Feeding Exception: Residents may continue to feed birds on private property using a bird feeder that is above grade to prevent access to other wildlife.
- Enforcement and Penalties: A Notice of Violation may be issued for non-compliance. Fines are set at:
- $250 for a first offence
- $500 for a second offence
- $1,000 for a third or subsequent offence
City Council yesterday approved amendments to Bylaw No. 10079, The Animal Control Bylaw, 2025 (No.2) and Bylaw No. 10080, The Property Nuisance & Abatement Amendment Bylaw, 2025, to prohibit the feeding of wildlife on all public or private property in Saskatoon.
The new regulations aim to help reduce conflicts and promote a respectful coexistence with urban wildlife. The term “wildlife” is defined in accordance with provincial legislation, The Wildlife Act, 1998, and includes any vertebrate animal that is wild by nature in Saskatchewan (e.g., coyotes, foxes, racoons, rabbits, deer, etc.).
Key provisions of the amendments include:
“These bylaw updates reflect best practices from other municipalities and support our efforts to maintain a safe and healthy urban environment,” says Parks Director, Thai Hoang. “Feeding dangerous wildlife, even unintentionally, can lead to increased risks and poor outcomes for both animals and residents.”
Residents are encouraged to review the updated bylaws and take steps to ensure their properties are free from wildlife attractants.
For more information on co-existing with urban wildlife, visit saskatoon.ca/wildlife.
Bus service to Rattlers vs Stingers
May 22, 2025 - 6:00am
- 6:15 p.m.
- 6:55 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rattlers take on the Edmonton Stingers at SaskTel Centre on Thursday, May 22 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:
Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.
Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.
Council approves city-wide multi-unit organics program
May 21, 2025 - 4:00pm
Today Saskatoon City Council approved the implementation of a City-wide organics collection program for multi-unit residential properties. The move builds on the success of the curbside green cart program for single-family homes and aims to ensure all residents have equal access to waste services.
The recommendation for a City-led multi-unit organics program stems from a yearlong pilot study that explored the most effective ways to provide organics diversion to multi-unit residential properties including apartments, condos and townhouse complexes. A report to the May 6, 2025 meeting of the Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities and Corporate Services provided a detailed analysis of the options available to the City for multi-unit organics programs.
Engagement with pilot participants, including residents, property managers and condo boards, showed a preference for a City-led organics program. In addition to being the preferred option, it is projected to be the most cost efficient when compared to current market alternatives. Organic material gathered through the program would be handled at the City’s organic processing facility, which begins construction this July.
An implementation plan is being developed aiming to have a city-wide program fully operational in 2028.
To learn more about the pilot program, visit saskatoon.ca/multiorganics.
Daily Road Report - May 22, 2025
May 21, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
RUSSELL RD ROAD CLOSED FROM ADILMAN DR TO CHOMYN CRES
(Manhole repair)
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 22, 12:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Sewer work)
Start: May 22, 9:00 a.m. End: May 24, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM ISABELLA ST E TO HILLIARD ST E
(Valve repair)
Start: May 22, 11:00 a.m. End: May 22, 2:00 p.m.
NIGHT WORK
1ST AVE S NB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Sewer cleaning)
20th St and 21st St intersections will remain open
Start: May 22, 7:00 p.m. End: May 22, 11:00 p.m.
20TH ST E WB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED AT 1ST AVE S
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: May 22, 7:00 p.m. End: May 22, 11:00 p.m.
ONGOING
RUTH ST ROAD CLOSED FROM CUMBERLAND AVE TO BLAIN AVE
(Unplanned water main repairs)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 2:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TRAFFIC CIRCLE TO 19TH ST E
(Sewer main installation)
Start: May 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Concrete replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(Link platform installation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB lanes
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SHOULDER SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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.
Information at your fingertips to help navigate construction in Saskatoon
May 21, 2025 - 10:00am
- This link goes to the News section of the City of Saskatoon website where the Daily Road Report is posted every weekday afternoon. The report shows where construction on Saskatoon’s busiest roadways is happening, and residents can subscribe to receive it and other News Releases and PSAs through e-mail.
- This interactive map shows where there’s active construction, construction upcoming later this year and tentative construction planned in the coming years. All projects and timelines listed are subject to change.
- Anyone can mark pothole locations on this map. City crews will assess reported locations.
- This page includes information about how to merge and navigating through construction zones using the zipper merge technique. Zipper merging keeps traffic moving and is more efficient for drivers in both lanes.
- Every construction work zone is a workplace, whether it’s on a road, sidewalk or back lane. Visit this page to see a refreshed Respect Work Zones marketing campaign, reminding us to be patient and cautious when travelling through work zones.
During every construction season, the City of Saskatoon (City) aims to reduce disruptions and keep traffic moving as smoothly and safely as possible while necessary road work is underway. With 2025 construction now in full swing, the City is reminding residents of the tools available to help them stay up to date.
This year there are several investments being made into Saskatoon roads and to vital supports like the Broadway Bridge and upcoming Link system. City crews responsible for maintaining roads every spring have been out for a several weeks already street sweeping, re-painting road lines and filling potholes, to name a few.
Saskatoon.ca/construction is the one-stop-shop for all things relating to City-lead road and water main construction. It is where the most up-to-date information about significant and impactful construction projects is, and the page has several useful links:
Road Restrictions and Construction Projects Map
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by road construction. Sometimes bus stops are temporarily moved and sometimes traffic slows down due to construction which creates delays. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit.
Be cautious when travelling near work zones. Obey signs and watch for workers on the other side of the pylons. Every worker is someone’s someone, and we all deserve to get home safe.
Who’s new at the Zoo? Gila Monster
May 21, 2025 - 9:00am
The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo (Zoo) is excited to welcome its latest addition a pair of Gila Monsters!
“Gila Monsters are one of the few venomous lizards in the world and we are very excited to have the opportunity to share their story with our guests,” says Jeff Mitchell, Zoo Manager. “These Gila Monsters will be important animal ambassadors in our education programs, helping visitors and students explore the fascinating world of venomous animals — from the role of venom in nature to how scientists use venom in modern medicine.”
Named after the Gila River Basin in Arizona where they were first discovered, Gila Monsters are known for their vibrant, colourful skin patterns, often in shades of orange, pink and black.
You can find the Gila Monster habitat at the Affinity Learning Centre.
The Zoo is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit saskatoon.ca/zoo to plan your next visit or learn more about the Zoo Season Pass.
Cumberland Avenue closed between 8th and Main streets starting Thursday
May 21, 2025 - 6:00am
Cumberland Avenue will be closed between 8th and Main streets starting Thursday, May 22, at 9:00 a.m. for sewer work. 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.
Daily Road Report - May 21, 2025
May 20, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM COWLEY RD TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Pole replacement)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 21, 7:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO COWLEY RD
(Construction)
Start: May 21, 7:00 a.m. End: May 21, 7:00 p.m.
CONFEDERATION DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM GALT CRT TO 33RD ST W
(Environmental monitoring)
Start: May 21, 8:00 a.m. End: May 21, 4:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ARLINGTON AVE TO CIRCLE DR E
(Underground maintenance)
Start: May 21, 12:00 p.m. End: May 21, 3:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT AVE O S
(Sanitary sewer data collection)
Start: May 21, 1:00 p.m. End: May 21, 3:00 p.m.
NIGHT WORK
1ST AVE S SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Sewer lining)
Start: May 21, 7:00 p.m. End: May 21, 11:00 p.m.
1ST AVE S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: May 21, 8:00 p.m. End: May 21, 12:00 p.m.
ONGOING
24TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 5TH AVE N
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 9:00 a.m. End: May 21, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST ROAD CLOSED AT PORTAGE AVE
(CN infrastructure improvements)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: May 21, 6:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Sidewalk replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM TRAFFIC CIRCLE TO 19TH ST E
(Sewer main installation)
Start: May 20, 9:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Concrete replacements)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: May 5, 7:00 a.m. End: May 23, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO ONTARIO AVE
(Link platform installation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB lanes
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: May 25, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB RAMP CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: May 12, 7:00 a.m. End: June 1, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SHOULDER SPEED REDUCTION FROM GLENWOOD AVE TO 33RD ST W
(Jersey barrier placement)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 12TH ST E
(Link platform construction)
Start: May 20, 7:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:30 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO BRIARWOOD RD
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: May 16, 8:00 a.m. End: June 6, 5:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
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 of Saskatoon prepared for potential Canada Post service disruption
May 20, 2025 - 12:14pm
- Pet License purchasing and renewals
- Business License applications and renewals
- Parking Ticket payment
- Leisure Registration.
- At your banking/financial institution
- Through online banking
- In-person at City Hall (main floor), 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Drop off your cheque in the secure night deposit outside the front of City Hall
- If you have not received your tax notice by May 30, please call 306-975-2400. Non-receipt of your property tax notice does not exempt you from late payment penalties.
- Property owners, mailing delays do not change tax deadlines; you remain responsible for ensuring your 2025 property tax payment is received by the City of Saskatoon by the June 30, 2025, deadline to avoid late payment penalty.
- Enter your address in the easy to use Property Assessment and Tax Tool to view your 2025 property tax payment amount ( does not include the phase-in increase or decrease), it’s under the Tax Information TAB. Visit saskatoon.ca/taxtool or call 306-975-2400.
- For utilities, press 1, then press 1.
- For property tax, press 2, then press 1.
The City of Saskatoon is committed to providing uninterrupted customer service and business operations in the event of a potential Canada Post service disruption, which may begin on Thursday, May 22, 2025.
“In the event of disruption to mail delivery, we want to remind the community that “it’s business as usual at City Hall,” says Mike Voth, Director of Corporate Revenue. “We encourage residents to use our convenient online services, sign up for paperless ebilling and also visit the City’s website for information and updates.”
The City Offers Convenient Online Services:
Longer than usual in-person and phone wait times for Customer Service Representative assistance may be anticipated in the event of postal service disruption. Customers are encouraged to visit the City’s website saskatoon.ca for updates and for information on how to use our convenient online services:
Utility Billing:
To ensure your payments are made on time should there be a postal strike, the City strongly encourages residents to adopt these alternative payment methods for utility billing and property tax payments:
The City invites its utility customers to sign up for ebill to avoid delay in receiving billing and account updates, it’s easy to use and secure. You’ll gain access to your utility account history and your current consumption charges and receive email notification when your bill is ready. Sign up today.
Property Tax:
The City started the mailout of the 2025 Property Tax notices to over 100,000 property owners on May 7, 2025.
Need to check your utility bill or property tax balance? We've made it easy:
To find out your balance owing for your utilities or property tax, call the City’s automated phone system at 306-975-2400 or call Toll-Free 1-800-667-9944. Please have your utility billing account # or property tax roll # ready:
Visit saskatoon.ca for information and updates, email revenue@saskatoon.ca or call 306-975-2400. We’re here to help.
Ruth Street closed between Cumberland and Blain avenues for unplanned water main repairs
May 20, 2025 - 10:30am
Ruth Street is closed today between Cumberland and Blain avenues for unplanned water main repairs. Detours are in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This work 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.
City releases 2024 Report on Service, Savings, Sustainability (SSS)
May 20, 2025 - 9:30am
- Capture savings and find efficiencies
- Enhance services for residents through creativity and innovation
- Make improvements in the area of sustainability
The City has released its 2024 Report on Service, Savings, Sustainability (SSS). The SSS Report has been released annually since 2005 when City Council directed Administration to prepare a yearly report on efficiencies implemented in the previous year. The report highlights the ways the City’s departments and teams worked together in the preceding year to:
“This report highlights the work that our employees do every day to create better services and experiences for the residents of Saskatoon,” says Richard Phillips, the City’s Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer. “We are always looking to meet the needs of our growing and diverse community. This report captures how our City employees, as responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars, have found innovative and creative ways to enhance service delivery, capture savings across the organization, and grow in a sustainable way in 2024.”
The report identifies over $5.4 million saved through cost savings, cost avoidance and reductions, with an additional $1.9 million in cost avoidance to come over the next three to five years.
The 2024 SSS Report is available at saskatoon.ca/SSSreport. As well, you will also find a video on this webpage that provides a preview of the full report, highlighting four of the stories featured in 2024.
21st Street intersection closed at Avenue D for unplanned catch basin repairs
May 16, 2025 - 4:24pm
The intersection at 21st Street and Avenue D will be closed for unplanned catch basin repairs starting Saturday, May 17th. 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.