News Releases

Due to recent heavy rainfall and weather events throughout the month of June and forecasted rain for the remainder of this week, construction on College Drive is experiencing delays. Opening the University Bridge and College Drive corridor to two lanes of traffic – one lane in each direction – is now expected in mid- to late July, subject to favourable weather and construction conditions.

Emergency services vehicle access to the hospitals will be maintained across University Bridge throughout construction. Pedestrian access also remains in place.

The City is continuing to work with the contractor to finalize plans for upcoming stages of construction along College Drive. Additional information will be shared as details are confirmed.

The City thanks residents for their patience and understanding as these essential infrastructure projects continue.

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

NEW

TRAFFIC BRIDGE ALL DIRECTIONS SPADINA CR E
(Canada Day (Special Event))
Start: June 30, 5:00 a.m. End: July 2, 8:00 a.m.

CLAYPOOL DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CHIEF LOUIS TAYPOTAT AVE TO AIRPORT DR
(Road resurfacing)
Start: June 30, 6:30 a.m. End: July 1, 6:30 a.m.

MCCLOCKLIN RD ROAD CLOSED FROM RICHARDSON RD TO JUNOR AVE
(Sewer work)
Start: June 30, 9:00 a.m. End: June 30, 1:00 p.m.

AVE C N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HASKAMP ST TO CYNTHIA ST
(Lane rehabilitation)
Start: June 30, 9:00 a.m. End: July 1, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO QUEBEC AVE
(Construction)
Start: June 30, 10:00 a.m. End: June 30, 11:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO PRESTON AVE N
(Overnight bridge washing)
Start: June 30, 8:00 p.m. End: July 1, 6:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO SPADINA CRES E
(Overnight bridge washing)
Start: June 30, 8:00 p.m. End: July 1, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

CLAYPOOL DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MARKHAM AVE TO MARKHAM AVE
(Road paving)
Start: June 29, 6:30 a.m. End: June 30, 6:30 a.m.

LOWE RD ROAD CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO NELSON RD
(Road paving)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 4:00 p.m.

MCKERCHER DR SB CURB & PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO HOLLAND RD
(Road work)
Start: June 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E SB/WB/EB CUMBERLAND AVE INTERSECTION
(Link Station Construction)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 5:00 p.m.

3RD AVE S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Median restoration)
Start: June 15, 7:00 a.m. End: July 1, 5:00 p.m.

AVE H N SB PARKING LANE CLOSED. FROM 23RD ST W TO 22ND ST W
(Road work)
Start: June 29, 8:00 a.m. End: July 1, 5:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S NB FROM LOUISE AVE TO ADELAIDE ST E
(Link Station Construction)
Two-way traffic to be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE L S TO AVE P S
(Construction)
Start: June 9, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE O S
(Traffic calming)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AVE M S
(Traffic calming)
Start: May 27, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB PARKING & CURB LANE CLOSURE AT AVE B S
(Streetscaping)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: July 5, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Vault roof work)
Start: March 9, 9:00 a.m. End: July 10, 4:00 p.m.

25TH ST E WB CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(SL&P work)
Two-way traffic in EB lanes
Start: June 15, 9:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO 2ND AVE N
(Building construction)
Start: June 16, 8:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE M S TO AVE O S
(Channelization)
Start: June 26, 7:00 a.m. End: July 10, 6:00 p.m.

12TH ST E EB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO DUFFERIN AVE
(Sewer work)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 12, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB/WB UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(College Dr Link Construction)
Closure of College Dr includes a full closure of the University Bridge at Spadina Cr E
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 13, 5:00 p.m.

WANUSKEWIN RD NB & SB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO MARQUIS DR E
(Construction)
Start: April 27, 7:00 a.m. End: July 17, 5:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE C S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Riversdale water main upgrades and streetscaping)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 17, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM AVE S S TO AVE T S
(Concrete & landscaping work)
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: July 22, 5:00 p.m.

1ST AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Building construction)
Start: June 15, 8:00 a.m. End: July 31, 5:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB & SB CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 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 will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1.

CITY HALL

City Hall will be closed on Wednesday, July 1 and will reopen on Thursday, July 2 at 8 a.m.

ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES

Check here for detailed road restrictions for priority one roadways.
Check here for downtown road restrictions in place for the annual Canada Day event.

REMAI MODERN

Remai Modern will remain open on Wednesday, July 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY

All Saskatoon Public Library locations will be closed on Wednesday, July 1.

SASKATOON TRANSIT

• Fixed-route transit will run holiday service hours on July 1 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. (2026 adjusted fares apply)
  • Please consult the mobile app transit to plan your trip
  • Immediately following the Canada Day fireworks event downtown, free service will be provided on special routes on either side of the river
    • 3rd Avenue and 19th Street
    • Victoria Avenue and 11th Street
  • Visit saskatoontransit.ca
• OnDemand service will not be available on July 1
• Access Transit will operate holiday service hours on July 1 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedures
  • Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays
  • For downtown Canada Day celebrations, Access Transit pickups and drop-offs will be at the temporary stop on 19th Street and 2nd Avenue near the Nutrien Tower
• Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed for walk-in customers on July 1, but phone lines (306.975.3100) will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

PAY PARKING

• Parking payment is not required on Wednesday, July 1
• Parking payment IS required on Tuesday, June 30
• Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.

MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT

• Vehicles will not be released to the public on Wednesday, July 1
• Open for regular business on Tuesday, June 30
• Information on Vehicle Seizures

WASTE COLLECTIONS

Garbage, Recycling, and Organics have collections as scheduled. Check your Collection Calendar here.

MATERIAL RECOVERY CENTRE & LANDFILL

• The Material Recovery Centre and Landfill are open on Wednesday, July 1 from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
• Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended.
• More information at saskatoon.ca/mrc.

COMPOST DEPOT

The Compost Depot is open on Wednesday, July 1 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WOODLAWN CEMETERY

• The cemetery office is closed on Wednesday, July 1.
• Cemetery grounds are open to the public 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual.

SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO

Regular Hours of Operation

• Zoo – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

LEISURE CENTRES

Search for drop-in program information including fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions and fitness programs on Leisure Online at dropinschedule.saskatoon.ca.

• Cosmo Civic Centre - Closed
• Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre - Closed for facility upgrade. Learn more at saskatoon.ca/harrybailey.
• Lakewood Civic Centre – 12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Lawson Civic Centre – 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Saskatoon Field House – 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Shaw Centre – 12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Terry Fox Track - Closed

NUTRIEN PLAYLAND AT KINSMEN

Open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

GOLF COURSES

• Holiday Park, Wildwood and Silverwood golf courses are open regular hours operation – tee times begin at 6 a.m.
• Holiday Park and Silverwood driving ranges are open regular hours of operation
  • Holiday Park – 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (last bucket sold at 8:00 p.m.)
  • Silverwood – 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (last bucket sold at 7 p.m.)

OUTDOOR POOLS

• Lathey & Mayfair Pools – Public Swim from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• George Ward & Riversdale Pools
  • Family and Lane Swim from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Public Swim from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

NOTIFYNOW

Residents are encouraged to sign-up for notifynow to receive timely and targeted public safety messages. Notifynow is a free service. Tell us how to best reach you on your preferred communication device. Visit saskatoon.ca/notifynow for more information.

YXE SERVICE ALERTS

For information and updates on service disruptions such as power or water check saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @yxeservicealert on Twitter.

The City of Saskatoon reminds property owners that tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, is the final day to pay 2026 Property Tax without late payment fees. 
A 1.75% monthly compounded fee will apply to any unpaid balance after the June 30 deadline. 

Payment options for Tuesday, June 30:

• City Hall (open until 5:00 p.m.) Pay in person by cheque, cash or debit. Helpful tip: If you plan to use debit, check your daily withdrawal limit with your bank in advance. 
   
• City Hall Drop Boxes, 222-3rd Avenue North. Cheques only, no cash. Use the drop box located outside the main entrance or inside the lobby.

City Hall is closed Wednesday, July 1 for Canada Day.

Other Payment options (note: the processing time for banking options may take two business days)

Already mailed your payment? Check your account balance by:

• calling our automated line at 1-800-667-9944
• calling Corporate Revenue Customer Service at 306-975-2400.

Learn more
Visit saskatoon.ca/taxtool - for assessment details and tax breakdowns 
Visit saskatoon.ca/propertytax – for general property tax information

Enjoy Canada Day celebrations without the stress of traffic and parking by taking Saskatoon Transit. Customers are also reminded that new fare adjustments for 2026 take effect on July 1.

Fixed-route service will run holiday hours until 9 p.m. on Canada Day. After the fireworks, free bus service will depart from two locations:

• North of river: 3rd Avenue and 19th Street
• South of river: Victoria Avenue and 11th Street

Access Transit will run holiday hours until 11 p.m. Per normal booking procedures, trips must be booked in advance, and subscriptions do not apply on statutory holidays. All Access Transit pickups and drop-offs for Canada Day events downtown will be at the temporary stop on 19th Street and 2nd Avenue near the Nutrien Tower.

Customers are encouraged to use real-time apps like Transit or Google Maps Transit to plan their trips on July 1. However, trip planning for travel after the fireworks will not be available on these apps, so riders are advised to plan their post-fireworks travel in advance and refer to the Canada Day 2026 Special Event Bus Map.

For Canada Day Service information, visit: saskatoontransit.ca.

For 2026 fare adjustment information, visit: saskatoontransit.ca/fares.

The Saskatoon Fire Department would like to remind residents and visitors of safe practices for purchasing, enjoying and disposing of fireworks. This Canada Day, low-hazard fireworks are permitted on private property between dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1.

Low-hazard fireworks are designed for public recreational use. These fireworks travel less than 50m (160ft) high and include items such as roman candles, sparklers, fountains, wheels, volcanoes, mines and snakes.

High-hazard fireworks are designed for professionals and can only be purchased by persons holding a valid Fireworks Supervisor – Level I or Level II card issued by Natural Resources Canada.

Residents and spectators are reminded of the risks and obligations associated with fireworks:

• Carefully read and follow the manufacturer instructions.
• Exercise increased caution when handling and discharging any type of firework.
• Choose your location wisely. Fireworks can only be discharged on private property.
• Familiarize yourself with the space requirements for the type of firework being discharged. Requirements vary depending on the firework type.
• Ensure your location is free of overhead obstructions, is clear side-to-side and is a safe distance from combustible materials.
• Ensure that it is not windy and that all spectators are safely located to observe the display.
• Be sure to properly stabilize the firework according to manufacturer direction.
• Other than sparklers, never light or hold a lit firework in your hand.
• Always light the fuse at its tip.
• Never try to relight or fix the fuse on fireworks that did not go off.
• Have a supply of water available and use it to extinguish debris or smouldering embers before they cause injuries, property damage and/or fires.
• Keep in mind that you are solely responsible for any debris that may land on spectators or another’s property.

For more information about fireworks safety, please visit saskatoon.ca/fireworks.

The Saskatoon Fire Department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Canada Day!

The Saskatoon Fire Department urges the public to remain cautious for the next week around the South Saskatchewan River.

Even though river levels and flow rates have and will be declining to more typical levels in the following week, there is the potential that conditions could change rapidly.

Recreational activities may resume in a more typical fashion -- keeping safety top of mind.

The Saskatchewan Water Security Agency says releases from lake Diefenbaker will remain at 160 m³/s until the end of next week, subject to review early next week. Based on power production requirements, flows at Saskatoon may fluctuate on a daily basis.

The Water Security Agency issued an Advisory Wednesday for the North Saskatchewan River and Saskatchewan River systems. It does not include the South Saskatchewan River through Saskatoon.

The Fire Department again stresses that while the river may provide a tempting option to cool down on hot days, the South Saskatchewan is unpredictable. Aside from the changing currents and unstable bottom, it may still have many additional hazards right now such as fallen branches, hidden material and floating debris that will pose a threat to anyone in or near the water.

Swimming is prohibited in the South Saskatchewan River
Bylaw No. 4433 prohibits swimming in the South Saskatchewan River within city limits.

View weir from a safe distance 
The South Saskatchewan River is equipped with a weir to alter the flow and discharge of water along the river. This barrier produces a powerful backwash of water that can trap objects and people. The weir must never be approached and should only be viewed from designated areas along Spadina Crescent East.

Pet safety 
Just as the river may pose risks to humans, it is also risky for pets. Pet owners are reminded to keep a close watch on their pets – especially in off-leash areas where they could get into the river.

Water rescue tips 
If you witness someone in distress in the river:

• Call 911 immediately to report the incident, noting details about the individual, time and situation.
• Keep track of recognizable landmarks around the area where the individual was first seen in distress in the water.
• Coach the individual from the shore edge on the below noted tips for water self-rescue.

If you are in distress in the river:

• Stay calm.
• Keep your head above the water.
• Remove any heavy or bulky clothing items.
• Don’t fight the current; move with the current as you work your way to the shore edge.

Always be cautious near the river. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

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

NEW

CLAYPOOL DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MARKHAM AVE TO MARKHAM AVE
(Road paving)
Start: June 29, 6:30 a.m. End: June 30, 6:30 a.m.

MEADOWS PKY ROAD CLOSED FROM ZIMMERMAN RD TO MARKET DR
(Median extension)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: June 29, 8:00 p.m.

LOWE RD ROAD CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO NELSON RD
(Road paving)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 4:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE C S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Water main upgrades and streetscaping)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 17, 5:00 p.m.

4TH AVE N NB & SB CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 23, 5:00 p.m.

46TH ST E WB CLOSED, NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO FAITHFULL AVE
(Water main work)
Start: June 29, 8:00 a.m. End: June 30, 5:00 p.m.

AVE H N SB PARKING LANE CLOSED. FROM 23RD ST W TO 22ND ST W
(Road work)
Start: June 29, 8:00 a.m. End: July 1, 5:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S SB CURB & MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM PERIMETER RD TO 108TH ST W
(Sewer work)
Start: June 29, 9:00 a.m. End: June 29, 12:00 p.m.

20TH ST W EB CLOSED FROM OTTAWA AVE S TO OTTAWA AVE S
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic in WB lanes
Start: June 29, 9:00 a.m. End: June 29, 3:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR VARIOUS SINGLE LANE CLOSURES FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CENTRAL AVE
(Road work)
Start: June 29, 10:00 a.m. End: June 29, 11:30 a.m.

ONGOING

AVE H S ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 20TH ST W
(Sewer maintenance)
Start: June 15, 7:00 a.m. End: June 29, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST E SB/WB/EB CUMBERLAND AVE INTERSECTION
(Link Station Construction)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 5:00 p.m.

MCKERCHER DR SB CURB & PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO HOLLAND RD
(Construction)
Start: June 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 5:00 p.m.

3RD AVE S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Median restoration)
Start: June 15, 7:00 a.m. End: July 1, 5:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S NB FROM LOUISE AVE TO ADELAIDE ST E
(Link Station Construction)
Two-way traffic to be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB PARKING & CURB LANE CLOSURE. FROM AVE B S TO AVE B S
(Streetscaping)
Start: June 8, 7:00 a.m. End: July 5, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(Vault roof work)
Start: March 9, 9:00 a.m. End: July 10, 4:00 p.m.

25TH ST E WB CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(SL&P work)
Two-way traffic in EB lanes
Start: June 15, 9:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.

24TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO 2ND AVE N
(Building construction)
Start: June 16, 8:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE M S TO AVE O S
(Sewer work)
Start: June 26, 7:00 a.m. End: July 10, 6:00 p.m.

12TH ST E EB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO DUFFERIN AVE
(Sewer work)
Start: May 29, 7:00 a.m. End: July 12, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB/WB UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(College Dr Link Construction)
Closure of College Dr includes a full closure of the University Bridge at Spadina Cr E
Start: April 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 13, 5:00 p.m.

20TH ST W WB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM AVE S S TO AVE T S
(Concrete & landscaping work)
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: July 22, 5:00 p.m.

1ST AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Building construction)
Start: June 15, 8:00 a.m. End: July 31, 5:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E NB REDUCED LANE WIDTH AT 25TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: April 28, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.

1ST AVE N SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 42ND A ST E TO CIRCLE DR E
(Building construction)
Start: May 1, 8:00 a.m. End: October 1, 5:00 p.m.

WANUSKEWIN RD NB CLOSED FROM ARTHUR ROSE AVE TO 72ND ST E
(Construction)
Two-way traffic in SB lanes
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 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.