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Saskatoon’s Winter Trails Ready for the Season
December 22, 2025 - 11:00am
Cross Country Ski Trails
Groomed cross country ski trails maintained by the City of Saskatoon are now ready for use at the Upper and Lower Meewasin, Diefenbaker, Victoria and Forest Parks. After completing the main cross country ski trails, the City will begin grooming trails in 14 neighbourhood parks, run in partnership with various Community Associations throughout the city.
Additional ski trails are maintained by Saskatoon Nordic Ski Club, including classic and skate-skiing loops at the Holiday and Wildwood Golf Courses and Kinsmen Park. Visit saskatoonnordicski.ca for more information on these trails.
Visit saskatoon.ca/ski for ski trail locations, etiquette and updates on conditions.
Richard St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
A new dedicated winter fat bike network is now available on the west side of the Richard St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area. These trails are maintained in a volunteer capacity by the Fatlander Fat Tire Brigade.
Multi-use trails are open year-round for everyone to enjoy. More information and a site map can be found at saskatoon.ca/rsbbaa.
Holiday Pay Parking Reminder
December 22, 2025 - 8:00am
- Customers are encouraged to use the Parkedin app as a no-touch way to pay for parking.
- Customers are responsible for entering the correct licence plate information when paying for parking at a parking station or when using the Parkedin app.
- Parking time limits vary by location. Watch for signs wherever you are parking.
- If you have reached the posted time limit but need more time in the area, move your vehicle around the corner or across the street.
- Balances on a parking purchase can be carried forward to another parking space in a new location.
- Additional parking time can be purchased, but only up to the maximum allowable time posted.
Residents are reminded that payment will not be required on Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25, 2025, and New Year’s Day, Thursday, January 1, 2026.
The City’s pay parking will require payment on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24 and Boxing Day, Friday, December 26, 2025.
Public parking in the Downtown, Broadway, Riversdale, River Landing and Sutherland areas, as well as streets adjacent to St. Paul’s and Saskatoon City Hospitals, are metered from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Payment is not required outside these hours, on Sundays or on statutory holidays (New Year’s Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Saskatchewan Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day, Remembrance Day and Christmas Day).
Public Pay Parking reminders:
For more information on Public Pay Parking, including the parking pay stations and the ParkedIn app, please visit saskatoon.ca/parking.
Holiday Hours and Adjusted Civic Services: Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
December 22, 2025 - 7:00am
- City Facilities: Some of our locations may have reduced hours or be closed on certain days over the holidays
- Parking: Check which days require parking payment, and which do not, plus general enforcement details
- Transit: Some schedules will be adjusted, confirm before you ride
- Waste Collections: Some collection dates will be shifted, verify your pickup schedule
- Leisure Centres: Hours vary by City facility; review details before heading out
Find out what's open, closed or adjusted this holiday season (and where you can drop off your Christmas tree for free after the holidays!):
Daily Road Report - December 22, 2025
December 19, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCCORMACK RD INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEEDHAM CRES
(Sanitary sewer repair)
Start: December 22, 8:00 a.m. End: December 22, 4:00 p.m.
CONFEDERATION DR SB CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 22ND ST W
(Hydrant replacement)
Start: December 22, 9:00 a.m. End: December 22, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
AVE W N ROAD CLOSED FROM RYLSTON RD TO 29TH ST W
(Service connections)
Start: December 19, 8:00 a.m. End: December 22, 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.
Weekend Road Report - December 20-21, 2025
December 19, 2025 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
22ND ST W EB CLOSED FROM BETTS AVE TO DIEFENBAKER DR
(Structure work)
Two-way traffic in WB lanes. Hart Rd access from Betts Ave only
Start: December 20, 9:00 a.m. End: December 20, 3:00 p.m.
20TH ST W PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM AVE O S TO AVE P S
(St. Mary Christmas Hamper Pick-up)
Start: December 20, 11:00 a.m. End: December 20, 4:00 p.m.
25TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO 4TH AVE N
(Crane lift)
Start: December 21, 7:00 a.m. End: December 21, 1:00 p.m.
ONGOING
AVE W N ROAD CLOSED FROM RYLSTON RD TO 29TH ST W
(Service connections)
Start: December 19, 8:00 a.m. End: December 22, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 31ST ST W TO 30TH ST W
(Connection replacement)
Start: December 18, 7:00 a.m. End: December 20, 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.
Special event bus service to SaskTel Centre this weekend
December 19, 2025 - 6:00am
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
- 3:45 p.m.
- 4:25 p.m.
Saskatoon Transit will provide direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to SaskTel Centre for the following events this weekend:
Saskatchewan Rush vs Georgia Swarm
Saturday, December 20 at 7:00 p.m.
Buses depart at:
Nitro Circus
Sunday, December 21 at 5:00 p.m.
Buses depart at:
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 - December 19, 2025
December 18, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
22ND ST W WB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM AVE W N TO AVE Y S
(Construction)
Start: December 19, 7:00 a.m. End: December 19, 1:00 p.m.
AVE W N ROAD CLOSED FROM RYLSTON RD TO 29TH ST W
(Service connections)
Start: December 19, 8:00 a.m. End: December 22, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM AVE C S TO AVE B S
(Link station construction)
Start: December 19, 9:00 a.m. End: December 19, 3:00 p.m.
22ND ST W WB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM AVE C N TO AVE D N
(Link station construction)
Start: December 19, 9:00 a.m. End: December 19, 3:00 p.m.
23RD ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO 4TH AVE N
(Drilling)
Start: December 19, 9:00 a.m. End: December 19, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB & WB CURB & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM AVE G N TO AVE I N
(Link station construction)
Start: December 19, 12:00 p.m. End: December 19, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
NEAULT RD NB RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED AT KENSINGTON GATE W
(Trunk work)
Start: December 10, 7:00 a.m. End: December 19, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 31ST ST W TO 30TH ST W
(Connection replacement)
Start: December 18, 7:00 a.m. End: December 20, 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.
Crews mobilized for cleanup after blowing snow hits city
December 18, 2025 - 7:02am
Contractor crews joined the City snow maintenance team yesterday to maintain mobility on Saskatoon streets. After 11 cm of snow accumulated throughout the day, along with high winds, the City has declared a snow event.
The City has 30 graders, 6 plows and 15 sanders which are focused on clearing and maintaining Priority 1 routes, including Circle Drive and major arterials. There are 9 sidewalk plows clearing City facility sidewalks, the Meewasin Trail, pathways along freeways and arterials in addition to bridge/overpass walkways which will be cleared within 48 hours.
Residents are reminded to watch for blue and amber flashing lights and to give road maintenance equipment the space needed to operate safely, especially during periods of reduced visibility.
During a Snow Event, residents can track progress using the Priority Street Snow Grading Map. More information about winter road maintenance and service levels is available at saskatoon.ca/snow. The latest Snow & Ice Report is posted at saskatoon.ca/SnowReport.
Saskatoon Transit will continue to monitor conditions and adjust service as needed. Delays or disruptions may occur due to collisions, drifting snow or inaccessible bus stops. Riders are encouraged to check Saskatoon Transit service alerts, use third-party apps such as Transit or Google Transit, and enable route notifications for real-time updates.
Information on any other impacted City services is available at saskatoon.ca/servicealerts.
City of Saskatoon 2026 rates and fees effective January 1, 2026
December 18, 2025 - 7:00am
To provide quality services and help plan for the future, some City of Saskatoon rates and fees will change on January 1, 2026 (unless noted otherwise).
These updates help sustain the programs and facilities you value. Check here for the detailed list.
Thank you for your continued support.
City of Saskatoon 2026 rates and fees effective January 1, 2026
December 17, 2025 - 3:59pm
- Curbside Residential Garbage Program (black cart) average fees per cart per month will increase to approximately as follows in 2026: small (120 L) cart - $4.15, medium (240 L) - $7.84 and large (360 L) - $11.76.
- Curbside Residential Organics Program (green cart) average fees per cart per month will remain at $7.78 per month in 2026.
- Curbside Residential Recycling Program (blue cart) average fees per cart per month will remain at $7.47 per month in 2026.
- Multi-Unit Residential Recycling Program average fees per dwelling per month will remain at $4.22 per month in 2026.
- Cart swap fees will increase to $38 to change the size of a black cart.
- Tax Certificates (EPTSC): $40 per certificate (an increase of $5)
- Tax Searches: $20 per search (an increase of $5)
- Hourly pay parking rate is $2.50 per hour. Posted time limits do apply.
- ParkedIn App will charge an additional $0.15 convenience fee on each transaction in 2026. Visit Public Pay Parking for rate information.
- There are various fee changes for the Impound Lot. Visit Vehicle Seizures for 2026 rate information.
- Sidewalk Crossing permit application fee: $775.00
- Truck permit application fee:
- $200.00 for blanket annual
- $75.00 for daily
- There will be various rate changes for Saskatoon Transit, effective July 1, 2026.
- Visit saskatoontransit.ca/fares for current rates.
- There are various rate and fee changes effective January 1, 2026, for both building and plumbing permits.
- For a full list of 2026 Building Permit Fees visit saskatoon.ca/permitfees.
- For a full list of 2026 Plumbing Permit Fees visit saskatoon.ca/plumbingpermit.
These updates help sustain the programs and facilities you value. Thank you for your continued support.
SERVICES FOR RESIDENTS
Animal Services – Pet Licenses
There are various rate and fee changes for Animal Services effective January 1, 2026.
Visit saskatoon.ca/petlicensing for current rates.
Material Recovery Centre & Landfill
In 2026, landfill tipping fees will increase to $108/tonne and the landfill entrance fee will increase to $20.
Visit saskatoon.ca/mrc for current rates and fees.
Compost Depot
The Compost Depot Commercial Hauler Season Permit fee remains $150 for 2026.
Waste-Related Handling Services
Visit saskatoon.ca/wasterates for current rates and fees.
2026 Saskatoon Light & Power Electrical Rates
There are no electrical rate increases planned at this time. All SL&P fees and rates can be found at saskatoon.ca/electricalrates.
The City has historically set its rates to match those established by SaskPower. This is to ensure there are no inequities between utility customers regardless of whether their property is within the SL&P or SaskPower franchise area.
Water and Wastewater
In 2026, water and wastewater rates will increase by an average rate of 5.18%.
A $75 fee will be introduced for emergency sanitary sewer maintenance service. The exact implementation date has not yet been finalized but is anticipated to launch in late spring 2026.
Property Tax
Current Property Tax: For property tax levied in the current year that remains outstanding beyond the June 30 payment deadline, the penalty remains at 1.75% per month.
Property Tax in Arrears: For Property Tax Arrears, where a property tax balance remains outstanding beyond December 31 of the year the property tax was levied in, the penalty remains at 2.25% per month.
Corporate Revenue Service Requests
Parking Services
Special Permits
Special permit information is available at saskatoon.ca/trafficpermits.
Saskatoon Transit and Access Transit
Building and Plumbing Permits
PARKS, RECREATION & ATTRACTIONS
Leisure Centres
There are various rate changes for Leisure Centres effective January 1, 2026.
Visit saskatoon.ca/admissions for 2026 rates.
Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo
There are various rate and fee changes for the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo effective January 1, 2026.
Visit saskatoon.ca/zoo for 2026 admission rates.
Visit Saskatoon.ca/zoorentals for rental rates.
Indoor Registered Swim Lessons
Rates are effective April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. All rates listed exclude GST.
30 Minutes: $95.25
45 Minutes: $125.00
60 Minutes: $143.00
Outdoor Registered Swim Lessons
Rates are effective April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. All rates listed exclude GST.
30 Minutes: $81.00
45 Minutes: $106.25
60 Minutes: $121.50
Gordon Howe Campground
There are various rate and fee changes for Gordon Howe Campground effective January 1, 2026.
Visit saskatoon.ca/camp for 2026 rates.
Golf Courses
There are various rate and fee changes for golf courses effective April 1, 2026.
Visit saskatoon.ca/golf for 2026 rates.
Sport Fields
Rates are effective January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. The following rates are per game (2 hours).
All rates listed exclude GST.
Class 1 (with lights): $154.00
Class 1 (without lights): $74.00
Class 2: $71.00
Class 3: $62.00
Visit saskatoon.ca/sportfields for more information.
Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park
General Admission (single ticket) - $3.50
Play Pack (8 tickets) $21.00
Group booking 1 ride / hour (recommended for groups of 50 or less) $170.00
Group booking 2 rides /hour (recommended for groups of 51 to 75) $285.00
Group booking 3 rides / hour (recommended for groups of 75 to 150 +) $395.00
Visit saskatoon.ca/nutrienplayland for more information.
Outdoor Pools
There are various rate changes for outdoor pools.
Visit saskatoon.ca/outdoorpools for 2026 rates.
Indoor Arenas
Rates and fees effective October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027.
Arena Rates and Fees
Prime-Time Ice: $350 /hour
Non-Prime Ice: $240 hour
Summer Ice: $350/hour
Dry Arena Rental: $90/hour
Dry Arena Daily: $810/hour
Woodlawn Cemetery
Visit saskatoon.ca/woodlawn for 2026 rates.
Visit saskatoon.ca for more information on City programs and services.