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Taylor Street closed between Herold and Slimmon roads on Tuesday
September 8, 2025 - 6:00am
Taylor Street will be closed between Herold and Slimmon roads on Tuesday, September 9, starting at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. 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.
Fairlight Drive on Circle Drive ramp closure
September 5, 2025 - 8:06pm
The southbound lane of Fairlight Drive on the Circle Drive ramp is closed for infrastructure repairs. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one to two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restriction and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Daily Road Report - September 8, 2025
September 5, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MEADOWS PKY ROAD CLOSED FROM ZIMMERMAN RD TO MARKET DR
(Service connection)
Start: September 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 13, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM COLLEGE DR TO 108TH ST W
(Overpass repairs)
Start: September 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 5:00 p.m.
24TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(SL&P work)
Start: September 8, 8:00 a.m. End: September 26, 5:00 p.m.
CONFEDERATION DR NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO BENNETT PL
(Sewer lining)
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 8, 12:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM STEEVES AVE TO LISGAR AVE
(Construction)
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 8, 12:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD NB & SB VARIOUS LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
A pilot truck will be used for this work
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 8, 2:00 p.m.
CONFEDERATION DR SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CONFEDERATION CRES TO LAURIER DR
(Sewer lining)
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 22, 6:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT LLOYD CRES
(Catch basin repair)
Start: September 8, 11:00 a.m. End: September 8, 2:00 p.m.
11TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM LANCASTER BLVD TO DUNDONALD AVE
(Catch basin repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in WB lanes
Start: September 8, 1:00 p.m. End: September 8, 4:00 p.m.
ONGOING
RUTH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE S TO CUMBERLAND AVE S
(Water main lining)
Start: July 29, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Streetlight replacements)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 14TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: August 26, 9:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 6TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: August 22, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 22, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST ROAD CLOSED FROM JASPER AVE S TO PORTAGE AVE
(Sewer main installation)
Start: July 30, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
VICTORIA AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM 6TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 27, 7:00 a.m. End: September 10, 5:30 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT NELSON RD
(Link station construction)
Start: August 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 11, 5:00 p.m.
BERINI DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: August 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 11, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Sewer work and road resurfacing)
Start: July 10, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Construction)
Start: August 13, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE S
(Willows development)
Start: August 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO COLLEGE DR
(Link station construction)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: August 18, 8:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM LOUISE AVE TO JARVIS DR
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 23RD ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
ASSINIBOINE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM CHURCHILL DR TO STURGEON DR
(Concrete replacement)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB & EB CURB LANES CLOSED AT MCKERCHER DR
(Link station construction)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 6:00 p.m.
7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO 33RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: July 4, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM AIRPORT DR TO 33RD ST W
(Construction)
Start: April 22, 9:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE/BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(New road construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 28, 2025, 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 - September 6-7, 2025
September 5, 2025 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 12TH ST E
(Broadway Street Fair)
Start: September 6, 6:00 a.m. End: September 6, 8:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR EB & WB CURB LANES CLOSED AT NELSON RD
(Link signals)
Start: September 6, 6:00 a.m. End: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD NB LANES CLOSED FROM 7TH AVE N TO CIRCLE DR E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Streetlight replacements)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
23RD ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM PACIFIC AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Bike lane removal)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 6, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB RAMP & CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: September 7, 6:30 a.m. End: September 7, 12:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W NB LANES CLOSED FROM 33RD ST W TO EDMONTON AVE
(Valve chamber repair)
Start: September 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 10:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Streetlight pole maintenance)
Start: September 7, 8:00 a.m. End: September 7, 9:30 a.m.
ATTRIDGE DR WB LANES CLOSED FROM NELSON RD TO FORESTRY FARM PARK DR
(Manhole and catch basin repairs)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in EB lanes
Start: September 7, 9:00 a.m. End: September 7, 1:00 p.m.
23RD ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 4TH AVE N
(Bike lane removal)
Start: September 7, 9:00 a.m. End: September 7, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 47TH ST W TO 46TH ST W
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: September 7, 9:30 a.m. End: September 7, 11:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E SB RAMP CLOSED AT 14TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: September 7, 11:00 a.m. End: September 7, 1:00 p.m.
ONGOING
AVE W S NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST W TO 22ND ST W
(Valve removal)
Start: September 4, 8:00 a.m. End: September 6, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 29TH ST W
(Construction)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 6, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE S TO CUMBERLAND AVE S
(Water main lining)
Start: July 29, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 14TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: August 26, 9:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 6TH ST E
(Construction)
Start: August 22, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 22, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST ROAD CLOSED FROM JASPER AVE S TO PORTAGE AVE
(Sewer main installation)
Start: July 30, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
VICTORIA AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM 6TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 27, 7:00 a.m. End: September 10, 5:30 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT NELSON RD
(Link station construction)
Start: August 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 11, 5:00 p.m.
BERINI DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT ATTRIDGE DR
(Link station construction)
Start: August 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 11, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Sewer work and road resurfacing)
Start: July 10, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Construction)
Start: August 13, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE S
(Willows development)
Start: August 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO COLLEGE DR
(Link station construction)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: August 18, 8:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM LOUISE AVE TO JARVIS DR
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 23RD ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
ASSINIBOINE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM CHURCHILL DR TO STURGEON DR
(Concrete replacement)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB & EB CURB LANES CLOSED AT MCKERCHER DR
(Link station construction)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 6:00 p.m.
7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO 33RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: July 4, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM AIRPORT DR TO 33RD ST W
(Construction)
Start: April 22, 9:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE/BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(New road construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 28, 2025, 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.
Circle Drive ramp to 14th Street closed on Sunday
September 5, 2025 - 8:00am
The Circle Drive southbound ramp to 14th Street will be closed on Sunday, September 7, starting at 11:00 a.m. for Saskatoon Light & Power work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. This project is expected to take two hours to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information 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.
Taylor Street ramp to Circle Drive closed on Sunday
September 5, 2025 - 7:00am
The Taylor Street ramp to Circle Drive northbound will be closed on Sunday, September 7, starting at 6:30 a.m. for Saskatoon Light & Power work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. 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.
Broadway Avenue closed between 8th and 12th streets on Saturday
September 5, 2025 - 6:00am
Broadway Avenue will be closed between 8th and 12th streets on Saturday, September 6, starting at 6:00 a.m. for the Broadway Street Fair. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event. This closure is expected to be lifted after 8:00 p.m., weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Daily Road Report - September 5, 2025
September 4, 2025 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Colliers Cup)
Start: September 5, 5:00 a.m. End: September 5, 8:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 29TH ST W
(Construction)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 6, 5:00 p.m.
FAIRLIGHT DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO FAIRLIGHT CRES
(Construction)
Start: September 5, 9:00 a.m. End: September 5, 12:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO CIRCLE DR E
(Construction)
Start: September 5, 9:00 a.m. End: September 5, 3:00 p.m.
FAIRLIGHT DR WB LANES CLOSED FROM FAIRMONT DR TO FAIRLIGHT CRES
(Construction)
Start: September 5, 12:00 p.m. End: September 5, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR W NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Guardrail repair)
Closure will be set from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 5, 3:00 p.m.
AVE W S NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST W TO 22ND ST W
(Valve removal)
Start: September 4, 8:00 a.m. End: September 5, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO 31ST ST W
(Construction)
Start: September 4, 9:00 a.m. End: September 5, 5:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT NELSON RD
(Link station construction)
Start: August 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 5, 5:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT BERINI DR
(Link station construction)
Start: August 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 5, 5:00 p.m.
LOWE RD SB RIGHT TURN & CURB LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO NELSON RD
(Link station construction)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 5, 5:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR WB RIGHT TURN LANE & CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEAL AVE TO LOWE RD
(Link station construction)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 5, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM LOUISE AVE TO JARVIS DR
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: September 5, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HUNTER RD TO WILLIS CRES
(Link station construction)
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: September 5, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED FROM WIGGINS AVE S TO CUMBERLAND AVE S
(Water main lining)
Start: July 29, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 14TH ST E
(Link station construction)
Start: August 26, 9:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST ROAD CLOSED FROM JASPER AVE S TO PORTAGE AVE
(Sewer main installation)
Start: July 30, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE S
(Willows development)
Start: August 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO COLLEGE DR
(Link station construction)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in NB lanes
Start: August 18, 8:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Construction)
Start: August 13, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Sewer work and road resurfacing)
Start: July 10, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: July 22, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 23RD ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
ASSINIBOINE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM CHURCHILL DR TO STURGEON DR
(Concrete replacement)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:00 p.m.
VICTORIA AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM 6TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main maintenance)
Start: August 27, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 5:30 p.m.
8TH ST E WB & EB CURB LANES CLOSED AT MCKERCHER DR
(Link station construction)
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 17, 6:00 p.m.
7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM OSBORNE ST TO 33RD ST E
(Construction)
Start: July 4, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE/BROADWAY BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Start: May 11, 7:00 p.m. End: October (Date TBA)
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(New road construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 28, 2025, 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.
Saskatoon Zoo Becomes Certified Sensory Inclusive Facility in Partnership with KultureCity
September 4, 2025 - 10:00am
The Saskatoon Zoo is proud to announce its official certification as a Sensory Inclusive facility through a partnership with KultureCity, a leading nonprofit in sensory accessibility and inclusion. This milestone marks a significant step in the Zoo’s commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all guests, especially individuals with sensory processing needs.
As part of this initiative, Sensory Bags are now available at the Zoo Admission gate. These complimentary bags are available for checkout with a valid ID and include KCVIP badges to help staff identify and support guests with sensory needs, fidget tools, noise-canceling headphones and other helpful resources. Each item is thoroughly cleaned between uses to ensure safety and comfort.
“Zoos are naturally sensory-rich environments, which can be overwhelming for individuals with sensory sensitivities,” said Jeff Mitchell, Zoo Manager. “By offering sensory tools and staff training, we’re making the Zoo a more accessible and enjoyable place for everyone.”
For more information about the sensory inclusive program visit saskatoon.ca/zoo.
Spadina Crescent closed between 22nd and 23rd streets on Friday
September 4, 2025 - 6:00am
Spadina Crescent will be closed between 22nd and 23rd streets on Friday, September 5, starting at 5:00 a.m. for the Colliers Cup Charity Street Hockey Tournament. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event. This closure is expected to be lifted after 8:00 p.m., weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.