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Active Transportation Advisory Group recruiting community representatives for 2023
August 8, 2023 - 2:30pm
City administration is recruiting up to four new members from the community for appointment to the Active Transportation Advisory Group (ATAG). ATAG weighs in on policies, programs and initiatives to improve community and infrastructure needs to increase options for cycling, walking and other modes of active transportation.
“We’re looking for people from the community who want to help us explore options for active transportation, such as cycling and walking,” says Jay Magus, Director of Transportation.
There are opportunities for people across Saskatoon to shift short trips from driving to walking and biking by creating safe active-transportation networks. The Active Transportation Advisory Group aims to build and strengthen connections between community groups, organizations, residents and the City of Saskatoon, to support the successful implementation of the Active Transportation Plan in Saskatoon.
To apply and for more information, visit saskatoon.ca/atag or contact atag@saskatoon.ca. The deadline for applications is on Sunday August 27, 2023.
Avenue C intersection closed at 36th Street starting Wednesday
August 8, 2023 - 7:00am
- 36th Street closed between Avenue B and Avenue F
- Intersection at Avenue D and 36th Street will be closed
- Intersection at Avenue E and 36th Street will be closed
The intersection at Avenue C and 36th Street will be closed starting Wednesday, August 9, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin and manhole repair 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.
Additional road restrictions:
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, August 8, 2023
August 4, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST E NB LAES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 5TH AVE N
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 9:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO ALBERT AVE
(Water & sewer connection replacement)
Start: August 8, 9:00 a.m. End: August 10, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST W VARIOUS LANE CLOSURES AT LORNE AVE
(Saskatoon Ex)
Start: August 8, 9:00 a.m. End: August 13, 11:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Water line crossing)
Start: August 8, 10:00 a.m. End: August 8, 11:30 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 56TH ST W TO 51ST ST E
(Roadway resurfacing)
Start: August 8, 7:00 p.m. End: August 9, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 60TH ST W TO 56TH ST W
(Roadway resurfacing)
Start: August 7, 7:00 p.m. End: August 8, 6:00 a.m.
LENORE DR EB CURB & PARKING LANES CLOSED FROM PRIMROSE DR TO LA LOCHE RD
(Sidewalk replacement)
All street intersections will remain open
Start: July 28, 9:00 a.m. End: August 10, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 17, 5:00 p.m.
BUTE ST ROAD CLOSED FROM WILLIAM AVE TO HANOVER AVE
(Weaver Park upgrades)
Broadway Ave intersection remains closed at Brute St
Start: July 25, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:30 p.m.
VICTORIA AVE NB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT 6TH ST E
(Water main preservation)
Start: July 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 13, 5:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM OSLER ST TO COLLEGE DR
(Water main upgrades)
Start: July 10, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction work)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes
Start: June 25, 5:00 a.m. End: November 1, 5:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM PAYNE BEND TO HORNER CRES
(Construction work)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: July 23, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Long Weekend Road Report - August 5-7, 2023
August 4, 2023 - 2:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 10TH ST E TO 12TH ST E
(Fringe Festival)
Start: August 5, 6:00 a.m. End: August 7, 6:00 a.m.
CONFEDERATION DR NB LANES CLOSED FROM MILTON ST TO BORDEN PL
(Hydrant replacement)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: August 5, 8:00 a.m. End: August 5, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 14TH ST E
(Catch basin repair)
Start: August 6, 8:00 a.m. End: August 6, 4:00 p.m
IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 60TH ST W TO 56TH ST W
(Roadway resurfacing)
Start: August 7, 7:00 p.m. End: August 8, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
LENORE DR EB CURB & PARKING LANES CLOSED FROM PRIMROSE DR TO LA LOCHE RD
(Sidewalk replacement)
All street intersections will remain open
Start: July 27, 2:00 p.m. End: August 9, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: July 31, 7:00 a.m. End: August 17, 5:00 p.m.
BUTE ST ROAD CLOSED FROM WILLIAM AVE TO HANOVER AVE
(Weaver Park upgrades)
Broadway Ave intersection remains closed at Brute St
Start: July 25, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 4:30 p.m
VICTORIA AVE NB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT 6TH ST E
(Water main preservation)
Start: July 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 13, 5:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM OSLER ST TO COLLEGE DR
(Water main upgrades)
Start: July 10, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Road construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes
Start: June 25, 5:00 a.m. End: November 1, 5:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM PAYNE BEND TO HORNER CRES
(Construction work)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: July 23, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Modifications completed at the intersection of Clarence Avenue and Main Street to improve safety
August 4, 2023 - 1:00pm
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Right turn only lanes for drivers on Main Street at Clarence Avenue. Drivers on Main Street are now required to turn right at the intersection and are no longer able to drive straight through or turn left onto Clarence Avenue.
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A pedestrian signal on the South side of Clarence Avenue to allow crossings on both the North and South side of the intersection.
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Cyclist push buttons on Main Street to activate the pedestrian signals. Cyclists are still permitted to cross Clarence Avenue or turn left onto Clarence Avenue.
Following a traffic review on Clarence and Main Street, modifications have been made to improve the safety of the intersection for all road users. Modifications include:
The City of Saskatoon completed a traffic review at Clarence Avenue and Main Street last year after several residents reached out with concerns about safety at the intersection. Residents of Nutana and Varsity View had previously identified the Clarence Avenue and Main Street intersection as a necessary location for safety improvements through the City’s Neighbourhood Traffic Review process.
An on-site engagement event was held with residents to discuss the recommended changes in August 2022 and a broader engagement event was held in February 2023. City Council approved the modifications to Clarence Avenue and Main Street at its March 29, 2023, Public Meeting.
For more information on the intersection’s modifications, including tips on use, visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/engage/clarence-avenue-and-main-street-intersection-improvements.
Spadina Crescent closed between 22nd and 23rd streets on Tuesday
August 4, 2023 - 11:00am
Spadina Crescent will be closed between 22nd and 23rd streets on Tuesday, August 8, at 10:00 a.m. for roadway work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. 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 closed between Albert and Clarence avenues starting Tuesday
August 4, 2023 - 10:00am
Taylor Street will be closed between Albert and Clarence avenues starting Tuesday, August 8, at 9 a.m. for service connection replacement 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.
Fall Leisure Guide available Friday, August 4; Program registration begins Sunday, August 20
August 4, 2023 - 9:00am
- Swimming lessons and lifeguard certification training opportunities;
- Saskatoon’s Leisure Centres (Cosmo, Lakewood, and Lawson Civic Centres; Saskatoon Field House; and Shaw Centre) including admission options such as LeisureCards and Bulk Tickets;
- Public and parent & tot skating at the indoor rinks;
- A variety of free community programming including events for youth on school breaks and the popular Drop N’Shop;
- Adult drop-in and registered fitness programs for all fitness levels and all stages of your life;
- Learn to Skate, Lil’ and Mini Movers and Sport registered programs for toddlers, children and youth;
- Community Association programs and activities; and,
- Facility rental options
The City of Saskatoon Leisure Guide is the community’s go-to source for sport, culture and recreation information in Saskatoon.
The Fall Leisure Guide will be available online at saskatoon.ca/leisureguide and on display at pick-up locations beginning Friday, August 4. Pick up the guide from any City leisure facility, Saskatoon public library or anywhere the StarPhoenix is sold. Visit saskatoon.ca/leisureguide for a complete list of pick-up locations.
Included in the guide is everything you need to know about Lifesaving Society of Canada swimming lessons, which the City started offering at the start of 2023. Preschool, swim kids and adult swim program participants’ previous Red Cross certifications will transfer to the new Lifesaving Society corresponding certifications. Make sure to check out the registration guidelines and transfer chart in the Leisure Guide before you make your swim class selection.
Highlights of the Fall Leisure Guide (September 1 to December 31, 2023) include information on:
Mark your calendars! Registration for Fall programs begins Sunday, August 20, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. by logging into to your account on leisureonline.saskatoon.ca or by calling 306-975-2800.
Private and semi-private swim lessons registrations will open on Monday, August 21. Registrations are accepted by phone only. Call the Leisure Centre you are interested in taking lessons at to register. This change is being piloted in effort to reduce wait times for phone line registrations.
For more information on how to be prepared for registration, visit saskatoon.ca/leisure-online
Broadway Avenue closed between 10th and 12th streets starting Saturday
August 4, 2023 - 8:00am
Broadway Avenue will be closed between 10th and 12th streets starting Saturday, August 5, at 6:00 a.m. for the Fringe Festival. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the special event site. This event is expected to take two days to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
Melville Street intersection at Jasper Avenue closed starting Tuesday
August 4, 2023 - 7:00am
The intersection at Melville Street and Jasper Avenue will be closed starting Tuesday, August 8, at 7 a.m. for infrastructure upgrade work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take five weeks to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.