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Long Weekend Road Report, July 1-3, 2023
June 30, 2023 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
VICTORIA AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 11TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(Canada Day Event)
Traffic Bridge will be closed for Canada Day Event
Start: July 1, 9:00 a.m. End: July 2, 1:00 a.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Canada Day Event)
Broadway Bridge will be closed for Canada Day Event
Start: July 1, 7:00 p.m. End: July 2, 1:00 a.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Canada Day Event)
Access to Boat Launch closed during Fireworks
Start: July 1, 7:00 p.m. End: July 2, 1:00 a.m.
QUEEN ST ROAD CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE N TO 3RD AVE N
(Rattlers Event)
Start: July 2, 12:30 p.m. End: July 2, 4:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM JASPER AVE S TO LORNE AVE
(Cable work)
Intersection at Melville St and Jasper Ave will be closed
Start: July 3, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 4:30 p.m.
ONGOING
PRESTON AVE N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO RESEARCH DR
(Roadway resurfacing)
Start: June 30, 7:00 p.m. End: July 1, 6:00 a.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Canada Day Event)
Start: June 30, 8:00 a.m. End: July 2, 6:00 a.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Canada Day)
Access to Boat Launch will be maintained until July 1 at 7 p.m.
Start: June 30, 8:00 a.m. End: July 2, 6:00 a.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HORNER CRES TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Ramp tie in)
Start: June 19, 1:00 p.m. End: July 2, 4:30 p.m.
NEAULT RD SB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 33RD ST W TO 22ND ST W
(Storm sewer upgrades)
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR SB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Sidewalk infill)
Start: June 20, 7:00 a.m. End: July 4, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT STENSRUD RD
(Pavement & curb work)
Start: May 15, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 4:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: June 29, 8:00 a.m. End: July 20, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Roadway paving)
Start: June 26, 7:00 a.m. End: July 29, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Building construction)
Start: June 12, 6:00 a.m. End: August 1, 4:30 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.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Cumberland Avenue closed between 1st and Taylor streets starting Tuesday
June 30, 2023 - 1:45am
Cumberland Avenue will be closed between 1st and Taylor streets starting Tuesday, July 4, at 7:00 a.m. for connection replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one week 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.
Queen Street closed between 2nd and 3rd avenues on Sunday
June 30, 2023 - 7:00am
Queen Street will be closed between 2nd and 3rd avenues on Sunday, July 2, at 12 p.m. for the Saskatchewan Rattlers Block Party event. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event zone. This event is expected to take five 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 is available on mobile devices at Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Getting around for Canada Day Celebrations: free bus service after fireworks
June 30, 2023 - 6:00am
Forget parking and traffic - leave the car at home! Make first and last mile connections to Saskatoon Transit routes with your bike, an e-scooter, an Uber or a taxi as you head downtown for the Canada Day celebrations.
Planning your trip is easier than ever when you use Transit - Saskatoon Transit's recommended trip planning app. The Transit app works out suggested trips that easily combine public transit with options like Uber or Riide and also lets you pay your Saskatoon Transit fare with just a few taps.
Transit will be running regular holiday service until 9 p.m. (normal fares apply) on Canada Day.
After the fireworks, free buses will leave from locations on either side of the river (3rd Avenue northbound/north of 19th Street and Broadway Avenue southbound/south of 12th Street). Buses will stop when requested along the routes noted in the Canada Day 2023 special event bus map.
All Access Transit pickups and drop-offs for the event will be at the temporary stop on 2nd Ave just north of the Alt Hotel. Access Transit operates until 11:45 p.m. for customers. Trips must be booked in advance as per normal booking procedures and subscriptions do not apply on statutory holidays.
Daily Road Report, June 30, 2023
June 29, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Canada Day Event)
Start: June 30, 8:00 a.m. End: July 2, 6:00 a.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Canada Day Event)
Access to Boat Launch will be maintained
Start: June 30, 8:00 a.m. End: July 2, 6:00 a.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: June 30, 8:00 a.m. End: July 20, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
PRESTON AVE N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM COLLEGE DR TO PERIMETER RD
(Roadway resurfacing)
Start: June 29, 7:00 p.m. End: June 30, 6:00 a.m.
4TH AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 6:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HORNER CRES TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Ramp tie in)
Start: June 19, 1:00 p.m. End: July 2, 4:30 p.m.
NEAULT RD SB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 33RD ST W TO 22ND ST W
(Storm sewer upgrades)
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR SB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Sidewalk infill)
Start: June 20, 7:00 a.m. End: July 4, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT STENSRUD RD
(Pavement & Curb work)
Start: May 15, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 4:00 p.m.
AVE H N NB & SB CLOSED FROM 31ST ST W TO 31ST ST W
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: July 12, 3:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB ROAD CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Roadway paving)
Start: June 26, 7:00 a.m. End: July 29, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Building construction)
Start: June 12, 6:00 a.m. End: August 1, 4:30 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.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Extreme Heat Emergency Response Plan: Level II activated
June 29, 2023 - 2:00pm
- Ensuring your pet has plenty of fresh water to drink
- Monitoring your pet for signs of heat stress such as rapid panting
- Never leaving pets in parked cars for any amount of time
- Offering your pet a means to cool down such as a wading pool or damp towel
- Drink extra water,
- Increase breaks out of the sun
- Modify work duties to prevent heat illness
Ahead of the warm temperatures this weekend, the Saskatoon Emergency Management Organization (EMO) will activate the Saskatoon Extreme Heat Emergency Response Plan from Friday, June 30 to Monday, July 3 to support residents in Saskatoon, especially those vulnerable to the heat.
The Saskatoon Extreme Heat Emergency Response Plan is a coordinated response that provides residents with access to cooling locations, outreach services, wellness checks and water distribution during extreme heat. Individuals and families experiencing distress from the heat can visit any of the designated cool-down locations throughout the city. Partner organizations will also distribute water to vulnerable residents and have access to misting tents to provide another way to cool down.
Extreme heat can cause serious negative health impacts ranging from dehydration and heat exhaustion to heat stroke and potentially death. Extreme heat can be especially dangerous for individuals who live in a residence without air conditioning or a way to cool the home, are older adults, and who also have pre-existing health conditions. Residents can help those most vulnerable to the extreme and prolonged heat by checking on family, friends and neighbours, sharing cool-down locations and by alerting emergency services if they see someone in distress.
In an emergency, call 911 immediately.
Other things to consider during days of extreme heat:
Outdoor Events
If you're planning to enjoy outdoor festivities, be sure to have a plan to stay hydrated and stay cool. Consider taking cool water with you. Drink plenty of water throughout the day, before you feel thirsty. Limit physical activity during the hottest hours and seek out shade to rest in.
River Safety
Although the South Saskatchewan River may provide a tempting option to cool down on hot days, EMO reminds residents that the river is unpredictable and swimming in the river is prohibited. The river has many hazards including changing currents and an unstable bottom.
Pet Wellness
On warm summer days, it’s important to keep your pets safe and comfortable. Considerations include:
For more information on how to keep your pet safe this summer, contact your local veterinarian.
Working Safe
As the humidex rises, those who work outdoors are encouraged to take necessary actions including:
For safety tips and guidelines for employees working in hot conditions, visit the Government of Saskatchewan’s Working Outdoors page.
Transit Safe Bus Program
As always, Saskatoon Transit offers the Safe Bus Program designed to assist anyone, of any age, that needs immediate shelter or needs to contact emergency services. If you need help, safely flag down a bus or go to a parked bus. Transit operators can contact emergency services directly through the on-bus radio system and will give the person in need a safe place to wait.
Smart Yard and Garden Watering
During heat waves, there is increased water usage. The City encourages residents to be water wise by watering your lawn and trees early in the morning and skip windy days to minimize evaporation. Smart watering helps the environment and can save you money during hot summer months. Follow these quick lawn care tips to be more efficient with your water and learn more ways to be water wise.
For more information about the Saskatoon Extreme Heat Emergency Response plan and how to stay safe during extreme heat, visit saskatoon.ca/heat.
Road restrictions for downtown Canada Day celebrations starting Friday
June 29, 2023 - 1:00pm
- Spadina Crescent closed between 2nd and 3rd avenues
- Spadina Crescent closed between 3rd Avenue and the Broadway Bridge, access to the Saskatoon Boat Launch will remain open until July 1 at 7 p.m.
- Traffic Bridge closed between 11th and 19th streets
- Saskatchewan Crescent closed between Broadway and McPherson avenues
- Broadway Bridge closed between 12th and 19th streets
- 19th Street closed between 3rd and 4th avenues
- 4th Avenue closed between 19th and 20th streets
- Saskatchewan Crescent closed between 13th Street and Broadway Avenue
- Spadina Crescent closed between 3rd Avenue and the 20th Street, access to the Saskatoon Boat Launch will be closed
To accommodate Canada Day celebrations in the downtown area starting Friday, June 30, detours, lane restrictions, and “no parking” signs will be in place guiding motorists around the event area.
Event road restrictions in place from June 30 at 8 a.m. to July 2 at 6 a.m.
Event road restrictions in place from July 1 at 9 a.m. to July 2 at 1 a.m.
Event road restrictions in place from July 1 at 7 p.m. to July 2 at 1 a.m.
Drivers are reminded to drive carefully and watch for pedestrians. The City thanks everyone for their patience.
Saskatoon Transit will 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.
Canada Day Long Weekend: Adjusted holiday hours & civic services
June 27, 2023 - 2:15pm
- Fixed route transit will be running regular holiday service on Saturday, July 1 until 9 p.m. (normal fares apply). After the Canada Day 2023 fireworks downtown, free buses will leave from locations on either side of the river.
Visit saskatoontransit.ca for details. - Access Transit will operate with regular business hours from 6:15 a.m. to 11:45 p.m.
- Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed but phone lines (306-975-3100) will be open from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Parking payment is not required on Saturday, Canada Day, July 1, AND Monday, July 3.
- Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits
- Open for regular business on Saturday, July 1 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
- Vehicles will not be released to the public on Monday, July 3.
- Garbage (Black Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- Recycling (Blue Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- Organics (Green Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- For collection schedules and reminders, get the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app or visit saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar
- The Landfill is open over the July long weekend from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended
- More information at saskatoon.ca/landfill
- The compost depots are open over the July long weekend with normal operating hours.
- West Compost Depot – open 7 days a week, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- East Compost Depot – open Thursday to Monday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/compostdepots
- The cemetery office is closed on Monday, July 3
- Cemetery grounds are open to the public 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual
- Zoo – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Buckeye Café - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Zoo Gift Shop – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- 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 6 p.m.
- Lawson Civic Centre – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saskatoon Field House - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Shaw Centre – 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Terry Fox Track– CLOSED
- George Ward - 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Lathey – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Mayfair - 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Riversdale - 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
It’s the Canada Day long weekend, always a fun kickoff to another great summer in Saskatoon! When a statutory holiday falls on a weekend, it is typically observed by the City on the following Monday. The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Saturday, July 1, Canada Day, and on Monday, July 3 as follows:
CITY HALL
All Administrative Offices are closed on Monday, July 3 and will reopen Tuesday, July 4 at 8 a.m.
ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES
See here for detailed long weekend road restrictions for priority one roadways.
REMAI MODERN
Remai Modern is OPEN on Canada Day, July 1, and CLOSED on Monday, July 3.
SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY
All Saskatoon Public Library locations are CLOSED on Canada Day, Saturday, July 1, and OPEN on Monday, July 3.
SASKATOON TRANSIT
PAY PARKING
MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT
WASTE COLLECTIONS
LANDFILL
COMPOST DEPOTS
WOODLAWN CEMETERY
SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO HOURS
Regular Hours of Operation:
LEISURE CENTRES
Search for drop-in program information including fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions and fitness programs on Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline
The Leisure Centres have regular hours of operation on Monday, July 3 and the following revised hours on Saturday, July 1.
GOLF COURSES
Holiday Park, Silverwood and Wildwood golf courses are open regular hours of operation 6 a.m. to dusk.
Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park
Open regular hours of operation -10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Outdoor Pools
Visit saskatoon.ca/leisureonline for drop-in program schedules. The outdoor pools will have regular hours of operation on Saturday, July 1 and Monday, July 3.
Canada Day hours of operation are as follows:
NOTIFYNOW
Residents are encouraged to sign-up to notifynow for 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.
2023 National Indigenous History Month
June 29, 2023 - 10:45am
- May 29: A Reconciliation Flag Raising Ceremony & Community Celebration was held in Civic Square to set the stage for the month ahead. The program included remarks from dignitaries and performances by Indigenous artists. The Reconciliation Flag, which represents a commitment to Reconciliation, remained raised for one week.
- May 29: The City unveiled its new Reconciliation Visual Identity and Community Tipi. The visual identity design, which is hand-painted on the Community Tipi, was developed through consultation with community - including Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and Residential School Survivors - to include significant imagery capturing Saskatoon and our shared journey forward on the path to Reconciliation.
- June 21: The City participated in the Community Celebration in Victoria Park. The new Community Tipi was raised and programming was offered there throughout the day including: tipi teachings, Elder teachings, and several sessions on what went into the making of our new Reconciliation Visual Identity.
- June 28: The City co-presented Commemoration & Renaming on the Road to Reconciliation - a presentation to get people thinking about the importance of commemoration, naming, renaming. The presentation was provided by Métis artist and educator David Garneau and held at the Broadway Theatre.
Each June, we celebrate National Indigenous History Month to honour the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous people. It's also an opportunity to recognize the strength of present-day Indigenous people and their communities.
This June, the City contributed to several initiatives intended to honour and learn from Indigenous Peoples. Some of these included:
The City continues to work with the Indigenous Technical Advisory Group (ITAG). The mandate of this group is to provide First Nations & Métis worldviews to lead the City of Saskatoon to improve the quality of life for future generations. As part of Indigenous History Month, the City would like to acknowledge the perspectives, wisdom, and advice that ITAG has provided us. Learn more about ITAG and meet our members at saskatoon.ca/ITAG.
Rescheduled: Dundonald Avenue closed between Caen and Mountbatten streets starting Friday
June 29, 2023 - 7:00am
Dundonald Avenue will be closed between Caen and Mountbatten streets starting Friday, June 30, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin and manhole installation work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take three weeks 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.