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City of Saskatoon continues to respond during snow event; Saskatoon Transit service impacted

November 19, 2024 - 5:11 pm

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Tue, 11/19/2024 - 17:11

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More than 12 centimetres of snow accumulated in Saskatoon so far today since Monday night. The City of Saskatoon’s focus is on keeping the driving lanes of Circle Drive and other highly travelled roads such as Idylwyld Drive, College Drive, 8th Street and 22nd Street, clear for safe travel. Road crews are spreading salt and sand at high-risk locations like busy intersections, bridge decks and ramps to reduce icing and help with traction.

Strong gusting winds are creating additional challenges with visibility, blowing salt and sand away, and re-developing snow drifts. Crews continue to address known problem areas and additional contractor resources have been engaged to support ongoing efforts.

Saskatoon Transit operations are experiencing weather-related delays:

Fixed-route service is generally running late due to snow and slippery road conditions. Detours and delays are expected until roadways and bus stops are fully cleared. Operators may not be able to access some streets in outlying neighbourhoods where more snow and snow drifts are occurring.   
Access Transit service is experiencing delays. Service will continue to be prioritized for essential trips, including medical appointments. Customers are encouraged to reschedule any non-essential or leisure trips.
OnDemand service will operate on cleared roadways that are accessible to operators.

The Transit Customer Service Centre is open for walk-in customers from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; however customers are asked to call 306-975-3100 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. if their trip to the Customer Service Centre is not essential. For updates check the real-time mobile app, transit or visit saskatoontransit.ca/service-alerts.

While clearing snow, please do not push or blow it into the street. This creates a greater risk for vehicles to get stuck. Instead, pile the snow on your property, as per Bylaw No. 8463 The Sidewalk Clearing Bylaw, 2005.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed about snow grading efforts and the list of Priority Streets by visiting saskatoon.ca/snow and following the City’s social media channels. Stay in the know by checking the latest Snow & Ice Report posted to saskatoon.ca/snowreport.

Bus service to Blades vs Tigers

November 19, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Tue, 11/19/2024 - 06:00

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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Medicine Hat Tigers at SaskTel Centre on Tuesday, November 19 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

5:45 p.m.
6:25 p.m.

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.

Special event bus service to SaskTel Centre this weekend

November 15, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Fri, 11/15/2024 - 06:00

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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Edmonton Oil Kings at SaskTel Centre on Friday, November 15 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

5:45 p.m.
6:25 p.m.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Tri City Americans at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, November 16 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

5:45 p.m.
6:25 p.m.

Bus service to Remembrance Day Service

November 8, 2024 - 8:00 am

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Fri, 11/08/2024 - 08:00

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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to the Remembrance Day Service at SaskTel Centre on Monday, November 11 at 10:00 a.m., is available at the following times:

9:00 a.m.
9:20 a.m.
9:40 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
10:20 a.m.

Direct service from Market Mall and Centre Mall to the Remembrance Day Service at SaskTel Centre on Monday, November 11 at 10:00 a.m., is available at the following times:

9:45 a.m.

Ride Saskatoon Transit free to the Remembrance Day Ceremony

November 5, 2024 - 2:44 pm

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Tue, 11/05/2024 - 14:44

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Courtesy of RBC, Saskatoon Transit will offer free rides to the Remembrance Day Service at SaskTel Centre on Monday, November 11. The program begins at 10 a.m., with buses leaving from:

Downtown Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue):
- Service every 20 minutes starting at 9 a.m., with the final bus leaving by 10:20 a.m.
Market Mall:
- Buses will depart from the mall transit terminal at 9:45 a.m.
Centre Mall:
- Buses will also leave from the mall transit terminal at 9:45 a.m.

Return trips from SaskTel Centre will begin immediately following the close of the ceremony.

Free Service for Canadian Armed Forces
Veterans and current Canadian Armed Forces members will be recognized with free transit service all day throughout the system on November 11.

This free bus service is available to veterans, current personnel, cadets, reservists, and a companion. Canadian Armed Forces Transit riders can identify themselves by wearing a military uniform or showing military ID or a CF1 card when boarding.

Providing free transit to veterans and current Canadian Armed Forces members is a way to recognize their significant dedication to the community and Canada.

Trips can be planned using the mobile app Transit or Google Maps Transit in advance to help find the best route.

For more information about Transit Remembrance Day hours and service, visit saskatoontransit.ca.

Saskatoon Transit warns public to be aware of fare scam

November 4, 2024 - 2:07 pm

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Mon, 11/04/2024 - 14:07

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Saskatoon Transit is warning residents of a “Saskatoon Public Transport Card” fare scam on social media and through a fraudulent website.

A fraudulent social media account is advertising a scam offer for a $2.00 Go-Pass that supposedly provides six months of unlimited travel. Additionally, a linked website falsely impersonates as an official Saskatoon Transit page, promoting the opportunity to receive one of 500 limited edition cards for six months of unlimited travel through an online survey. This deceptive tactic seeks to mislead individuals into purchasing a fake pass and sharing their personal information.

To find the complete list of fare prices for Saskatoon Transit, visit: saskatoontransit.ca/fares-passes.

How to identify a potential scam:

The scam offers seem too good to be true.
The website may not be an official webpage or social media account page.
Requests for personal or financial information are a red flag.

Helpful reminders to help protect residents from potential scammers:

The City never requests or collects credit card, bank accounts or any sort of personal information from customers via phone, text, social media, or email.
Never give out your personal or banking information, or credit card number over the phone, by text, on social media, by email, or on a non-trusted website. It is a best practice to block suspicious phone numbers, email addresses or social media accounts and delete them after reporting.
Do not click on suspicious web links.

Always verify information from trusted sources:
- Official website:
  - Saskatoon.ca
  - Saskatoontransit.ca or Transit.saskatoon.ca
- Social media channels:
  - @cityofsaskatoon
  - @stoontransit

Scammers typically use the information gathered to get money or commit identity theft.

Residents should contact their bank if they have become a victim of fraud and report these types of phone or online scams to Saskatoon Police Service at saskatoonpolice.ca/onlinereporting/fraud/ or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, 1-888-495-8501.

Concerned residents may also call the City of Saskatoon to speak with a Customer Service Representative at 306-975-2400.

Bus service to FSIN Pow Wow

November 1, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Fri, 11/01/2024 - 06:00

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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to the FSIN Pow Wow at SaskTel Centre on Friday, November 1 starting at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

5:00 p.m.
5:40 p.m.
6:20 p.m.
7:20 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
8:40 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
10:40 p.m.
11:20 p.m.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop to the FSIN Pow Wow at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, November 2 starting at 12:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

10:00 a.m.
10:40 a.m.
11:20 a.m.
2:00 p.m.
2:40 p.m.
3:20 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:40 p.m.
7:20 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
10:40 p.m.
11:20 p.m.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop to the FSIN Pow Wow at SaskTel Centre on Sunday, November 3 starting at 12:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

10:00 a.m.
10:40 a.m.
11:20 a.m.
2:00 p.m.
2:40 p.m.
3:20 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:40 p.m.
7:20 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
10:40 p.m.

Bus service to Arkells

October 31, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Thu, 10/31/2024 - 06:00

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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see Arkells at SaskTel Centre on Thursday, October 31 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:

6:15 p.m.
6:55 p.m.

Bus service to PBR Saskatoon Classic

October 25, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Fri, 10/25/2024 - 06:00

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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to the PBR Saskatoon Classic at SaskTel Centre on Friday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

5:45 p.m.
6:25 p.m.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop to the PBR Saskatoon Classic at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

5:45 p.m.
6:25 p.m.

Bus service to Blades vs Thunderbirds

October 23, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Wed, 10/23/2024 - 06:00

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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Seattle Thunderbirds at SaskTel Centre on Wednesday, October 23 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

5:45 p.m.
6:25 p.m.