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Bus service to FIBA Men’s Americup 2025

November 21, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to the FIBA Men’s Americup 2025 at SaskTel Centre on Thursday, November 21 starting 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 FIBA Men’s Americup 2025 at SaskTel Centre on Sunday, November 24 starting at 2:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

  • 12:45 p.m.
  • 1:25 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.

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

November 19, 2024 - 5:11 pm

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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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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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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.

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.

Bus service to Remembrance Day Service

November 8, 2024 - 8:00 am

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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.

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.

Ride Saskatoon Transit free to the Remembrance Day Ceremony

November 5, 2024 - 2:44 pm

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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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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

Adjusted civic services & holiday hours for Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 14

October 10, 2024 - 9:09 am

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The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 14.

Wondering about what's open or closed this long weekend? Or want to check out parking requirements, the waste collection schedule, Saskatoon Transit schedule or hours at Leisure Centres, Saskatoon Public Library locations or at Remai Modern? How about tee off times for a last round of long weekend fall golf?

Check details here!

The City of Saskatoon wishes a safe and happy Thanksgiving long weekend for all residents.

For more information on the City's many programs and services, including details on upcoming deadlines for voters in this fall's 2024 Civic Election, visit saskatoon.ca

Adjusted civic services & holiday hours for Monday, Sept 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 26, 2024 - 3:34 pm

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The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation Monday, September 30, in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 

Monday, September 30 provides an important opportunity to reflect and continue on our collective and individual reconciliation journey.

To note: Where Monday, September 30 is not recognized as a provincial statutory holiday,  parking payment will be required.

Check full details here 

Adjusted civic services & holiday hours for Monday, Sept 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 26, 2024 - 3:24 pm

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The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation Monday, September 30, in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

CITY HALL

City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 30, and will reopen on Tuesday, October 1, at 8 a.m.

ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES

Check here for detailed long weekend road restrictions for priority one roadways.

REMAI MODERN 

Remai Modern will be closed on Monday, September 30.

SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY

All Saskatoon Public Library (SPL) locations will be closed on Monday, September 30.

SASKATOON TRANSIT

Fixed-route, OnDemand, Access and the Transit Customer Service Centre will operate regular service hours on Monday, September 30.

Please note that information in the Transit app or Google Transit Planner may display holiday service hours; however, regular hours will be in effect.

PAY PARKING

  • Parking payment WILL BE required. September 30 is not a recognized provincial STAT holiday.
  • Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.

MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT

  • Vehicles will not be released to the public on Monday, September 30.
  • Open for regular business on Saturday, September 28 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Information on Vehicle Seizures

WASTE COLLECTIONS

Garbage, Recycling, and Organics have collections as scheduled. Check your Collection Calendar here.

MATERIAL RECOVERY CENTRE & LANDFILL

  • The Material Recovery Centre and Landfill are open on Monday, September 30 from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
  • Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended.
  • More information at saskatoon.ca/mrc.

COMPOST DEPOT

The Compost Depot is open on Monday, September 30 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WOODLAWN CEMETERY

  • The cemetery office is closed on Monday, September 30.
  • Cemetery grounds are open to the public 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual.

SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO

Regular Hours of Operation

  • Zoo – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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.

  • 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 8 p.m.
  • Lawson Civic Centre – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Saskatoon Field House – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Shaw Centre – 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Terry Fox Track - Closed

Indoor Rinks
ACT Arena – Parent & Tot Skating  - 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

GOLF COURSES

  • Holiday Park, Wildwood and Silverwood golf courses are open regular hours operation – tee times begin at 7 a.m.
  • Holiday Park and Silverwood driving ranges are open regular hours of operation - 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (last bucket sold at 6 p.m.)

NOTIFYNOW

Residents are encouraged to sign-up for notifynow to receive 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.