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Bus service to Harlem Globetrotters

March 6, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Harlem Globetrotters at SaskTel Centre on Wednesday, March 6, at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times: 

  • 5:45 p.m. 
  • 6:25 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is 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 Blades vs Hurricanes

March 1, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to experience the Saskatoon Blades take on the Lethbridge Hurricanes at SaskTel Centre on Friday, March 1, at 7 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.

Saskatoon Transit warns public: beware of Multi-Use-Go-Pass fare scam

February 29, 2024 - 8:43 am

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Saskatoon Transit is warning residents of a Multi-Use-Go-Pass fare scam on social media and through a fraudulent website.  

The fraudulent social media account and posts are promoting a scam offer for a $2.35 Multi-Use-Go-Pass–the actual cost of a Multi-Use Pass is $8.50. Additionally, a website attached to this account is falsely claiming to be a Saskatoon Transit online page promoting "500 free travel cards" through an online survey. This deceptive scheme aims to trick individuals into purchasing a fake pass and disclosing personal information under the appearance of a competition. 

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 via phone, text, social media, 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 Center, 1-888-495-8501

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

City snow crews continue to address local drifting, problem areas; de-icing to improve traction

February 27, 2024 - 7:30 am

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Saskatoon received about 18 centimetres of snowfall since Sunday. Strong winds and dropping temperatures created challenging road conditions all throughout the city. The storm ended in the early evening and the fourth snow event of our season was declared.

City snow crews will continue to focus on grading snow on priority streets and applying de-icing materials to improve traction. Snow clearing from bridge walkways and city-maintained sidewalks and pathways is also underway. Additional pieces of equipment were mobilized yesterday to address spot drifting impacting mobility. Dedicated work will continue today to address any remaining problem areas throughout the city.

The City has 26 graders, 10 sanders, six plows and five sidewalk plows moving around the city to get Saskatoon moving. 

The snow event response follows the Priority Street system: 

Priority 1 – Freeways and major arterials. This includes Circle Dr. and streets with three+ lanes each way like Idylwyld Dr., 22nd St and College Dr. 

Priority 2 - Arterials with double-lanes and bus routes. Double-lane streets like Clarence Ave, McKercher Dr. and Millar Ave. 

Priority 3 - Collector streets, remaining Business Improvement District streets and school zones. These streets take you through your neighbourhood like Louise Ave, Howell Ave., and Main St. 

Today’s extreme cold will contribute to icy conditions and de-icing products used to improve traction do not work as well in these temperatures. Sanders will continue to apply de-icing materials and will focus on high speed and high traffic streets, bridge decks and intersections as they have the highest potential for serious collisions.  

Drivers, be aware of changing weather that can affect road and sidewalk conditions and adjust your driving for the conditions. Leave extra room and watch for blue and yellow flashing lights on road equipment. Take extra care to watch for pedestrians and cyclists. 

Learn more about winter road maintenance at saskatoon.ca/snow and stay in the snow at saskatoon.ca/snowreport

Adjusted civic services & hours of operation on Family Day, Monday, February 19

February 14, 2024 - 1:15 pm

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The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on the Family Day Stat, Monday, February 19, as follows:

CITY HALL

City Hall will be closed on Monday, February 19 and will reopen on Tuesday, February 20 at 8:00 a.m.

ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES

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

REMAI MODERN 

Remai Modern will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY

All Saskatoon Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, February 19.

SASKATOON TRANSIT

  • Fixed route transit will run holiday service on Monday, February 19 – 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (normal fares apply).
  • OnDemand service will not be available on Monday, February 19.
  • Access Transit will operate holiday service on Monday, February 19 – 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.   
    • Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedures (8:15 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.). 
    • Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays. 
  • Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed for walk-in customers on Monday, February 19, but phone lines (306-975-3100) will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

PAY PARKING

Parking payment is not required on Monday, February 19.

  • Motorists are reminded that all parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.

MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT 

  • The Impound Lot will be closed to the public on Monday, February 19.  Vehicles will be released to the public as usual on Tuesday, February 20. Information on Vehicle Seizures

WASTE COLLECTIONS

Garbage, Recycling, and Organics have collections as scheduled.

MATERIAL RECOVERY CENTRE & LANDFILL

  • The Material Recovery Centre and Landfill are open on Monday, February 19 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 DEPOTS

  • The compost depots are now closed for the season.

WOODLAWN CEMETERY

  • The Cemetery Administration Office is closed on Monday, February 19.
  • 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 4:30 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 – Facility Closed. Family Day Skating Event 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Lakewood Civic Centre – 12 p.m. to 9 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

Search the public and parent and tot schedules on Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline.

ACT Arena (Public Skating) - 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cosmo Arena (Family Day Skating Event) – 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

OUTDOOR RINK

Clarence Downey Speed Skating Oval – 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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. 

Bus service to Blades vs Rebels

February 27, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to experience the Saskatoon Blades take on the Red Deer Rebels at SaskTel Centre on Tuesday, February 27, at 7 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 Ice Cube

February 26, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see Ice Cube at SaskTel Centre on Monday, February 26, at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:    

  • 5:45 p.m. 
  • 6:25 p.m. 

Post-event drop-off is 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

February 23, 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 Brandon Wheat Kings at SaskTel Centre on Friday, February 23 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 Saskatchewan Rush take on the Halifax Thunderbirds on Saturday, February 24 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

  • 5:45 p.m.  
  • 6:25 p.m. 

Post-event drop-off is 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 that helps 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 RAM Motorsports Spectacular

February 16, 2024 - 6:00 am

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Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (outside the 2nd Avenue Lofts at 23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to experience RAM Motorsports Spectacular at SaskTel Centre is available at the following times this week:    

Friday, February 16, at 7 p.m.

  • 5:45 p.m.   
  • 6:25 p.m.   

Saturday, February 17, at 1 p.m.   

  • 11:45 a.m.   
  • 12:25 p.m.   

Saturday, February 17, at 7 p.m.

  • 5:45 p.m.   
  • 6:25 p.m.   

Post-event drop-off is 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 crews and winter road maintenance equipment responding to freezing rain

February 4, 2024 - 9:48 am

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Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for Saskatoon.  A combination of snow and rain and/or freezing drizzle is expected throughout Sunday. City crews are actively responding to the situation. Icy conditions can develop due to the combination of moisture and cold roads and sidewalks.   

City crews will be continuously monitoring conditions and applying salt as required to address potential icy conditions, focusing on high speed and high traffic streets, bridges, and intersections along priority streets.  Salt is an effective tool to address icy conditions during mild winter temperatures. Crews are ready to initiate plowing and snow grading if the snow accumulates. 

Drivers should adjust their driving for the road conditions, leave extra room in case you need to stop suddenly and watch for blue and yellow flashing lights on road equipment.

Learn about winter road maintenance at saskatoon.ca/snow.  Stay in the snow with the Snow & Ice Report at saskatoon.ca/snowreport.