Saskatoon Transit prepares for winter weather challenges

With the likelihood of heavy snowfall this weekend, Saskatoon Transit is committed to providing safe, reliable and accessible transit services to residents.

What can you expect?

• Five (5) centimetres of snow: Expect delays
  • Service may be delayed in some areas of the city.
• Five (5) centimetres to 15 centimetres of snow: Expect delays and potential frequency disruptions.
  • There will likely be delays on many routes, particularly during peak times, such as rush hour.
• Blizzard, Ice Storm, more than 15 centimetres of snow: Expect delays and frequency disruptions.
  • There will be frequency reductions and direct route service from downtown to major terminals will go into effect.
  • As conditions improve updates will be issued on Transit Twitter, the website and the Transit app.

Winter Transit Tips:

• Stay up-to-date on current weather conditions.
• Stay informed on the status of your bus. 
  • Transit service alerts regarding detours or temporary bus stop closures and real-time bus locations are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Transit on desktop.
  • Pin the routes you use often and receive service alert push notifications.
  • Check our service alerts page and follow @stoontransit on X.
• Dress for the weather.
• Winter driving conditions can result in delays, give yourself a little extra time to get to your destination.
• Saskatoon Transit’s Safe Bus program runs year-round. If you are lost, cold, scared, or hurt, hold up your hand (palm out) in the direction of an approaching Transit bus, or go to a parked bus, & the operator will stop, contact emergency services & provide shelter to the next terminal.
• Keep pathways clear and safe.

Visit saskatoon.ca for additional winter weather service impacts.

To report an issue or for more information, contact City Customer Service Representatives at 306-975-3100.