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Saskatoon Transit is currently experiencing a temporary disruption affecting the sale and reload of reloadable smart cards.

The disruption was caused by a routine software update to Saskatoon Transit’s retail sales platform, which is preventing vendors and the Transit Customer Service Centre from issuing new or reloading smart cards. The error source has been identified, and Saskatoon Transit is working closely with its vendor to restore service as quickly as possible.

Customers with active fare products on their reloadable smart cards can continue to travel and validate their fares as normal. Mobile ticketing through the TGo and Transit apps remains fully operational, and cash fare payment continues to be accepted onboard.

Fare payment is still required. However, if a customer is unable to reload their smart card because of this temporary outage, they will be permitted to board while the issue is being resolved.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while this matter is resolved.

Updates will be shared as they become available at saskatoontransit.ca.

Saskatoon City Council approved a new Transit bylaw today. The bylaw establishes clear, modern rules for using Saskatoon Transit and helps create a safer, cleaner and more comfortable experience for riders and employees.

“The vast majority of our customers use transit respectfully every day,” said Michael Moellenbeck, Director of Saskatoon Transit. “This bylaw sets clear expectations for everyone using the system and provides additional tools to address behaviours that impact safety, accessibility and the customer experience.”

The new bylaw replaces the existing fare bylaw and introduces a single framework covering fares, customer conduct, Transit property and enforcement measures.

What the approved bylaw covers:

• Fare payment and pass use;
• Customer responsibilities while riding transit, including keeping aisles clear respecting operators and fellow passengers, and protecting Transit property;
• Authority to address unacceptable behaviour and, where necessary, remove individuals from Transit property or restrict future access; and
• Administrative enforcement measures and appeal processes

The bylaw also establishes Saskatoon Transit fares and fees, including fare rates effective September 1, 2026 and future fare adjustments scheduled for January 1, 2027.

Saskatoon Transit will introduce The Transit Code, a public awareness campaign to help customers understand the new bylaw and the expectations for safe, respectful transit travel. Learn more at saskatoontransit.ca/Bylaw.

Saskatoon Transit has partnered with the Saskatoon EX to offer free bus service for SuperPass holders to Prairieland Park from July 30 to August 6. Riders looking to take Saskatoon Transit or Access Transit buses simply need to show the bus operator their SuperPass or wristband when boarding.

As a bonus, older adults (65+) ride free on Thursday, August 6, without a SuperPass and children Grade 8 and under ride for free year-round.

Customers are encouraged to use real-time apps to plan trips to Prairieland Park on Route 1 or Route 19 using the Transit app or Google Maps Transit.

To accommodate travel post-event outside of Saskatoon Transit’s regular service on Sunday, August 2, and holiday Monday, August 3, after 10 p.m., three special routes from the Exhibition loop on Lorne Avenue have been added on both days. Trip planning after 10 p.m. on August 2 and August 3 will not be available on the apps, so riders are encouraged to plan ahead. Regular fares apply to those without a SuperPass.

• Bus #1 – Travels to City Centre Terminal and Lawson Heights Mall Terminal at 9:30 p.m., 10:15 p.m., 11 p.m. and 11:45 p.m.
• Bus #2 – Travels to Market Mall Terminal, Centre Mall Terminal and University Heights at 9:45 p.m., 10:30 p.m. and 11:15 p.m.
• Bus #3 – Travels to Confederation Mall Terminal and City Centre Terminal at 9:15 p.m., 10 pm, 10:45 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.

Access Transit will pick up and drop off passengers at the Exhibition loop at Ruth Street and St Patrick Avenue.

Skip the parking fees and traffic jams by riding with Saskatoon Transit. For more information, visit saskatoontransit.ca.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the SexBomb Girls at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, July 11 at 8 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 Chance the Rapper on Sunday, July 12 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 6:15 p.m.
• 6:55 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the Downtown Terminal and regular fares apply ($3.25 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or Transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. 

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.

Enjoy Canada Day celebrations without the stress of traffic and parking by taking Saskatoon Transit. Customers are also reminded that new fare adjustments for 2026 take effect on July 1.

Fixed-route service will run holiday hours until 9 p.m. on Canada Day. After the fireworks, free bus service will depart from two locations:

• North of river: 3rd Avenue and 19th Street
• South of river: Victoria Avenue and 11th Street

Access Transit will run holiday hours until 11 p.m. Per normal booking procedures, trips must be booked in advance, and subscriptions do not apply on statutory holidays. All Access Transit pickups and drop-offs for Canada Day events downtown will be at the temporary stop on 19th Street and 2nd Avenue near the Nutrien Tower.

Customers are encouraged to use real-time apps like Transit or Google Maps Transit to plan their trips on July 1. However, trip planning for travel after the fireworks will not be available on these apps, so riders are advised to plan their post-fireworks travel in advance and refer to the Canada Day 2026 Special Event Bus Map.

For Canada Day Service information, visit: saskatoontransit.ca.

For 2026 fare adjustment information, visit: saskatoontransit.ca/fares.

Saskatoon Transit will be making service changes across the bus network on June 28, 2026. Service changes are introduced four times each year.

Riders can expect adjustments to run times designed to help buses stay on schedule, including Routes 1, 7, 17, 26 and 27.

Riders can expect adjustments to run times designed to help buses stay on schedule, including Routes 1 Exhibition and 7 Dundonald.

Service frequency will also improve on some routes. For example, Routes 26 Forest Grove and 27 Silverspring will run every 30 minutes during key daytime periods instead of every 40 minutes.

Visit saskatoontransit.ca/routes or use your favourite trip planning app to see how your route is affected. Contact Saskatoon Transit Customer Service at transit.services@saskatoon.ca or 306-975-3100 or stop by the Downtown terminal for printed schedules and maps.