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City begins Priority Street grading: Snowfall exceeds 5 centimetres

December 10, 2025 - 7:15 pm

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Today’s snowfall has finished, and the total snow accumulation has exceeded 5 centimetres. This means contractor crews will now join City snow maintenance equipment across the road network.

Crews will move directly into grading Priority Streets: 8 plows and 26 graders are clearing these roads while 20 sanding trucks continue treating slippery sections to support safer travel.

The Snow Event response follows the Priority Street system:

  • Priority 1 – Freeways and major arterials, which will be graded within 12 hours following the end of the snowfall. This includes Circle Drive and streets with three or more lanes in each direction, such as Idylwyld Drive, 22nd Street, and College Drive.
  • Priority 2 – Arterials with double-lanes and bus routes, which will be graded within 48 hours following the snowfall. This includes double lane streets such as Clarence Avenue, Confederation Drive and Millar Avenue.
  • Priority 3 – Collector streets, remaining Business Improvement District streets and school zones, which will be graded within 72 hours following the snowfall. These streets take you through your neighbourhood like Louise Avenue, Howell Avenue and Emmeline Road.

4 sidewalk plows are clearing city facility sidewalks, Meewasin Trail, pathways along freeways and arterials and bridge/overpass walkways which will be cleared within 48 hours.

Crews will remain active until all Priority streets have been graded. If additional snowfall occurs during the response, operators may need to return to Priority 1 streets to keep major routes passable before resuming work on Priority 2 and 3 streets. This makes sure emergency access and citywide mobility remain a top priority.

Residents are reminded to watch for blue and amber flashing lights and to give road maintenance equipment the space needed to operate safely.

Residents can track progress through the Priority Street Snow Grading Map. More information, including the City’s level of service, can be found at saskatoon.ca/snow. Stay in the know by checking the latest Snow & Ice Report posted to saskatoon.ca/SnowReport.

Deck the malls aboard the Jingle Bell Express

December 2, 2025 - 1:30 pm

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Starting December 6, Saskatoon Transit’s Jingle Bell Express (Route 1225) returns, offering a convenient way to travel between the malls this holiday season.

Route 1225 will run on weekends in December, with free fares on Boxing Day (December 26). Two buses will circulate in opposite directions to connect holiday shoppers and commuters to Saskatoon’s five malls, Midtown, Confederation, Lawson Heights, Centre and Market, bypassing the hassles of winter driving and busy parking lots.

Route Information:

  • Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays): 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
    • Service excludes December 27 and 28.
    • Regular fares apply.
  • Boxing Day (December 26): 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
    • Free fares apply.

To plan a trip, search Route 1225 in the Transit App or Google Maps Transit, or check out the route schedule on Saskatoon Transit’s website.

For more information, visit saskatoontransit.ca/jingebell.

Bus service to Blades vs Tigers

November 28, 2025 - 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 Friday, November 28, 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 21, 2025 - 6:00 am

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Saskatoon Transit will provide direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to SaskTel Centre for the following events this weekend:

Saskatoon Blades vs Swift Current Broncos 
Friday, November 21 at 7:00 p.m. 
Buses depart at:

  • 5:45 p.m.
  • 6:25 p.m.

Saskatoon Blades vs Brandon Wheat Kings
Saturday, November 22 at 7:00 p.m.
Buses depart at:

  • 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 Brad Paisley

November 14, 2025 - 6:00 am

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Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see Brad Paisley at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, November 15, 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 ($3.00 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.

Remembrance Day, November 11: Civic Services Update & Holiday Hours

November 10, 2025 - 7:12 am

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The City of Saskatoon will adjust several civic services and hours of operation in observance of Remembrance Day, Tuesday, November 11.

This update provides residents with key information to help plan ahead by staying informed about the City’s holiday hours and service changes.

Find details on everything residents need to know about what's open or closed, parking requirements, transit schedules - including information on Saskatoon Transit's free service (courtesy of RBC Royal Bank) to the Remembrance Day event at SaskTel Centre and much more here.

The City of Saskatoon respectfully acknowledges Remembrance Day as a solemn occasion to honor the courage and sacrifices of those who served. We thank our community for their understanding of adjusted holiday hours and services as together we pause to remember on November 11.

Visit saskatoon.ca for more information about City of Saskatoon  services and programs.

Saskatoon Transit wins national safety and security award

November 7, 2025 - 4:12 pm

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Saskatoon Transit is proud to announce that it received national recognition for its commitment to creating a safer environment for both employees and riders. The Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) presented Saskatoon Transit with the 2025 Corporate Award for Safety & Security for its Frontline Employee Safety public awareness campaign at its awards ceremony in Montreal on November 5, 2025.

Launched in collaboration with ATU Local 615 in 2024, the Frontline Employee Safety Plan introduced 19 initiatives to address workplace safety concerns and improve security across the transit system. A key component was a public awareness campaign featuring real frontline employees sharing their stories through videos, radio and ads. This authentic approach fostered empathy, strengthened community trust and promoted respect for transit workers.

Impact highlights

  • Generated more than 14 million impressions
  • Contributed to a sharp decline in operator assaults, from nine in the first half of 2024 to zero in the second.
  • Improved employee perceptions of safety and customer surveys showed rising confidence in transit safety.

This award underscores Saskatoon Transit’s leadership in safety innovation and its dedication to protecting those who keep our city moving.

CUTA is the national voice for urban transit in Canada, representing transit systems, municipalities and industry suppliers. Its awards program is regarded as the benchmark for excellence in the sector, celebrating organizations that set high standards for innovation, sustainability, safety and inclusivity.

For more information, visit cutaactu.ca/2025awards/ and watch campaign videos at saskatoontransit.ca/safety.

Ride free to the Remembrance Day Service with Saskatoon Transit

November 7, 2025 - 1:00 pm

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Courtesy of RBC Royal Bank, Saskatoon Transit will provide free service to the Remembrance Day event at SaskTel Centre on Tuesday, 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 8:45 a.m., with the final bus leaving at 10:05 a.m.
  • Market Mall:
    • Buses will depart the mall transit terminal at 9:45 a.m.
  • Centre Mall:
    • Buses will depart 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.

Special event bus service to SaskTel Centre this weekend

November 7, 2025 - 6:00 am

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Saskatoon Transit will provide direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to SaskTel Centre for the following events this weekend:

Saskatoon Blades vs Moose Jaw Warriors 
Friday, November 7 at 7:00 p.m. 
Buses depart at:

  • 5:45 p.m.
  • 6:25 p.m.

Saskatoon Blades vs Calgary Hitmen
Saturday, November 8 at 7:00 p.m.
Buses depart at:

  • 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.

UPDATE: Improved rider interactions highlight success of Transit safety measures: Committee Report

November 4, 2025 - 11:32 am

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Saskatoon Transit is issuing an update to this morning’s media release regarding the success of recent safety measures and improved rider interactions.

A technical issue was identified in the distributed version of the release, resulting in three tables being omitted from the mailed version. These tables contain key data referenced in the report.

The complete version of the release, including the three missing table graphics, is available online at: saskatoon.ca/news-releases.