Help Redesign Saskatoon's Bus Network
Official title: Re-designing Saskatoon's Bus Network
Saskatoon is redesigning its entire bus network to work with the new Link rapid transit system. The city wants to know what matters most to you: fewer transfers, shorter wait times, or closer bus stops. Right now, routes focus on coverage—reaching everywhere but with longer waits. The new design would shift toward more frequent service on busy corridors.
Why This Matters
Take the bus in Saskatoon? This will change your daily commute. You might walk farther to a stop, but wait less for a bus. Off-peak riders could finally get reliable service outside rush hour. The trade-offs affect everyone differently—students, shift workers, seniors.
What Could Change
Bus routes across Saskatoon would be completely redrawn. Some neighbourhoods may lose direct routes but gain more frequent service. OnDemand service could expand to lower-ridership areas. The network would integrate with the new Link rapid transit lines.
Key Issues
- Should the network prioritize fewer transfers or more frequent service?
- How should the city balance coverage to all areas versus faster service on busy routes?
- Should transit service extend beyond peak hours for more equitable access?
How to Participate
- Review the route typologies and network design principles to understand the proposed changes.
- Read the Bus Network Redesign Strategy presented to the Transportation Committee.