Should 8th Street East Get an Overpass or Underpass at the CPKC Railway?

Official title: CPKC Rail Grade Separation on 8th Street East

Closed Community Planning Housing & Communities Transportation
Saskatoon is deciding whether to build an overpass or underpass where 8th Street East crosses the CPKC railway tracks. The city has already gathered public feedback in two rounds of engagement and is now presenting the final report to council. This project is about choosing the design approach—actual construction would come later.

Why This Matters

Drive on 8th Street East? You know the frustration of waiting for trains. A grade separation means no more stopping for rail crossings. It could also improve safety and reduce traffic backups in the area.

What Could Change

The city will decide between building an overpass (road goes over the tracks) or an underpass (road goes under). This decision shapes future construction plans and budgets. The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation is reviewing the final report on February 3, 2026.

Key Issues

  • Should the grade separation be an overpass or an underpass?
  • What design considerations matter most to residents?

How to Participate

  1. Review the final consultant report to see the recommended design and engagement findings.
  2. The Standing Policy Committee on Transportation will consider the report on February 3, 2026. View the meeting agenda for details.
  3. Contact the project team at gradeseparationproject@saskatoon.ca with any questions.

Events

Date Event Location
February 3, 2026 2:00 PM Standing Policy Committee on Transportation Meeting Council Chamber, City Hall

What Happened

Two rounds of public engagement were completed. Round 1 (February-March 2025) gathered feedback on proposed design options. Round 2 (June 2025) collected input on the recommended option. The final consultant report is now being presented to the Standing Policy Committee on Transportation for consideration on February 3, 2026.

Key Documents