The project timeline for Bus Rapid Transit in Saskatoon is going to be delayed. An information report to be presented to the Transportation Committee on Tuesday will outline the required extension, to ensure public engagement on the system will be in-depth, inclusive and accessible.

General Manager of Transportation and Construction, Terry Schmidt, says, “The BRT project was unexpectedly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.”

The launch date was originally planned for June of 2025, but now the plan is to launch in June of 2026. Schmidt says public feedback is required on several areas of the planning and construction of the BRT network. He expects that depending on pandemic restrictions and health order, these engagement opportunities will begin soon.