York Road Reconstruction

The City of Yorkton has partnered with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure (part of the Urban Highway Connector Program) for the reconstruction of York Road from Gladstone Avenue to Highway 9.

Phases 1, 2, and 3 are now complete, and the roadway will be open from Highway 9 to Second Avenue North.

Phase 4 is starting in the spring of 2024 (April 1st, 2024). This phase is expected to take approximately two and half months to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Road closures along York Road are now from First Avenue North to Myrtel Avenue, with a detour in place on Second Avenue for local traffic and vehicles accessing businesses along York Road.

Large equipment and traffic looking to access Highway 16 towards Saskatoon, can follow our Heavy Vehicle and Dangerous Goods Route Map.

Phase 4 & 5 Local Access Road Closure and Detour Map

Proposed Project Includes:

  • Complete road reconstruction in two phases including new road surface / structure and new curbing.
  • Drainage upgrades to the Victoria Avenue crossing, including ditch improvements, upgrading culverts, upgrading crossing under York Road (this was called “North-Central Drainage Channel Upgrades” in the Flood Mitigation Presentation to Council in January 2017).
  • Sanitary sewer upgrades (approximately 1,100 meters of new pipe).
  • Storm sewer upgrades (approximately 2,000 meters of new pipe).

The estimated cost for this project is $16,800,000

How to get engaged:

  • Post questions you may have on our Q&A section.

The City of Yorkton has partnered with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure (part of the Urban Highway Connector Program) for the reconstruction of York Road from Gladstone Avenue to Highway 9.

Phases 1, 2, and 3 are now complete, and the roadway will be open from Highway 9 to Second Avenue North.

Phase 4 is starting in the spring of 2024 (April 1st, 2024). This phase is expected to take approximately two and half months to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Road closures along York Road are now from First Avenue North to Myrtel Avenue, with a detour in place on Second Avenue for local traffic and vehicles accessing businesses along York Road.

Large equipment and traffic looking to access Highway 16 towards Saskatoon, can follow our Heavy Vehicle and Dangerous Goods Route Map.

Phase 4 & 5 Local Access Road Closure and Detour Map

Proposed Project Includes:

  • Complete road reconstruction in two phases including new road surface / structure and new curbing.
  • Drainage upgrades to the Victoria Avenue crossing, including ditch improvements, upgrading culverts, upgrading crossing under York Road (this was called “North-Central Drainage Channel Upgrades” in the Flood Mitigation Presentation to Council in January 2017).
  • Sanitary sewer upgrades (approximately 1,100 meters of new pipe).
  • Storm sewer upgrades (approximately 2,000 meters of new pipe).

The estimated cost for this project is $16,800,000

How to get engaged:

  • Post questions you may have on our Q&A section.
  • York Road Construction Project: September Update

    Phase 5 of the York Road construction project is now approximately 85% complete!

    Here's the latest progress:

    Concrete Work: has been successfully wrapped up.

    Upcoming Work:

    The base material is scheduled to be finished by the week of September 30 and commence paving later in the week. Weโ€™re on track!

    Finish clean-up and landscaping tasks.

    Line painting will follow promptly after the paving is complete, ensuring clear, safe driving lanes.

    The above is all weather dependent.

  • York Road Reconstruction - Phase 5

    Weโ€™re halfway there! Phase 5 of the York Road project is approximately 50% complete. Our team has made great strides, with 75% of the roadway excavation and subgrade shaping already finished.

  • York Road Construction Update Phase 4 and 5

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    Phase 4: We are pleased to report that we have achieved 99% completion on the project. The final touches are currently in progress, with line painting scheduled to begin on Tuesday, August 6th. We are excited to announce that Phase 4 will officially open on Wednesday, August 7th.

    However, please note that if inclement weather prevents the completion of the painting, the road will not open as planned on Wednesday.

    Phase 5:

    A new detour will be implemented, directing traffic to Myrtle Ave from York Road.

    Progress is steady at approximately 30% completion. We're aiming for a full finish by September 30th. Stay tuned for more updates.

    Thank you for your continued support and patience as we work diligently to improve our community infrastructure. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!

    Follow along with York Road construction progress by receiving alerts by text, email, phone call or through the Voyent Alert app for construction projects and road closures affecting you. Visit yorkton.ca/voyentalert to learn how to sign up.

  • Important Road Closure Update July 19, 2024

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    There will be a **๐˜๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐—ฐ๐—น๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ ๐—ฅ๐—ผ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ** between 5th Avenue and 2nd Avenue.

    This closure will begin on **๐—™๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜†, ๐—๐˜‚๐—น๐˜† ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿต ๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ป๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ป** and last until **๐—ฆ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜†, ๐—๐˜‚๐—น๐˜† ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿญ ๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ป๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ป**.

    ๐Ÿ”„ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ฒ๐˜€ to detour routes and signage will be in effect, during this time.


    Detour Map


    We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

    Follow along with York Road construction progress by receiving alerts by text, email, phone call or through the Voyent Alert app for construction projects and road closures affecting you. Visit yorkton.ca/voyentalert to learn how to sign up.


  • York Road Reconstruction - Phase 5

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    Phase 4 is 80% complete, completion of this phase is expected as soon as possible, but recent weather has caused some delays. Phase 5 of the York Road Reconstruction will begin Monday, July 8, 2024.

    Road Closures along York Road will be extended from First Avenue North to Gladstone Avenue North, with a detour in place on Second Avenue North for local traffic and vehicles accessing business along York Road.

    Phase 4 & 5 Local Access Road Closure and Detour Map

    Phase 5 is expected to take approximately three months, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

    Large equipment and traffic looking to access Highway 16 towards Saskatoon, can follow our

    Heavy Vehicle and Dangerous Goods Route Map

    Receive alerts by text, email, phone call or through the Voyent Alert app for construction projects and road closures affecting you. Visit yorkton.ca/voyentalert to learn how to sign up.

  • York Road Phase 4 - Update Wednesday, July 3, 2024

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    Phase 4 of the York Road Reconstruction is approximately 80% complete.

    This phase included some of the largest and most significant infrastructure improvements of the entire project, some of the major improvements included a

    • Key drainage channel on the north end of the City; and
    • Large box culverts were installed across York Road to improve stormwater removal from many inner City areas.

    There were some challenges due to the CN railโ€™s proximity to one of the Cityโ€™s largest drainage structures. Where large-diameter culverts and sanitary sewers had to be installed underneath the existing railway. The sanitary sewer under the main rail crossing had to be directionally drilled to allow rail traffic during construction.

    Completion is expected as soon as possible, but recent wet weather has caused some delays. The remaining roadway work is expected to be completed in the next couple of weeks, weather permitting.

    Receive alerts by text, email, phone call, or through the Voyent Alert app for construction projects and road closures affecting you. Visit yorkton.ca/voyentalert to learn how to sign up.

    Note: Check out panoramic videos on the side right side of the project page.











  • York Road Reconstruction Phase 4 Road Closures and Detours - Update Monday, March 25, 2024

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    Phase 4 of the York Road Reconstruction will begin Monday, April 1st, 2024.

    Road Closures along York Road will be extended from First Avenue North to Victoria Avenue, with a detour in place on Third Avenue North for local traffic and vehicles accessing business along York Road.

    Phase 4 Local Access Road Closure and Detour Map

    Phase 4 is expected to take approximately two and a half months, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

    Large equipment and traffic looking to access Highway 16 towards Saskatoon, can follow our Heavy Vehicle and Dangerous Goods Route Map

    Receive alerts by text, email, phone call or through the Voyent Alert app for construction projects and road closures affecting you. Visit yorkton.ca/voyentalert to learn how to sign up.

  • York Road Reconstruction Phase 4 - Update

    Phases 2 and 3 of the York Road Reconstruction project are now complete, and the roadway is fully open for the winter season.

    There will be a temporary transition to help navigate traffic between the completed portion of the road and the road to be completed during phase 4, coming up in 2024.

    Phase 4 is expected to start in the spring of 2024, and it is anticipated to be completed by the fall of 2024, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

    Traffic Control York Road/1 Avenue

    Eastbound view of York Road (Below)

    Westbound view of York Road (Below)

  • Phase 2 & 3 Update

    Phases 2 and 3 of the York Road Reconstruction project is now underway. Phase 1 is complete, and the roadway is open from Highway 9 to Seventh Avenue North.

    Road closures along York Road are extended to First Avenue North, with a detour in place on Imperial Street for local traffic and vehicles accessing businesses along York Road.

    Phases 2 and 3 are expected to take approximately three months to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

    Large equipment and traffic looking to access Highway 16 towards Saskatoon, can follow our Heavy Vehicle and Dangerous Goods Route Map.

    Phase 2 and 3 Local Access Road Closure and Detour Map

  • York Road Reconstruction Phase 2

    Phase 2 of the York Road Reconstruction project is now underway. Phase 1A is complete, but the roadway will not be open to traffic for approximately two weeks, until Phase 1B is complete.

    Road closures along York Road are extended to 4th Avenue North, with a detour in place on Imperial Street for local traffic and vehicles accessing businesses along York Road.

    Temporary roadway access has been made to Heartland Livestock, Leonโ€™s Manufacturing, and Nutrien AG Solutions as they begin work on Phase 2 of the project.

    Phase 2 is expected to take approximately three months to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.