Weir

• Pelicans return to Saskatoon, just in time for spring snowfall to hit

  The pelicans are back in Saskatoon, ready to spend their summer fishing and enjoying the warm weather. The snow about to hit Saskatoon will not spoil the fun.

  Weather

  Apr 17, 2023
  
• 1st pelican of 2019 touches down on South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon

  The first pelican of 2019 to land between the weir and CPR Bridge was spotted by the Saskatoon Nature Society on April 17.

  Canada

  Apr 22, 2019
  
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• Saskatoon Fire Department issues reminder to always be cautious near river

  The Saskatoon Fire Department says boaters should practice what to do in the event of an emergency before going on the South Saskatchewan River.

  Canada

  Jun 22, 2018
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• Pelicans arrive in Saskatoon

  The nearest nesting colony is Redberry Lake and the pelicans spotted at the weir make the 160 kilometre round-trip daily.

  Canada

  Apr 19, 2018
• Trees needed to be removed for trail expansion: Meewasin Valley Authority

  Meewasin Valley Authority officials said trees needed to be removed for the trail upgrade project.

  Canada

  Apr 19, 2017
• City of Saskatoon exploring feasibility of weir hydropower station

  A hydropower station at the weir on the South Saskatchewan River could power up to 3,500 homes in Saskatoon.

  Canada

  Mar 9, 2017
• Don Atchison wants to generate power from garbage and the Saskatoon weir

  A hydropower project at the weir and power generation from waste are among Don Atchison's ideas. He also considers solar energy a source of opportunity.

  Politics

  Sep 27, 2016
• Inflatable watercraft to perform rescues on South Saskatchewan River

  A nearly unsinkable watercraft will help the Saskatoon Fire Department make water rescues around the weir on the South Saskatchewan River.

  Canada

  Aug 6, 2015