Encampment conflict paused due to 'aggressive protest,' city says

LOCAL NEWS Encampment conflict paused due to ‘aggressive protest,’ city says Protestors and city officials butted heads Thursday as the fire department tried to erect fencing around a Saskatoon tent encampment. David Fineday and Tyler Rabbitskin sit on a blanket with Saskatoon Fire Department officials as they discuss what would happen at an encampment across from Station 20 West. (Michelle Berg / Saskatoon StarPhoenix) By Brody Langager September 24, 2026 at 4:49 p.m. Last Updated: September 24, 2026 at 4:52 p.m. READ NEXT LOCAL NEWS Throwback Thursday: Time capsule buried during Century Saskatoon event in 1983 On this day in 1983, Saskatoon dignitaries buried a time capsule as part of the wrap-up of Century Saskatoon celebrations. LOCAL NEWS 'Beautiful' winter weather could stretch out Saskatoon construction season Several major projects are still ongoing, with Wanuskewin Road expected to be closed until the end of October. LOCAL NEWS City should seek provincial aid after flood damage: report The criteria to be eligible for this program is for there to be one claim that exceeds $5,000 or to have multiple claims exceeding $25,000.