“Saskatoon committee to weigh expropriating land for BRT stations”

Key points

• City administration recommends expropriating six land parcels for BRT platforms.
• Sites are on 22nd Street West and 8th Street East, each 30-57 m².
• Talks with owners began in 2024; 10 properties bought, five more expected.
• Some owners remain unresponsive or unwilling to sell; safety and parking concerns cited.
• Final decision rests with city council after potential further meetings this November.