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Quiet Hours & Noise Rules in Saskatoon (Metro), Saskatchewan
Confirm quiet hours, decibel limits, construction schedules, and reporting steps so you can keep the peace in your neighbourhood.
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Default quiet hours: Most residential activities that generate noise (e.g., lawn/garden equipment, construction/repair) are prohibited 22:00-07:00 on weekdays and 22:00-09:00 on Sundays/statutory holidays.
Weekends/holidays: 22:00-09:00 (Sun/statutory holidays) for lawn/garden equipment and construction/repair; Saturday night follows weekday rule (22:00-07:00 overnight).
Construction weekdays: 07:00-22:00 (audible construction/repair prohibited 22:00-07:00, except emergencies).
Construction weekends: Saturday 07:00-22:00; Sunday/statutory holidays 09:00-22:00 (audible construction/repair prohibited 22:00-09:00).
Saskatoon’s Noise Bylaw No. 8244 uses a reasonableness standard with specific time-of-day rules for certain activities: lawn/garden equipment and construction/repair are restricted overnight (10:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m., or until 9:00 a.m. on Sundays/holidays). Vehicle exhaust is capped at 101.3 dB.
Residential quiet hours
Most residential activities that generate noise (e.g., lawn/garden equipment, construction/repair) are prohibited 22:00-07:00 on weekdays and 22:00-09:00 on Sundays/statutory holidays.
Weekends & holidays: 22:00-09:00 (Sun/statutory holidays) for lawn/garden equipment and construction/repair; Saturday night follows weekday rule (22:00-07:00 overnight).
Decibel limits
Qualitative limits enforced
Measured inside receiving residence.
Construction hours
07:00-22:00 (audible construction/repair prohibited 22:00-07:00, except emergencies).
Weekends: Saturday 07:00-22:00; Sunday/statutory holidays 09:00-22:00 (audible construction/repair prohibited 22:00-09:00).
Lawn equipment
07:00-22:00 weekdays; 09:00-22:00 Sundays/statutory holidays (residential districts).
Includes gas-powered blowers, mowers, trimmers.
Party & music rules
Using amplification that is plainly audible and unreasonably disturbs others is prohibited; for outdoor public events, amplification is limited to set windows (Mon-Thu 11:00-21:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-22:00; Sun/holidays 13:00-18:00) unless extended by City approval.
Typical fines
Individuals: minimum $100 (first), $200 (second), $400 (third+), up to $10,000; corporations up to $25,000; continuing offences accrue per day. Engine-brake offences have a $250 minimum.
First offense: ~$100 (varies by case)
Noise enforcement & reporting
Call or report via Active disturbances: Saskatoon Police non-emergency (306-975-8300). For bylaw follow-up or non-urgent issues: City Bylaw Compliance (phone/online).. Provide dates, times, and source details so dispatchers can prioritise the call. Anonymous complaints are accepted but detailed contact information helps with follow-up.
- Document the issue (record short clips, note times, and track duration for at least two nights if possible).
- Share a polite note with the neighbour or property manager. See the message templates below.
- Submit a complaint via https://www.saskatoon.ca/city-hall/city-bylaws-policies/report-bylaw-concern or call Active disturbances: Saskatoon Police non-emergency (306-975-8300). For bylaw follow-up or non-urgent issues: City Bylaw Compliance (phone/online).. Ask for the incident number for reference.
- If the noise continues, follow up with enforcement referencing the incident number. Keep your documentation for any tribunal or landlord board filings.
Ready-to-send messages
Neighbour note
Hi — just a quick note about late noise. Saskatoon restricts lawn equipment and construction 10 pm-7 am (to 9 am on Sundays/holidays), and amplified sound can’t unreasonably disturb neighbours. Could we keep things down overnight? Thanks!
Landlord / property manager
Hello, we’re experiencing recurring noise from [unit/address]. Under Saskatoon’s Noise Bylaw 8244, construction/repair and power equipment are restricted overnight (22:00-07:00; to 09:00 Sundays/holidays), and unreasonable amplified sound is prohibited. Please assist with compliance; I have a brief log and recordings if needed.
Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.
Official bylaw source
Source: City of Saskatoon — Noise Bylaw, 2003 (Bylaw No. 8244, consolidated)
This summary reflects updates verified on . Always confirm with the latest municipal notices before acting.
Tips for quieter living
- If the noise source is a party or active disturbance, call SPS non-emergency while it’s occurring; officers may require a witness statement for charges.
- For construction outside allowed windows, note address, contractor, and exact times; attach short clips.
- Outdoor event amplification beyond the standard windows needs City approval—ask for the permit/approval details.
Frequently asked questions
Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.