Public transit
U-Pass
The U-Pass is a Saskatoon Transit bus pass that can be activated in PAWS and used with your smart phone.
For more information
- Undergraduate students: USSU U-Pass
- Graduate students: GSA U-Pass
Saskatoon Transit
Saskatoon Transit is Saskatoon's public bus transportation service provider. For information about university routes, schedules and fares, visit saskatoontransit.ca. Learn more about Saskatoon Transit's on-demand transit services.
You can store your bike on the racks attached to the front of all Saskatoon Transit busses.
- University routes
- Download the Transit app (iOS)
- Download the Transit app (Android)
- View the Transit app manual
Ride sharing and taxi services
There are a variety of taxi company options in Saskatoon. The ride-sharing service Uber is also available in the city.
Driving
International students
While we suggest that you obtain an international driver’s license before coming to Canada, international students with a study permit and a valid driver’s license from their home country can drive in Saskatchewan. Your license must be in English or accompanied by an official translation.
Parking
Student parking permits
You can apply for a parking spot in the Parking Sale channel in PAWS, and applications typically open in May and close at the end of August. If you are starting university in the Winter Term, please visit our website for more details.
If you live in Residence, you must also apply through the Parking Sale channel in PAWS—visit the Residence Parking page for more information.
Pay-per-visit parking lots
If you're parking for many hours or all day, parking lot 4 and the Stadium Parkade are the cheapest options. View a list of all pay-per-visit parking lots.
Parking meters at the Saskatoon campus
Download the PaybyPhone app for parking at Saskatoon campus meters. The app is a completely cashless solution, reminds you when your parking session is about to expire and even lets you extend your parking time from anywhere. Available on Apple and Android.