Ice roads in Northern Saskatchewan are finally open. An unusually warm start to the winter delayed roadwork on the Wollaston Lake and Stony Rapids to Fond du Lac ice road.
“Ice roads connect the north to the rest of the province, so people can travel for work, school and medical appointments,” Highways Minister Lori Carr said. “They also permit the transport of critical supplies like food and fuel. I’d like to thank the workers who build and maintain these routes for their friends and neighbours in northern communities.”
Ice roads ensure overland access to several northern communities, including Hatchet Lake, Black Lake, Fond du Lac, Stony Rapids and Uranium City.
Now that the roads have been built, crews will focus on maintaining these routes. They also monitor the condition and thickness of the ice to ensure the roads are safe to travel.
Travelers can check the status of ice roads on the Highway Hotline at saskatchewan.ca/highwayhotline.
Typically, ice roads open in mid-February and close at the end of March, weather permitting.