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Climat
Le climat de Saskatoon est généralement sec et ensoleillé. Winter temperatures vary from -18oC to -30oC (-0,3oF to -22oF). En hiver, les chutes de neige suffisent à encourager différents sports d'hiver. Summer daytime temperatures range from 20oC to 35oC (68oF to 95oF). Evenings are cool, generally requiring a light sweater or jacket. Average annual rainfall of 265 mm ensures lush gardens, parks, and golf courses.
Heure
Saskatoon observes Central Standard Time year round and does not participate in Daylight Savings Time.
Currency
The currency system is based on Canadian dollars and cents (CAD). La devise américaine peut être changée dans n'importe quelle banque, caisse de crédit ou compagnie fiduciaire. In a pinch, most businesses accept U.S. currency at the current exchange rate.
Taxe sur les ventes
A Federal Sales Tax of 5% is levied on all goods and services. A Provincial Sales Tax of 5% is assessed on all goods with the exception of food, restaurant meals and children's clothing.
Lois concernant les boissons alcooliques
L'âge minimum de consommation d'alcool est fixé en Saskatchewan à 19 ans. Les alcools, bières et vins sont vendus dans des régies des alcools et des magasins de bières et de vins en différents lieux de la ville. Les restaurants paient une licence pour servir des boissons alcooliques.
Usage du tabac
La Ville de Saskatoon est une ville non-fumeur; tous les lieux publics et les clubs privés sont par conséquent non-fumeur, ce qui inclut les bars, les boîtes de nuit, les salles de quilles, les clubs privés et les restaurants. Par ailleurs, il est interdit de fumer dans les espaces assis extérieurs associés à ces établissements ou dans les tentes provisoires des événements publics.
Electricity
Electrical outlets in Saskatoon provide the same current as the rest of Canada and the United States - 110 volts (60 cycles). Overseas travellers are advised to use an adapter with their small appliances if they are designed for a different standard.
Entry into Canada
Appropriate documentation ensures that the traveller will be able to enter Canada and plays an integral part in their return. As of June 1, 2009, a passport or other approved secure travel document is required for all travel between the US and Canada. Visitors from all ither countries must be in possession of a valid national passport and may also require a visa.
Informations sur les passeports, les frais et les délais de traitement
Informations sur les conditions et obligations de voyage
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Sociétés de transport
The many international, national, provincial connections as well as the geographic location of Saskatoon give it one of its nicknames - The Hub City. Click here to find a list of transportation companies that will get you out to - and around Saskatoon!
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Cartes
The map section of our website provides users with an interactive map displaying great information on local shopping, attractions and facilities as well as the locations of services such as hospitals, visitor information and bus depots. Click here to view the interactive map. Keep checking back for updated information and new member organizations!
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Quick Facts
About Saskatoon:
- Located in central Saskatchewan, Canada on the South Saskatchewan River.
- The name "Saskatoon" comes from the Cree word “misâskwatômina”, which refers to the sweet, violet-coloured berry that grows in the area.
- Popularly described as the "Bridge City", for its seven river crossings.
- Has more hours of sunshine annually than any other major Canadian city.
- Is Saskatchewan's largest city with an estimated population of 260 600 (CMA 2011) and growing.
- Known for its beautiful parkland setting and accented by the natural splendour of the South Saskatchewan River.
Check out the Did You Know? section of our website for more fun facts about Saskatoon.
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