Downtown Saskatoon Business Improvement District is excited to introduce the Downtown Saskatoon Gift Card, a new shop‑local initiative designed to support merchants, inspire local spending, and make it easy for residents, visitors, and companies to invest in the heart of the city.
With the Downtown Saskatoon Gift Card, you’re free to curate your own experience -your way. It’s an invitation to explore downtown on your terms, unlocking a world of vibrant flavours, unique shops, inspiring arts, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re discovering a new favourite spot or revisiting a beloved local gem, the Gift Card gives you the freedom to choose your own adventure and immerse yourself in the diverse energy that makes downtown come alive.
Launching just in time for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, the Downtown Saskatoon Gift Card is a physical or digital card redeemable at a growing list of participating restaurants and lounges, retailers, hotels, salons, services, and entertainment venues throughout the district. Cards can be purchased in person at the Downtown Saskatoon office or online via the Downtown Saskatoon website (www.dtnyxe.ca), with digital delivery available for instant gifting.
The new program builds on the momentum of corporate and community interest in supporting local businesses and provides a streamlined, flexible way to keep dollars circulating in the city’s core.
A Stronger Downtown Through Local Support
Shawna Nelson, Executive Director of Downtown Saskatoon Business Improvement District, says the Gift Card is arriving at exactly the right moment:
“We’re thrilled to bring the Downtown Saskatoon Gift Card to life for our businesses and our community. Our district is home to an incredible range of local entrepreneurs, and now more than ever, choosing local matters. Downtown is the front door to our city - when it thrives, our whole city thrives. This Gift Card is a simple, powerful way for people to support the businesses that make Saskatoon unique. I can’t wait to see these cards being used to keep our community strong.”
Merchants Welcome the New Program
Long‑standing and new businesses alike are embracing the Gift Card as a tool to attract customers, increase visibility, and encourage exploration of the district.
Joy Friesen, owner of Etceteras, says the program will help introduce a new generation of shoppers to downtown:
“Local support is what has kept us going for more than three decades. This Gift Card will spark new interest and bring fresh faces through our doors. Downtown Saskatoon has such a diverse group of merchants, and I’m excited to see the first card used. It’s a great way to shine a light on the businesses that make our district special.”
Dave MacIntosh, owner of Cut Casual Steak & Tap, sees the Gift Card as a catalyst for creating memorable experiences:
“The Downtown Saskatoon Gift Card is a fantastic way to encourage people to come downtown and rediscover what our district has to offer. You can curate an entire night out - dinner, a movie, maybe a hotel stay, and breakfast the next morning - all with one card. It’s a perfect gift for anyone and any occasion, and every purchase helps revitalize our downtown.”
A Gift That Helps Shape the City’s Core
The Downtown Saskatoon Gift Card is more than a present for the recipient - it’s a direct investment in the entrepreneurs, creators, and service providers who shape the city’s core. Whether used for personal gifting, employee incentives, client appreciation, or corporate rewards, the card keeps spending local and strengthens the economic resilience of the district.
To celebrate the launch, every $100 Gift Card purchase enters the buyer into a draw for one of four $150 Downtown Saskatoon Gift Cards, offering even more ways to enjoy the district. See terms and conditions. The prize draw closes on the May 31st 2026 at 23:59.
Easy to Buy, Easy to Use
About the Downtown Saskatoon Gift Card
The Downtown Saskatoon Gift Card is powered by Miconex in partnership with EML Payments, the same technology provider behind successful Downtown Gift Card programs across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.
The Downtown Saskatoon Gift Card is issued by Peoples Trust Company. Card funds are not insured by the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) or any other government deposit insurer or agency. Funds do not expire, are non‑reloadable, and have no cash access. For Cardholder Agreement or Customer Service: www.getmybalance.com or 1‑833‑558‑1108.