REGINA — Regina is combating damage in outdoor spaces caused by gophers.
On Wednesday, the city announced it’s launching the 2026 Gopher Control Program this week.
“Gophers cause damage to our parks that is expensive to repair and that can make our outdoor space less enjoyable for residents,” said Russell Eirich, City of Regina director of open space services.
As the program gets underway, yellow warning signs will be posted in affected areas. The signs indicate where crews are working and where gopher control treatment has taken place.
Residents should avoid these areas, and pet owners are asked to keep their dogs on leashes as small holes and mounds can pose safety hazards.
The city says 42 locations will be treated in 2026. Each location will be monitored daily for weeks, with signs remaining until poison no longer remains present and gopher activity is under control.
For the program, the city utilizes Rozol RTU, approved by Health Canada in select areas, including storm channels, roadways and railway buffer zones.
No chemicals will be used in park spaces or athletic fields.
The city noted spring is the best time to manage gophers as activity begins to increase after winter.
“Early treatment in rough turf areas helps prevent gopher populations from spreading into maintained turf and sport fields later in the summer,” said the city.
The program will continue for the next few weeks. More information can be found here
