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Saskatchewan Roundabout Rules: Who Yields and Which Lane to Use

informational·how to guide·Published April 2, 2026

Who yields at a roundabout in Saskatchewan?

In Saskatchewan, traffic entering a roundabout must yield to traffic already in the roundabout, says the SGI Driver's Handbook. Use the right lane mainly if you will take the first available exit, and the left lane if you will go past the second exit. As you leave, turn on your right-turn signal to warn other drivers that you will exit.

Where the roundabout rules come from

The roundabout rules come from the "Roundabouts" part of section 3.19 of the SGI Driver's Handbook (2026-27). They are SGI guidance, because The Traffic Safety Act has no section on roundabouts. The yield-sign, lane, signalling and pedestrian rules in this guide also come from The Traffic Safety Act. This guide is current as of 2026. Confirm the rules with SGI (sgi.sk.ca) before you drive.

Who has the right of way in a roundabout?

Traffic already in the roundabout has the right of way. When you enter, you yield to it. The handbook gives the same rule in other words: in a roundabout, the vehicle on the right must yield to the vehicle on the left.

An all-way stop uses a different right-of-way rule. The guide to four-way stop rules in Saskatchewan explains it.

At a yield sign: go only when it is safe

Where a yield sign is posted, The Traffic Safety Act requires you to yield the right of way to other vehicles in or approaching the intersection. After you yield, you must not go until it is safe. You can practise this rule with the free question on who must yield when entering a roundabout.

Which lane to use in a roundabout

Which lane to use in a roundabout
Where you plan to exit	Lane SGI recommends
The first available exit	The right lane (mainly for this exit)
Past the second exit	The left lane

Is the roundabout lane advice a law?

No. SGI gives the lane choice as a recommendation for safety. For other lane choices, pick the lane that gives you the best vision. The firm rule comes from The Traffic Safety Act: drive as nearly as practicable entirely within one lane, and move to another lane only when it is safe.

How to drive through a roundabout: steps

1
Choose your lane before you enter
Pick the lane for your exit, as the table above shows.
2
Yield as you enter
Let traffic already in the roundabout go first, and watch for pedestrians who are crossing.
3
Stay in your lane
Keep within one lane as nearly as practicable. Change lanes only when it is safe.
4
Signal right to exit
Turn on your right-turn signal as you leave the roundabout.

Do you signal in a roundabout?

Yes, when you leave: the right-turn signal tells other drivers that you will exit. The Traffic Safety Act also requires a signal, for a sufficient distance, before you stop, abruptly reduce speed, turn or change lanes. So if you move from one lane to the other inside a two-lane roundabout, signal first, and do mirror and shoulder checks before you begin to move out of your lane.

Pedestrians at roundabout crossings

Follow the general pedestrian rules. As you approach an intersection, you must yield the right of way to any pedestrians who are crossing the street. You may not pass a vehicle that is stopped at an intersection to let pedestrians cross. In a hamlet, or in a municipality that is not a rural municipality (such as a city, town or village), the Act requires you to stop and yield to a crossing pedestrian when you approach an intersection or a clearly marked crosswalk where no peace officer is on duty and no traffic lights are operating. You always owe pedestrians due care. The free question on yielding to pedestrians at a crosswalk covers the passing rule.

Trucks and buses: give them room

The driver of a large truck or bus has difficulty turning sharp corners, particularly to the right. When you see one making a sharp right turn, give it the room it needs.
Avoid a large truck's "no-zone", the blind spots around the truck. If you cannot see the truck's mirrors, the truck driver cannot see you.
A large truck takes longer to stop than a car.
Do not cut in front of a large truck right after you pass it.

Key takeaways

Traffic entering a roundabout must yield to traffic already in it.
SGI recommends the right lane mainly for the first available exit, and the left lane if you will go past the second exit.
Use your right-turn signal when you leave the roundabout.
Give large trucks and buses room, and yield to pedestrians who are crossing.
Next step: practise right-of-way questions on the free Saskatchewan Class 7 practice test, in English only.

Saskatchewan roundabout rules: common questions

Where do I stop for a pedestrian at a crosswalk?

Stop before the crosswalk. It can be painted on the road, or it can be an imaginary extension of the sidewalk. Where the law requires you to stop for a pedestrian and the crosswalk is marked, stop on the near side of the intersection immediately before you enter the crosswalk. If there is a marked stop line on the near side, stop at that line.

Do people in wheelchairs or on mobility scooters count as pedestrians?

Yes. In the SGI Driver's Handbook, pedestrians include people in wheelchairs, motorized wheelchairs and medical scooters. Yield to them when they cross at an intersection, and do not pass a vehicle that has stopped to let them cross.

How do I share a roundabout with a cyclist?

Cyclists must obey the same rules of the road as other vehicles. Pass a cyclist like any other vehicle and give them room. Keep a safe following distance, because bicycles have no brake lights to warn you when they slow or stop.

What do I do if an ambulance or fire truck comes near a roundabout?

When an emergency vehicle with flashing lights or a siren approaches, drive at once as close as possible to the right edge of the road, and do not enter the next intersection until it has passed. If you are at an intersection, stop and let it through. If a peace officer gives you other directions, follow them.