City of Regina’s Gopher Control Program Begins This Week  

The City of Regina is committed to responsibly controlling pests to help ensure public spaces remain safe and accessible for all. An overpopulation of gophers can be a nuisance and create holes that pose safety hazards for residents and pets, particularly in parks and athletic fields.

As the 2025 Gopher Control Program gets underway, the City wants residents to be aware of where this work is taking place and to take necessary precautions. Residents are advised to avoid these marked areas, especially when walking with children or pets. The City strongly encourages pet owners to keep dogs leashed and steer clear of treated zones.

The City will apply Rozol RTU, a product approved for use by Health Canada, to selected rough turf areas such as storm channels, roadways and railway buffer zones. The product will not be used in the City’s athletic fields or traditional park spaces.

Thirty-two areas have been identified for treatment this year and will be marked with yellow signs. City crews will monitor these sites daily for several weeks following the pest control application to ensure safety and effectiveness. Signs will remain in place until staff confirm that the site is clear of the product and gopher activity is under control.

Spring is the most effective time for application as gophers emerge from their burrows in search of food. The program begins this week and will continue over the next several weeks.

The City is committed to keeping residents updated on this work. For more information on the Gopher Control program and the City’s integrated pest control management strategy, visit Regina.ca/Pests.