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As students across Saskatchewan eagerly return to school this week, SGI, in partnership with the Regina Police Service and the Saskatchewan School Boards Association, is reminding for driversto slow down and stay alert in school zones. JP Cullen, Chief Operating Officer of the Auto Fund,said this in a release. “Heading back to school is an […]

In June, law enforcement in Saskatchewan reported 516 impaired driving offences, according to SGI.   These included 335 administrative suspensions and 181 Criminal Code charges. There were also 630 distracted driving tickets, 3,646 tickets for speeding or aggressive driving, and 340 tickets for seatbelt and car seat offences.  SGI encourages everyone to plan their safe ride […]

It’s that time already. Country Thunder Saskatchewan has arrived and ready to rock the valley north of Regina. It’s going to be a moderately warm weekend with temperatures of 26 degrees Celsius up to 30 degrees expected according to the most recent Precision Weather forecast. Country Thunder organizers remind festival-goers to drink plenty of water […]

We are one game into the CFL season, with the Riders playing Game Number Two on the road in Hamilton this Sunday. The following Sunday, June 23rd, Rider faithful will flood to the holy land of Mosaic Stadium for the home opener. The Saskatchewan Roughriders and Saskatchewan Government Insurance are working together to make sure […]

Saskatchewan Highway Patrol (SHP) and SGI inspectors removed over 100 vehicles from the roadways during a 72-hour campaign to identify mechanical issues on provincial highways.  Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) inspectors conducted 332 vehicle checks at the Langham Weigh Scale from May 13-16 as part of the North American organization’s Roadcheck initiative. The results included […]

Every year, without fail, Regina witnesses a troubling phenomenon: citizens, unaware of flooded underpasses after storms, find themselves in precarious situations with their cars submerged. This yearly occurrence happens at two of the cities underpasses. One on Albert Street, the other on Broad Street. It’s a scenario that has prompted concern and calls for action […]

This weekend marks 4/20, and SGI is reminding residents that if they are participating in any sort of “celebration,” they should make plans to make it home safely. SGI says that the number of drug-related suspensions is significantly higher than it was three years ago.  Canadian police have roadside oral fluid testing devices they can […]

March is Fraud Prevention Month, so SGI highlighted some of the more memorable claims that its Special Investigation Unit examined. In 2023, SGI’s Special Investigation Unit investigated 481 claims. Of those, 263 were fraudulent, with an approximate total of $5.9 million. Here’s a look at four of SUI’s notable cases Decoy for a Vehicle Theft […]

In a bid to curb dangerous driving behaviors, Saskatchewan introduces stringent penalties for stunting, street racing, and high-speed offences effective May 1. Motorists caught engaging in these activities will now face a 30-day vehicle impoundment and an immediate seven-day license suspension, in addition to heightened fines implemented in 2022. Minister Responsible for SGI, Dustin Duncan, […]

The City of Regina is announcing its “Red Light” cameras in the city will be looking for more than people who “run the red”. The cameras will also be looking for drivers who fail to make a complete stop, before turning right on a red light. “Through the expansion of the Red Light Safety Program, […]