Cutting a Cheque: SGI invests $5.6 million into auto extrication training for fire departments
Regina, Saskatchewan — Saskatchewan Government Insurance is investing in the only kind of “chopping” that this publication will endorse—announcing that $5.6 million is on the way to local fire departments for new auto extrication equipment and training. In its press release, SGI said the objectives behind the investment are to fund the delivery of training […]
Rates and Rebates in Regina: SGI rebalancing insurance rates, battling scammers in rebate process
Regina, Saskatchewan — Saskatchewan drivers may see changes in their auto insurance rates starting tomorrow, as SGI has revenue-neutral rate rebalancing scheduled for the first of the month. SGI says the rebalancing will not cause any change in revenue to the provincial Auto Fund, but will see 49 percent of customers receiving a decrease in […]
Without a Trace: Saskatchewan driver claims dream car missing, shows SGI stock photo as ‘proof’
Regina, Saskatchewan — There are plenty of ways drivers go about getting their dream cars. Some take the old-fashioned route and save their hard-earned cash; others bite the bullet and spontaneously pick up their dream vehicle hours after reading the Kijiji post. You could trade vehicles with a buddy or restore a classic to modern […]
Peaks in the Prairies: SGI sees increased claims volumes
Regina, Saskatchewan — Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) is working through a period of increased claims volumes thanks to an active storm season in the Prairies. According to an email distributed by the Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers (SAAR), the claims volumes over the last six-to-eight weeks have been above average. “Although the claim operations team […]
SAAR goes to the spa: Tickets on sale for 2022 SAAR Spring Conference
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan — Tickets are on sale for the Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers’ (SAAR) 2022 Spring Conference, set for the second week of March in Moose Jaw. Set to kick off on the morning of March 12, attendees of this year’s annual general meeting can expect to hear from influential auto industry names […]
Help with Hail: SGI hosting hail forum this Wednesday
Regina, Saskatchewan — Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) will be hosting a virtual forum for facilities affected by the August 31/September 1 hail storm that impacted Assiniboia, Moose Jaw, Regina and Yorkton. The forum will take place here, virtually, beginning at 3 p.m. CT. The insurer said both bodyshops and paintless dent repair (PDR) companies are […]
Time for a Chit Chat: SGI to seek collision centre feedback at Dec. 2 Town Hall
Estevan, Saskatchewan — Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) will be hosting a Town Hall this Thursday, December 2 at the Western Star All Suites in Estevan from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. During the meeting, SGI will seek feedback in two areas: what the public insurer should expect from a high-performance collision centre, and what a […]
Winter Wisdom: SGI winter driver tips following first major snowfall of the season
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan — The first signs of winter have hit the prairies and representatives from SGI are reminding Saskatchewan drivers to take a little extra care and be prepared for anything this season. As Saskatoon wrestles with the 8 centimetres of snow it received over the course of Wednesday and Thursday, Saskatchewan Government Insurance’s (SGI) […]
No Stunting in Sask: Saskatchewan allows immediate suspension for stunt drivers
Regina, Saskatchewan — The government of Saskatchewan has announced that they are tightening up The Traffic Safety Act in order to allow police to immediately suspend driver’s licences and impound vehicles if a driver is charged with stunting, racing, or excessive speeding. “This is the first step in strengthening the penalties for stunting and racing […]
Holy Hail: Regina’s summer hailstorm spurs $90 million in claims, 11,000 auto claims
Regina, Saskatchewan — An Aug. 31 hailstorm that pummeled the Regina, Sask. area has resulted in 11,004 auto claims, according to Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI). In the city of Regina alone, SGI received 8,390 auto claims. Thus far, total damages calculated will likely cost more than $90 million, says SGI. Jonathan Bergen, the owner of […]
