5 Important Fall Home Maintenance Tasks
September 28, 2025
Fall is here! Follow this checklist to get all of the basic fall home maintenance out of the way before the snow flies.
1. Clean Gutters
Cleaning the gutters can be a dirty and annoying task, but imagine leaving it until spring. What a mess that would be! Clogged gutters can lead to water overflowing from the...
How to Sign Up For SGI’s Autopay Feature
August 20, 2025
Autopay
Autopay is a monthly payment program that allows customers to pay their annual registration and insurance in 12 installments (not necessarily 12 months).
How to Sign Up
If you would like to sign up for Autopay, come into one of our three Motor License Issuing offices with a direct deposit form or void cheque from your bank....
Does Your Home Have Flood Insurance?
August 12, 2025
Flooding is the most common type of natural disaster in Canada, so you aren’t facing this challenge alone. Many homeowners live in flood-prone areas.
Homeowners and renters insurance typically doesn't cover flood damage. You’ll need to purchase a separate flood policy. Flood victims sometimes qualify for emergency relief, but insurance provides the best protection.
If you live in...
Safe Driving and Auto Maintenance Tips
July 3, 2025
You can’t control other people’s driving behavior, but you can control yours. Here are some tips to take on the road.
Safe driving habits
Stay focused
Don’t text, call, or do anything that takes your mind or eyes off the road.
Maintain safe distances
Keep a three-second gap or more between your vehicle and the one in front of you.
Wear...
Farm Plate Discount and Eligibility Explained
May 24, 2025
SGI offers a discount on vehicle plate premiums if the registered owner of the vehicle is a farmer, there are some requirements that differ depending on the type of farming being done. In this post we will go over what a Farm Discount gets you, the requirements that have to be met to qualify for...
Wildfire Preparedness | Is Your Insurance Prepared for a Wildfire?
May 16, 2025
Did you know that most wildfires are caused by the actions of individuals or companies, not lightning strikes or other natural causes? That means they can be prevented.
If you live in wildfire country, do you know how to reduce your risk? And if a wildfire does occur, are you prepared to navigate a claim?
Confirm your...
What Is Commercial General Liability Insurance?
April 28, 2025
Those commercials on TV for plaintiffs attorneys are a not-so-subtle reminder that we live in litigious society and that businesses must protect themselves from lawsuits. One essential protection for employers, both large and small, is commercial general liability (CGL) insurance. CGL covers the cost of claims when a business is sued by someone for bodily...
Insuring Your ATV & What You Need To Know
April 25, 2025
An ATV or All-Terrain Vehicle is a self-propelled vehicle that is designed for off-road use and includes vehicles such as mini-bikes, dirt bikes, all-terrain cycles, quads and off-road utility terrain vehicles.
In Saskatchewan, a person must be at least 16 years of age and hold a valid driver’s licence to operate an ATV in any public...
What Should You Do if You Have Ice Dams and How Do You Prevent Them?
February 2, 2025
An ice dam is a thick ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof. It prevents melting snow from draining off, forcing the melted water to seep underneath shingles. The water can leak into your home, damaging insulation, walls and ceilings.
Here are some suggestions from PBS’s This Old House and CAA Quebec...
