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...
How A Change In Occupancy Impacts Your Insurance
January 25, 2025
One of the most important changes that can happen to a home is an occupancy change. Many people don’t realize that if insurance companies aren’t notified of the change in occupancy within 30 days of it happening, their policy may no longer be active, and can indeed be voided. That is why it is very...
9 Most Common Risks Hotel Owners Face
January 15, 2025
Owning and operating a hotel can be a rewarding endeavor. However, hotel operators have to manage numerous exposures related to lodging, and many offer amenities—including pools, exercise facilities, bars and restaurants—that can dramatically increase the number of insurable risks. The list below provides an overview of these hotel risks and more, helping you identify potential...
How to Select Your Issuer on MySGI
January 10, 2025
1. Log in to https://mysgi.ca
2. Navigate to “My Preferences”
3. Select “Change My Selected Issuer”
4. Click “Edit” to change your issuer
5. Search the name of the issuer you would like to use and select it
6. All done, you now know how to select an issuer.
