Search

It is summertime in Saskatchewan, however, people in this province know winter is never far away. That is why SaskEnergy is helping customers make sure their furnaces are running smoothly. Starting this week, SaskEnergy is teaming up with Network Members to offer the Tune-Up Assistance Program (TAP). Income-qualifying homeowners looking to prepare before the snowflakes start to fly can apply to receive a free Home Heating Tune-Up. “Saskatchewan residents can once again apply for free furnace tune-ups, repairs and carbon monoxide alarms, keeping their homes safe and ready for winter,” said Don...

Beginning today, homeowners can apply for a free home heating tune-up through SaskEnergy’s Tune-up Assistance Program (TAP). Offered through participating SaskEnergy Network Members, the program is open to qualifying Saskatchewan homeowners with a combined annual household income (before taxes) of less than $68,000. “Since this program was launched five years ago, it has helped more than 2,300 homeowners across the province keep their furnaces in safe working order,” said Kevin Adair, who leads SaskEnergy’s Customer Service Operations. “Regular furnace tune-ups can prevent costly repairs down...

More than 1,200 SaskEnergy employees across the province already know their company is a great place to work—but now the entire country knows. SaskEnergy has been named one of “Canada’s Top 100 Employers” for 2023. Published annually by Mediacorp Canada Inc. since 2000, Canada’s Top 100 Employers is an editorial competition that recognizes the nation’s best places to work. “Congratulations to SaskEnergy on this latest recognition, and to all of the dedicated employees who make SaskEnergy a great place to work,” Minister Responsible for SaskEnergy Don Morgan said. “Not only is SaskEnergy one of...

SaskEnergy is incentivizing customers to build new homes at higher energy efficiency levels than required by the current National Building Code of Canada 2020. Rebates of up to $9,000 are available for homes built to energy codes above Tier #2. “Our government is pleased with SaskEnergy’s efforts to help Saskatchewan homebuyers purchase energy efficient homes through the Homes Beyond Code Program,” said David Buckingham, MLA for Saskatoon Westview. “This program will make purchasing an energy efficient home more affordable, while also reducing energy bills through lower energy consumption.”...

The Government of Saskatchewan has approved SaskEnergy’s application to increase its commodity rate — the first increase in seven years after four consecutive decreases. The new rate will be the lowest in Canada. Effective November 1, 2021, SaskEnergy’s commodity rate changes from $2.575/Gigajoule (GJ) to $3.20/GJ. The adjustment will increase the average residential customer’s bill by $6.16 per month. “SaskEnergy’s commodity rate increase is a reflection of the significant rise in natural gas prices. Gas utilities across Canada are facing the same challenge,” said Ken From, President and...

As the demand for natural gas continues to grow in Saskatchewan, SaskEnergy is investing nearly $50 million in a system expansion project to meet the current and future energy needs of eastern Saskatchewan. Construction is now underway on The Regina East Expansion Project, which will increase natural gas capacity for residential, commercial and industrial growth in the Yorkton and Regina areas. “Saskatchewan’s growing population and booming economy need safe, reliable and affordable natural gas to heat our homes and fuel our industries,” said Greg Ottenbreit, MLA for Yorkton. “SaskEnergy’s...

SaskEnergy achieved strong financial and operational results in 2020-21 while maintaining its lowest commodity rate in more than 20 years. The Corporation reported net income from operations of $59 million and declared a dividend of $21 million to Crown Investments Corporation (CIC). “Despite the unprecedented challenges presented by the pandemic, SaskEnergy maintained an exceptional level of service to customers while also providing one of the lowest residential gas utility rates in the country,” said Don Morgan, Minister Responsible for SaskEnergy. “The reliability and affordability of...

SaskEnergy is proud to be named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the second year in a row. Now celebrating its 24th year, Canada’s Top 100 Employers is an annual competition by Mediacorp Canada Inc., recognizing the best workplaces throughout the country. For 2024, SaskEnergy is being honoured for its formal remote work program, increased duration of maternity and parental leave for new and adoptive parents, and long-term support through a defined contribution pension plan and retirement planning assistance. “I am once again pleased to congratulate SaskEnergy on being named one of Canada...