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Energizing conservation efforts in the Southwest Sandhills

SaskEnergy is proud to renew our commitment to support the conservation work of Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) in the Southwest Sandhills of Saskatchewan. SaskEnergy has pledged $75,000 over the next three years to the NCC. The support will fund stewardship, conservation planning, and partnerships that help sustain the unique species and habitats found in the Southwest Sandhills of Saskatchewan. “We're incredibly grateful for SaskEnergy's ongoing support of our conservation work in the Southwest Sandhills," says Kristen Martin, NCC's Conservation Science and Planning Manager in...
… In the Community Facebook Linkedin Twitter Email Share SaskEnergy is proud to renew our commitment to support the … of Canada (NCC) in the Southwest Sandhills of Saskatchewan. SaskEnergy has pledged $75,000 over the next three years to … Sandhills of Saskatchewan. “We're incredibly grateful for SaskEnergy's ongoing support of our conservation work in the …

Public safety and system improvements focus of rate application

… Date Jun 11, 2017 Facebook Linkedin Twitter Email Share SaskEnergy has applied to the Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel … said Ken From, President and Chief Executive Officer, SaskEnergy. “This coming year we have major projects planned … the development occurring in both Saskatoon and Regina.”  SaskEnergy has added more than 54,000 new residential, …

Catching more (Ar)rays with additional solar power installations

In early 2023, SaskEnergy’s first net-metering solar installation at Town Border Station (TBS) 1 in southwest Regina began generating electricity from the 176 solar panels installed on site. Fast forward to today, and we now have eight sites with large-scale solar arrays capable of generating power! These installations are a vital part of our Roadmap to 35 Per Cent by 2030, which includes integrating more renewable energy into our operations. “As part of our Roadmap we're focused on reducing both our direct emissions from our operations and our indirect emissions related to electricity...
… System Facebook Linkedin Twitter Email Share In early 2023, SaskEnergy’s first net-metering solar installation at Town … electricity use by 175,580 kWh. Solar panel installation at SaskEnergy's Asquith Compressor Station. The most recent … Operations. As the projects rolled out, teams across SaskEnergy collaborated closely to ensure successful …

Rekindling long-ago customer connection a career highlight for employee

A quarter century ago, our construction crews were a main attraction for children spending their summers at Kenosee Provincial Park. SaskEnergy employees worked for several summers to extend gas service to cabins in the area in the late 1990s. “Some kids, you couldn’t get rid of them. They’re pointing and looking; the parents want to go, but the kids want to stay and see us work,” says Dale Staudt, a Crew Lead with our southern Saskatchewan Construction team. “We would stop and explain what we were doing and show them. We’d stand back with the parent and watch one of our guys dig. For a small...
… children spending their summers at Kenosee Provincial Park. SaskEnergy employees worked for several summers to extend … Cody holds his childhood drawing and photo. She knew all about Cody’s experience meeting our crews as a five-year-old that summer. “She says he talks about that all the time,” says Dale. “There are so many kids …

Meter Handling

Care and attention is important when shipping, receiving, transporting and storing natural gas meters. If handled incorrectly, physical or mechanical damage could result in a defective meter that is no longer accurate or reliable. SaskEnergy is required to follow the guidelines issued by Measurement Canada, an agency of the Federal Government. The option for contractors to disconnect our meters can continue by ensuring all guidelines are followed. By working together, we can provide a high level of service to our mutual customers in a safe and efficient way. Guidelines for Working with Natural...

Melfort based Company Recognized for Outstanding Safe Digging Practices in Saskatchewan

SaskEnergy Safe Digging Excellence Award celebrates organizations committed to safe digging and community safety. SaskEnergy is pleased to recognize Yaremy Screw Piles with a SaskEnergy Safe Digging Excellence Award. The Melfort company supplies and installs screw piles for a range of projects including homes, garages, additions, shops, concrete pathways, decks, sunrooms, bridges, foundation repairs (underpinning), and bin anchors. It also does other earthwork projects. “The line locates helps us to make sure that everyone on the job site will be safe, that we don’t create any problems...

Blanket exercises build understanding of shared history

A recent blanket exercise at our Regina Service Centre hit close to home for SaskEnergy Operations employee Todd Sanderson. Todd spent eight years in the residential school system and knows firsthand the experiences discussed during the exercise. “The path we had to walk as a people helps explain where we are now,” Todd says. “Our history should be shared to close a gap between cultures that never should have been separated in the first place.” A number of SaskEnergy employees have taken part in blanket exercises as part of our company’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. A blanket...
… exercise at our Regina Service Centre hit close to home for SaskEnergy Operations employee Todd Sanderson. Todd spent … by the visual impact of the exercise. “I will be thinking about this exercise for some time,” he says. “The Indigenous … school survivor, Todd says the more everyone can learn about the experiences of Indigenous peoples, the better. …

Goals for KidSport scores more than $20,000 with an assist from SaskEnergy

The Goals for KidSport program wrapped up another season with more than $20,000 raised to help ease financial barriers for youth involved in sports. The program is a three-way partnership between SaskEnergy and its Network Members, the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) and KidSport. During the program’s nine years, more than $230,000 has been raised! The SJHL is the program's sponsored partner and brings Goals for KidSport to 11 communities across the province. Through Goals for KidSport, SaskEnergy donates $20 for every home goal scored during the SJHL season, up to 1,000 goals. This...

Indigenous Branding and Design

Creating a Collaborative Story SaskEnergy is committed to building meaningful, long-term relationships with Indigenous communities. As part of this commitment, we collaborated with Saskatoon- based Cree artist Tim Neal and consultant Tia Larocque to incorporate elements of Indigenous culture into our brand. Throughout the past year, SaskEnergy consulted with Tim, Tia and other project participants to gain insights and understand connections between Indigenous culture and the service SaskEnergy provides to communities throughout Saskatchewan. The result is a visual story that symbolizes the...

Our Company

… … Our Company Serving Saskatchewan for over 70 years SaskEnergy delivers safe, reliable and affordable natural … of Saskatchewan (CIC) is the holding company for SaskEnergy. CIC is an intermediary between SaskEnergy and the Legislative Assembly. Our Subsidiaries …

Ribbon skirt library a valuable resource for SaskEnergy employees

SaskEnergy's Indigenous Engagement team is breaking down barriers to participate in ceremony with resources like our Cultural Handbook and a Ribbon Skirt Library. January 4 is National Ribbon Skirt Day in Canada, an opportunity to celebrate and learn about Indigenous culture. Ribbon skirts are an expression of story, culture, and individuality. Often handcrafted out of fabric and multiple ribbon colours, they are worn by women during and outside of Indigenous ceremonies. They are a symbol of pride and identity. SaskEnergy has hosted and participated in many Indigenous ceremonies in the past...
… Ribbon skirt library a valuable resource for SaskEnergy employees … Ribbon skirt library a valuable … Skirt Day in Canada, an opportunity to celebrate and learn about Indigenous culture. Ribbon skirts are an expression of … asked by female staff also grew. "They wanted to know about proper protocol, what to wear, and other …

SaskEnergy connecting with the community at career fairs

Through the attraction, retention and development of skilled employees, SaskEnergy strives to have a workforce that reflects the changing demographics of Saskatchewan. One of the ways we connect with potential employees is through attending career fairs across Saskatchewan. Throughout the summer and fall, SaskEnergy had representation at eight career fairs. The career fairs were hosted by various institutions and organizations, including the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina and Saskatchewan Polytechnic. SaskEnergy also attended the Regina Open Door Society Career Fair and...
… SaskEnergy connecting with the community at career fairs … SaskEnergy connecting with the community at career fairs … “I really enjoy connecting with students to tell them about my positive experience with the co-op program,” says …

SaskEnergy employees provide hands-on learning for high school students

Thousands of high school students had the chance to learn from SaskEnergy employees about safe digging and damage prevention at two recent job fairs in Moose Jaw and Balgonie. SaskEnergy attended the Regina District Industry Education Council’s WorkSafe/Try a Career Days through our partnership with the Saskatchewan Common Ground Alliance (SCGA), a member-driven organization that shares SaskEnergy’s commitment to public safety and damage prevention. “SaskEnergy is a good sponsor and member of the SCGA, and this was a great opportunity to display what goes on in line locating and showing the...
… SaskEnergy employees provide hands-on learning for high … students had the chance to learn from SaskEnergy employees about safe digging and damage prevention at two recent job … Michael Ruf. “Some of the students had great awareness about safe digging and talked about their experiences at …

SaskEnergy employees spread holiday cheer at Santa Store

The gymnasium at St. Michael Community School in Regina was recently transformed into a wonderland of holiday gifts, with support from SaskEnergy employees who volunteered and fundraised. Books, toys, movies and other items were on offer. Excited students rushed up and down the aisles searching for that perfect present. The Santa Store, which allows children the chance to buy affordable gifts for their loved ones, was last held in 2019 — on hiatus due to the pandemic — and its return was welcomed by the school community. Our employees have happily pitched in at this event since 2012, and the...
… SaskEnergy employees spread holiday cheer at Santa Store … SaskEnergy employees spread holiday cheer at Santa Store … out any communications because they were just so excited about it,” says SaskEnergy employee and Santa Store …

SaskEnergy employees try their hands at lacrosse

SaskEnergy employees had the chance to experience lacrosse, also known as the Creator’s Game or Medicine Game, at the Al Ritchie outdoor rink in Regina on June 21. The event provided the opportunity to connect, play and explore the rich history of the sport! SaskEnergy’s employee-led committees SAGE and the Joint Diversity Committee partnered with the Saskatchewan Lacrosse Association (SLA) to host this event, which occurred during the noon hour on National Indigenous Peoples Day. Attendees embraced the teachings of lacrosse — unity, respect and harmony — all while getting a sweat on...

SaskEnergy’s female Executives share their advice for aspiring leaders

In recognition of International Women’s Day — celebrated each year on this day — we asked SaskEnergy’s four women Executive team members to share their advice for aspiring leaders. Here’s what they said! What advice would you give to aspiring leaders? Christine Short - Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer: Be authentic and be willing to be vulnerable. Share who you are with your team and your colleagues to develop relationships and build trust. Ask for feedback and act on it. Feedback, when given respectfully, is a gift. It helps us to identify our blind spots and avoid...

SaskEnergy honoured with three national awards

SaskEnergy has been honoured with three Canadian Gas Association (CGA) awards for 2022, recognizing our achievements in customer service, our commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability, and the remarkable people who make up our team. “I am very proud that the three areas SaskEnergy was recognized for are also the areas I feel make our company stand out — our customer service, our commitment to sustainability and our amazing people,” says SaskEnergy’s Acting President & CEO Mark Guillet. “I’d like to congratulate everyone who contributed to these achievements and commend them...

SaskEnergy proud to be among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2024!

We are proud to once again be named as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers! Canada's Top 100 Employers is awarded annually by MediaCorp since 2000. The competition recognizes companies that create exceptional workplaces for their employees. For 2024, the Top 100 competition judges cited our formal remote work program, our increased duration of maternity and parental leave for new and adoptive parents, as well as our long-term support through a defined contribution pension plan and retirement planning assistance as some of the reasons for their decision to recognize SaskEnergy. “Our employees are...
… SaskEnergy proud to be among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2024! … SaskEnergy proud to be among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for … as some of the reasons for their decision to recognize SaskEnergy. “Our employees are the driving force behind …

SaskEnergy proud to sponsor Fireside with Lyndon for another season

Several times a year, Remai Modern in Saskatoon fills with an audience curious to participate in an evening that stewards Indigenous engagement and honours Indigenous communities and groups with openness, transparency and dialogue. The event, known as Fireside with Lyndon, presented by SaskEnergy, is an intergenerational and cross-disciplinary program regarded as a unique opportunity for in-depth and sometimes challenging conversations. “We are delighted to once again be part of this Indigenous speaker series,” says Joseph Daniels, SaskEnergy’s Director of Indigenous Engagement. “At SaskEnergy...
… SaskEnergy proud to sponsor Fireside with Lyndon for another … Relations Advisor at Remai Modern, Lyndon has been teaching about truth and reconciliation for more than two decades and … and forging a better future. For more information about Fireside with Lyndon, visit remaimodern.org . On … …