Travelling by car has certainly become more popular. Keeping that in mind, we know our roads and highways will be congested due to increase of traffic for the upcoming Thanksgiving long weekend. it’s important to consider some safe driving practices before the family road trip.

One-fifth of 18-24-year-olds – equivalent to over half a million Canadians – say they have driven high or been in a vehicle with a high driver, according to new research from the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) released today. The finding points to the need for more public education to make sure everyone understands the risks of driving high, according to Ian Jack, vice president, public affairs at CAA.

Thousands of Saskatchewan students will be returning to their classrooms, starting Tuesday, September 8th . Pedestrian, cyclist, and vehicular traffic will be on the increase in our school zones. According to CAA’s Christine Niemczyk, “It’s time to talk with our children about their safe routes to school, whether they ‘re walking cycling, being bused or driven by family or friends.”

Ottawa – Nearly one in three Canadians (31 percent) say they would cycle more if cycling infrastructure was better, according to a poll by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) released today. “Proper, permanent infrastructure - such as lanes separated by barriers and connected pathways - are essential to making Canadians feel safer when cycling,” says Ian Jack, vice president of public affairs, CAA National.

Ottawa – A majority of Canadians (59 percent) are reporting an increase in dangerous driving while COVID-19 restrictions have been in place, according to a new poll by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) released today.

CAA Saskatchewan has some valuable tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe this summer. Let’s remember to keep social distancing top of mind, washing our hands with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available. Practice proper cough and sneezing etiquette (into a tissue or the bend of your elbow).  

OTTAWA – The Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) has been named the most trusted brand in Canada in the annual Gustavson Brand Trust Index, released today.

The CAA Roadside Assistance Regina tow truck operators are lending a helping hand to the Regina Food Bank with pickup and delivery of much needed non-perishable food items, during their Covid-19 Response Campaign.

The COVID-19 outbreak continues to cause concern among residents and travellers around the world. This is an evolving, fluid situation that is in constant change.

Leah Mertz has officially been announced as the 2020 Saskatchewanderer and we are excited to be back in the driver’s seat as the official vehicle sponsor.