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Eight fatal collisions have taken place on Saskatchewan roadways this year, leading to 11 deaths between Jan. 1 and 29.
During the same period in 2024, there were two fatal collisions and three deaths.
“These numbers are extremely concerning to see,” said Superintendant Grant St. Germaine, officer in charge of Saskatchewan RCMP Traffic Services. “We must all do our part and ask ourselves, ‘What can be done to make Saskatchewan roads safer?’ We all have a part to play in reversing this tragic trend.”
A Saskatchewan RCMP collision reconstructionist investigates most fatal collisions using a science-based method that can take time to complete. Poor weather conditions contributed to five of the eight fatal collisions this year, based on preliminary findings.
“We have had 11 people die on roads in Saskatchewan RCMP jurisdiction in the first month of 2024 – think of how many people are impacted by these tragedies. There are family and friends grieving, and our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected,” St. Germaine said. “It also impacts first responders. These incidents can be traumatic, and nothing can prepare you for these types of calls where loss of life occurs.”
St. Germaine reminded motorists to take things slow if they’re driving on icy or snow-covered roads and to check highway conditions before heading out.
“We’ve all heard basic driving safety tips hundreds of times,” he said. “I may sound like a broken record, but I’ll keep repeating myself. Please remember the basics: drive to road conditions, obey speed limits, never drive while distracted or impaired by alcohol or drugs, and always wear your seatbelt—because choosing to wear one can make the difference between life and death in a collision.”