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Education

Scholarships Each year, SaskEnergy sponsors hundreds of community events and programs throughout Saskatchewan. In addition, we support future leaders by making it easier for students to earn their post-secondary education. We provide funds to the following universities and technical schools: University of Saskatchewan University of Regina Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology Gabriel Dumont Institute More than 60 scholarships are awarded each year; a quarter of them go to Indigenous students. Apply for these scholarships through your school. Environmental...

Email, Internet and Phone Scams

SaskEnergy encourages customers to practice privacy safety at home, on the phone and online. If you are unsure whether a text, email or phone call is from SaskEnergy, reach out to our Customer Support team at 1-800-567-8899. If you become a victim of a scam If you've provided banking or personal information, or believe you have been exposed to become a victim of fraud: Contact your financial institution File a report with your local police department and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or the Better Business Bureau's Scam Tracker Recognize scams before they begin Email...

Employees support Swift Current Food Bank with annual holiday donation

The Swift Current Salvation Army Food Bank is a bit richer thanks to the generosity of SaskEnergy employees in Swift Current and Success. For the better part of a decade, these employees have collected food items to donate during the holiday season each year. This year, they gathered 207 pounds of groceries. General Manager Mike Rossiter delivered the donation to the food bank last week. “Our Customer Service and Operations staff have done a great job of supporting the Salvation Army over the years,” says Mike. “It’s a great cause and every year it seems there are more families in need.” Sue...

Encroachments

Be aware of what's below ground when working above Any temporary or permanent structures that extend onto a SaskEnergy Right of Way hinders our ability to gain access in response to an emergency. These situations can cause long-term outages, damage to facilities and pose a risk to public safety. What is an encroachment? An encroachment happens when any item or structure, whether temporarily or permanently, extends over the Right of Way. This includes structures alongside, overtop or underneath SaskEnergy infrastructure or facilities. Full-column YouTube video {"preview_thumbnail":"/_flysystem...

Energy Comparison Tool

See how natural gas appliances can save you money and reduce your environmental footprint.

Energy Saving Tips

Save energy, save money. To avoid peak winter bills, sign up for the Equalized Payment Plan to spread your annual natural gas costs into equal monthly payments. When upgrading appliances look for the ENERGY STAR® certification. These products have higher energy efficiency levels and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Furnace and Thermostat A furnace that works at peak efficiency will use less energy and cost less to operate. Keep your furnace clean, lubricated and adjusted with annual maintenance. Every 1 to 2 months, clean or replace your furnace filter. A dirty filter reduces the airflow...

ENERGY STAR®

Look for the symbol ENERGY STAR ® is an international symbol of energy efficiency. You can easily identify the best products to help you save energy and money, and protect the environment. Most Efficient The ENERGY STAR Most Efficient designation recognizes top of the line energy efficiency performance. An ENERGY STAR Most Efficient natural gas furnace has an annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) rating of 97% or higher and a variable speed motor. A variable speed motor runs at different speeds to control the flow of heated or cooled air throughout the home. Better airflow control means a...

Environment

Environmental responsibility Our environmental responsibility efforts focus on: Reducing emissions from our operations. Supporting customers in reducing end-use emissions. Protecting the local environment, including plant life, wildlife, water bodies, native prairie and species at risk.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Framework

SaskEnergy's approach to ESG Our vision is to provide critical energy to support Saskatchewan. This means delivering safe, reliable and affordable energy to our customers — today and for years to come — while advancing our environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance. ESG principles are integrated in our governance framework, our approach to risk management, and how we conduct our day-to-day operations. SaskEnergy’s commitment to environmental responsibility includes reducing our own emissions from operations while assisting our customers in minimizing their carbon footprint. Our...

Equalized Payment Plan

Help manage your budget Avoid high winter bills and manage your budget by spreading your annual natural gas costs over 12 equal monthly installments. Sign up for the Equalized Payment Plan (EPP) through your SaskEnergy Account. What is the Equalized Payment Plan? {"preview_thumbnail":"/sites/default/files/styles/video_embed_wysiwyg_preview/public/video_thumbnails/zSjjfTqTbqU.jpg?itok=XGIKS3bQ","video_url":"https://youtu.be/zSjjfTqTbqU","settings":{"responsive":1,"width":"854","height":"480","autoplay":0},"settings_summary":["Embedded Video (Responsive)."]} Understanding your Monthly Amount {...

Exchanging the Gas Meter

SaskEnergy must exchange the natural gas meter from time to time to comply with Measurement Canada. We may exchange the meter to: Make sure it continues to be accurate Replace a defective or broken meter Routinely maintain the meter Investigate a complaint about measurement accuracy Upgrade to a newer model Booking an Appointment If you've received a letter, email, phone call or tag indicating we must replace the meter, please contact us to book an appointment. SaskEnergy aims to complete the meter exchange 4-12 weeks after you receive notification. To help us complete the work efficiently and...

Executive Leadership

Management handles our daily business and operations. The Executive Team develops our Strategic Plan, along with the annual budget and business plan for approval by the Board of Directors. To fulfill its role, the Executive Team measures how well we’re meeting our goals identifies and manages risk hires, trains and supports employees to succeed communicates with the Board and key stakeholders prepares and maintains corporate records Meet our Team

Factors That Affect Your Bill

Common causes of high bills Your natural gas charges will vary from month to month, unless you are on equalized payments. Changes in natural gas consumption can depend on factors such as: Outside Temperature When wind chills are higher, your house gets cold faster and requires more energy to keep warm Your Home A furnace older than 10 years will use more gas than a high efficient model Energy-using habits and lifestyle appliances such as hot tubs, garage heaters and outdoor fireplaces The number of people visiting or living in your home The amount of time spent at home Poor insulation, old...

Federal Carbon Tax

Carbon charges and your SaskEnergy bill As part of the federal government’s carbon pricing system, a Federal Carbon Tax applies to all fossil fuels, including natural gas, and is calculated based on the amount you use. Residential Carbon Tax Exemption As of January 1, 2024, SaskEnergy will no longer collect the Federal Carbon Tax on natural gas consumption from residential customers. SaskEnergy will continue to collect the Federal Carbon Tax on natural gas consumption from commercial customers. Have questions? Here are some answers: How do I know if I am a residential customer and therefore...

Federal Carbon Tax to Appear on Upcoming SaskPower and SaskEnergy Bills

Starting April 1, the Federal Carbon Tax will be applied to all bills received by SaskPower and SaskEnergy customers. This will result in a monthly increase for the average residential customer of about $2 for power and $9 for natural gas for the rest of 2019. “In Prairie Resilience, our government has a Saskatchewan-based solution to lower greenhouse gas emissions without a tax,” Minister Responsible for SaskPower Dustin Duncan said. “SaskPower worked hard to ensure there would be no rate increase this year. The federal government is imposing a carbon tax that will take more than $52 million...

Find a SaskEnergy Network Member

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