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By CAA Saskatchewan On May 17, 2023

Slow Down Move Over: Ensuring Road Safety for Everyone

While on the road, it's not just our journey that matters. It's the safety of everyone sharing the road. In an increasingly busy...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On May 9, 2023

5 Common Misconceptions About Travel Insurance

When it comes to travel insurance, we know that it might not be the most buzzing topic that you’d want to talk about. However, we...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 27, 2023

The Guide to Solo Travel: Tips and Tricks for First-Time Travellers

There's something exhilarating about exploring new places on your own, without anyone else's schedule or opinions to consider....

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 17, 2023

Explore the Great Outdoors: 5 Best Saskatchewan Road Trip Routes

As the snow begins to melt, the sun begins to shine, and we roll into Spring, it’s time to buckle up and hit the road because...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 5, 2023

Top 6 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

Earth Day is a global event celebrated annually on April 22nd, with the aim of promoting awareness and action towards...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On March 23, 2023

How to Travel on a Tight Budget: 6 Tips and Tricks

It’s not just airplanes that touch the sky these days. Airfares do too. According to a travel trend report by Kayak, flight...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On March 22, 2023

6 Tips to Choose the Right Travel Insurance for Your Next Adventure

Planning a trip is exciting and fun, but let's be real—choosing the right travel insurance can be a daunting task. With so many...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On March 20, 2023

Locked Out: What to Do If You Lock Your Keys in the Car

Forgetting your keys in your car can be a frustrating and stressful situation, especially if it happens at an inconvenient time...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On March 2, 2023

CAA Scholarships: Investing in the Future of High School Graduates

CAA Saskatchewan has been awarding annual entrance scholarships to qualified high school graduates who are attending the...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On February 21, 2023

Everything You Need to Know as a First-Time Dog or Cat Owner [Guide]

According to a survey done recently, over 40% of pet parents look at their cat or dog as a ‘starter child’. This surely means...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On February 14, 2023

9 Tips to Plan a Destination Wedding

In 2017, a Global News article mentioned that one in five Canadian couples choose to have their weddings abroad. The article also...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On January 4, 2023

3 Ways in Which Your CAA Membership Pays for Itself

Having a CAA membership surely has its benefits. While there are some benefits like roadside assistance that you might be most...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On November 30, 2022

6 Warning Signs that You Might Have a Dead Car Battery

If you’ve lived in Saskatchewan long enough, you probably know that your car battery will typically last somewhere between 3 to 5...

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By Enoch Omololu On October 20, 2022

How to Save Money: 44 Clever Tips to Save on Everything

While Canada’s inflation rate might have cooled down a bit in August, it’s still at a stage where things could get troublesome,...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On September 16, 2022

How a CAA Travel Consultant Helped a Member Save $1,500

“What do you mean it’s going to cost us $2,000 to rent a car?” asked Sandra as she started to unwind after a tough day at work....

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By CAA Saskatchewan On September 13, 2022

5 Important Travel Tips for Saskatchewan Snowbirds

For those who’re not aware of it yet, the term ‘snowbirds’ is used quite fondly these days to refer to people who travel or...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On September 12, 2022

Everything You Need to Know About All-Inclusive Vacations

Taking a vacation is great. In fact, it’s one of the best ways to have a healthy lifestyle.

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By CAA Saskatchewan On August 24, 2022

Why a CAA Membership Makes Sense Even for New Car Owners

One of the most common questions that we get asked a lot is, “Do I really need a CAA membership if I just bought a new car?” ...

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By Allan Britnell On July 25, 2022

The Road Trip Guide: How to Plan and Pack for Your Next Adventure

Over its 7,821 km length, the Trans-Canada Highway crosses through all 10 provinces, thereby making it the fourth-longest highway...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On July 19, 2022

8 Driving Tips to Save Money on Fuel This Summer

This summer, in addition to the temperature, there’s one more thing that’s rising–fuel prices. And with rising fuel prices comes...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On June 17, 2022

Taking a Road Trip? Discover Savings Along the Way

If you’re a CAA member, you might already be familiar with how rewarding a CAA membership can be. If you’re not one yet, you’re...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On June 16, 2022

12 Fun Camping Activities to Do with Your Family

During the summer, there are plenty of activities for you to engage in while camping in Saskatchewan.

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By CAA Saskatchewan On June 8, 2022

Towing Trailers Talk: 5 Things You Should Know Before You Tow

As the road trip season begins, we’re sure that you must have already dusted off your RVs and cleaned your boats for some fun,...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On May 16, 2022

6 Tips to Keep in Mind When Camping with Dogs

It’s not uncommon for people to take their pets (especially dogs) camping with them. However, before doing so, you must ensure...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On May 5, 2022

Spring Cleaning: 8 Tips to Refresh, Reorganize, and Revive your Home

Spring is about rejuvenation. As the snow melts and the sun warms the ground, green plants and flowers pop up signaling a new,...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 27, 2022

Camping Hacks: 8 Tips to Set Up Camp like a Pro

As the season begins, we’re sure that the idea of camping with your friends and family has already crossed your mind. After all,...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 19, 2022

8 Travel Tips and Tools for Planning That Perfect Vacation

Travelling in the “new normal” can be complicated. From keeping a track of COVID-19 testing rules to understanding the latest...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 13, 2022

Best Ways to Experience Summer Camping in Saskatchewan

Whether it’s an extended trip across the wilderness with just a backpack or a weekend getaway at a full-service campground, there...

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By Kellie Davenport On April 6, 2022

When and How to Make a Home Insurance Claim

Nobody wants to make an insurance claim, but it’s often unavoidable — in the event of weather, water/fire damage, accidents,...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On February 11, 2022

What is a Roadside Safety Kit and What Should it Contain?

Finding yourself stuck on a highway or any road is never enjoyable, especially during winter when the weather can be particularly...

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Tags: Membership, Safety, Road Trips

By CAA Saskatchewan On January 11, 2022

6 Things to Do When Your Car is Stuck in Snow

If you haven’t yet gone through the ordeal of having your car stuck in the snow, good for you. However, living in Saskatchewan...

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Tags: Membership, Safety, Road Trips

By Craig Moy On December 17, 2021

Driving in the Country? CAA’s Got Your Back

Winter driving can be a challenge in the best of times. On rural roads, however, it’s even trickier.

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By CAA Saskatchewan On December 6, 2021

3 Reasons Why Winter Tires Work

As winter begins, driving safely becomes everyone’s topmost priority. Well, that and enjoying the snow of course. And one of the...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On November 29, 2021

Saskatchewan’s Hidden Gems & Winter Getaways

As we head into the winter, many people start dreaming about taking a vacation and enjoying the sights and sounds of warmer...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On November 24, 2021

Winter Driving: 7 Tips to Expertly Navigate Roads in Saskatchewan

Did you know that motor vehicle insurance claims can spike as much as 35 percent between December and the end of February? The...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On November 15, 2021

3 Reasons Why CAA is More Than Just Roadside Assistance

For many people, tow trucks and roadside assistance are the first things that come to mind whenever they hear the name CAA....

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By CAA Saskatchewan On October 29, 2021

What is CAA Rewards Assistant, and Can it Really Save You Money?

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you instantly regretted making an online purchase?

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By Karen Kwan On September 27, 2021

How to Make Sense of Travel Insurance Lingo

Buying a travel insurance policy can be confusing. A big reason for that is the presence of terms and phrases that might perplex...

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By Mark Richardson On September 20, 2021

The Difference Between FWD, RWD, AWD, and 4WD

Your vehicle has four wheels, but how many do you need (or want) to be powered by the engine? All of them or just a couple? And...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On September 13, 2021

The Value of a CAA Membership: A Member Experience Story

Meet Gwen Keith.

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By Mark Richardson On September 8, 2021

6 Tips for Driving Alongside Big Trucks and Other Commercial Vehicles

For some, driving alongside an oversized vehicle on a double-lane highway can be intimidating.

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By CAA Saskatchewan On September 2, 2021

7 Reasons to Use a Travel Consultant When Planning a Vacation

Planning a vacation or a holiday sure can be fun. However, it does come with its set of challenges.

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By CAA Saskatchewan On August 31, 2021

7 Ways to Help Keep School Zones Safe

According to a national poll conducted by CAA in August 2019, more than 92% of parents said that they had noticed one or more bad...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On August 12, 2021

10 Benefits You Probably Didn't Know a CAA Membership Provides

We always talk about how having a CAA membership is a good thing. How it always provides you with dependable roadside assistance...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On July 26, 2021

The Secret to Planning the Perfect Vacation

After more than a year of lockdowns, public measures, and other restrictions that curbed millions of travel plans worldwide,...

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By Allan Britnell On July 13, 2021

6 DIY Tips for Tuning Up Your Air Conditioner

It’s an open secret that Saskatchewan’s climate can be pretty erratic.

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By CAA Saskatchewan On June 22, 2021

6 Reasons Why Road Trips Are Good for You

If you live in Saskatchewan and have been intrigued lately by the idea of taking a road trip, you’ll be delighted to know that...

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By Carly Peters On June 14, 2021

Buying a New Home? Don't Forget Home Insurance

The Canadian housing market is booming.

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By CAA Saskatchewan On June 3, 2021

10 Most Forgotten Items to Pack for a Camping Trip

As Saskatchewan begins to experience some elusive warm weather, people throughout the province can’t help but rush to get some...

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By Karen Kwan On May 21, 2021

Bike Safety Advice: two wheels or four, let’s share the road safely

Every year, nearly 7,500 cyclists across Canada are seriously injured. Even more surprising than the “how many” is the “where” ...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On May 20, 2021

10 Tips for Camping in the Rain

Apart from great things like picturesque sunsets, blue skies, and the Roughriders, Saskatchewan is also infamous for its erratic...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On May 19, 2021

Here's How CAA is Helping Keep School Zones Safe

When children travel to and from school each day, one thing that we can be assured of is that CAA School Safety Patrollers are...

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By Kellie Davenport On May 13, 2021

Saskatchewan Road Trips for Your Next Local Getaway

As summer approaches, one of the things that Saskatchewanians look forward to each yearis getting their vehicles ready and hit...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On May 6, 2021

Here's How You Can Be a CAA Member for Free

If you’re reading this blog, then chances are high that you already know what a CAA membership is and the numerous benefits that...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 30, 2021

4 Simple Ways to Prioritize Your Hearing Health

Hearing allows us to enjoy music, experience the sounds of nature, or take in the words spoken by those around us. Our hearing is...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 28, 2021

6 Tips to Prepare Your Car Before a Summer Road Trip

Summer is the perfect time to explore Saskatchewan, and what better way than a road trip to explore a province that has the most...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 20, 2021

Looking for safe post-pandemic travel ideas? Leave it to the experts

Saskatchewanians have missed travelling and we’re all itching for an adventure. But navigating today’s ever-changing rules is no...

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By Kellie Davenport On April 19, 2021

6 Tips for Planning the Perfect Home Garden This Season

The benefits of gardening extend far beyond the dinner plate. Research from McMaster University shows that gardening helps...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 14, 2021

Ice Damming: 6 Ways to Treat and Prevent Ice Dams

Meet Keith. Keith lives in Saskatchewan, where the temperatures constantly drop below zero degrees. It snows a lot and as a...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On April 12, 2021

Here’s How CAA Helps Members Save Over $350 on Home Insurance

As Sarah was picking up her favorite cup of Starbucks coffee one morning, a sense of gloom suddenly started to crawl its way into...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On February 23, 2021

Tips to Keep Home Equipment Running Smoothly

No one enjoys the unexpected cost of replacing a washer that just died or a TV fried by a power surge. That’s where Home...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On February 19, 2021

Prepare to Explore Saskatchewan's Outdoor Winter Wonders!

Many of us usually escape the bitterly cold Saskatchewan winters by travelling somewhere warm and soaking up some sunshine on a...

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Tags: Travel, Safety, Road Trips

By CAA Saskatchewan On January 12, 2021

Winter Driving: I’m Stuck! Now What?

It can happen very quickly. One minute you’re driving down the road and the next minute you’re in the ditch. Icy roads that are...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On January 6, 2021

Winter Car Care Advice

Navigating the cold and snow during a Saskatchewan winter is not for the faint of heart. The extreme temperatures, strong winds,...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On December 23, 2020

5 Essential Items to Keep in Your Car for Winter Driving

Winter weather in Saskatchewan can be quite the wild card, swinging from mild to bone-chilling temperatures, with blizzards and...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On November 18, 2020

2020 CAA Gift Guide: Save on Your Holiday Shopping

With savings at over hundreds of CAA Rewards® Partners, the holiday shopping possibilities are endless! To help narrow it down...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On October 20, 2020

3 Ways to Use the New CAA App

The app you love just got an upgrade! While some apps may be tricky to understand, the new CAA Mobile app is designed to be easy...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On October 7, 2020

6 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your CAA Membership

Living in Saskatchewan we can all relate to experiencing slippery highways or getting a flat tire on the way to work. That’s...

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By CAA Saskatchewan On August 24, 2020

5 Ways to Save on Home Insurance

You’ve worked hard for everything you own from your favourite coffee cup, to the big screen TV where you watch the latest game...

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