Know Before You Go

Plan ahead so you can explore Saskatchewan safely and responsibly. Always monitor official information sources detailed below - before and during your trip. Chat with one of our friendly Customer Service Representatives for suggestions and free trip planning assistance.

Emergency Information & Resources

In case of an emergency, call 9-1-1 from anywhere in Saskatchewan.

SaskAlert is the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency's alerting program used to alert the public in real-time of an emergency situation. Emergencies can include, but are not limited to: wildfires, flooding, extreme weather.

• SaskAlert (Public emergency notices)
• Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (Active fires, fire bans, evacuation information including Sask Evac, situation updates, and more)
• SK Wildfire Inquiry Line: 1-855-559-5502 (Toll-Free, available 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily)*Updated daily to inform visitors and residents when and where they are allowed to have fires in the province.
• Saskatchewan Fire Ban Map (Updated daily to inform visitors and residents when and where they are allowed to have fires in the province).
• FireSmoke Canada (up-to-the-minute smoke map that covers all of Canada, including Saskatchewan)

National and Provincial Parks

National and Provincial Parks in Saskatchewan are being affected by the current wildlife situation. Stay informed about which parks are experiencing closures, partial closures and other restrictions.

• Prince Albert National Park Area Closures, Alerts and Fire Bans
• Narrow Hills Provincial Park Season Closure
• Sask Parks Alerts and Fire Restrictions

Highway Closures & Road Conditions

Stay informed with the Saskatchewan Highway Hotline for the most up-to-date highway closures and road conditions before travelling. Natural disasters and weather can change rapidly, affecting road conditions and road safety. 

• Saskatchewan Highway Hotline

Wildlife Safety

Many species of wildlife call Saskatchewan home such as bison, black bears, elk, moose, deer, wolves, cougars and rattlesnakes. The chance to observe wildlife in their natural environment is a special experience. Respect wildlife and maintain a safe distance of 100 metres or more.

• Bears in Saskatchewan
• Cougars in Saskatchewan
• Wolves in Saskatchewan
• Parks Canada's Top Tips to Respect Wildlife and Stay Safe
• Aquatic Invasive Species | Government of Saskatchewan (If you find evidence of invasive zebra or quagga mussels, or other prohibited aquatic invasive species, please call the 24-hour TIPP line at 1-800-667-7561 or report online.)