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Natural gas usage in Saskatchewan continues to break records

The return of extreme cold weather across Saskatchewan this week has again helped break the record for natural gas consumption in the province. Natural gas usage of an estimated 1.66 petajoules (PJ) on January 6, 2022 surpassed the previous daily record set on December 29, 2021. This marks the fifth time in the past two weeks that daily natural gas consumption in Saskatchewan has approached or exceeded 1.6 PJ. Prior to this winter, the previous daily usage record was 1.57 PJ, set in February 2021. SaskEnergy measures daily natural gas consumption for the 24-hour period from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 a...

Network Membership Eligibility Requirements

To become a Network Member, the following eligibility criteria must be met by the applicant and their business: Is registered to carry on business in the Province of Saskatchewan; Has a minimum of $2 million in general liability insurance; Has the ability to display an exterior SaskEnergy Network Member sign at their place of business; Workers' Compensation Board Letter of Good Standing; Domestic or General Gas License through the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) ; Fully complies with all laws and regulations, including those respecting safety, legal and environmental...

New Subdivision Development

Complete this application if you are a Developer in the initial stages of planning a new subdivision and gas mains are not already in place. Before You Begin Attach any site plans for the address(es) you are applying for. The Plan of Survey that you received from your survey company can also be submitted as an attachment. You must include the gas load requirements as part of the application. Contact your mechanical contractor to gather this information.

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Nikhil Karanwal

Executive VP, Corporate Planning
As Executive Vice President of Corporate Planning, Nikhil Karanwal is responsible for SaskEnergy's Corporate & Strategic Planning, Environment & Sustainability, Decarbonization, Gas Supply & Marketing, Regulatory, Distribution & Transmission Rates, System Design, Facilities Planning and Interprovincial Transport businesses. Before joining SaskEnergy, Mr. Karanwal was with Manitoba Hydro, leading Energy Markets, Gas Supply, Power Marketing and Power Trading functions in Canada and the United States. He has also held senior roles in the oil and gas industry in Business Development, Asset...

Nola Joorisity

Vice Chair and Chair, Human Resources and Safety Committee
Regina, Saskatchewan Ms. Joorisity (FCPA, FCA, CMA, C.Dir.) has been a member of SaskEnergy’s Board of Directors since June 2013. She is Vice Chair of the SaskEnergy Board of Directors and Chair of the Human Resources and Safety Committee. She holds a Fellow Chartered Professional Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Certified Management Accountant and Fellow Chartered Accountant designation and has a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Saskatchewan. She also obtained her Chartered Director’s designation. She has worked as the Chief Financial Officer and Managing Director of Greystone...

Non-Serviced Property

Getting gas to customers As part of our province-wide natural gas distribution system, gas lines can exist where there is no individual service. If your proposed work is on a property or parcel of land that does not have a natural gas service connection such as an alleyway, greenspace, ditch or unserviced lot, but gas lines are present, written permission is required to proceed. How to Proceed Request a line locate and review the record of locate once all the underground lines have been marked. Review the list of activities and allowable conditions related to your proposed work in SaskEnergy’s...

Operational and end-use emissions reductions highlight SaskEnergy 2022-23 Sustainability Report

As SaskEnergy progresses on its 2030 emissions reduction goal, it also continues to increase the reach of its energy efficiency programs, which assist Saskatchewan homeowners and businesses in reducing energy usage, saving money, and decreasing end-use emissions. Highlighted in its 2022-23 Sustainability Report , released today, SaskEnergy invested an additional $1 million in its energy efficiency programs during 2022-23, providing residential and commercial customers with rebates to purchase high-efficiency heating equipment. Through these programs, customers reduced their annual energy...

Operations Technician Qualifying Position

Learning in the Field The Operations Technician Qualifying Position (OTQP) is an entry-level field position that allows you to train under the guidance of an experienced Operations Technician. Participation in the internal training program is the first step to becoming a fully qualified Operations Technician that works in the installation, operation and maintenance of our natural gas facilities. What is OTQP? {"preview_thumbnail":"/sites/default/files/styles/video_embed_wysiwyg_preview/public/video_thumbnails/ZLtx-UKl138.jpg?itok=cV-oU-7k","video_url":"https://youtu.be/ZLtx-UKl138","settings"...

Our Company

Serving Saskatchewan for over 70 years SaskEnergy delivers safe, reliable and affordable natural gas to homes, businesses and industry throughout Saskatchewan. Our 72,000-kilometre distribution system serves over 400,000 customers. As a provincial Crown corporation, our roots are deep. Our system has served Saskatchewan for more than seven decades. We are proud of the values we work and live by. With over 1,200 employees in more than 50 locations across the province, we understand the importance of providing high levels of service in a safe, customer-focused and environmentally responsible way...

Our Emissions Management team's loss is everyone’s gain

As SaskEnergy works toward the goal of reducing emissions by 35 per cent by 2030 , our Emissions Management team is leading the charge. A small but mighty team of four employees, all of their work hinges on SaskEnergy’s environmental regulatory compliance requirements and voluntary commitments related to emissions reduction. This team is also responsible for capital projects connected to SaskEnergy’s Roadmap to 35 per cent by 2030 , and provides project support for emissions requirements at new or upgraded facilities. In this capacity, they work with teams across the company — from engineers...

Our Roadmap to 35% by 2030

Reducing our emissions from operations by 35% by 2030 As a provider of essential energy, we are committed to delivering natural gas and energy solutions responsibly to the residents, businesses and industries of Saskatchewan. SaskEnergy has set a challenging target to reduce our emissions from operations by 35 per cent, from 2019 levels, by 2030. Our roadmap SaskEnergy has three priority areas to align projects and activities that address our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the coming years. 1. Vent gas reduction About 25 per cent of SaskEnergy’s emissions come from venting — whether from...

Our system is 99.99 reliable — here’s how

When you turn up your thermostat or fire up your gas stove to cook supper, you might wonder about the energy source behind these simple tasks. SaskEnergy’s natural gas system spans across Saskatchewan. We serve about 411,000 customers through more than 72,000 kilometres of distribution gas lines. We work hard to maintain a system that’s more than 99.99 per cent reliable. That means you can count on us year-round, whether for heating your home during the coldest of winter days or heating your pool during those beautiful summer nights! At SaskEnergy, we invest about $100 million per year on...

Our Weyburn employees are committed to their community

SaskEnergy’s team in Weyburn has repeatedly shown that they are a generous and hardworking bunch! Most recently, they raised more than $6,000 for the local United Way Communithon held October 28. “My co-workers are always up for the challenge, and I am constantly impressed by their effort and hard work to give back to the community we live in,” says Weyburn employee Michell Giroux. To prepare for this annual telethon, the Weyburn team organized and held two special fundraising events. In June, a garage and bake sale in the SaskEnergy parking lot raised close to $1,600, and items that didn’t...

Outdoor Living

Your outdoor space should be just as cozy as your indoor space. Treat your family or entertain friends with a savoury barbecue on the patio. Heat your shop or garage and work through your to-do list even faster. Creating your own oasis is easy with natural gas. Barbecue Grill and never refill. A natural gas barbecue is: Convenient - easy connection to your home gas system means you can cook on demand anytime of the year. Cooking outdoors will prevent extra heat indoors during the summer months. Clean - no tanks, coals, ashes or lighter fluid. Precise - accurate heat control will give you the...

Panel recommends overall decrease in SaskEnergy rates and change to billing based on Heat Value

The Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel (the Panel) has recommended an overall decrease in energy bills for SaskEnergy customers. On average, residential customers would see their bills decrease by approximately $2 per month, or $28 annually. If approved by Cabinet the rate changes will take effect November 1, 2016. SaskEnergy’s rate application proposed a 14% DECREASE to the overall commodity rate, combined with an 8.6% INCREASE in the delivery rate. The combined effect of these changes would be an average reduction of approximately 3% for an average residential customer. In its application...

Pay Your Bill

You have options Pay your SaskEnergy bill using the following methods: Online Banking Pre-Authorized Payments Credit Card Postal Mail To avoid late fees, make sure payment is made well in advance of the due date indicated on your bill. Online Banking Log in to the website of your financial institution and visit the 'pay bill' section. When adding SaskEnergy as a payee for the first time, you will need your 11-digit SaskEnergy account number. You can also pay through your financial institution using telephone banking. Pre-Authorized Payments (PPP) Have your bills automatically paid each month...

Pillar One: Environment

Environmental sustainability Our environmental sustainability 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.

Pillar Three: People

Employee health and safety Our more than 1,100 employees are key to our success. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and engaging workplace to attract and retain a workforce that is able to meet the changing environmental and business landscape of tomorrow. Our goal is to see every employee go home safely at the end of each day and meet the vision of Mission: Zero — zero injuries, zero fatalities and zero suffering. Strengthening our safety culture At SaskEnergy, it is imperative that a culture of safety is embedded into everything we do, each and every day. As part of this...

Pillar Two: Prosperity

Committed to the communities we serve We deliver safe and reliable energy to residents, businesses and industry to support our standard of living while considering our impact on the environment. Whether it’s stakeholder engagement during projects or emergency response programming and training, we know strong relationships are key to our success. Reliability and resiliency Natural gas provides Saskatchewan with much-needed, reliable energy — particularly during some of the country’s most extreme weather. The amount of energy that SaskEnergy delivers to our customers is greater than the amount...