Back-to-School Safety: Slow Down, Stay Alert

As students return to school, traffic patterns around schools will change, with increased pedestrian, cyclist, and vehicle activity. School zones can be busy, particularly during drop-off and pick-up times, making awareness and extra caution important.

Taking a little extra time to slow down, stay alert, and watch for pedestrians and cyclists can help create safer school zones for everyone.

For practical guidance on school zone safety, check out CAA Saskatchewan’s School Zone Safety Tips.

The Working Mind – Trades: December 2

MSA members can access The Working Mind – Trades, a virtual mental health training course designed specifically for workers in the trades.

December 2 | 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Virtual

Our October 28 training session filled quickly! Don’t miss your chance to participate in our next session.

MSA is piloting this training option in 2026 and may plan to bring more training options to members in 2027. The course is free for MSA members, with MSA covering the cost as a member benefit.

Space is limited, with participation limited to one employee per member company per session.

Participants who complete the course will receive a certificate of completion from the Mental Health Commission of Canada.

Interested? Complete the registration form to reserve your spot. Registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Once registered, participants will receive course details and next steps from facilitator Jay Lamont.

MSA Training Options

Classroom Training

Live/Virtual Training

More training options available. Online Course Registration

MSA also offers in-house training at members site: In-House Training Request

Mental Health Provider Showcase

MSA members are invited to attend Service Hospitality’s Mental Health Provider Showcase on September 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This virtual event will feature Saskatchewan mental health service providers sharing information about available programs, services and workplace supports.

The event is complimentary to attend.

Member Discounts and Collaborations

For more information on MSA member discounts, collaborations, and exclusive offers, visit our Members’ Discount page.

Office Closure - Stat Holiday

Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 7^th. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8^th.

Upcoming Travel and Collaboration Opportunities

MSA Safety Consultants will be in the Wadena and Oxbow areas soon and are available to visit interested businesses at no additional charge to provide onsite safety consulting services. If your business would like to schedule a visit or if you have any safety information you feel should be shared with our industry and membership, please contact us at Info@motorsafety.ca or 306-721-0688.

Your feedback is invaluable to us. Please take a moment to complete a short survey to help us improve our services.

Member Survey Link

Thank you for your continued support and collaboration.

Sincerely,

Ryan J. Bast, CRSP

Executive Director