Rural Dart

April 23, 2024

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Scam Reported at

2024 SARM Trade Show

SARM has been made aware of a scam that was run during the 2024 SARM Trade Show. There are several RM attendees who have reported receiving "complimentary gifts" from a company by the name of Champion Commercial Products but were then invoiced for the "free" product upon receipt of the shipment.

Please note Champion Commercial Products was not one of SARM's authorized exhibitors and will be black listed from any future SARM events.

Please stay vigilante of any potential scams while attending future trade shows and do not provide your contact information to any companies who have not purchased a booth in the show.

SARM Legal Services Updates

In order to continue to better serve our members, SARM's legal team is streamlining how you contact them. If you have a legal inquiry or require legal services going forward you can now contact: legal@sarm.ca

This general inbox will ensure all messages are assigned to the appropriate team members and your inquiries are responded to efficiently and in a timely manner. Please refrain from reaching out to individual lawyers on new inquiries, and instead use legal@sarm.ca.

Contact SARM Legal Services

Information & Resources

Workplace Violence: New Policy & Prevention Plan Requirements

The provincial government has legislated that as of May 17, 2024, all employers in Saskatchewan must have violence in the workplace prevention policies in place that include:

A commitment to minimize or eliminate risk
Identification of worksites
Identification of staff positions
Procedure to inform workers of the nature and extent of the risk from violence
Actions to minimize or eliminate risk
Violent incident reporting procedure
Documenting and investigation procedure
Recommendations or post-incident counseling or consultation with physician
Commitment to training

SARM and SUMA have enlisted MLT Aikins to assist in creating a template for municipalities to use to draft their policies.

Download Template

In addition to the policy template, SARM hosted an information session with MLT Aikins for municipalities who would like to learn more about this new legislation and to clarify questions regarding municipal policies. If you missed the live session, you can watch the recording on our website in the Members Only section through the link provided below.

You will also find a copy of the webinar presentation and a document that incudes additional guidance and training resources.

Access Resources

Disclaimer: The following RMs have requested the information below to be distributed and will be billed for using this service.

Looking to Hire:

RM of Ponass Lake No. 367, Public Works Manager, Apr 26 - Close

RM of Senlac No. 411, Grader Operator/Labourer, Apr 30 - Close

RM of McKillop No. 220, Summer Maintenance Employee, Apr 30 - Close

RM of McKillop No. 220, Seasonal Maintenance Operator, Apr 30 - Close

RM of Corman Park No. 344, Gravel Truck Operator, May 3 - Close

RM of Corman Park No. 344, Asphalt Truck Operator, May 3 - Close

RM of Corman Park No. 344, Mower Operator/General Labourer, May 3 - Close

RM of Corman Park No. 344, Spray Operator, May 3 - Close

RM of Biggar No. 347, Assistant Foreman, May 3 - Close

RM of LeRoy No. 339, Heavy Equipment Operator/Class 1A Driver, May 6 - Close

RM of McCraney No. 282, Seasonal Equipment Operator, May 11 - Close

Town of Lanigan, Public Works Operator, May 11 - Close

RM of Enterprise No. 142, Administrator - Maternity Leave, May 31 - Close

Looking to Buy/Sell:

RM of Britannia No. 502, For Sale: 2016 John Deere 770GP Grader, Apr 28 - Close

RM of Tecumseh No. 65, For Tender: 2007 Castleton Belly Dump Trailer, Apr 30 - Close

RM of Moose Jaw No. 161, For Tender: 2005 GMC 3500, Apr 30 - Close

If you have questions or would like to post in the SARM Classifieds contact: 306.757.3577 or sarm@sarm.ca

Please send your advertisement in a Word Document.

SARM Classifieds

Water Security Agency Investing in Key Water Infrastructure Projects

The Water Security Agency (WSA) is working to advance more than 60 key water infrastructure projects in 2024-25, with a focus on ensuring our infrastructure supports a sustainable, adaptable and reliable water supply for Saskatchewan.

Nearly $650,000 in Additional Funding Approved Through Teacher Innovation and Support Fund

Another 17 teacher-led projects have been approved for funding through the Teacher Innovation and Support Fund, totaling $647,900.

This third round of funding means over $1.5 million has now been allocated through the Fund to schools and communities across the province to date.