Saskatchewan snowmobile registration fees have jumped from $110 to $150 per year—the first increase since 2017—adding a pro-ratable $79 insurance premium on top. This change aims to address rising trail maintenance costs, where the old fee covered just 45 per cent of expenses like fuel, grooming, and signage, leaving clubs to fund the rest.
Why now?
Local snowmobile clubs, which receive over 80 per cent of fees via the Saskatchewan Snowmobile Fund, struggled with shortfalls that blocked groomer upgrades and shelter improvements. The boost helps sustain one of Canada's most extensive trail networks without fully relying on volunteer fundraisers. Riders still need valid registration for public trails, Crown land, parks, and lakes—though private land is exempt with owner permission.
Quick facts
- There are more than 350 Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) issuers—online registration can be completed at mysgi.ca.
- A safety certificate is required for anyone born after Jan 1, 1989; fines start at $175 for unregistered sleds.
- Out-of-province sleds welcome with home registration; Manitoba riders need SnoPass.
- Volunteers remain key—find a club at sasksnow.com to get involved.
To learn more, visit the Saskatchewan Snowmobile Association website.
