10/22/2026
Did you know ⁉️
There are more than 8,800 wildlife-related collisions on Saskatchewan roads each year?
Collisions with wildlife can injure drivers and passengers and cause significant vehicle damage. On average there are over 400 injuries and two fatalities from wildlife-related collisions on Saskatchewan roads every year.
Paying attention to the road and surrounding area, watching for wildlife warning signs, adjusting speed for road conditions and visibility, and knowing when wildlife activity peaks can improve driver and passenger safety.
Take care out there!
🦌 Oh deer! Wildlife warning signs aren't just guesswork.
Wildlife warning signs are installed in areas where animal activity is more common, and drivers are more likely to encounter wildlife on or near the highway.
We look at factors like: 🦌 Wildlife movement patterns📍 Areas with a history of wildlife vehicle collisions🌲 Habitat and landscape features near the highway
Next time you see a yellow wildlife sign remember to scan the roadside and watch your speed -- especially at dawn and dusk when animals are often most active.
🔗 Check road conditions before you go: hotline.gov.sk.ca/map