2025 Presidents Message

Saskatchewan, "The Land of Living Skies", well known for its amazing sunrises and sunsets, is home to this award winning RIMS chapter. SKRIMS is committed to continuing to offer networking opportunities and provide educational content for our members.

2024 was another very exciting year for SKRIMS and I was honoured to accept a 2024 Chapter Award on behalf of the Saskatchewan Chapter at the RIMS Conference in San Diego. The Chapter was recognized as a 2024 Chapter Award winner by RIMS through the Chapter Recognition Program for our achievements as a chapter in 2023. Having virtual lunch and learns has provided SKRIMS members with the opportunity to hear from risk management professionals across the globe deliver first rate professional development content. 

A special congratulations to our very own Chelsea Andrusiak (Vice President North of SKRIMS) who received the RIMS Rising Star Award at the 2024 RIMS Conference.  This award recognizes an individual that has demonstrated exceptional initiative, volunteerism, professional development, achievement, and leadership potential early in their career.

We were thrilled to announce the launch of the Saskatchewan RIMS Chapter Scholarship and we are excited to award a scholarship of $1,000 to a student seeking a career in Risk Management, Insurance, Cyber Security or Actuarial Science. Our goal is to provide financial assistance, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help individuals thrive in their careers. Must be a Saskatchewan resident and a student member of RIMS to enter. Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year are being accepted until June 30, 2025.

We will be continuing with the “Win Your Way to the RIMS Canada Conference Contest” for 2025 open to all SKRIMS members who attend our events. This year will we be drawing for two people to go to the RIMS Canada Conference September 14-17 in Calgary. 

  • You could WIN a RIMS Canada Conference Registration and Hotel       expenses up to $2,500!
  • For every SKRIMS event that you attend between June 2024 and the   AGM in May 2025, eligible SKRIMS members will receive an entry to the   draw for the contest.  (Example: Jane Smith attends 2 virtual lunch and   learns, 1 networking event and the AGM. She will receive 4 entries to   the draw for the contest).
  • Draw will be held in-person at the AGM in Saskatoon in May 2025.
  • Please contact any board member if you have questions or would like   more information.

Thank you for your continued support and a special thank you to the board for all your support and assistance in 2024.

Here’s to a great 2025.

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Upcoming Events

SKRIMS HOLIDAY EVENT - December 4, 2025

We are happy to present the SKRIMS Holiday Event which is the last event of the year, including educational speakers, networking opportunities, and trivia with prizes along with bragging rights at stake. To bring some holiday cheer to our day, we invite everyone to wear their most dazzling, outrageous, or classic Holiday sweater. Whether it's covered in snowflakes, jingling with bells, or sporting a quirky holiday character, your sweater will help set the tone for a fun and lively day. And to sweeten the deal, there’s a prize waiting for the person with the most impressive sweater—so bring your holiday style and your competitive spirit!   

 

When: Thursday, December 4th

Where: The Atlas Hotel, 4177 Albert St, Regina, SK S4S 3R6

Cost: Free to SKRIMS professional and associate members. Members are invited to bring a guest at a complimentary rate who may be interested and would benefit from a SKRIMS membership.

 

RSVP Deadline: Monday, December 1st to chelsea.wilson@canpotex.com

 

Agenda:

 

10:30-11:00    Coffee / Networking

11:00-12:00    Heat Map Showdown: Risky Business or Roadmap to Success? A Spirited Debate on the Bright Spots and Blind Spots of Visual Risk Tools with Shelley Reddekopp and Nick Quigley

Step into the ring for a lively education session where risk experts and daring debaters go head-to-head to defend or challenge the use of heat maps in risk management. Will these colorful charts shine a light on your toughest decisions, or steer you into the realm of oversimplification? Expect playful banter, quick-fire arguments, and audience participation as we separate the hot takes from the cold facts. Walk away with fresh perspectives—and maybe a few laughs—on how heat maps can (or can’t) help you see risk in a new light! 

12:00-1:00      Lunch / Networking: Yuletide Buffet with Turkey and all the fixings! 

1:00-1:30         SKRIMS Chapter Update

1:30-3:00         Trivia and Best Holiday Sweater Prize Presentation

2026 SKRIMS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION NOW AVAILABLE

SKRIMS is pleased to announce the continuation of the SKRIMS Scholarship and the application for 2026 is now available.

SKRIMS_Scholarship_Application_for_2026_Award.pdf

SKRIMS Scholarship Recipient

Congratulations to Abigail Baade, University of Regina Student, recipient of the first annual SKRIMS Scholarship.

Jim MacKenzie (SKRIMS Board Member presenting the scholarship to Abigail.

Thank you to our 2025 SKRIMS Golf Sponsors for their overwhelming sponsorship of our 5th annual golf day:

BFL   SunCorp   IBAS   Co-operators   AIG   Steege XP   Claims Pro

Acera   Ellis Don   Crawford   FM Global   Streamline Oilfield   PRL

Aon   Midwest Claims   Taylor Risk Solutions   Liberty Mutual   Marsh

Paul Davis   Great West Brewing

We had record sponsorship, record attendance, and record hot weather!

SKRIMS Summer Social July 17, 2025 - Bar Willow - Regina

SKRIMS 40th Anniversary Celebration

On May 12, 2022, current and former members and guests of SKRIMS met at Mosaic Stadium in Regina to celebrate our 40th anniversary as a RIMS Chapter.  We were delighted to have Steve Pottle, Chair of the RIMS Canada Council, join us for this celebration.

Vision Statement

To be recognized as the leading organization for risk management best practices in Saskatchewan.

 

Values

Sharing leading practices, success and continuous improvement in Risk Management.

Free exchange of ideas in a safe environment.

Development of strong professional connections for our members.

Awards and Announcements

2024 RIMS Rising Star Award

Congratulations to SKRIMS member, Chelsea Andrusiak, who was named the 2024 RIMS Rising Star.  Read all about Chelsea's achievements in the attached document.

2024_Rising_Star_Award_-_Chelsea_Andrusiak_Rising.pdf

2024 RIMS Chapter Award

The Chapter was recognized as a 2024 Chapter Award winner by RIMS through the Chapter Recognition Program for our achievements as a chapter in 2023. Having virtual lunch and learns has provided SKRIMS members with the opportunity to hear from risk management professionals across the globe deliver first rate professional development content. 

2023 RIMS Echo Award

SKRIMS was one of 5 chapters honored with a RIMS Enhancing Chapter Outcomes (ECHO) at the 2023 RIMS Conference in Atlanta.  SKRIMS was recognized for increasing opportunities for education and networking opportunities through a combination of in person and virtual meetings.


2021 Heart of RIMS Award

Congratulations to SKRIMS member, Sue Mepham, who received the 2021 Heart of RIMS Award.  Read all about Sue's achievements in the attached document.

Sue_Mepham_Heart_of_RIMS_Award.pdf

 

2020 RIMS Rising Star Award

Congratulations to SKRIMS member, Katherine Dawal, who was named the 2020 RIMS Rising Star.  Read all about Katherine's achievements in the attached document.

2020_RIMS_Rising_Star_Award.pdf

2019 SKRIMS Photo Contest Winner

Congratulations to SKRIMS member, Regan Seidler, who was the winner of the 2019 SKRIMS photo contest for her photo of Regina's Wascana Lake, near the University of Regina.