CAA Slow Down Move Over Day is October 17, 2026. It recognizes tow truck operators, emergency responders, law enforcement officers, construction workers, and others who face serious risks while working along our roads and highways.
When approaching an emergency or service vehicle with flashing lights in Saskatchewan, slow to 60 km/h. Check your mirrors, signal early and move over when it is safe. If you cannot change lanes, stay alert and give roadside workers as much space as possible.
These simple actions can save a life. On October 17—and every day—pay attention, slow to 60 km/h and move over when it is safe.
“Every day, we face real danger while helping motorists on Saskatchewan roads,” said CAA tow truck operator Kurt Elmer. “We want to do our jobs safely and make it home to our families.”
“Too many close calls happen because drivers are not paying attention,” added CAA tow truck operator Stephen Romans. “When you see us working at the roadside, slowing down and moving over can be a matter of life and death.”
Safety alerts for nearby drivers
CAA Saskatchewan’s Regina fleet uses Safety Cloud© by HAAS Alert to help protect tow truck operators. When a truck’s beacon is activated during a CAA Member rescue call, nearby drivers receive a “CAA Saskatchewan On Scene — Slow Down and Move Over” warning through Waze and compatible Stellantis vehicles, including Dodge, Jeep, RAM, Chrysler and Alfa Romeo. Anyone using a supported platform can see the alert.
Protecting roadside workers
CAA National reports that nearly 100 tow truck operators are killed each year across North America after being struck by passing vehicles while helping stranded motorists. Across Canada, tow truck operators employed by or contracted to provincial CAA clubs receive ongoing training and safety equipment, including reflective pylons and high-visibility clothing.
Roadside incidents in Saskatchewan
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March 2025: A semi struck a tow truck on Highway 1 near Whitewood. The tow truck operator was not injured.
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February 2025: A tow truck operator died after a collision with a semi on Highway 39 near Midale.
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January 2025: A car struck a tow truck on Highway 4. The operator was not injured.
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March 2024: A passing vehicle struck a Borden Fire and Rescue emergency vehicle at a roadside scene. No one was injured.
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March 2023: A motorist struck a White City Fire and Rescue vehicle at a collision scene on Highway 1, injuring a firefighter inside.
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January 2021: A tow truck operator was involved in a serious collision while working near North Battleford.
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March 2017: A tow truck operator near Esterhazy was struck and killed while working during a blizzard.
Blue-light legislation
CAA Saskatchewan and other safety stakeholders advocated for tow trucks to display blue lights along with amber lights while assisting motorists. In April 2017, Saskatchewan became the first province to permit this added safety measure.