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2024 President's Message

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

 

2023 was a very exciting year for SKRIMS as the Saskatchewan Chapter was recognized as a 2023 ECHO Award winner by RIMS through the ECHO Chapter Recognition Program for our achievements as a chapter in 2022. 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.

 

SKRIMS launched its Mentoring Program pilot project in 2023 and are currently reviewing the feedback and making plans to offer it again in 2024.

 

SKRIMS introduced a new logo at the end of the 2023 so watch for ways to win branded merchandise at upcoming events.  The calendar of events has been posted to the website so please mark your calendar for upcoming events.

 

At the 2023 December Holiday Event, I was pleased to announce the continuation of the “Win Your Way to the RIMS Canada Conference Contest” for 2024 open to all SKRIMS members residing in Saskatchewan.  This year we have increased the value of the scholarship to $2,500 and will be drawing for two people to go to the RIMS Canada Conference in Vancouver in October 2024. 

v  You could WIN a RIMS Canada Conference Registration and Hotel expenses up to $2,500!

v  For every SKRIMS event that you attend between June 2023 and the AGM in May 2024, 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). 

v  Draw will be held in-person at the AGM in Regina on May 23, 2024

v  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 203.

 

Here’s to a great 2024.

 


Katherine Dawal

SKRIMS President

 

SKRIMS HOLIDAY LUNCH AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Where: Dakota Dunes Resort, Whitecap, SK

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: Thursday, November 21st to katherine.dawal@nfp.com

Agenda:

10:30-11:00    Coffee / Networking

11:00-12:00    Education Session – presented by Chris McGregor, Executive General Adjuster, Crawford and Company

12:00-1:00      Lunch / Networking

1:00-1:30         SKRIMS Chapter Update – presented by Katherine Dawal, President, SKRIMS

1:30-4:00pm    Educational Speakers TBA and Networking

September 18, 2024 - Lunch and Learn

Thank you to Mike Cawley, Double Check ERM Software for his presentation on Enterprise Risk Management - a Risk Manager's Unique "Take" on ERM, Breaking Down the Overall Risk Universe.

Sept_19_24_ERM_Presentation.pdf

2024 SKRIMS ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT -  August 21, 2024, Elbow SK

Thank you for attending our 4th annual golf tournament and especially to our sponsors for their support.  We couldn't do it without all of you.

BFL Canada,  Midwest Claims Services,  Insurance Brokers Association of Saskatchewan,  Suncorp Valuations,  Co-operators,  Marsh,  Claimspro,  Aon,  Steege XP,  Liberty Mutual,  NFP,  Crawford,  prl Insurance Brokers and Advisors, TRS Taylor Risk Solutions, Lydale,  AIG,  EllisDon, Project Advisors and Management,  Acera Insurance,  Steamline Oilfield

SKRIMS is delighted to announce that our very own 

Chelsea Andrusiak, Vice President North, SKRIMS has

been named a 2024 RIMS Rising Star.  Chelsea received

recognition and an award at the 2024 RIMS Conference.

May 23, 2024 - SKRIMS AGM 

Thank you to everyone who attended the SKRIMS AGM, Professional Development and Networking afternoon as the Aspen Links Club House in Emerald Park.

The presentations by Joe Seeger (NFP) and Chelsea Andrusiak (Federated Co-op) were outstanding and provided excellent advice on how to prepare and manage a large loss. Presentation is attached

Congratulations to our two winners of the "Win Your Way to the 2024 RIMS Canada Conference" - Regan Seidler, University of Regina and Lisa Brundage, Federated Co-op.

May_23_2024_NFP_Large_Loss_Presentation.pdf

February 15, 2024 Networking Event

SKRIMS hosted a great networking evening that included a virtual tour of the Last Mountain Distillery, an opportunity to taste some of Last Mountain Distillery's famous Dill Pickle vodka and Grannie's gin, sample some fantastic charcuterie from Style and Graze and compete for prizes in the annual Trivia Pursuit event.

Thank you to Cagney Brucker, Aon and Mark Feader, BFL for hosting the in person networking events in Regina and Saskatoon. 

WIN YOUR WAY TO THE 2024 RIMS CANADA CONFERENCE

SKRIMS is continuing this contest starting with the June 22nd Virtual Meeting. Everytime you attend a SKRIMS function your name will be put in a draw to be held at the 2024 AGM to win one of two $2,500 scholarships towards attending the 2024 RIMS Canada Conference in Vancouver BC in October 2024.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2023 GOLF SPONSORS FOR HELPING MAKING OUR ANNUAL SKRIMS GOLF EVENT A HUGE SUCCESS.




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

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.  

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