Kitsaki Management, in partnership with First Nations Insurance Services (FNIS) and LaRoche McDonald Agencies, has opened two SGI Motor License Issuer outlets on two urban reserves—one in Prince Albert and the other in Saskatoon—marking a significant step in expanding insurance services.
The Prince Albert office, strategically located at 2nd Avenue and 34th Street across from a major vehicle dealership, now occupies more than 5,000 square feet on the city’s busiest commercial corridor, directly addressing long-standing demand for on-reserve licensing and insurance services . In Saskatoon, the new branch sits within the Muskeg Lake Urban Reserve, Canada’s first urban reserve, in a 2,500-square-foot facility tailor-made to serve residents who have historically had to travel off-reserve for SGI transactions.
“These new locations are about more than convenience—they represent a bridge across a service gap that has existed for some time,” said Ron Hyggen, Chief Executive Officer of Kitsaki Management. “By bringing SGI services directly into these communities, we’re ensuring that Indigenous customers have the same seamless access to driver licensing and insurance as anyone else in Saskatchewan, especially when purchasing a vehicle and having it delivered.”
Tammy McKay, Managing Director of FNIS and LaRoche McDonald, who oversees daily operations at both sites under First Nations Insurance Group of Companies, added: “Opening these new branches lets us bring a full range of SGI services—everything from driver’s-licence renewals and vehicle registrations to insurance consultations and specialized licensing courses—directly. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional, culturally respectful customer service, ensuring every client feels heard, informed and supported every step of the way.”
According to the 2021 Census, Indigenous peoples make up 45 percent of Prince Albert’s population— Saskatchewan’s highest concentration—and nearly 11 percent of Saskatoon’s residents, both numbers on the rise . While SGI continues to invest in digital tools, these brick-and-mortar facilities underscore the enduring value of face-to-face interaction, particularly for clients who prefer personal guidance over online portals .
With both branches now operational, Kitsaki and FNIS plan to measure their impact over the coming year, but initial community response has been overwhelmingly positive. As Saskatchewan’s driver-licensing landscape evolves, these new on-reserve issuers offer service to both purchasers and dealerships in one easy stop.
