The Government of Saskatchewan is investing more than $700 million in highways this year, which will result in improvements to 1,000 kilometres of provincial roadways. 

Work this construction season will focus on safety and funding improvements to dozens of intersections across the province.

"This year’s investment in highway construction has a focus on safety,” Minister of Highways and Infrastructure Lori Carr said.  “We are launching the Enhanced Intersection Safety Program, which is a multi-year plan that funds a number of safety-focused projects province-wide.”

The Enhanced Intersection Safety Program will fund intersection safety enhancements; rumble strips; clearing of sight triangles and other safety projects like guardrails and lighting.

In this corner of the province, the passing lanes on Highway 39 between Weyburn and Estevan as well as Weyburn and Regina. Work is expected to start this summer, although the work isn't likely to be completed. 

“Once complete, the passing lanes will improve safety and traffic flow,” Carr said.

She also added to remember to slow down and help keep everyone safe when driving through orange zones around the province.