Regina Event Insurance & Liability Bylaw Guide

Events and Special Uses Saskatchewan 3 Minutes Read · published May 24, 2026 Flag of Saskatchewan

Regina, Saskatchewan event organizers must understand city rules on insurance and liability before staging gatherings on public property or in licensed venues. This guide summarizes where to find official requirements, how enforcement works, and practical steps for applying for permits, securing insurance certificates, and responding to enforcement actions. It compiles the official City of Regina guidance and contact points so organizers, vendors, and community groups can prepare compliant documentation and reduce risk for attendees and the municipality.

Penalties & Enforcement

The City of Regina enforces event-related insurance and liability requirements through its By-law Enforcement and municipal permit process. Specific monetary fines, daily penalties, and escalation for repeat or continuing offences are not specified on the cited page.Special Event Permit[1] Inspectors and enforcement officers may issue orders, require cessation of activity, or refer matters to court when conditions or permits are not met; the cited municipal pages do not list fixed penalty amounts or schedules and therefore fines are not specified on the cited page.By-law Enforcement[2]

If you receive an enforcement order, act quickly to correct deficiencies and contact the enforcing office.
  • Common violations: operating without a required permit.
  • Common violations: failure to provide required insurance certificate naming the City as additional insured.
  • Common violations: unsafe site conditions or noncompliant vendor activities.

Applications & Forms

The City publishes a Special Event Permit process and instructions on its municipal site; the specific name or number of a standardized insurance form is not specified on the cited page, but the City requires proof of insurance and related documentation when applying for a permit.Special Event Permit[1] Submission methods and fee schedules are described on the permit page or the relevant parks/permits page; specific fees or deadlines are not specified on the cited page.

Prepare a certificate of insurance that names the City of Regina as an additional insured before submitting your permit application.
  • How to apply: follow the Special Event Permit guidance on the City website.Special Event Permit[1]
  • Contact for compliance questions: By-law Enforcement and the permit office via the City pages listed below.By-law Enforcement[2]

Action Steps

  • Step 1: Review the City of Regina Special Event Permit page for documentation checklists.Special Event Permit[1]
  • Step 2: Obtain a certificate of insurance that meets the City’s wording requirements (see permit guidance).
  • Step 3: Pay any applicable permit fees as directed on the City permit page (fees not specified on the cited page).
  • Step 4: If inspected or issued an order, follow correction directions promptly and use the City contact pages to request reviews or appeals.
Keep digital copies of insurance certificates and permit approvals on site during the event.

FAQ

Do I need insurance to hold an event on City property?
The City’s Special Event Permit guidance indicates organizers must provide proof of insurance when required by the permit process; the exact minimum coverage amounts are not specified on the cited permit page.Special Event Permit[1]
Who enforces event insurance and permit compliance?
By-law Enforcement and the municipal permit office are the enforcing authorities. Contact details and reporting instructions are on the City’s By-law Enforcement page.By-law Enforcement[2]
How do I appeal an enforcement decision?
The City’s pages describe review and appeal pathways only in general terms; specific appeal time limits or procedures are not specified on the cited pages and should be confirmed with the enforcing office.By-law Enforcement[2]

How-To

  1. Determine whether your activity requires a Special Event Permit by reviewing the City’s permit guidance.Special Event Permit[1]
  2. Contact the permit office early to confirm insurance wording, deadlines, and any venue-specific requirements.
  3. Obtain or update a Commercial General Liability certificate and ensure the City is named as an additional insured as required.
  4. Complete and submit the Special Event Permit application with supporting documents and fees as directed on the City site.
  5. Address any inspection requests or corrective orders promptly and keep records of communications and compliance actions.
Begin the permit process at least several weeks before your event to allow time for insurance and approvals.

Key Takeaways

  • Always check the City of Regina Special Event Permit guidance before planning.
  • Keep insurance certificates and permit approvals on site during events.
  • Contact By-law Enforcement or the permit office promptly if you receive an order.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Regina - Special Event Permit
  2. [2] City of Regina - By-law Enforcement

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