The Saskatchewan Government announced new legislation on Thursday to help protect tow truck drivers.

The legislation will allow tow trucks to display blue and amber lights to help drivers see that they’re at work.

The motion comes after tow truck operator Courtney Schaefer was killed on March 7 while trying to help a motorist during a blizzard.

"One life lost is way too many," Minister Responsible for SGI Joe Hargrave said. "Especially when it's these people that are out there helping motorists that are distressed and in need." 

"We think that having the blue will help distinguish tow trucks. because they are out there in great numbers."

Schaefer's family gathered at the Legislature Thursday morning to see the bill introduced to the house. 

"I think this legislation is a huge step in the right direction," Schaefer's brother Corey Schaefer said on the steps of the Legislative building. "It's good to see some good come out of it this fast. And hopefully it prevents something like this from happening to another family."

Saskatchewan is the first province to introduce such legislation. Other provinces only allow amber lights on tow trucks.

Member of the trucking community in Saskatchewan have been rallying the government to increase safety measures for drivers since Schaefer's death in early March. A procession of trucks traveled down Highway 1 to Esterhazy on the day of Schaefer's funeral, and a peaceful demonstration was held near Pense, one week later.

"It means a lot to myself and our family. It's a tremendous show of support and it's nice to see everyone come together and make changes for the better," said Schaefer.

Saskatchewan is the first province to introduce such legislation. Other provinces only allow amber lights on tow trucks. 

The lights will be installed and activated by June.