Description

The Saskatchewan Housing Benefit is a monthly benefit that helps eligible Saskatchewan renters with their shelter costs (rent and utilities).

Benefit Amount

The monthly amount you are eligible to receive depends on your household size:

• Single and couples: $150
• Single or couple with one dependent: $200
• Single or couple with two or more dependents: $250

Eligibility Criteria

• Pay more than 40 per cent of your annual before-tax household income on shelter costs (rent and utilities)
• Have household assets less than $100,000
• Have an annual before-tax household income at or below:
  • Single and couples: $43,100
  • Single or couple with one dependent: $52,900
  • Single or couple with two or more dependents: $63,800

Note: You are NOT eligible for the benefit if you receive income or housing support from a Government of Saskatchewan income assistance or training program, are sponsored newcomers to Canada or are a full-time post-secondary student.

Application Process

• Apply online or download the PDF application.
• Submit completed form and documents via:
  • Email: SaskHousingBenefit@gov.sk.ca
  • Fax: 306-798-3110
  • Mail: 11th Floor, 1920 Broad St, Regina, SK, S4P 3V6

Contact SHC if you don’t hear back within 14 business days.

Appeal Process

If denied or if you disagree with the decision contact Saskatchewan Housing Corporation (SHC) at 1-844-787-4177 or via email. You may request a review or reconsideration by submitting additional documentation.