Saskatchewan has two monthly income programs run by the Ministry of Social Services. Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) helps adults with low or no income. Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID) is for people with a significant and enduring disability. Both pay on the same schedule, near the end of the month before the month the money is for.
How much you’ll get on SIS
SIS is built from a basic benefit for food, clothing and personal needs, plus a shelter benefit that covers rent or mortgage, utilities, taxes and other housing costs. These rates took effect May 1, 2026.
| SIS basic benefit (monthly) | Outside the Northern Administration District | Inside the Northern Administration District |
|---|---|---|
| Each adult | $375 | $445 |
| Each child | $65 | $65 |
| SIS shelter benefit (monthly maximum) | Single | Couple | 1–2 children | 3 or more children |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saskatoon and Regina | $675 | $865 | $1,105 | $1,287 |
| Rest of the province | $615 | $750 | $860 | $965 |
Example: A single adult renting in Regina can get up to $1,050 a month ($375 plus up to $675 for shelter). In Moose Jaw, the most is $990.
Other SIS benefits can be added when you need them. These include a $150 monthly Stabilization Benefit if you’re having trouble keeping stable housing, a $190 Alternate Heating Benefit, and $50 to $150 for a prescribed diet.
How much you’ll get on SAID
SAID pays a fixed monthly Living Income Benefit for shelter, food, basic transportation and other needs, and you decide how to spend it. On top of that, SAID pays your actual utility costs (power, heat, water and sewer). These are the rates since September 1, 2026:
| SAID Living Income Benefit (monthly) | Tier A | Tier B |
|---|---|---|
| One adult | $1,289 | $1,214 |
| Two adults | $1,757 | $1,646 |
| Single parent, 1 or 2 children | $1,566 | $1,419 |
| Single parent, 3 or more children | $1,721 | $1,574 |
| Two parents, 1 or 2 children | $1,901 | $1,754 |
| Two parents, 3 or more children | $2,056 | $1,909 |
Tier A is Regina, Saskatoon, Lloydminster, Estevan and their bedroom communities, such as Warman, Martensville and White City. Tier B is everywhere else.
Example: A single SAID client renting in Saskatoon gets $1,289 a month, plus the actual cost of their power and heat bills.
People in northern communities get a Northern Living Supplement of $70 a month per adult and $65 per child. If you live in a care home or hospital, the Living Income Benefit is replaced by a $315 Personal Living Benefit.
What you can earn and keep
- SIS: each month you can earn $375 (single), $475 (couple without children) or $500 (family) before your benefit goes down.
- SAID: each year you can earn $7,500 (single), $8,700 (couple) or $9,500 (family) without a reduction.
- Incidental income: since May 2026, the incidental income exemption in both programs is $200 a month, up from $100.
Who qualifies
- You live in Saskatchewan and are 18 or older.
- You’re a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident or a refugee, or you’re here under the Canada-Ukraine program.
- You have little or no income, and for SIS, you’ve looked at other reasonable ways to support yourself.
- For SAID: your disability is significant, enduring and permanent in nature. It must substantially affect your daily living, so that you rely on things like assistive devices, personal help, a service animal or accommodations. SAID also requires a Disability Impact Assessment.
How to apply
- SIS: apply online through a Saskatchewan Account at services.saskatchewan.ca. It takes about 25 minutes, and you have 15 days to finish. You can also call 1-866-221-5200 (TTY 1-866-995-0099) or visit a Social Services office.
- SAID: apply online or call 1-888-567-7243 (TTY 1-866-995-0099), Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Have ready your Social Insurance Number, Saskatchewan health card number, pay stubs, rental agreement and bank statements, plus a Direct Deposit Authorization form.
- For SIS, finish the mandatory questionnaire within 30 days.
What changed in 2026
- May 1, 2026: core SIS and SAID benefits went up 2%, or up to $40 more a month per household. SIS also added a one-time $1,000 utility arrears benefit per household.
- September 1, 2026: SAID’s separate laundry, telephone and disability income benefits were folded into the Living Income Benefit, raising the base rates by $80 to $100. The four community tiers became two, and the meal allowance ended. About 40% of clients get more, $46 a month on average and up to $294. No current client gets less. Check your notice from Social Services for your own new amount.
- Family caregivers: SAID residential support benefits are rising 10% a year for three years.
Does the Canada Disability Benefit affect SIS or SAID?
No. In June 2025 Saskatchewan exempted the federal Canada Disability Benefit from both SIS and SAID. The province said eligible clients can get up to $200 a month, which was the full benefit then, without any cut to their provincial payment. The federal maximum rose to $204.20 a month in July 2026. If you’re 18 to 64 and have the Disability Tax Credit, it’s worth applying.
Payment late, missing or different?
Direct deposits arrive on the date in the calendar at the top of this page. Cheques are mailed a few days earlier, so allow extra days for mail. If your deposit isn’t in by the end of that day, check with your bank, then call:
- SIS and general questions: 1-866-221-5200, or 306-798-0660 in Regina (TTY 1-866-995-0099), Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- SAID: 1-888-567-7243.
Common reasons for a missing or smaller payment include:
- A new bank account or address you haven’t reported. SAID has change forms for your address, banking, household and income.
- Income that was counted that month, since SIS reviews your situation monthly.
- Shelter money paid straight to your landlord or utility company instead of to you.
Watch for scams. Social Services will never ask for a fee, gift cards or your password by text or email to release a payment. Don’t reply to messages like that. Call the numbers above yourself.
Other help you might be missing
- Seniors Income Plan (SIP): up to $360 a month for a single senior 65 or older, or $325 each for a couple, when you have little income besides OAS and GIS. There’s no application. It’s based on your tax return and your OAS/GIS file. SIP also gives you extra health benefits, including drug coverage. Call 1-800-667-7161.
- Guaranteed Income Supplement and Old Age Security: apply through Service Canada as you near 65. This is also how SIP finds you.
- Saskatchewan Employment Incentive: families on SIS or SAID who earn more than $500 a month may qualify for this extra help.
- Canada Child Benefit and the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit: file your taxes every year, even with no income, to keep these coming.
Common questions
Why did my SIS payment come before the 1st?
SIS and SAID pay the month’s benefit at the end of the previous month, so rent is covered on the 1st. The late-December deposit is January’s money.
How much is SAID for a single person in 2026?
Since September 1, 2026, the Living Income Benefit is $1,289 a month in Tier A cities and $1,214 elsewhere, plus actual utility costs.
Did my SAID go down in September 2026?
It shouldn’t have. The province says no current client will get less because of the changes. If your payment dropped, call 1-888-567-7243.
How much can I earn on SIS?
You can earn $375 a month as a single person, $475 as a couple or $500 as a family before SIS is reduced.
Are SIS and SAID paid on the same day?
Yes. Both programs use one payment schedule, which is shown in the calendar at the top of this page.
