You are eligible if you:
- Spend 35 per cent or more of their annual before-tax household income on shelter costs (rent and utilities);
- Have less than $300,000 in household assets; and
- Your annual before-tax household income is at or below the limits that can found on the SHB website
You may not be eligible if:
- you receive support from another Government of Saskatchewan income assistance or training program.
- you rent from a housing authority under the Social Housing Program.
- you are a sponsored newcomer to Canada; or
- you are a full-time post-secondary student.
Individuals in vulnerable situations can also receive financial support through referral from an approved organization through the Supportive Housing Stream and the Seeking Safety from Interpersonal Violence Stream.
Proof of residency in Province
For example:
- lease agreement
- rent receipt
- household bill
- gas
- electricity
- cable television
- telephone
- driver's license
- vehicle registration or car insurance
- membership in social or professional organization
- Other:
- bank information
- employment information
Proof of housing situation
For example:
- letter from landlord about your housing situation
- eviction notice
- disconnection notice
- police report about an incident involving your housing
- moving company quote or invoice
- list of repairs needed in home
- list of expenses for renovations needed for independence in the home
- proof of home ownership (mortgage, property ownership)
Complete the Saskatchewan Housing Benefit Application by:
- Application Form (PDF)
- Online Application
- Both applications are the same. You only need to complete one application.
Forward your completed application and required documents to SHC by:
- Email: SaskHousingBenefit@gov.sk.ca
- Fax: 1-306-798-3110
- Mail: 11th floor - 1920 Broad St, Regina, SK, S4P 3V6
If you have any questions or would like more information, contact SHC toll free at 1 844 787 4177 or by email at saskhousingbenefit@gov.sk.ca.
The SHB Supportive Housing Stream and Seeking Safety Streams are available by referral only through an SHC approved referral organization. Please contact SHC to find out if your supportive organization is eligible to make referrals for this benefit: SaskHousingBenefit@gov.sk.ca or 1-844-787-4177