REGINA — Starting this month, income assistance clients are receiving higher monthly benefits.
Monthly income assistance basic benefits increase by two per cent for Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) and Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID) clients.
In May 2025, SIS clients will receive higher monthly benefits for the fourth year in a row. The monthly Adult Basic Benefit and Shelter Benefit is increased by a combined total of up to $40 per month.
Also, in May, SAID benefits will increase up to $40 per month. SAID clients can also qualify for a $1,000 increase in earned income exemptions, enabling clients to earn more from employment before their benefits are impacted.
Other programs for low income families include doubling the Active Families Benefit, enhancements to basic tax credits and a five per cent increase to the Saskatchewan Low-Income Tax Credit annually for the next four years.
