Saskatchewan is one of the provinces in Canada that has an income support program called theSIS, which sets an allowance for both individuals and families who belong to the low-income category. Without it, most of the residents face misery, unemployment, and other financial problems.
2024 SIS Payment Dates
SIS is a monthly payment; recipients can receive the funds through direct deposit or by mailed cheque. Payments to individuals vary depending on income, family size, and need. Distinct financial benefits are evidenced in recipients of all sizes.
Applicants can request to have the funds directly deposited, usually assuring faster access to the funds, or by cheque through the mail, which will take longer to arrive.
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Go through the table below to check the month-wise payment dates.
| Month | Check Payment Date | Direct Deposit Date |
| January | December 22, 2023 | December 28, 2023 |
| February | January 25, 2024 | January 30, 2024 |
| March | February 26, 2024 | February 28, 2024 |
| April | March 25, 2024 | March 27, 2024 |
| May | April 25, 2024 | April 29, 2024 |
| June | May 28, 2024 | May 30, 2024 |
| July | June 25, 2024 | June 27, 2024 |
| August | July 25, 2024 | July 30, 2024 |
| September | August 27, 2024 | August 29, 2024 |
| October | September 25, 2024 | September 27, 2024 |
| November | October 28, 2024 | October 30, 2024 |
| December | November 26, 2024 | November 28, 2024 |
Eligibility Criteria for the SIS Payments 2024
To qualify for this support, applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria. Below are the key requirements for eligibility:
- Applicants must be permanent residents of Saskatchewan.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. In a few specific cases, it is permissible for minors to be eligible, but for the most part, the program is directed towards adults.
- Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or with refugee status.
- Those who came into Canada through the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel are also eligible.
- No or low income shall be demonstrated by applicants, including those who have completely exhausted all other possible sources of income such as jobs or child support.
- Other resources have been exhausted: An applicant has to contemplate all other sources of money which might be at hand prior to making an application for SIS. It would include job search, applications to other programs, or calling other community organizations which may help him/her.
How to apply for the SIS Payment 2024
The general overview of how to apply for SIS is available below.
- Locate a SIS office near your area. An online directory provided by the Saskatchewan Government can be accessed here: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/financial-help/saskatchewan-income-support-sis
- Set an appointment so that one may discuss their situation and go through the process of application.
- Fill out application forms honestly, ensuring that complete information is provided.
- Photocopies of all required documents will be needed: Identification: birth certificate, driver licence, passport etc.
- Income data: pay stubs, personnel records, etc.
- Expenses supported by receipts of rent paid, utility bills, medical bills, etc.
- Social Security number: When applying
- The length of time it will take to process SSI applications depends on the complexity of your case.
- You will be informed as to the decision about eligibility and if eligible, the amount of benefit.
- If you are deemed eligible for Saskatchewan Income Support, your benefits will be mailed out on a monthly basis depending on which payment method you chose: direct deposit, paper cheque, and trusteeship.
SIS Payment Rates
The amount of a Saskatchewan Income Support payment varies depending on your situation. Below is the information regarding the SIS payment amounts:
Basic Benefit Rates as of May 1, 2024
- Adult Basic Benefit, not living on Northern Administration District: $355/month
- Adult Basic Benefit, living on Northern Administration District: $425/month
Children’s Basic Benefit: $65/child per month
Shelter Benefit Rates effective from 2024
| Location | Singles | Couples (without children) | Families (1-2 children) | Families (3+ children) |
| Saskatoon/Regina | $650/month | $830/month | $1,065/month | $1,245/month |
| Remainder of the province | $590/month | $720/month | $820/month | $925/month |
Employment Income Exemptions
- Single: $375/month
- Couple without children: $475/month
- Family: $500/month
- Families with children who earn more than $500/month can receive the Saskatchewan Employment Incentive.
Increases effective 2024
- SIS benefits up to $90/month, including:
- Adult Basic Benefit and Shelter Benefit up to $60/household
- Alternate Heating Benefit increased by $30/month
- SAID benefits increased by up to $55/month for Living Income Benefits