Ministry Of Social Services

• Saskatoon Fire Department report highlights homeless encampments and costs

  The report for 2023 up to June 25 had 290 encampments found by fire inspectors across 44 neighbourhoods in Saskatoon.

  Canada

  Aug 28
  
• Saskatoon footing the bill on homelessness with ministry slow to act

  A report presented to city council on Tuesday shows that the Saskatoon Fire Department has been using two fire inspectors to reach homeless individuals and address safety issues.

  Canada

  Aug 8
  
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• Over 60 per cent of Sask. income support calls unanswered by ministry: auditor’s report

  Provincial Auditor Tara Clemett said the Ministry of Social Services needs to provide more access to potential Saskatchewan income support (SIS) clients to apply for benefits.

  Canada

  Jun 6
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• Sask. government announces new online application for SAID program

  Saskatchewan's new online system for those who wish to apply for the Saskatchewan Assured Incomes for Disability program is meant to be simple, convenient and accessible.

  Politics

  Feb 16
• Saskatchewan government introduces new legislation for accessibility improvement

  The Saskatchewan government introduced legislation that will improve accessibility in the province and will set new standards for those with physical and mental disabilities.

  Politics

  Nov 16, 2022
• Community groups look for answers as shelters reach capacity

  Some of Saskatoon's community-based organizations are looking for ways to support the city's homeless population as they try to search for available shelter spaces.

  Canada

  Oct 7, 2022
• Saskatoon Salvation Army takes on Lighthouse’s emergency shelter beds

  Executive Director Gordon Taylor said they have beds on the second floor and have had to set up extra beds on the main floor in areas that are used for program space.

  Canada

  Oct 3, 2022
• Support for high-needs Saskatchewan Income Support clients increasing

  Support for Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) clients with complex challenges or at risk of homelessness is being increased, according to the provincial government.

  Canada

  Nov 12, 2021
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• City of Regina responds to relocation of Camp Hope

  The City of Regina confirms a lease agreement has been signed for an indoor space for Camp Hope but cannot release the location just yet until preparations are completed.

  Lifestyle

  Nov 8, 2021
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• Kinsmen Manor in Saskatoon transitioning to community homes

  Elmwood Residences says the new community homes located in neighbourhoods across Saskatoon will support up to four adults and will be designed to meet their unique ways.

  Canada

  Oct 6, 2021