Saskatchewan Disability Benefits Simplified | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Starting September 1, Saskatchewan’s disability income program is getting a major overhaul to simplify things for recipients. Laundry and phone allowances are now bundled into the main living allowance, and payment tiers are being cut from four to two. Unused benefits are being phased out—but no one will end up with less money. Minister Terry Jenson says the goal is to make the system clearer and easier to navigate, without cutting overall funding. About 40% of recipients will see higher monthly payments, while the rest will see no change. The message: no one loses out—just get more support…