Emergency shelters in Saskatchewan that serve clients referred through income assistance programs, are receiving a boost in funding to help respond to pressures brought on by COVID-19. The Government of Saskatchewan will provide an additional $171,000.

The new funding is in addition to pandemic response supports that were announced in April. Funding for emergency shelters under contract with the Ministry of Social Services is approximately $4 million annually.

The Saskatoon Lighthouse and the Salvation Army are two local organizations receiving help.
Others are: Lloydminster Men’s Shelter, YWCA Regina – My Aunt’s Place, YWCA Cold Weather Shelter Prince Albert, The Lighthouse Supported Living in North Battleford locations, Salvation Army Regina, and Souls Harbour Rescue Mission in Regina and in Moose Jaw.