The provincial government is replacing the Saskatchewan Employment Supplement, and the Child Care Subsidy with a new program

Its called the  “The Saskatchewan Employment Incentive”.

“The Saskatchewan Employment Incentive supports our government’s goal of a strong economy, strong communities and strong families,” Social Services Minister Gene Makowsky said. “By helping parents enter and stay in the workforce, this program will have lasting, positive impacts on the quality of life for families with lower incomes.” 

Under the plan, working low income parents who are transitioning from income assistance programs will eligible for up to 600 dollars a month in support, depending on how may kids they have.

“Paying for the costs associated with being at work, like transportation and child care, can be difficult for families – especially single parents,” Makowsky said. “This new program supports families to manage those extra pressures so they are better off working rather than on other income assistance programs.”

The changes will go into effect early in the new year.