REGINA — The Government of Saskatchewan has allocated an additional $3 million to the Seniors Income Plan (SIP) this year, assisting approximately 14,500 seniors with low income.
On July 1, the maximum monthly benefit increased $30 per month from $330 to $360 for single seniors, and from $295 to $325 per month each for married partners for a total of $650 per month.
SIP provides seniors with financial assistance to help meet their basic needs, in addition to income they receive through the Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement. Eligible seniors automatically receive this benefit based on the filing of their most recent income tax return.
For more information about SIP, please visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/seniors-services/financial-help-for-seniors.
