Saskatchewan · The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006

Tenant Rights in Saskatchewan

Everything renters and landlords need to know under The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 — from security deposits and rent increases to eviction notices and how the Office of Residential Tenancies resolves disputes.

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Saskatchewan Rental Law at a Glance

Rental housing in Saskatchewan is governed by The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, the provincial law that sets out the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants -- from how much notice is needed before a rent increase to how a tenancy can legally be ended. The Act applies to most rented houses, apartments, and duplexes across the province, including Saskatoon, Regina, and smaller Saskatchewan communities.

The Office of Residential Tenancies (ORT) is the independent agency that administers the Act. The ORT provides information about landlord and tenant rights, and resolves disputes -- including deposit claims, repair issues, and evictions -- through a formal application and hearing process. Whether you're just starting a tenancy or dealing with a dispute near the end of one, the ORT is the first place to go for an authoritative answer.

Guides by Topic

Detailed, source-verified guides covering every stage of a Saskatchewan tenancy.

Money & Deposits

Security deposits, rent increases, and utility costs.

Security Deposits

The one-month cap, two-installment rule, and how deposit claims work.

Rent Increases

The 12-month notice rule, and the 6-month exception for association landlords.

Utilities

Who pays for heat, power, and shared meters.

Starting a Tenancy

Lease agreements and move-in condition reports.

Lease Agreements

What every Saskatchewan tenancy agreement must include, plus Schedule 1.

Move-In / Move-Out Reports

The ORT's Condition of Premises Checklist and why it matters.

During Your Tenancy

Landlord entry rules and repair obligations.

Landlord Entry Rules

The 24-hour to 7-day notice window, and the 2-hour rule for showings.

Repairs & Maintenance

Your landlord's duty to keep the unit fit for habitation.

Ending a Tenancy

Notice periods, breaking a lease, and the eviction process.

Notice to End a Tenancy

Why tenant and landlord notice periods differ sharply.

Breaking a Lease & Subletting

How to sublet or assign a fixed-term lease, and the $20 fee cap.

The Eviction Process

Why only a sheriff can remove a tenant, and how ORT hearings work.

Resolving Disputes

Filing a complaint and getting the ORT involved.

Filing a Complaint with the ORT

The $50 filing fee, the hearing process, and enforcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much notice does my landlord need to give before raising my rent in Saskatchewan?

12 months, for most landlords -- one of the longest rent-increase notice periods in Canada. Landlords who belong to a prescribed landlord association can use a shorter 6-month notice instead. There is no 60-day rule in Saskatchewan.

What is the maximum security deposit a landlord can charge?

One month's rent. Landlords can only collect up to 50% of it up front, with the remaining balance due within two months of the tenancy starting.

Does my landlord need to give the same notice I do to end a month-to-month tenancy?

No. A tenant gives one month's notice. A landlord's notice period depends on the reason -- as little as immediate notice for significant rent arrears, up to two months if they, a family member, or a new purchaser plan to move in.

How do I file a dispute with the Office of Residential Tenancies?

Through the ORT's online portal, for a non-refundable $50 filing fee. Hearings are typically held by phone, and decisions can be appealed within 30 days.

Official Resources

Office of Residential Tenancies Renting and Leasing — Government of Saskatchewan Rent Increases — Government of Saskatchewan Security Deposits — Government of Saskatchewan Settling Disputes and Steps to a Hearing

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