Eleven new supportive housing units have opened in Saskatoon for women involved in the justice system who may otherwise face incarceration or homelessness. The announcement was made by the Saskatchewan government on Thursday. “These homes will help women strengthen their wellbeing, increase their independence and build a foundation for long-term stability,” Social Services Minister Terry Jenson said in a news release. The one-bedroom units were developed through a partnership between the provincial government and the Elizabeth Fry Society of Saskatchewan, which will oversee day-to-day operations and provide case management and support services to residents. The organization also operates a 10-bed transitional house in Saskatoon. The province says the housing is intended to help women find stable accommodation while connecting them with services tailored to their individual needs. According to the province, the Ministry of Social Services contributed more than $1 million toward the project through its Rental Development Program. The funding was part of a $5 million investment announced in the 2025-26 provincial budget to help develop supportive housing units for people who need additional assistance to live independently. The province says the Ministry of Community Safety is also providing $918,000 over two years to support reintegration services for female offenders. The federal government’s Reaching Home program contributed more than $70,000 toward construction costs and over $335,000 for housing stabilization and wraparound supports.
