Sask. income assistance error leaves disabled clients without benefits [Video]

Saskatchewan’s social services ministry says its disabled clients on income assistance have not received their benefit cheques in the mail.

“On July 31, the Ministry of Social Services become aware of an apparent delay in delivery of cheques to some Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID) clients,” the ministry told CTV News in an emailed statement.

SAID clients who have direct deposit were paid as usual, the ministry says, and there were no issues with other income assistance programs.

• Get the CTV News app for Saskatchewan breaking news alerts and top stories 

“The ministry is investigating the delivery delay and providing immediate emergency assistance to impacted clients to ensure their needs are met.”

Clients who need emergency funds can contact their income assistance worker or visit their local office, the ministry says.

For those who need after hours support, Saskatoon residents should contact the Salvation Army, in Regina and Prince …