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Government of Saskatchewan Provides Increased Funding to Support Persons with Disabilities

Adults with intellectual disabilities will benefit from an increased investment
in the 2025-26. · The province is increasing funding for supports to adults with intellectual disabilities: +$9.7 million for programs and services. · Expected impact: 215 people will receive new or expanded supports (residential and day programs, transition supports from youth to adult services, and operating funds for newly built group homes). · Capital: +$1.7 million for construction/planning of 10 new group homes and 1 assessment & stabilization home; planning begins for a medical group home for individuals with complex health needs. · Accessibility for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community: +$140,000 to Saskatchewan Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services to expand interpreting services province-wide. · Measures align with the Accessible Saskatchewan Act (in force since Dec 3, 2023), aimed at improving accessibility and participation in community life. Bottom line: Targeted capacity and service expansion (housing, day programs, transition supports), plus a small but meaningful boost to interpreting services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing residents.

https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2025/may/08/government-of-saskatchewan-provides-increased-funding-to-support-persons-with-disabilities
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