Saskatchewan tenancy exit for interpersonal violence

Special tenancy exit

The government says a victim may end certain fixed-term tenancies with 28 days’ notice after receiving a certificate from the Victim Services Branch. It is not an ordinary no-reason termination option.

Under section 64.2 of The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, the notice must be in writing, dated, identify the tenant, state the effective date and qualifying grounds, and be served with the required authorized certificate. The notice must be at least 28 days before the tenancy is to end and served no later than 90 days after the certificate is issued. Confirm the relevant certificate and safe service method with Victims Services.

Privacy and safety

If informing a landlord would create risk, seek specialist support before delivering sensitive documents. Store evidence safely and use a trusted device if needed.

Where to start

See Saskatchewan’s official ending-tenancy guidance and the Victim Services Branch process. This article does not assess whether a particular certificate or notice has been properly issued.

What to do next

Keep your rental agreement, notices, proof of when you received them, payment records and messages. Open the ORT forms directory or check the current provincial ORT guidance.