Announcement
Saskatchewan’s Rental Population Is Changing – What the New Report Reveals
July 21, 2026
Rental housing plays a critical role in Saskatchewan’s growth, providing homes for students, young professionals, families, newcomers, and seniors. As communities across the province continue to evolve, understanding who rents, why they rent, and what they need has never been more important.
Our new Saskatchewan Rental Population Report offers a closer look at the people who make up Saskatchewan’s rental market and the trends shaping housing demand across the province. The report explores key demographic insights, renter characteristics, and the economic and social factors influencing rental housing today.
The findings highlight the growing importance of rental housing as Saskatchewan attracts new residents and experiences continued population growth. With more people looking for quality, affordable places to live, the need for a diverse and sustainable rental housing supply continues to increase. The report also examines how more renters are actively choosing rental housing as a longer-term decision, and highlights that more than 6 in 10 renters are new to Canada in the last five years, reiterating how rental housing providers play a critical role in our growing communities. The report also examines what kinds of amenities renters are looking for, using Saskatchewan-specific data.
For housing providers, policymakers, community leaders, and anyone interested in Saskatchewan’s housing landscape, this report provides valuable data and insights to support informed decision-making and future planning.
Whether you’re looking to better understand current rental trends or prepare for future housing needs, this report is an important resource for anyone involved in the rental housing sector.