What Saskatchewan requires
- To enter without the tenant's permission at the time, the landlord gives written notice at least 24 hours and not more than seven days before the entry, with a reasonable purpose and the date and time, stating a window of no more than four hours between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. unless the tenant agrees otherwiseThe Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 45 (1) (b), (2) · Government of Saskatchewan, Landlord's Right to Enter a Rental Property
- Entry is also allowed with the tenant's permission at the time or up to seven days before, for housekeeping services a written agreement provides, under an Office of Residential Tenancies order, when the unit reasonably appears abandoned, or in an emergency to protect life or propertyThe Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 45 (1)
- After the tenant gives notice to end the tenancy, or within two months before a fixed term ends, the landlord may show the unit to prospective tenants once notice is given and two hours have passed (or notice is given in the prescribed manner)The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 45 (3), (4) · Government of Saskatchewan, Landlord's Right to Enter a Rental Property
- Showing to a prospective purchaser needs 24 hours' notice or the tenant's consent; showings to tenants or buyers happen only between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. on a day that is not a Sunday or the tenant's day of religious worshipThe Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 45 (5), (6)
- A notice to a tenant is served by personal service, or by posting it on the front door of the unit and also sending it by ordinary mail or in electronic formThe Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 82 (2) (a)
- A notice served by ordinary mail is deemed served on the third business day after mailing, and one given in electronic form on the next business day, unless the person shows they did not receive it, or received it later, through no fault of their ownThe Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 82 (4), (5)
The written notice
Give written notice 24 hours to seven days before the entry. It states a reasonable purpose, the date, and a window of no more than four hours between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. unless the tenant agrees to another time. The Office of Residential Tenancies offers an approved notice through its online portal.
Serving it so it counts
Hand the notice to the tenant, or post it on the front door and also mail it or send it electronically. Mail counts as served on the third business day after mailing, so plan the date of entry from then.
Showings
Near the end of a tenancy, prospective tenants can be shown the unit two hours after notice. Prospective buyers need 24 hours' notice or consent. Either kind of showing is limited to 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., never on a Sunday or the tenant's day of worship.
Common mistakes
- A notice giving a full-day window: Saskatchewan caps it at four hours.
- Notice given ten days ahead: more than seven days does not count.
- Mailing the notice the day before the entry: it is not served until the third business day.
Sources
- The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 45 (1) (b), (2), checked October 26, 2026
- Government of Saskatchewan, Landlord's Right to Enter a Rental Property, checked October 26, 2026
- The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 45 (1), checked October 26, 2026
- The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 45 (3), (4), checked October 26, 2026
- The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 45 (5), (6), checked October 26, 2026
- The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 82 (2) (a), checked October 26, 2026
- The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, s. 82 (4), (5), checked October 26, 2026
Last reviewed October 26, 2026. Next review due January 26, 2027. This page explains published rules to help you write your report. It is not legal advice; the official text linked above governs.