Running a 50/50 draw, prize raffle, or some other fundraising lottery in Saskatchewan? You need to play by the rules — or risk it all getting shut down.
According to the province, to run an online raffle in Saskatchewan, you must apply for a raffle lottery license at least 8 weeks before the first day of ticket sales.
But hey, we suggest you get ahead of the game and apply for your lottery license well before you need it. Rafflebox can't bend time or licensing rules, and we can't launch a raffle without the proper paperwork.
This guide cuts through the noise and lays out everything you need to do to apply for a lottery license in Saskatchewan.
If your fundraiser has these ingredients, it’s a lottery, and you’re going to need approval:
✅ A chance to win. Someone’s got to lose.
✅ An entry fee. If they’re paying to play, it counts.
✅ A prize. Cash, cars, or something else people actually want.
Think 50/50 draw, prize raffle, home lottery — you get the idea.
Provincial laws say you're going to need a license.
It's easy enough to apply, but a little preparation goes a long way with the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA). Before applying for a charitable lottery license, make sure:
➡️ You're eligible for the license (19+ and a registered charity or non-profit organization).
➡️ You've finalized your raffle rules and prize descriptions (you'll need these details for your application).
1️⃣ First, connect with Rafflebox to secure your online raffle agreement and sample ticket (you'll need these for your application).
2️⃣ Read the full instructions before applying (yeah, we know you were going to jump ahead).
3️⃣ Prepare your application before applying. Before applying, you need to have these key things ready:
Prize value and description(s)
Ticket sales dates and prices
Draw date(s) and location
How the winner(s) will be determined
Projected revenues and expenses
Price quotes for all merchandise prizes
Complete rules of play for the lottery
A copy of your draft ticket (Rafflebox will provide an example of an email ticket you'll need to submit with your license application)
A copy of all advertising
4️⃣ Apply for your raffle license online by signing in, or if this is your first time, create an account (it only takes a minute).
Application fees vary depending on the type of raffle program. You can expect to pay a fee of $52.50 per license to the SLGA.
First, pick your winner in the Rafflebox Dashboard.
Then, submit your financial report to the SLGA.
⭐ Before applying, connect with Rafflebox to secure your online raffle agreement and sample ticket.
⭐ Apply for a raffle lottery license at least 8 weeks before the first day of ticket sales.
⭐ Use the reports in the Rafflebox Dashboard to help you complete the post raffle financial report to the SLGA.
Stick to the rules, file your paperwork, and run a raffle that’s legit. Got questions? We're here to answer them.
Let’s make your fundraiser a success without breaking a sweat — or the law.