Backyard hens & livestock — Yorkton, Saskatchewan

Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?

In the City of Yorkton, Saskatchewan, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Yorkton Animal Control Bylaw No. 5/2018 (Consolidated), verified 2026-09-29. Max hens: five (5) hens.

City of Yorkton Animal Control Bylaw No. 5/2018 (Consolidated) adopted bylaw
hens permitted yes s. 46.2(1)(a)-(b)
max hens five (5) hens s. 46.2(2)
roosters prohibited yes s. 46.2(3)
bees permitted yes s. 46.1(1)(a)
livestock rule Unlawful to keep livestock within City boundaries, except on recognized industry premises, exhibition association premises, or with written approval not exceeding 24 hours. s. 48(1)
permit or licence Urban hen licence required; annual fee $75.00. Beekeeping licence required; annual fee $50.00. Hen keepers must obtain Saskatchewan Premises Identification (PID). s. 46.2(1)(a), (c); s. 46.1(1)(a); Schedule "C"
setback Coop: min 3 m from neighbouring dwelling; run: min 1 m from property line and 3 m from neighbour's dwelling; hive: min 3 m from property line or 6 foot hedge/fence. s. 46.2(9)(a)-(b); s. 46.1(5)
scout note

Section 46.1 allows licensed backyard beekeeping (max 1 hive with 6 supers, hive 3m+ from property lines, 25m+ from public space/school). Section 46.2 allows licensed urban hens: max 5 hens per residential property, no roosters or chicks, with coop/run size and setback rules.

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