Saskatchewan Immigration

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) allows the province to nominate candidates to the federal government for permanent residence under three main categories:

International Skilled Worker
Saskatchewan Experience
Business Immigration

These categories are divided into several sub-categories for different types of immigration candidate

What Are Saskatchewan’s Immigration Streams?

International Skilled Worker	Saskatchewan Experience	Business
Employment Offer	Skilled Worker With Existing Work Permit	Entrepreneur
Occupation-In-Demand	Semi-Skilled Agriculture Worker With Existing Work Permit	Farm Owners/Operators
Saskatchewan Express Entry	Hospitality Sector Pilot Project	Young Farmers
	Long Haul Truck Drivers
	Students

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1. Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker Category

The Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker category includes sub-categories for:

Employment Offer
Occupation-In-Demand
Saskatchewan Express Entry
The Occupation-In-Demand and Saskatchewan Express Entry sub-categories operate using an Expression of Interest system.

Employment Offer Sub-Category

This sub-category is for skilled workers who have a job offer for a skilled occupation in Saskatchewan. Candidates outside Canada or with proof of legal status in Canada both qualify.

What Are The Requirements For The Employment Offer Sub-Category?

Score a minimum of 60 points on the SINP points assessment grid
Have at least one-year experience in the past 10 years in your intended occupation
Have a language score of at least Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4. Employers and regulatory bodies may ask for higher
Obtain the appropriate licensure in Saskatchewan where your profession is regulated, or a skilled trade. For skilled trades, a certificate is required from the Saskatchewan
Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission
Have an offer of permanent, full-time employment in Saskatchewan
Valid SINP Job Approval Letter
Job-offer must be in NOC A, B, 0 or a designated trade

Occupation-In-Demand Sub-Category

This sub-category is for skilled workers who do not have a job offer but are highly-skilled in a Saskatchewan in-demand occupation
Saskatchewan immigration publishes a list of excluded occupations that do not qualify.
Candidates outside Canada or with proof of legal status in Canada both qualify

What Are The Requirements For The Occupation-In-Demand Sub-Category?

Score a minimum of 60 points on the SINP points assessment grid
Have a language score of at least Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4. Employers and regulatory bodies may ask for higher
Have completed one year of post-secondary education, training or apprenticeship comparable to the Canadian education system. You must have earned a diploma, certificate or degree.
Degrees and diplomas obtained outside Canada subject to an Educational Credential Assessment
At least one-year work experience in the past 10 years
In your field of education or training occupation, and
In an occupation in NOC A, B, 0 not included on the excluded occupation list.
Obtain the appropriate licensure in Saskatchewan if your field so requires, as the authorities will not process an application without the licensure.
Have proof of settlement funds and a settlement plan.
Pay a non-refundable $300 application fee online.

Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category

This sub-category is for skilled workers who want to live and work in Saskatchewan and are in the federal Express Entry Pool.
Candidates outside Canada or with proof of legal status in Canada both qualify.

What Are The Requirements For The Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category?

Have a profile in the Express Entry Pool, with profile number and job seeker validation code
Score a minimum of 60 points on the SINP points assessment grid
Provide valid language test results from a designated testing agency matching those in the Express Entry profile
Have completed one year of post-secondary education, training or apprenticeship comparable to the Canadian education system. You must have earned a diploma, certificate or degree.
Degrees and diplomas obtained outside Canada subject to an Educational Credential Assessment
Have at least one of the following experience requirements in your field of education or training occupation
One year of work experience in the past 10 years in a skilled profession (non-trades)
Two years of work experience in a skilled trade in the past five years; or
One year of work experience in Canada in the past three years (trades and non-trades).
Have work experience in a high-skilled occupation in NOC A, B, 0 not included on the excluded occupation list.
Obtain the appropriate licensure in Saskatchewan where your profession is regulated, or a skilled trade. For skilled trades, a certificate is required from the Saskatchewan
Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission
Have proof of settlement funds and a settlement plan
Pay a non-refundable $300 application fee online.

Saskatchewan Excluded Occupation List

Saskatchewan immigration publishes a list of excluded occupations that do not qualify for the Occupation In-Demand and Express Entry sub-categories.
Read the latest Saskatchewan Excluded Occupation List.

2. Saskatchewan Experience Category

Skilled Worker With Existing Work Permit Sub-Category

This sub-category is for skilled workers who have been working in Saskatchewan for at least 6 months with a valid work permit.

What Are The Requirements For The Skilled Worker With Existing Work Permit Sub-Category?

Permanent full-time job-offer from a Saskatchewan employer in NOC A, B, 0 or a designated trade
Valid SINP Job Approval Letter
Worked for more than 6 months for the employer offering the job, with a valid IRCC work permit
Job offer must be for the same position worked in for last 6 months
Demonstrate required language skills for NOC C occupations.
Obtain the appropriate licensure in Saskatchewan where your profession is regulated, or a skilled trade. For skilled trades, a certificate is required from the Saskatchewan
Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission

Semi-Skilled Agriculture Worker With Existing Work Permit Sub-Category

This sub-category is for semi-skilled agriculture workers who have been working in Saskatchewan for at least 6 months with a valid work permit.

What Do I Need For The Semi-Skilled Agriculture Worker With Existing Work Permit Sub-Category?

Permanent full-time job-offer from a Saskatchewan employer in one of the following occupations
NOC 8431: General Farm Worker
NOC 8432: Nursery and Greenhouse Worker
Valid SINP Job Approval Letter
Have worked for more than six months for the employer offering you the job, with a valid IRCC work permit
Job offer must be for the same position worked in for last 6 months
Existing work permit must be for one of the following programs
Seasonal Agriculture Worker Program
International Experience Canada
Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Equivalent of Canadian secondary school education (high school) or above, demonstrated by a valid Educational Credential Assessment
Demonstrate required language skills for NOC C occupations

Health Professional Sub-Category

This category is aimed at:

Physicians
Nurses
Other health professionals
Candidates must be already working in Saskatchewan on a temporary work permit for at least 6 months

What Are The Saskatchewan Physicians Stream Requirements?

Have a valid IRCC work permit
Have been practicing as a physician in Saskatchewan for at least 6 months
Have a permanent, full-time job offer that has been
Issued by a provincial health authority or the health education institution where you are currently working; and/or
Verified with documents that describe your permanent arrangement to practice medicine in Saskatchewan.
Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter.

What Are The Saskatchewan Nurses Stream Requirements?

Have a valid IRCC work permit
Have been practicing as a nurse in Saskatchewan for at least 6 months
Have a permanent, full-time job offer from Saskatchewan Health Authority, Saskatchewan Cancer Agency another publicly-funded health employer
Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter

What Are The Requirements For The Saskatchewan Other Health Professionals Stream?

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Be currently working in a health job supported by the appropriate regional health authority, licensing body or other employer
Position can be NOC level A, B, C or 0
Have at least one academic year of post-secondary education or job specific training
Have a valid IRCC work permit
Have been working in an approved health job in Saskatchewan, for at least 6 months for the employer offering you the permanent job, in the same job position
Have a permanent, full-time job offer from Saskatchewan Health Authority, Saskatchewan Cancer Agency another publicly-funded health employer
Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter
Demonstrate sufficient proficiency in the English language
Obtain the appropriate licensure in Saskatchewan if your field so requires, as the authorities will not process an application without the licensure

Hospitality Sector Pilot Project Sub-Category

This pilot project allows applications for permanent residence from foreign nationals currently working in Saskatchewan for more than 6 months in one three occupations.

What Are The Hospitality Sector Pilot Project Requirements?

Currently working in Saskatchewan on a temporary work permit as a Food/Beverage Server (NOC 6513), Food Counter Attendant/Kitchen Helper (NOC 6711) or
Housekeeping/Cleaning Staff (NOC 6731)
Have completed at least Grade 12 education or equivalent
Work for an employer that has been approved by the SINP to participate in the Hospitality Sector Project
Work in Saskatchewan for at least six months and meet all work and performance standards
Have an offer of permanent employment from an approved Saskatchewan employer
Demonstrate sufficient proficiency in the English language
Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter

Long Haul Truck Drivers Sub-Category

Long Haul Truck Drivers working in Canada on a temporary work permit may transition to a permanent status under this category.

What Are The Requirements For Saskatchewan Long-Haul Truck Drivers?

Be working for a minimum of 6 months for an approved Saskatchewan trucking company
Have an offer of full-time permanent employment from current employer
Demonstrate sufficient proficiency in the English language
Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter.

Saskatchewan Student Stream Sub-Category

This category is aimed at international students who have graduated from a Canadian or Saskatchewan post-secondary institution

It is divided into two streams:

1. Students Who Have Graduated from a Saskatchewan Institute

Requirements:

Obtained a certificate, diploma or degree from a Saskatchewan post-secondary educational institution
Have at least 6 consecutive months (or 960 hours) of paid employment in Saskatchewan
Hold a Post-Graduation Work Permit
Have an indeterminate full-time job offer in your field of study from a Saskatchewan employer

The job should be:

NOC A, B, or 0
In a designated trade
Related to your field of study and require post-secondary education
Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter
Demonstrate required language skills for NOC C occupations.

2. Students Who Have Graduated From an Institute in Canada

Obtained a certificate, diploma or degree from a Canadian post-secondary educational institution subsequent to a program of at least 8 months of full time study
Hold a Post-Graduation Work Permit
Have at least 6 consecutive months (or 960 hours) of paid employment in Saskatchewan in a position related to your field of study
Have an indeterminate full-time job offer in your field of study from a Saskatchewan employer

The job should be:

NOC A, B, or 0
In a designated trade
Related to your field of study and require post-secondary education
Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter
Demonstrate required language skills for NOC C occupations

3. Saskatchewan Business Immigration

Entrepreneur Stream

The Saskatchewan Entrepreneur Stream allows candidates and their families to start, obtain or partner in a business in the province.
Candidates must be actively involved in managing the business and live in Saskatchewan.

How Do I Apply For The Saskatchewan Entrepreneur Stream?

The Saskatchewan Entrepreneur stream is a three-stage process:

Expression of interest
Invitation to submit application
Nomination
Successful candidates initially come to Canada on a temporary work permit
They become eligible to apply for nomination after a minimum of 6 months spent establishing their business

The expression of interest must meet the following minimum entry requirements:

Minimum net worth of $500,000 legally acquired
Minimum of three years of entrepreneurial or relevant management experience
Investment of at least $300,000 in Regina or Saskatoon, or $200,000 is any other Saskatchewan area
Candidates enter a pool where they receive a score. The top scoring candidates are invited to submit an application

Applications must include:

Business Establishment Plan confirming figures in expression of interest, and including at least one third ownership of a company in Saskatchewan, unless investment is $1 million or higher.
Commitment to be active in day-to-day management of business.
Creation of two or more jobs for Canadian citizens or permanent residents if the business is located in Regina or Saskatoon.
Candidates who meet requirements must sign a Business Performance Agreement (BPA).
The SINP will then issue a letter to support a work permit application.
If the work permit application is successful, candidates come to Canada and begin establishing their business.
After 6 months, candidates become eligible to apply for provincial nomination for permanent residence. They must also meet the terms of the BPA

Farm Owners/Operators Stream

This category is aimed at individuals with experience in farming who wish to purchase and operate a farm in Saskatchewan.
It also includes a stream aimed at young farmers wishing to establish in the province.
Successful candidates are issued permanent residence directly. Certain candidates can enter Saskatchewan on a temporary work permit while their PR application is processed.

What Are The Requirements For The Farm Owners/Operators Stream?

Net worth of $500,000
Deposit of $75,000 with the province, refundable upon meeting the terms of a performance agreement with the province
Exploratory visit to Saskatchewan prior to the application
Documented farm operation knowledge and experience
Practical, well-thought-out proposal for a commercial Saskatchewan farming opportunity

What Are The Requirements For The Young Farmer Stream?

Minimum net worth of $300,000
Under the age of 40 at the time of application
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in farm ownership, management or practical farming
Make a viable proposal for a commercial farming opportunity in Saskatchewan with a reasonable expectation of profit
Have other marketable skills that will supplement a farming income
Conduct an exploratory visit prior to the application

Saskatchewan Immigration