Saskatchewan Immigration

Home of the famous Charlottetown Conference of 1864, for which it is known as “the birthplace of Canada.” Prince Edward Island (PEI) is one of the country’s three Maritime Provinces and oldest settlements still reflecting Canada’s heritage. Prince Edward Island (PEI) is the smallest province in Canada. Despite its size, it is one of the most popular destinations for prospective immigrants due to its riches in natural beauty, history and Canadian culture.

Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) is an immigration program that favours foreign nationals who possess the skills and experience needed in the province. Through this program, prospective immigrants with the skills and experience targeted by the province may receive a Saskatchewan Provincial Nomination Certificate, which will allow that foreign national to apply for Canadian Permanent Residence with processing times that are faster than other Canadian immigration classes.

The provincial government selects individuals who wish to establish themselves in the province and contribute to the local economy. Saskatchewan’s program identifies skilled workers, farmers, entrepreneurs, international students and individuals from certain professions in demand, and helps them to settle in Saskatchewan.

The province operates several immigration streams divided among four categories:

International Skilled Worker Category
This category accepts applications from skilled workers who plan to live and work in the Province of Saskatchewan.
Saskatchewan Work Experience Category
This category is for foreign workers that are currently living and working in Saskatchewan as remote national occupants.
Entrepreneur and Farm Category
This category is for individuals who wish to own and actively operate a business or farming operation in Saskatchewan.
International Graduate Entrepreneur Category
This category is for international students graduating from eligible post-secondary institutions in Saskatchewan planning to start a business in the province.

INTERNATIONAL SKILLED WORKER CATEGORY

For skilled applicants who are planning to live and work in Saskatchewan

I. EMPLOYMENT OFFER

For skilled workers who have received a job offer from an employer in Saskatchewan. The job must be approved by the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

REQUIREMENTS:

You must be part of the IRCC’s Express Entry pool.
Your Express Entry profile number and Job Seeker validation code must be included in the SINP application.
Have a letter of invitation.
If living in Canada, you must have a legal status
Have at least one year of paid work experience in the occupation of interest (within the past 10 years)
You must also have one year of relevant post secondary education and/or training comparable to the Canadian education and training standards.
Provide language test results.
Have sufficient funds to support yourself and settle in Saskatchewan

You need to score at least 60 out of 100 points on the point assessment grid.

II. OCCUPATIONS IN-DEMAND

For experienced high skilled workers who can perform jobs that are in high demand in Saskatchewan.

Job offer is not a requirement.

REQUIREMENTS:

If living in Canada, you must have a legal status
You must also have one year of relevant post secondary education and/or training comparable to the Canadian education and training standards.
Provide language test results.
Have sufficient funds to support yourself and settle in Saskatchewan
Have at least one year of paid work experience in the occupation in demand (within the past 10 years)

You need to score at least 60 out of 100 points on the point assessment grid.

III. SASKATCHEWAN EXPRESS ENTRY

Saskatchewan Express Entry allows the province to nominate experienced and skilled foreign nationals who are in the IRCC Express Entry Pool. There are three federal economic immigration programs:

FEDERAL SKILLED WORKER
FEDERAL SKILLED TRADE
CANADIAN EXPERIENCE CLASS

Federal skilled workers must obtain at least 67 out of 100 points.

SASKATCHEWAN EXPERIENCE CATEGORY

This category is for foreign workers that are currently living in Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan Experience Category accepts applications under the following difference sub-categories:

Existing Work Permit Sub-Category — This sub-category is for individuals who have been working in Saskatchewan for at least six months under a closed work permit or under a working holiday visa.

Health Professions Sub-Category — This sub-category is for individuals who have worked as a physician, a nurse, or in other health professions in Saskatchewan for at least six months.

Hospitality Sector Pilot Project — This sub-category is for individuals that are currently working in Saskatchewan as food and beverage servers, food counter attendants, kitchen helpers, or housekeeping and cleaning staff for at least six months. The employer must receive approval from the Province of Saskatchewan before the applicant begins work in Canada.

Long Haul Truck Drivers Sub-Category — This sub-category is for individuals that are currently working for an approved trucking firm in Saskatchewan for at least six months. Drivers must be working in Saskatchewan for a minimum of six months before applying.

Students Sub-Category — This sub-category is for students who have graduated from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada. Among the requirements, the student must have worked in Saskatchewan for at least twenty-four months before applying, or for six months if the institution is in Saskatchewan.

ENTREPRENEUR AND FARM CATEGORY

Entrepreneur: For experienced and senior managers who wish to become permanent residents by opening, purchasing or developing the existing business in Saskatchewan, should apply for the Entrepreneur Category. You must take on an active management role in the business.
Farm Owners and Operators: For experienced farmers who are interested to invest in the farm business, you may apply for the Saskatchewan Farm Category. Eligible candidates should have a minimum personal net worth of $500,000 and be ready to sign an agreement to submit a refundable $75,000 deposit.

INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE ENTREPRENEUR CATEGORY

The SINP’s International Graduate Entrepreneur Category offers a pathway to Canadian permanent residence for international graduates from eligible Saskatchewan institutions who wish to establish, acquire or partner in an eligible business in the province.

If invited to apply and approved, participants will have to operate and manage a business in Saskatchewan for at least one year and own at least one-third of the equity in a qualified business in order to be eligible for a provincial nomination for permanent residence.

Minimum Requirements for Candidates

In order to be eligible under the SINP’s International Graduate Entrepreneur Category, candidates must:

Be at least 21-years-old;
Have completed a full-time post-secondary degree or diploma of at least two years in length from an institution in Saskatchewan;
Have a valid Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) with at least two years of eligibility remaining;
Have resided in Saskatchewan for the duration of their academic program;
Have a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) of 7.

Business Establishment Criteria

In order to nominate for Canadian permanent residence from the SINP, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Reside in Saskatchewan;
Own and operate the business for at least one year before applying for a nomination;
Own at least one-third of the business, have made a verifiable direct investment in the business, and be actively involved in day-to-day management;
Sign a business performance agreement with the Government of Saskatchewan after the application is approved.