Saskatchewan is an agricultural production hub of Canada. The province offers an immigration pathway to applicants under their Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program. Well, here’s all about the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program. 

The SINP enables the province to:

• Invite Canada PR applications from non-Canadians who want to settle in the province.
• Nominate the applications of successful candidates for Canada PR to the federal government. 

Obtaining a nomination via Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program is the primary step towards becoming a permanent resident in the province. The applications approved by SINP are further processed for Canada PR by the IRCC. 

What Are Different Saskatchewan PNP Immigration Categories?

Saskatchewan PNP permits the province to nominate candidates for PR visas to the government of Canada via three major immigration categories: 

• Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker Program 
• Saskatchewan Experience Program 
• Saskatchewan Business Immigration Program 

Let us discuss them in detail. 

Saskatchewan Skilled Worker Category 

The International Skilled Worker Category is divided into three sub-streams. 

• Saskatchewan Employment Offer

Skilled workers who possess a job offer for a skilled profession in the province can opt for Saskatchewan immigration through this sub-stream. Moreover, applicants having evidence of legal status in Canada & those who are outside Canada can apply for this sub-stream. 

• Saskatchewan In-Demand Occupation 

Skilled workers who do not have a job offer but are highly skilled in a profession that is in demand in the province can apply for this subcategory. The list of professions that aren’t included in this sub-stream is published by SINP. Applicants have evidence of legal status in Canada & those who are outside Canada can apply for this category. 

• Saskatchewan Express Entry 

Skilled workers who are in the Express Entry pool & who wish to reside & work in the province can apply for this sub-stream. Applicants having evidence of legal status in Canada & those who are outside the nation can apply for this sub-stream. 

Below are the eligibility requirements for the program & its subsequent subcategories: 

• Have an Express Entry profile that has a job seeker validation code & profile number. 
• Secure at least 60 points in the points assessment grid in the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program. 
• Offer valid results/ outcomes for language tests from a recognized agency for testing corresponding to the results provided in the Express Entry profile.
• Have completed one year of training, apprenticeship, or education at the post-secondary level on par with the Canadian education system that results in a Degree, Diploma, or Certificate.
• Diplomas & Degrees obtained outside of Canada must be assessed for ECA. 
• Possess a minimum of any one of the following experience requirements in your area of training, profession, or education: 
• One year of work experience in a skilled profession in the last ten years
• Two years of work experience in a skilled trade in the last five years
• One year of work experience in Canada in the last three years
• Possess work experience in a high-skilled NOC profession 0, B, A not included in the disqualified profession list 
• Have a settlement plan & evidence for a settlement plan

Saskatchewan Experience Category 

• Skilled Worker Having Existing Work Permit 

Skilled workers who are working in the province for a minimum of six months & have a valid work permit can apply to this sub-stream.

• Semi-Skilled Agriculture Worker Having Existing Work Permit 

Semi-skilled agricultural workers who are working in the province for a minimum of six months & have a valid professional work permit can apply for this sub-stream.

• Health Professional 

Nurses, physicians & other health professionals who are working in the province for a minimum of six months & have a valid professional work permit can apply for this sub-stream.

• Hospitality Sector Pilot Project 

Overseas nationals who are working in the province for a minimum of six months in one of the three occupations can apply for this sub-stream. 

• Long Haul Truck Drivers 

This sub-stream enables the Long Haul Truck drivers working in the province & having a valid provisional work permit to apply for a Canada PR visa. 

Saskatchewan Business Stream 

• Entrepreneur 

The Saskatchewan Entrepreneur subcategory permits applicants & their families to obtain, begin, or collaborate in a business in the province. Also, candidates must be involved actively in managing the business & reside in the province. It has a process that includes three stages: 

• EOI – Expression of Interest
• Nomination   
• Invite to submit an application 

Successful applicants come to Canada on a Provisional Work Permit. Moreover, they qualify to apply for a nomination after they spend six months establishing their business in the province. 

• International Graduate Entrepreneur 

This category aims to assist overseas students who graduate from universities/ institutions in the province to remain there as entrepreneurs & attract investment for the business. 

• Farm Operators 

Individuals with farming experience who wish to buy & operate a farm in Saskatchewan can apply for this subcategory of Saskatchewan. It also has a pathway for young farmers who want to establish themselves in Saskatchewan. 

Furthermore, successful applicants are directly offered the Canada PR visa. Specific applicants can also arrive in the province on a Provisional Work Permit during the PR visa application processing. 

Saskatchewan PNP Draws 

The Saskatchewan province holds the Saskatchewan PNP draw. Through the draws, it seeks applicants in the Express Entry pool who can fulfill the eligibility requirements of any of the immigration streams aligned with Express Entry. In addition, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program explores applicants in the Express Entry pool and invites them personally to reside & work in the province. 

Conclusion    

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program offers opportunities to individuals seeking to build a new life. Through its various streams & pathways, SINP offers immigrants the chance to contribute their skills & talents to the vibrant communities of Saskatchewan. 

Moreover, with its streamlined procedures, supportive services, and commitment to diversity, the program continues to attract individuals across the globe, this enriching cultural tapestry & driving economic growth. 

Thus, as Saskatchewan embraces newcomers with open arms, the program demonstrates Canada’s commitment to welcoming and empowering immigrants to thrive & succeed.