SASKATCHEWAN PNP PROGRAM
Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
Saskatchewan is home to one of the country’s most rapidly growing economies and populations, thanks largely to the arrival of immigrants from around the world.
Saskatchewan is one of the Prairie provinces of Western Canada. Its economy is primarily based on agriculture and important natural resources industries like forestry and fishing. It boasts two major cities, Saskatoon and Regina, as well as vast expanses of pristine wilderness.
The SINP is Saskatchewan’s Provincial Nominee Program. Through this program, prospective immigrants with the skills and experience targeted by the province may receive a Saskatchewan provincial nomination certificate, after which they can apply for Canadian permanent residence with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
The SINP accepts applications under the following categories:
Each these categories have one or more sub-categories.
International Skilled Worker Category
This category accepts applications from skilled workers who plan to live and work in the Province of Saskatchewan.
Applicants are measured based on a points system and can be nominated under one of three sub-categories.
International Skilled Worker - Employment Offer
This sub-category is for skilled workers with a skilled job offer from a Saskatchewan employer.
Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements for the SINP Employment Offer sub-category.
International Skilled Worker - Occupations In-Demand
This sub-category is for highly skilled workers with experience in an in-demand occupation in Saskatchewan, who do not yet have a job offer in the province.
Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements for the SINP Occupations In-Demand sub-category.
On July 16, 2018, the SINP moved to an Expression of Interest System for its Occupations In-Demand sub-category.
International Skilled Worker - Saskatchewan Express Entry
This sub-category enables the province to nominate individuals who are already in Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada's (IRCC) Express Entry pool and have skilled work experience in an in-demand occupation in Saskatchewan.
Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements for the Saskatchewan Express Entry sub-category.
On July 16, 2018, the SINP moved to an Expression of Interest System for its Express Entry sub-category.
Saskatchewan Experience Category
This category is for foreign workers that are currently living in Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan Experience Category accepts applications under the following sub-categories:
Existing Work Permit
This sub-category is for individuals who have been working in Saskatchewan for at least six months under a valid work permit.
Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements for the SINP Saskatchewan Experience - Existing Work Permit sub-category.
Health Professionals
This sub-category is for individuals who have worked as a physician, a nurse, or in another health profession in Saskatchewan for at least six months.
Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements for the SINP Health Professionals sub-category.
Hospitality Sector 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.
Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements for the SINP Hospitality Sector Project sub-category.
Long Haul Truck Driver Project
This sub-category is for individuals who are currently working for an approved trucking firm in Saskatchewan. Drivers must be working in Saskatchewan for their current employer for a minimum of six months before applying.
Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements for the SINP Long Haul Truck Driver Project sub-category.
Students
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.
Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements for the SINP Students sub-category.
Entrepreneur and Farm Category
This category is for individuals who wish to own and actively operate a business or farming operation in Saskatchewan.
Entrepreneur Sub-Category
This sub-category is for individuals who wish to invest management talent and capital in Saskatchewan by establishing, acquiring, or partnering in a business the province. Candidates are expected to take on an active management role in the business. This sub-category functions on an Expression of Interest model.
Contact us to learn more about eligible requirements for the SINP Entrepreneur sub-category.
Farm Owners and Operators Sub-Category
This sub-category is for experienced farmers with considerable capital looking to invest in a farming operation and settle in the province of Saskatchewan.
Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements for the SINP Farm Owners and Operators sub-category.