Located in Western Canada, Saskatchewan is the sunniest province in Canada. Because of its high standard of living, many immigrants get attracted to settle in the prairie province of Canada. With its magnificent sunsets and beautiful skylines, it is one of the most beautiful states of Canada to live in. Regina and Saskatoon are the two major cities of the state. While Regina is the capital of the state, Saskatoon is the largest city in the whole province. Regina, ‘The cultural capital of India’ benefits from the service-based economy and industries which capitalize on natural resources. Saskatoon is the world capital of agricultural biotechnology and attracts a substantial amount of capital from top pharmaceutical companies. If you have the skills and experience and wish to settle in Saskatchewan, you must gather all the essential details about the Saskatchewan’s Provincial Nominee Program.
Saskatchewan has traditionally been an agriculture state contributing 56% of wheat crop production and supply in Canada. Mining is another major industry in the state making Saskatchewan the world leader in potash and uranium exports. These major industries provide a huge number of employment options which is why it becomes one of the major choices of foreign nationals to migrate and settle down in Saskatchewan.
These categories are divided into several sub-categories for different types of immigration candidate.
Each these categories may have one or more sub-categories. Below we provide you with additional information about each of these categories to help you determine if the SINP is right for you.
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.
This sub-category is for skilled workers with a skilled job offer from a Saskatchewan employer. To learn more about eligibility requirements for the Employment Offer sub-category, click here.
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.
To learn more about eligibility requirements for the Occupations In-Demand sub-category, click here.
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.
To learn more about eligibility requirements for the Saskatchewan Express Entry sub-category, click here.
This category is for foreign workers that are currently living in Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan Experience Category accepts applications under the following sub-categories:
This sub-category is for individuals who have been working in Saskatchewan for at least six months under a valid work permit.
To learn more about eligibility requirements for the SINP Saskatchewan Experience - Existing Work Permit sub-category, click here.
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.
To learn more about eligibility requirements for the Health Professionals sub-category, click here.
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.
To learn more about eligibility requirements for the Hospitality Sector Project sub-category, click here.
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.
To learn more about eligibility requirements for the Long Haul Truck Driver Project sub-category, click here.
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.
To learn more about eligibility requirements for the Students sub-category, click here.
This category is for individuals who wish to own and actively operate a business or farming operation in Saskatchewan.
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.
To learn more about eligible requirements for the Entrepreneur sub-category, click here.
This sub-category is for experienced farmers with considerable capital looking to invest in a farming operation and settle in the province of Saskatchewan.