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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, one of the Prairie provinces in Western Canada, has an economy largely driven by agriculture and vital natural resource sectors, including forestry and fishing. It features two major cities, Saskatoon and Regina, alongside extensive areas of untouched wilderness.

The province has achieved notable success in attracting immigrants, increasing its annual intake from 3,000-4,000 newcomers to an impressive 15,000. Given that Saskatchewan’s population is just over 1 million, this growth is particularly remarkable. As a result, the province has become one of Canada’s most sought-after destinations for those looking to start anew.

Overview of the Saskatchewan PNP
Saskatchewan Immigration Streams
- International Skilled Worker Category
- Saskatchewan Experience Category
- Entrepreneur and Farm Category
- International Graduate Entrepreneur Category
Frequently Asked Questions
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Overview of the Saskatchewan PNP

The Saskatchewan Provincial Nominee Program (SINP), launched in 1998, was designed to address the province’s economic and labor market needs through immigration.

This program has proven highly effective, with seven out of ten newcomers to Saskatchewan arriving via the SINP. The employment rate for newcomers is also notable, hovering around 76%, and retention rates are impressive, with over 85% of newcomers choosing to remain in the province.

Saskatchewan is an attractive destination for immigrants, earning a reputation as an “easy PNP” due to its diverse immigration options. The program includes an enhanced sub-category known as Saskatchewan Express Entry, which falls under the International Skilled Worker Category.

The “enhanced” designation indicates that this sub-category is linked to the federal Express Entry system, which manages permanent residence applications for Canada’s primary economic immigration streams. Candidates in the Express Entry system are evaluated using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), where those with the highest scores receive invitations to apply for permanent residence during periodic draws.

If a candidate receives a nomination from an enhanced provincial program, they gain an additional 600 CRS points, significantly increasing their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency. The nomination is linked to their Express Entry profile.

Most of Saskatchewan’s sub-categories are base streams, meaning they are not connected to the Express Entry system. Candidates nominated through these streams must apply directly to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Saskatchewan Immigration Streams:

If you’re considering immigrating to Saskatchewan, you have four pathways to choose from:

1. International Skilled Worker Category
This option is designed for skilled workers looking to live and work in Saskatchewan.

2. Saskatchewan Experience Category
This category targets foreign workers who are already residing in Saskatchewan, including those with current work permits and international graduates.

3. Entrepreneur and Farm Category
This pathway is intended for individuals who wish to own and actively manage a business or farm in the province.

4. International Graduate Entrepreneur Category
This option is for international students graduating from eligible post-secondary institutions in Saskatchewan who plan to start a business in the province.

International Skilled Worker Category

The International Skilled Worker Category includes four distinct pathways:

1. Tech Talent Pathway
This sub-category targets highly skilled workers with a job offer from a Saskatchewan employer in one of 11 designated tech occupations.

2. Employment Offer
This sub-category is designed for skilled workers who possess a job offer from an employer based in Saskatchewan.

3. Occupations In Demand
This sub-category is aimed at highly skilled workers who have experience in an occupation that is in demand in Saskatchewan but do not yet have a job offer in the province.

4. Saskatchewan Express Entry
This sub-category is for candidates already in the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Express Entry pool, who have skilled work experience in a high-demand occupation in Saskatchewan.

Application Fee: CAD $350

Processing Time:

Category	Average Processing Time
Employment Offer	4 weeks
Occupations In Demand	35 weeks
Saskatchewan Express Entry	37 weeks

Minimum Requirements:

Have proof of legal status, if currently residing in Canada;
Score a minimum of 60 points out of 110 on the point assessment grid.

Sub-Category	Is a job offer required?	Additional Requirements
Tech Talent Pathway	Yes	Meet language requirements; Have a permanent, full-time job offer from a Saskatchewan employer for an eligible job, and meet licensure requirements if necessary; Have at least one year of work experience in the past 5 years in the intended occupation or six months if working for supporting employer.
Employment Offer	Yes	Meet language requirements (CLB 4); Have a permanent, full-time job offer from a Saskatchewan employer for an eligible job, and meet licensure requirements if necessary; Have at least one year of paid work experience in the past ten years in the intended occupation.
Occupations In Demand	No	Meet language requirements (CLB 4); Have completed at least one year of post-secondary education or training, Have a minimum level of work experience related to your field of education or training, in an in-demand skilled occupation; Get proof of Professional Status or Licensure if required by Saskatchewan; Have enough money to settle in the province and have a settlement plan.
Saskatchewan Express Entry	No	Be in the Express Entry pool and have an Express Entry Profile Number and Job Seeker Validation Code; Meet language requirements Have at least one year of post-secondary education or training; Have a minimum level of work experience related to your field of education or training in an in-demand skilled occupation; Get proof of Professional Status or Licensure if required by the SINP; Have a certificate of qualification in your skilled trade, if your work experience is in a skilled trade; Have enough money to settle in the province and have a settlement plan.

How it works:
Saskatchewan employs an Expression of Interest (EOI) system for the Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand sub-categories.

To begin, you must register your EOI on the SINP Apply Online portal and complete a form. Your responses will be used to evaluate your eligibility.

To qualify for the EOI pool, you need a minimum score of 60 out of 110 points on the EOI Points Grid. This grid assesses candidates based on five criteria: education and training, skilled work experience, language proficiency, age, and connections to the Saskatchewan labor market and adaptability.

If you are selected, you will receive an invitation to apply during an EOI draw.

Once invited, you can apply for a provincial nomination through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) on the same portal.

If you have a job offer and are applying through the Employment Offer sub-category, you can bypass the EOI registration and apply directly.

After your application is approved, you can then submit a permanent residence application directly to IRCC. For those applying through the Express Entry sub-category, Saskatchewan will input your nomination details into the system, granting you an additional 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. This boost will virtually guarantee you an invitation to apply for permanent residence in the subsequent Express Entry draw.

Saskatchewan Experience Category

The Experience Category includes six distinct pathways:

1. Skilled Worker With Existing Work Permit
This sub-category is for skilled workers who have been employed in Saskatchewan for a minimum of six months and hold a valid work permit.

2. Semi-skilled Agriculture Worker with Existing Work Permit
This pathway is designed for semi-skilled workers who have worked for more than six months with a valid work permit for their employer or have previously worked in Saskatchewan for at least six months. Applicants must have a full-time permanent job offer from a Saskatchewan employer in positions such as General Farm Worker (NOC 8431) or Nursery and Greenhouse Worker (NOC 8432).

3. Health Professionals
This sub-category targets physicians, nurses, and other healthcare workers who have been employed in Saskatchewan for at least six months.

4. Hospitality Sector Project
This pathway is for food and beverage servers, food counter attendants, kitchen helpers, or housekeeping and cleaning staff in Saskatchewan who have worked in the province for a minimum of six months.

5. Long Haul Truck Driver Project
This sub-category is for individuals who have been employed with an approved trucking firm in Saskatchewan for at least six months.

6. Students
This pathway is for students who have graduated from a post-secondary institution anywhere in Canada and have worked in Saskatchewan for at least 24 months. For those who graduated from a Saskatchewan institution, only six months of work in the province is required.

Application Fee: None

Processing Time: 1-2 weeks

Minimum Requirements:

Category	Is a job offer required?	Minimum Requirements
Skilled Worker With Existing Work Permit	Yes	Have a valid work permit, Have a permanent, full-time job offer from in an eligible job, Have worked for at least six months for the employer offering the permanent job, Meet the language requirement of CLB 4, Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter; and Have proof of eligibility for licensure if required.
Semi-skilled Agriculture Worker with Existing Work Permit	Yes	Have been working for more than six months with a valid work permit for the employer offering a job; or, Have previously worked in Saskatchewan for a minimum of six months; Have a permanent full-time job offer from a Saskatchewan employer in the following National Occupation Classification (NOC) occupations: NOC 8431: General Farm Worker NOC 8432: Nursery and Greenhouse Worker Meet other criteria of the sub-category.
Health Professionals	Yes	Requirements differ for physicians, nurses and other health professionals. However, generally, the candidate must Have a valid work permit, Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter, Have a permanent, full-time job offer, Must meet other requirements.
Hospitality Sector Project	Yes	Have a valid work permit for Food/Beverage Server (NOC 6453); Food Counter Attendant/Kitchen Helper (NOC 6641); or Housekeeping/Cleaning Staff (NOC 6661), Be employed in Saskatchewan for at least six months, working for an approved employer; Have a permanent, full-time job offer from an approved employer; Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter; Have at least a high school education, Meet the language requirement of CLB 4.
Long Haul Truck Driver Project	Yes	Have been working for an approved trucking firm for at least six months with a work permit, Have a current Saskatchewan Class 1A driver’s license, Have a full-time, permanent job offer from their employer, Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter, and Meet the language requirement of CLB 4.
Students	Yes	Have graduated with a certificate, diploma, or degree outside or in Saskatchewan, Meet the language requirement of CLB 4, Have worked for at least six months in Saskatchewan, Hold a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP), Have a permanent, full-time job offer in their field of study from a Saskatchewan employer in an eligible occupation, Have a valid SINP Job Approval Letter.

How it works:

First, you need to confirm your eligibility for one of the sub-categories. Once you’re prepared to apply, you can do so through the SINP Apply Online portal.

Complete your application, upload all required documents in PDF format, and submit it. After submission, you will receive an email confirming that your application has been received.

Saskatchewan will then assess your application and make a final decision. If successful, you will receive a provincial nomination, which you can use to apply for permanent residence directly with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Entrepreneur and Farm Category

Entrepreneur Sub-Category

This sub-category is for people who wish to invest in Saskatchewan by establishing, acquiring or partnering in a business in the province. You’re expected to take on an active management role in the business.

Farm Owners and Operators Sub-Category

This sub-category is for experienced farmers with a large capital who are looking to invest in a farming operation and settle in Saskatchewan.

Application Fee: CAD $2,500

Processing Time: 14 weeks

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a minimum net worth of $500,000 CAD (or $300,000 through the Young Farmer Stream),
Must have accumulated your net worth through legal means (verified to at least 80 percent).

Sub-Category	Additional Requirements
Entrepreneur Sub-Category	Must have at least three years of entrepreneurial experience within the past 10 years, Must have a minimum equity investment of $300,000 CAD in Regina or Saskatoon, or of $200,000 CAD in another Saskatchewan community. Must have a Business Establishment Plan (BEP); Must own at least one-third of the equity of a business in Saskatchewan (unless their total investment is $1,000,000 CAD or higher); Must create or maintain at least two jobs for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents in Saskatchewan (if business is in Regina or Saskatoon), If you’re purchasing a business in Saskatoon or Regina, you must maintain the number of Canadian or permanent resident workers at the time of purchase, You must live in Saskatchewan with your family, You must sign a business performance agreement with the Government of Saskatchewan, which will be provided by the SINP after the application is approved. The business must meet additional requirements.
Farm Owners and Operators Sub-Category	Must have relevant farm operation knowledge and experience, Must have a viable, considered proposal for a commercial Saskatchewan farming opportunity. The Young Farmer Stream has additional requirements: Must have at least three years of experience in farm ownership, farm management or practical farming experience, Must have the potential to supplement your farming income with your spouse/common-law partner’s marketable employment skills, based on education and experience.

Sub-Category

Additional Requirements

Entrepreneur Sub-Category

Must have at least three years of entrepreneurial experience within the past 10 years,
Must have a minimum equity investment of $300,000 CAD in Regina or Saskatoon, or of $200,000 CAD in another Saskatchewan community.
Must have a Business Establishment Plan (BEP);
Must own at least one-third of the equity of a business in Saskatchewan (unless their total investment is $1,000,000 CAD or higher);
Must create or maintain at least two jobs for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents in Saskatchewan (if business is in Regina or Saskatoon),
If you’re purchasing a business in Saskatoon or Regina, you must maintain the number of Canadian or permanent resident workers at the time of purchase,
You must live in Saskatchewan with your family,
You must sign a business performance agreement with the Government of Saskatchewan, which will be provided by the SINP after the application is approved.
The business must meet additional requirements.

Farm Owners and Operators Sub-Category

Must have relevant farm operation knowledge and experience,
Must have a viable, considered proposal for a commercial Saskatchewan farming opportunity.

The Young Farmer Stream has additional requirements:

Must have at least three years of experience in farm ownership, farm management or practical farming experience,
Must have the potential to supplement your farming income with your spouse/common-law partner’s marketable employment skills, based on education and experience.

How the Entrepreneur Sub-Category Works

The Entrepreneur Category involves four key steps. First, you must register your Expression of Interest with the SINP, where you will receive a point score. Those with the highest scores are selected in each draw.

If you are chosen, you will receive an invitation to submit your application directly through the SINP Apply Online system.

During the assessment of your application, you will be contacted for a final interview. Following this, you will receive a Business Performance Agreement (BPA) to review and sign. You must email the signed BPA within 20 days. Once submitted, you will receive your SINP Entrepreneur Approval letter and a Temporary Work Permit Support letter.

Next, you must apply for a temporary work permit within three months, relocate to Saskatchewan, and establish your business. You are required to attend an arrival meeting within 18 months from the date on your SINP Entrepreneur Approval letter.

It’s essential to arrive in Saskatchewan within 18 months after receiving your Temporary Work Permit Support letter.

After transferring your funds to Canada, maintaining legal status, and operating your business according to the BPA for at least six months, you can then request provincial nomination. With this nomination, you will be able to apply for permanent residence directly with IRCC.

How the Farm Owners and Operators Sub-Category Works

To start, ensure you have all necessary documents, including details about your spouse or common-law partner, dependent children, and an employee from your current farming operation.

Submit your application by emailing saskentrepreneur@gov.sk.ca.

You may be contacted by the SINP for clarifications, additional documentation, or an interview.

If your application is successful, you will receive two key documents:

Nomination Approval and Request for Approval Letter
Business Performance Agreement (BPA)

The letter will detail how to make the refundable CAD $75,000 Good Faith Deposit via wire transfer, which must be received within three months.

Once the payment is confirmed and you return the signed BPA, you will receive your provincial nomination. With this nomination, you can then apply for permanent residence directly with IRCC.

Evaluating Your Net Worth

The SINP evaluates your net worth through two financial service providers:

Name of Service Provider	Contact Details
KPMG	333 Bay Street, Suite 4600 Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2S5 Phone: 416-777-3887 Email: SINPverification@kpmg.ca
MNP Ltd.	Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 0J3 Phone: 306-790-7900 Email: mnp.sinp@mnp.ca

Name of Service Provider

Contact Details

KPMG

333 Bay Street, Suite 4600

Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2S5

Phone: 416-777-3887

Email: SINPverification@kpmg.ca

MNP Ltd.

Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 0J3

Phone: 306-790-7900

Email: mnp.sinp@mnp.ca

International Graduate Entrepreneur Category

This category is designed for international graduates from eligible post-secondary institutions in Saskatchewan who intend to start a business. Approved candidates must operate and manage their business in Saskatchewan for at least one year to qualify for a provincial nomination for permanent residence.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be at least 21 years old
Must have completed a full-time post-secondary degree or diploma of at least two years from a Saskatchewan designated learning institution
Must hold a valid Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) that is valid for at least two years
Must have resided in Saskatchewan for the duration of their academic program
Must meet the language requirement of CLB 7

Application Details:

Application Fee: None
Processing Time: 14 weeks

How It Works:

The process mirrors that of the Entrepreneur Category and consists of four steps:

1. Register Your Expression of Interest:
You must register your EOI with the SINP, where you will receive a point score. Those with the highest scores are selected in each draw.

2. Application Submission:
If selected, you will be invited to submit your application directly through the SINP Apply Online system. Additionally, you will need to submit a Business Establishment Plan (BEP) that aligns with the information provided in your EOI.

3. Business Performance Agreement:
If you pass this stage, you will need to sign a Business Performance Agreement (BPA), which will be based on the BEP you submitted.

4. Business Operation:
You must actively operate your proposed business according to the terms of the BPA, fulfilling all requirements before your PGWP expires.

After meeting the conditions outlined in the BPA, you can apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence. With this nomination, you can then submit your application for permanent residence directly to IRCC.