Saskatchewan Provincial Nominee Program – A Comprehensive Guide

If you’re looking forward to settling in Canada on a permanent basis, Saskatchewan is the best province to live the life that you’ve always dreamt of. You can apply under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program and move to this wonderful province without any hassle. This program is best suited for all the candidates who were not able to qualify under the Federal Express Entry Program Requirements.

So, if you’re the one who was not able to meet the eligibility requirements of the Express Entry, you can apply for the SINP program and gain an easy entry to the maple country. Saskatchewan is the best province that provides an easy takeaway as per which you can select from a total of 200 occupations and apply for the Canada PR Visa.

Under the immigration pathway of SINP, there are different categories and subcategories for the aspiring candidates who’ve the intention to work and settle in the province of Saskatchewan. So, prior to Canada Immigration via taking the route of SINP, it’s mandatory to have a profound knowledge about the different categories so that it becomes easy for you to choose amongst them.

There are three main categories under the SINP Program such as:

1.       International Skilled Worker

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This Category is further sub-divided into 3 sub-categories such as

·         Employment Offer 

It is for the skilled workers who’ve a job offer in a skilled occupation that’s in-demand in the province of Saskatchewan. In order to apply under this category, you need to meet some of the requirements such as:

·         A score of 60 points in the SINP points assessment grid

·         Must have at least one year of work experience in the occupation (in the past 10 years)

·         Must have a CLB 4 in the IELTS language proficiency test

·         Have a valid full-time job offer in NOC’s A, B or O or any designated trade

·         A valid Job-approval letter from SINP

 

·         Occupation in-demand

This category doesn’t demand a valid job offer, but it demands for the skilled workers who have the required skill set and the years of expertise in the occupation that’s in high-demand in the province of Saskatchewan. Outsiders and those living inside Canada legally, both can apply.

If you want to apply under this category, you need to meet certain requirements such as:

·       A minimum score of 60 in the point assessment grid

·       CLB 4 is a minimum requirement, however, higher the scores, higher the chances to get a job from a valid employer

·      Must have a diploma, degree or certificate (for at least a year). Outsiders need to get their ECA assessed

·      Must have at-least one year of work experience  in any of the NOC’s such as A, B or O

·      Have a settlement plan and proof of funds

·      Obtain the licensure (if required)

·      Need to pay a non-refundable fees of $300 

·         Saskatchewan Express Entry

This category is best-suited for the candidates who’ve their profiles in the Federal Express Entry and have the intention to work or live in the beautiful province on a permanent basis. Those who want to apply must meet the following requirements such as:

·         Must have an enticing profile in the Federal Express Entry Pool

·         Must have a score of 60 in the SINP point assessment grid

·         Must showcase valid language test results such as IELTS score card

·         Must have a diploma, degree or certificate (for at least a year). Outsiders need to get their ECA assessed

·         Must have at-least one year of work experience  in any of the NOC’s such as A , B or O

·         Have a settlement plan and proof of funds

·         Obtain the licensure (if required)

·         Need to pay a non-refundable fees of $300 

2.       Saskatchewan Experience

The Saskatchewan Experience Category is the best one of the skilled workers who are residing and working in the province of Saskatchewan on a valid work permit and must have at least 6 months of work experience. There are 6 streams under this category, such as:

·         Health Professionals

This category aims mainly at the physicians, nurses and other health professionals who must be working in Saskatchewan on a valid work permit and must have at least 6 months of expertise.

·         Existing Work Permit

This stream is for the skilled workers who’re working in the province of Saskatchewan for the past 6 months, with a valid work visa with a validity of6 months. It includes both skilled and semi-skilled workers. Always make sure that the job offer must be in the same position under which you’ve worked.

·         Having a Project in the Hospitality Sector

This pilot project allows foreign nationals who have a 6 months of working experience in any of three occupations such as: Food, Beverage Sector (NOC 6513), Food Counter Attendant/Kitchen Helper (NOC 6711) and Housekeeping/Cleaning Staff (NOC 6731).

·         Long Haul Truck Driver project

This stream is best suited for candidates who are presently working for a certified trucking business in the province of Saskatchewan. The drivers must be working for their present employers for at least 6 months before they apply for Canada’s permanent residency. 

·         Students

This pathway is the best for the students who’ve graduated from a certified post-graduate college or university. The minimum requirement that you need to fulfil is you must work for at least a period of one-year in the beautiful province prior to applying for Saskatchewan Immigration.

3.       Business Immigration

This category is made for all the entrepreneurs or business professionals who wish to either spread existing business or start a new one in the beautiful province of Saskatchewan.

It has two categories such as:

·         Entrepreneur Category

This stream is for the candidates who wish to start a new business in the province of Saskatchewan or flourish an existing one. It is a three-step process which includes:

                                                                                 I.            Submission of an Expression of Interest

                                                                               II.            Receiving an Invitation

                                                                              III.            Nomination from the Province

·         Farm Owner and Operator Category

This category is best for the ones who want to buy and run a farm in the province of Saskatchewan. It has been made especially for the farmers who’re under the age of 40 and have the intention to work in the province on a permanent basis, however, it needs a potential investment.

So, if you want to apply under this category, you need to visit the province for at least 5 days so that you can sign an agreement and deposit a refundable amount of $75,000 CAD, indicating that you’ve the intention to buy and run a farm in the province on a permanent basis.

Final Words

Now, you all might have a profound knowledge of Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program. So, it’s time to apply under the category that suits you the best and actualize your dream of living the best days of your life in the province of Saskatchewan. No matter if you are a skilled worker, a student, a truck driver or any health professional, the province of Saskatchewan has many categories to choose from and accomplish your goal of getting the permanent residency in the maple country. So, always make sure that you choose the best category and meet all the requirements carefully so that you don’t face any unnecessary hassle at a later stage. Good Luck!