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Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
Check our table summary of all SINP streams, with their main criteria, their applicant fees, etc.
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SINP is the name of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program. The Saskatchewan province, with the SINP, chooses its own non-Canadian applicants who wish to move to the province permanently. This process is called a provincial nomination, which basically means that Saskatchewan presents its nominees to the government of Canada (specifically IRCC) to apply for permanent residence.
The SINP is one of Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), with two categories for workers and international graduates: International Skilled Worker and Saskatchewan Experience, and two additional entrepreneur categories: Farm Owner and Operator and Entrepreneur.
The SINP is one of Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), with two categories for workers and international graduates: International Skilled Worker and Saskatchewan Experience, and two additional entrepreneur categories: Farm Owner and Operator and Entrepreneur.
Choosing Saskatchewan Immigration
Saskatchewan, located in the center of Canada, is one of the prairie provinces, with more than 10% of its land composed of freshwater (rivers, lakes, etc.). Mining and agriculture are the major industries in the province, Saskatchewan being the world largest exporter of potash and uranium.
Apart from some federal programs, Saskatchewan has its own immigration streams. Only one of the SINP streams is Express Entry aligned. Indeed, with a successful application, a provincial nomination is issued which leads the applicant to receive 600 additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. This will, in turn, lead the applicant to obtain an invitation to apply (ITA) in the following Express Entry draw.
Concerning the other non-aligned Express Entry streams, there is no need to be in the pool. There are streams for Skilled Workers with job offers in Saskatchewan, and for wealthy entrepreneurs wishing to invest their money in the province, either farmers or non-farmers.
Apart from some federal programs, Saskatchewan has its own immigration streams. Only one of the SINP streams is Express Entry aligned. Indeed, with a successful application, a provincial nomination is issued which leads the applicant to receive 600 additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. This will, in turn, lead the applicant to obtain an invitation to apply (ITA) in the following Express Entry draw.
Concerning the other non-aligned Express Entry streams, there is no need to be in the pool. There are streams for Skilled Workers with job offers in Saskatchewan, and for wealthy entrepreneurs wishing to invest their money in the province, either farmers or non-farmers.
Overview of Saskatchewan's Immigrant Nominee Programs
| Stream | Main Criteria (not exhaustive) | Job Offer Required? | Aligned with Express Entry | Application Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category: International Skilled Worker | ||||
| Saskatchewan Express Entry | Score min 60pts on the SINP point assessment grid Have job experience in a high skilled occupation (NOC Skill Type/Level 0, A or B) that's included on the SINP In-Demand Occupation List (see link below) | No | Yes | $300 |
| Occupation In-Demand | Score min 60pts on the SINP point assessment grid Have job experience in a high skilled occupation (NOC Skill Type/Level 0, A or B) that's included on the SINP In-Demand Occupation List (see link below) | No | No | $300 |
| Employment Offer | Score min 60pts on the SINP point assessment grid Have a full-time, permanent job offer from a Saskatchewan employer, in a NOC Skill Type/Level 0, A or B, or in a Saskatchewan designated trade | Yes | No | $0 |
| Category: Saskatchewan Experience | ||||
| Saskatchewan Experience | Have min 6 months of work experience in Saskatchewan Have a permanent, full-time job offer from a Saskatchewan employer | Yes | No | $0 |
| Category: Entrepreneurs | ||||
| Entrepreneur | Min 3 years business owner or senior manager experience Min net worth of $500,000 and min investment of $200,000 Ownership of at least 33%, or min investment of $1,000,000 | No | No | $2,500 |
| Category: Farm Owner and Operator | ||||
| Farm Owner and Operator | Relevant farm knowledge & experience Min net worth of $500,000 "Good faith" deposit of $75,000 | No | No | $2,500 |
| Young Farmer | Min 3 years of relevant farm knowledge & experience Min net worth of $300,000 and under 40 "Good faith" deposit of $75,000 | No | No | $2,500 |