SASKATCHEWAN

ABOUT SASKATCHEWAN

Saskatchewan, province of Canada, one of the Prairie Provinces. It is one of only two Canadian provinces without a saltwater coast, and it is the only province whose boundaries are all wholly artificial (i.e., not formed by natural features)

Capital: Regina

Largest City: Saskatoon

Population: 1,231,043 (Source: Statistics Canada, Q2 2024)

Official Language: English

Industry: Agriculture, Food Processing, Manufacturing, Mining, Biology, Construction, Technology

Tourist Attractions: Stone Hall Castle, Tunnels of Moose Jaw, Western Development Museum, Wascana Centre Park, RCMP Heritage Centre, Wanuskewin, Cypress Hills, Meewasin Valley

Education: Saskatchewan has 27 school divisions. There are 18 public school divisions, eight separate Roman Catholic school divisions and one Conseil scolaire fransaskois. Saskatchewan's post-secondary education system encompasses the province's public and private learning institutions: two universities, which includes four federated colleges and six affiliated colleges; one polytechnic; eight regional colleges; four Aboriginal and northern educational institutions; 34 vocational schools; the apprenticeship and trade certification commission; and other learning institutions (i.e. theological colleges)

SASKATCHEWAN PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM

The majority of Saskatchewan’s sub-categories are base streams. This means that they are not aligned with the Express Entry system. Candidates who get a provincial nomination are required to apply directly to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

The four options for immigration to Saskatchewan

INTERNATIONAL SKILLED WORKER CATEGORY

This Category is for skilled workers who wish to live and work in Saskatchewan.

SASKATCHEWAN EXPERIENCE CATEGORY

This Category is for foreign workers who are already living in Saskatchewan, including holders of a current work permit and international graduates.

ENTREPRENEUR AND FARM CATEGORY

This Category is for individuals who wish to own and actively operate a business or a farming operation in Saskatchewan.

INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE ENTREPRENEUR CATEGORY

This Category is for international students graduating from an eligible post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan and who are planning to start a business in the province.

STREAM 1: INTERNATIONAL SKILLED WORKER CATEGORY

THE INTERNATIONAL SKILLED WORKER CATEGORY CONSISTS OF FOUR PATHWAYS

TECH TALENT PATHWAY

This sub-category is for highly skilled workers who have a job offer from a Saskatchewan employer in one of 11 tech occupations.

EMPLOYMENT OFFER

This sub-category is for skilled workers who have a job offer from a Saskatchewan employer.

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.

SASKATCHEWAN EXPRESS ENTRY

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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT TO QUALIFY UNDER ALL THE ABOVE

4 SUB STREAMS ARE

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

BELOW ARE THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

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

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

STREAM 2: SASKATCHEWAN EXPERIENCE CATEGORY

THE EXPERIENCE CATEGORY CONSISTS OF SIX PATHWAYS

SKILLED WORKER WITH EXISTING WORK PERMIT

This sub-category is for skilled workers who have been working in Saskatchewan for at least six months and who hold a valid work permit.

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

This sub-category is for physicians, nurses or other health care workers who have worked for at least six months in Saskatchewan.

LONG HAUL TRUCK DRIVER PROJECT

This sub-category is for those who have been working at an approved trucking firm in Saskatchewan for at least six months.

SEMI-SKILLED AGRICULTURE WORKER WITH EXISTING WORK PERMIT

This sub-category is for semi-skilled workers who have been working for more than six months with a valid work permit for the employer offering them a job, or who have previously worked in Saskatchewan for at least six months. They must also have a full-time permanent job offer from a Saskatchewan employer as a General Farm Worker (NOC 8431) or Nursery and Greenhouse Worker (NOC 8432).

HOSPITALITY SECTOR PROJECT

This sub-category is for food and beverage servers, food counter attendants, kitchen helpers or housekeeping and cleaning staff in Saskatchewan. They must have been working for at least six months in the province.

STUDENTS

This sub-category is for students who graduated from a post-secondary institution anywhere in Canada, and who worked in Saskatchewan for at least 24 months. Students who graduated from a Saskatchewan institution need to have worked in the province for just 6 months.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY UNDER THE ABOVE SUB STREAMS ARE AS FOLLOWS

CATEGORY	IS A JOB OFFER REQUIRED?	ADDITIONAL 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

STREAM 3: 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.

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

STREAM 4: INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE ENTREPRENEUR CATEGORY

This category is for international graduates of eligible post-secondary institutions in Saskatchewan, who are planning to start a business. Approved candidates must operate and manage a business in Saskatchewan for at least a year to be eligible 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 that is at least two years in duration 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 lived in Saskatchewan for the duration of their academic program
Must meet the language requirement of CLB 7