Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

The Saskatchewan PNP is an immigration program that enables graduates, foreign workers, and entrepreneurs to settle in Saskatchewan province permanently.

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Canada runs several PNPs that aim to help immigrants settle within Canadian regions; the ultimate objective is for them to apply for permanent residence and benefit the Canadian economy.

Saskatchewan offers the Saskatchewan Immigration Nominee Program, the third-largest. For future reference, we will use the acronym SINP to refer to Saskatchewan PNP.

How Does the SINP Work?

The SINP allows immigrants to apply for nomination and further approval for permanent residence. Applicants register on the official website and create their profiles; they then submit their information as per each stream and category’s requirements.

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Once the profiles receive approval from the SINP, they’re submitted to the Saskatchewan state, and they wait for permanent residency approval. After completing this step, it’s up to the IRCC (the Canadian commission for immigration) to decide whether or not they’re allowed as permanent residents.

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Depending on the category, there are different outcomes once approved.

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• Applicants with valid job offers receive proper education towards their roles and settlement in Saskatchewan.

• Applicants without job offer but with highly-demanded skills get placed in a pool where companies can draw them into a new position.

• Entrepreneurs meet with adequate representatives to draw their venture plans and assess an efficient process.

• Farming-oriented applications receive assistance towards purchasing, establishing, and starting their farming operations.

• Skilled workers experienced in Saskatchewan may apply but continue their current functions.

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Once the application is complete, it’ll be reviewed in stages. Incomplete applications receive a letter asking you to submit a new one; you’ll also learn why it’s considered incomplete.

Complete applications continue their evaluation. Some additional documentation may be required, and if it’s not sent, you may be rejected.

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After approval of your nomination, you’ll receive a support service for a temporary work permit. You and your family can move to Saskatchewan using this document, and if it’s approved by the IRCC, applicants can begin their work.

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You may start by checking your eligibility for immigration with an online calculator:

International Skilled Worker

This stream requires you to meet all requirements and be able to settle properly in this province. This category splits into two.

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The first sub-category is for skilled workers with an employment offer inside Saskatchewan. You need to have at least a year’s experience and your offer must be valid and for full-time and permanent work.

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You also cannot be a refugee, and you need to get a proper score in the PNP assessment grid and the CLB for either French or English.

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The second category is for skilled workers with talents and occupations enjoying high demand inside the province. You don’t need an existing job offer, but you must meet all the requirements.

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The requirements are very similar to the job offer category. The differences include a diploma, certificate or degree proving your skills. You also need to prove your funds and plans for settling in Saskatchewan.

SINP Application: Frequently Asked Questions