Saskatchewan Immigration Nomination Program – SINP

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) is one of the most important immigration programs offered by the province of Saskatchewan, Canada. Through this program, eligible applicants can receive a Saskatchewan Provincial Nominee Certificate, which allows them to apply for Canadian permanent residency. As a result, the overall immigration process becomes much faster when compared to many other provincial immigration programs across Canada.

In addition, successful SINP applicants benefit from accelerated processing of their Canada Permanent Resident Visa. Once nominated, candidates receive official provincial approval, which significantly strengthens their permanent residence application at the federal level. Therefore, SINP is considered a preferred option for skilled workers, professionals, and experienced individuals seeking to settle in Saskatchewan.

Under the Saskatchewan Immigration Nominee Program, candidates may qualify under one of eight different immigration streams, each designed to meet specific labor market and economic needs of the province. Moreover, the SINP selection process is based on several factors such as education, work experience, skills, and language ability. However, it is important to note that eligibility criteria may change without prior notice, depending on Saskatchewan’s evolving requirements. Consequently, applications are always assessed according to the most current criteria in place at the time of submission.

Furthermore, SINP is a program operated by the provincial government of Saskatchewan, which nominates selected candidates to the federal Government of Canada. After nomination, applicants can proceed with their permanent residency application through the Express Entry system or other federal pathways. Overall, SINP provides a structured, efficient, and reliable route to Canadian permanent residence for eligible candidates.

Saskatchewan PNP immigration Streams

1. International Skilled Worker Stream
2. Saskatchewan Experience Stream
3. Entrepreneur and Farm Stream

1. International Skilled Worker – International skilled workers who meet the criteria can apply for being nominated through this category in order to live and work in the province of Saskatchewan. Applicants will have to meet all the eligibility requirements and have the factors that are necessary to settle successfully in the province. Applicants are measured based on a points system and can be nominated under one of three sub-categories.
2. Saskatchewan Express Entry – The Express Entry Sub-Category of the SINP International Skilled Worker Category is for skilled workers that are in the candidate pool of Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s Express Entry system.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements for SINP

1. Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) Overview

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) is a provincial immigration pathway that allows skilled workers, professionals, students, and entrepreneurs to apply for Canadian permanent residency. Applicants must meet program-specific eligibility criteria based on the category they choose.

2. General Eligibility Criteria

All SINP applicants must score a minimum of 60 points out of 100 on the Saskatchewan point assessment grid. Candidates must provide valid legal documents proving their resident status, show proof of settlement funds, and submit a clear settlement plan. A minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) score of 4 is required. Applicants must also have completed post-secondary education leading to a degree, diploma, or trade certificate.

3. International Skilled Worker Category

Applicants under this category must have work experience in NOC 0, A, or B occupations that are in demand in Saskatchewan. Some streams require candidates to be registered in the IRCC Express Entry pool. If the occupation is regulated in Saskatchewan, proof of provincial licensure eligibility is mandatory.

4. Employment Offer Sub-Category

This stream is for skilled workers who have a full-time job offer from a Saskatchewan employer. Applicants must have at least one year of relevant work experience, CLB 4 language proficiency, and meet licensing requirements for regulated professions.

5. Occupation In-Demand Sub-Category

Candidates without a job offer can apply if they have experience in an in-demand occupation. Requirements include one year of work experience in the last 10 years, at least one year of post-secondary education, CLB 4 language proficiency, and proof of settlement funds.

6. Saskatchewan Experience Stream

This stream is for foreign workers currently living and working in Saskatchewan on a valid work permit. It includes skilled workers, semi-skilled agriculture workers, health professionals, hospitality workers, long-haul truck drivers, and international students.

7. Entrepreneur and Farm Category

This category targets individuals with business or farm management experience. Applicants must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI), receive an Invitation to Apply, complete a third-party financial review, and then apply for provincial nomination while actively managing their business.

Eligibility for Entrepreneur program

• Minimum Investment: $200,000 CAD
• Minimum Personal Net Worth: $500,000 CAD
• Minimum experience required is 3 years
• No minimum education required.
• No IELTS required
• No job offer letter required.

1. Farm Sub-Category – This category is for candidates who want to immigrate to Saskatchewan to buy and run a farm in the province. If the candidates are under 40 years old, they can be considered for nomination under the Young Farmer Stream. Eligibility for this stream is based on available equity, refundable cash deposit, a mandatory visit to Saskatchewan, farm operation knowledge and experience and a practical proposal for a commercial farming opportunity.

Eligibility for Farm Sub-Category

• Applicant must have a minimum net worth of at least $500,000 CAD, or $300,000 CAD if the applicant qualifies under the SINP Young Farmer sub stream.
• Applicants will be required to make a good faith deposit of $75,000 CAD prior to receiving their provincial nomination.
• Experience in the Farm Operation.
• Language proficiency not required.
• Minimum Education not required.

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The minimal score needed to be eligible for invitation of application for PR status is 60 out of a maximum 100.

The SINP allots a certain score to all applications based on which Canada invites them to apply for PR status. The factors influencing the selection criteria are:

IRCC allots the remaining applicant to settle in Saskatchewan and positively contribute to the local economy. 

The categories in this factor assessment criteria for the allocation are: