Introduction

Saskatchewan is a famous spot for all newcomers. The Saskatchewan PNP program is reputed for being an “easy PNP” because it provides several immigration choices for the immigration candidates. Saskatchewan has several subcategories and numerous base subcategories. The subcategories are known as Saskatchewan Express Entry under the International Skilled Worker Category. Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker is a group of immigration streams of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This program is operated by Saskatchewan's province.

What is Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker?

International Skilled Worker is one of the Categories under Saskatchewan Immigration Streams. This International Skilled Worker is created for the international skilled workers who intend to live and work in Saskatchewan. In this category, the SINP selects the candidates who have an interest in migrating to Saskatchewan. There are 6 subcategories in the international skilled workers category of Saskatchewan Immigration Streams. It includes:

Occupations In Demand:

This sub-category is created for the skilled workers with enhanced skills in an in-demand occupation in Saskatchewan without a job offer. This pathway mainly concentrates on filling skill shortages in Saskatchewan by attracting workers with the required experience and qualifications for high demand jobs in the Province.

Employment Offer:

This sub-category is generated for skilled workers with a proper job offer for a skilled occupation in Saskatchewan. The candidates with a job offer from an employer in Saskatchewan, and the candidates who can live either inside or outside Canada, and who fulfill all the requirements of, can apply under this sub category.

Tech Talent Pathway:

This sub subcategory is for skilled workers in the Technology and Innovation sector. If the candidates work in technology-related fields, then this may be the best pathway for them. They can very well apply for this sub category if they have a job offer in a high skilled technology occupation in Saskatchewan. The candidate must be living in Canada or abroad, and they should fulfill all the eligibility requirements of this pathway.

Agriculture Talent Pathway:

The main focus of this pathway is to attract the skilled worker in Agriculture and its related occupations in Saskatchewan. This will be a great option if they have experience in Agriculture. If the candidates have a job offer approved by SINP, in Saskatchewan in the agricultural and related fields, they can very well apply under this category. The candidates must meet all the eligibility requirements and intend to settle permanently in Saskatchewan.

Health Talent Pathway:

This is for healthcare workers who want to migrate to Saskatchewan. The workers in healthcare with temporary work permits may also apply for the student category if they fulfill all other conditions.

Saskatchewan Express Entry:

This is generated for skilled workers who are in the IRCC Express Entry Pool, to apply to live in Saskatchewan. Under this, the candidate without a job offer in Saskatchewan, living either in Canada or abroad, who is already in the Express Entry Pool under IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada), and who meet all the criteria of this sub category can apply for Saskatchewan Express Entry.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the International Skilled Worker (SINP) program is given below:

Status and Location:

The candidate must live away from Canada or should have legal status in Canada. And should have a valid Express Entry Profile Number and Job Seeker Code under Express Entry category.

Scoring Points:

On the SINP point assessment grid, the applicants need to score at least 60 points.

Work Experience:

The candidates must have at least 1 year of full-time work experience, with their intended occupation in the past 10 years or 6 months of work experience with the company, which provides a job approval letter. In the Express Entry Category, the Technology & Innovation Sector, the Health Sector, the applicant must have 1 year of job experience in the last 5 years. In the Agricultural Sector, they should have 1 year of work experience with the employer who provides a job approval letter in the last 3 years.

Language Efficiency

The applicants must have a Canadian language Benchmark (CLB) score of at least 4 in French or English. Some employers may ask more than that. In the Agricultural Sector, the Health Sector, the candidates must have CLB 5 or more in French or English, and in the Express Entry Category, they should have CLB 7 or higher in English or French.

Education Qualification

In the Non-Express Entry Category, the candidates must have completed secondary school or higher. If they apply from outside Canada, they have to submit an ECA. In the Express Entry Category, they should have a Post-secondary education, such as a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or a 3-year degree/diploma, that relates to the job offered to them. In the Agricultural Sector, they must have a Post-Secondary Education related to the agricultural job that is being offered to them.

Requirement of job offer

The candidate needs to have a full-time permanent job offer in related fields, such as the agricultural sector, the Health Sector, the Technology & Innovation Sector, the Express Entry Category, and the on-Express Entry Category in Saskatchewan along with a valid job approval letter.

Regulations of Occupation

In case your occupation is regulated like in engineering or healthcare, then they must be eligible for licensing in Saskatchewan.

Application Process

The Application Process for the Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker is:

Preparation of Documents:

Before applying, the first process is to collect all the required documents and information. In case you miss any documents, then the application may get closed.

Account Creation:

In this process, the candidates need to apply online via the website of SINP. If the candidate receives an ITA (Invitation to Apply), then they can log in with their existing account. If they apply with a job offer, then they need to create a new account.

Completion of Application:

The applicants must fill out the online application form and upload their required documents in PDF Format. Fill the form with full attention without any errors.

Submission and pay:

Once the application is completed, the candidate can save it and pay the application fee if required in some specific categories like Saskatchewan Express Entry and Occupation In-Demand sub-categories, finally they can submit it online.

Confirmation:

After the submission of the application form online, you may receive a confirmation email in this stage.

Pre-screening:

In this case SINP will assess whether the application of the applicants is complete and accurate. If any details are missing or incomplete, then the application will be closed and the applicants need to reapply.

Assessment:

If the application is incomplete, it will be reviewed to see whether the candidates meet the requirements or not. If any additional documents are required, then the candidate will be asked to provide those documents.

Decision Making:

The final process is to make a decision. Once the assessment is complete, the final decision will be taken to know whether the candidate is eligible for nomination or not.

Benefits of Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker

This category has several advantages such as:

  • Compared to other programs, it enables faster processing time for the applicant.
  • Through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) successful applicants can apply for permanent residency.
  • If the candidate's application is approved, then they can receive a letter of support for a temporary work permit.
  • Under this category, the candidates can access Saskatchewan's education system and health care.
  • The applicant's family, including spouse, dependent children, partner, can also include their application.
  • It has high job opportunities with its growing economy. And also has lower housing cost.

Why Choose Croyez Immigration?

Croyez Immigration is a licensed visa agent, offering you expert services for the International Skilled Worker. Selecting Croyez Immigration for Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker is the best decision because we have an expert team with knowledge of the immigration process of Saskatchewan. We have updated information on all Saskatchewan’s rules and regulations. Croyez Immigration has extensive knowledge of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) which helps to obtain job experience in Saskatchewan.

  • We ensure effective and efficient application for our clients. Our expert team is up to date with the latest developments of the immigration policies.
  • We offer a transparent service which leads to the minimization of delays and risk of errors.
  • We offer co-assistance, from ascertaining your eligibility to filing your application, making sure your farm or business investment in Manitoba satisfies all requirements.

The Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker (SINP) helps the skilled worker to migrate to Saskatchewan to work and reside there permanently.