Saskatchewan PNP
The Saskatchewan PNP is Saskatchewan’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) which enables applicants who are interested in Saskatchewan Immigration and have the skills and experience required by the province, to receive a Saskatchewan Provincial Nomination Certificate that expedites the Canadian Immigration and Permanent Residency process.
Canada’s PNP schemes including Saskatchewan PNP enable Provincial and Territorial governments in Canada to attract immigrants to their region.
Provincial Nominee Process
Follow these steps to immigrate to Canada through Saskatchewan PNP
1. Provincial Nomination Steps
- Apply and complete the provincial nomination process of the Province or Territory you wish to settle in.
- Demonstrate the skillset and ability to contribute to the province's economy
- Receive a Provincial Nomination Certificate from Saskatchewan
2. Federal Application Steps
- Send application to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) for Permanent Residence
- CIC officer assesses your application based on Canadian Immigration requirements
- Applications are not assessed on Federal Skilled Workers Program factors
All Saskatchewan PNP Applicants Must:
Complete and pass a medical examination
Have security clearance
Demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself and your dependents after arriving in Canada
International Skilled Worker Stream
For skilled workers who plan to live and work in Saskatchewan. Applicants are measured on a points-based system.
Employment Offer Category
For skilled workers with a job offer from a Saskatchewan employer
Requirements:
- Must have a valid job offer from a Saskatchewan employer
- Job must be in an eligible occupation
- Meet minimum work experience requirements
- Demonstrate language proficiency
Occupations In-Demand Category
Requirements:
- Have experience in an in-demand occupation in Saskatchewan
- Do not yet have a job offer in the province
- Meet minimum education and work experience requirements
- Achieve minimum language test scores
Express Entry Category
For individuals already in the IRCC Express Entry pool with skilled work experience
Requirements:
- Have skilled work experience in an in-demand occupation in Saskatchewan
- Be in the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Express Entry Pool
- Meet requirements of Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, or Canadian Experience Class
Saskatchewan Experience Stream
For foreign workers currently living and working in Saskatchewan
Hospitality Sector Project
For individuals currently working in Saskatchewan hospitality
Requirements:
- Working as food/beverage servers, food counter attendants, kitchen helpers, or housekeeping staff
- At least six months of work experience in Saskatchewan
- At least six months of work experience in Saskatchewan
- Employer must receive approval before applicant begins work in Canada
Long Haul Truck Driver Project
For truck drivers working in Saskatchewan
Requirements:
- Currently working for an approved trucking firm in Saskatchewan
- Minimum of six months working for current employer before applying
Students Category
For graduates from Canadian post-secondary institutions
Requirements:
- Graduated from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada
- Worked in Saskatchewan for at least 24 months before applying
- Or worked for 6 months if educational institution is in Saskatchewan
Existing Work Permit
For individuals currently working in Saskatchewan
Requirements:
- Have been working in Saskatchewan for at least six months
- Must hold a valid work permit
Health Professionals
For physicians, nurses, and other health professionals
Requirements:
- Worked as a physician, nurse or other health professional in Saskatchewan
- Minimum of six months work experience in the province
Entrepreneur and Farm Stream
For experienced business owners and farmers looking to invest in Saskatchewan
Entrepreneur Category
For individuals who want to invest and actively manage a business in Saskatchewan
Requirements:
- Want to invest management talent and capital in Saskatchewan
- Establish, acquire or become a partner in a business in the province
- Take on an active management role in the business
- Demonstrate business ownership or management experience
Farm Owners and Operators Category
For experienced farmers who want to establish and operate a farming operation
Requirements:
- Have farming experience and knowledge
- Have sufficient funds to invest in a farming operation
- Have funds to settle in the province of Saskatchewan
- Genuinely intend to settle in the province and operate the farm