Overview
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) nominates workers, graduates, entrepreneurs and farmers who can help meet the province's labour and economic needs. Candidates apply through the International Skilled Worker category, the Saskatchewan Experience category for people already working in the province, or the Entrepreneur and Farm Owner and Operator categories. Saskatchewan currently gives priority to sectors such as health care, agriculture, skilled trades and technology.
Who it’s for
- Skilled workers abroad whose occupation is in demand in Saskatchewan
- Temporary workers and Saskatchewan graduates already working in the province
- Health, technology and agriculture workers with SINP-approved job offers
- Entrepreneurs and experienced farmers planning to establish a business in Saskatchewan
Key requirements
- For International Skilled Worker subcategories, the minimum score on the SINP points grid (education, experience, language, age and Saskatchewan connections)
- Recent work experience in your intended occupation that meets the subcategory's minimum
- Language test results at or above the minimum for your subcategory and occupation
- Post-secondary education or trade training for most International Skilled Worker routes, with an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) where required
- For job-offer routes, a full-time, permanent offer from a Saskatchewan employer, approved through the SINP's Job Approval Form
- For Saskatchewan Experience routes, current work in Saskatchewan on a valid, eligible work permit
- Proof of settlement funds where required, plus any licensing your occupation needs in Saskatchewan
How it works
- 01
Assess & choose your category
We review your occupation, experience, language, education and Saskatchewan ties to find the SINP category where you are strongest.
- 02
Job approval or expression of interest
If you have a job offer, your employer obtains SINP approval through a Job Approval Form; otherwise we submit your expression of interest to the pool.
- 03
Apply for nomination
Once you are eligible to apply or invited, we prepare and submit your complete SINP application and respond to any requests.
- 04
Receive your nomination
Saskatchewan reviews your file and, if it is approved, issues your provincial nomination.
- 05
Apply for permanent residence
We file your IRCC application — through Express Entry if you were nominated under that subcategory — including medicals and police certificates.
Advantages
- Subcategories for in-demand occupations that do not require a job offer
- Talent pathways for health, technology and agriculture workers with approved job offers
- Entrepreneur and farm categories for business owners and experienced farmers
- A Saskatchewan Express Entry nomination adds 600 points to your CRS score
Good to know
- Saskatchewan has focused recent nominations on candidates with Saskatchewan job offers or work experience; draws for no-job-offer subcategories have been limited.
- For 2026 the province tightened rules for some work permit holders and for graduates of schools outside Saskatchewan, so older advice may not apply.
FAQ
Can I apply to the SINP without a job offer?
Possibly. The Occupation In-Demand and Saskatchewan Express Entry subcategories do not require a job offer, but invitations under them have been limited recently. We review your options and the latest draws.
What is a Job Approval Form?
It is the SINP's approval of a Saskatchewan job offer. Your employer registers with the SINP and applies for it, and the approved form supports your nomination application.
Is there a route for Saskatchewan graduates?
Yes. The Students subcategory is for graduates of eligible Saskatchewan post-secondary programs who work in the province in a related job. Graduates of schools outside Saskatchewan no longer qualify under Saskatchewan Experience routes.
Last reviewed: October 2026. This page provides general information, not legal advice. Immigration rules change often — we confirm the latest requirements for your situation during your consultation.