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International Skilled Worker
Summary:
The International Skilled Worker stream of the SINP is designed for foreign nationals with the skills, experience, and education needed in Saskatchewan. This stream has three main subcategories:
Express Entry
Occupations In-Demand
Employment Offer
Each subcategory has distinct eligibility criteria but shares the goal of attracting workers who can contribute to Saskatchewan’s economy and integrate successfully into the province.
1. International Skilled Worker: Express Entry
This subcategory is for skilled workers who:
Have a valid Express Entry profile with IRCC
Meet the SINP eligibility criteria
Possess experience in a high-demand occupation not listed on the excluded occupations list
This stream is ideal for candidates who already meet federal eligibility for immigration and want to increase their chances by obtaining a provincial nomination.
2. International Skilled Worker: Occupations In-Demand
This subcategory is for candidates who:
Do not require an Express Entry profile
Have at least 1 year of full-time work experience in an eligible occupation (NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3)
Meet the minimum language requirement of CLB 4
Do not need a job offer in Saskatchewan
It’s designed for skilled workers whose occupations are in demand in the province, even if they haven’t applied through Express Entry.
3. International Skilled Worker: Employment Offer
This subcategory is for foreign nationals who:
Have a valid job offer from a Saskatchewan employer
Possess at least 1 year of related work experience
Meet a minimum CLB 4 in English or French
Do not need an Express Entry profile
Applicants must demonstrate that they are qualified for the position and that the offer is in a high-skilled TEER category.
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Eligibility Comparison
| Criteria | Express Entry | Occupations In-Demand | Employment Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express Entry Profile | Required | Not required | Not required |
| Education | Post-secondary | Post-secondary | No minimum |
| Language Proficiency | Same as Express Entry | CLB 4 | CLB 4 |
| Work Experience | As per Express Entry rules | 1 year (TEER 0, 1, 2, 3) | 1 year (TEER 0, 1, 2, 3) |
| Job Offer | Not required | Not required | Required |
| Saskatchewan Connection | Not required | Not required | Required (Job Offer) |
SINP Excluded Occupations List
Saskatchewan maintains a list of occupations that are not eligible under the International Skilled Worker streams. These include certain managerial, health, education, and creative sector roles.
Some examples of excluded occupations:
Legislators and senior government officials
Dentists, physicians, nurses, pharmacists
Secondary and elementary school teachers
Artists, musicians, and performers
Real estate agents and insurance brokers
Firefighters and police officers
How to Apply
Each subcategory has its own application process and documentation requirements. In general:
Create an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SINP’s online portal
Be invited to apply based on your EOI score
Submit a complete application with all supporting documents
If approved, receive a provincial nomination to apply for permanent residence with IRCC
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I’m Rashid Ali, a Licensed Canadian Immigration Consultant, having a designation of RCIC (Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant) from the College of Citizenship & Immigration Consultants of Canada or CICC (Previously known as ICCRC). CICC is the official regulator of immigration consultants in Canada. I’m also a member of the Canadian Association for Professional Immigration Consultants (CAPIC).