Saskatchewan International Graduate Entrepreneur Category
Summary:
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) offers the International Graduate Entrepreneur Category, providing international graduates from eligible Saskatchewan institutions the opportunity to establish, acquire, or partner in a business within the province. This pathway leads to provincial nomination for permanent residency in Canada.
Eligibility Requirements
Age: Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
Education: Completion of a full-time post-secondary degree or diploma of at least two years from an eligible Saskatchewan institution.
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Applicants must hold a valid PGWP with at least 24 months of eligibility remaining at the time of Expression of Interest (EOI) submission.
Residency: Applicants must have resided in Saskatchewan during their academic program.
Language Proficiency: A minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level of 7 in English or French.
Application Process
Expression of Interest (EOI):
- Submit an EOI to the SINP, detailing your personal information, education, work experience, and proposed business idea.
Invitation to Apply (ITA):
- If selected from the EOI pool, receive an ITA from the SINP.
Application Submission:
- Submit a comprehensive application, including a detailed Business Establishment Plan (BEP), proof of education, language proficiency results, and other supporting documents.
Business Performance Agreement (BPA):
- If approved, sign a BPA outlining the terms and conditions for your business operations in Saskatchewan.
Business Establishment:
- Establish and actively operate your business in Saskatchewan for at least one year, adhering to the BPA terms.
Nomination for Permanent Residency:
- Upon fulfilling the BPA conditions, apply for provincial nomination for permanent residency.
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Applicants must own at least one-third (33.3%) of the business and be actively involved in its day-to-day management. The business must be a for-profit entity with the primary purpose of earning profits through the sale of goods and/or services. After one year of operation, the business should generate the minimum required revenue, which varies depending on the number of employees.
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