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The Saskatchewan Government in an effort to welcome more immigrants and improve the economy has made some major changes to its skilled worker program. Effective right from the July 16, Saskatchewan is no longer accepting applications on the first-come, first serve basis for its International Skilled Worker Express Entry Sub-Category.
An applicant who is now willing to immigrate to Saskatchewan under the SINP Express Entry Sub-Category should create an Expression of Interest Profile based on which the applicant will be selected and issued an Invitation to Apply during the draws that are being conducted. The applicant only after receiving an ITA can apply for the provincial nomination along with all the required necessary documents.
The Saskatchewan government also released its updated In-Demand Occupations List. The below-listed occupations are expected to be in demand in the province.
| National Occupation Classification (NOC) | Occupation | Requirements Related to Professional Status/Licensure |
| 0211 | Engineering Managers | Letter from Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS) stating that you are eligible for registering as an Engineer-in-Training and your application has been approved or a letter from APEGS stating that Confirmatory Exams has been assigned for you. |
| 2131 | Civil Engineers | Letter from Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS) stating that you are eligible for registering as an Engineer-in-Training and your application has been approved or a letter from APEGS stating that Confirmatory Exams has been assigned for you. |
| 2147 | Computer Engineers | Letter from Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS) stating that you are eligible for registering as an Engineer-in-Training and your application has been approved or a letter from APEGS stating that Confirmatory Exams has been assigned for you. |
| 2154 | Land Surveyors | Documentation from the Canadian Board of Examiners for Professional Surveyors (CBEPS) which shows your Candidate status and your eligibility to writer CBEPS examinations. |
| 2173 | Software Engineers | If you possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, then you must provide a letter from APEGS stating that you are eligible for registering as an Engineer-in-Training and your application has been approved or a letter from APEGS stating that Confirmatory Exams has been assigned for you. |
| 2173 | Software Designers | You must provide documentation from the Canadian Association of Information Technology Professionals (CIPS) showing your Candidate Membership in AITP or your Certified Membership as an Information Systems Professional (I.S.P) or your Certified Membership as an Information Technology Certified Professional of Canada (ITCP). |
| 2175 | Web Designers & Developer | You must provide documentation from the Canadian Association of Information Technology Professionals (CIPS) showing your Candidate Membership in AITP or your Certified Membership as an Information Systems Professional (I.S.P) or your Certified Membership as an Information Technology Certified Professional of Canada (ITCP). |
| 3111 | Psychiatrists | Copy of your Valid license from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan |
| 3215 | Medical Radiation Technologists | A copy of your valid license from the Saskatchewan Association of Medical Radiation Technologists |
| 3234 | Paramedics | A copy of our valid license from the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics. |
| 4151 | Psychologists | Provide documentation form Saskatchewan College of Psychologists which shows your eligibility for provisional licensure |
| 4212 | Social & Community Service Workers | Provide an assessment of equivalency letter from the Canadian Association of Social Workers |
| 4214 | Early Childhood Educators & Assistants | Documentation from the Ministry of Education which shows the eligibility for Early Childhood Educator Certification |
| 3211 | Medical Laboratory Technologists |
Copy of valid license form Saskatchewan Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists |
| 3216 | Medical Sonographers | Provide proof of Sonography Certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography |
| 4162 | Economists/Economic Policy Researcher/Analysts | None |
| 2123 | Agricultural Representatives, Consultants & Specialists | None |
| 2242 | Electronic Service Technicians | None |
| 6331 | Meat Cutters | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 7201 | Contractor & supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and related occupations | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 7204 | Contractors & Supervisor, carpentry trades | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 7311 | Industrial Mechanics | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 7312 | Heavy-duty equipment mechanics | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 7321 | Automotive Service Technicians, truck & bus mechanics | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 7322 | Motor Vehicle Body Repairers | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 7237 | Welders | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 7384 | Recreation Vehicle Service | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 0822 | Managers in Horticulture | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 2225 | Landscape and Horticulture & Technicians and Specialists | Provide a Qualification Certificate from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission if it is an Express Entry application If it is an Occupations in Demand application, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan and Trade Certification Commission which states that you have completed trade qualifier assessment and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan. |
| 8252 | Agriculture Service Contractors, Farm Supervisors & specialized livestock workers | None |
| 0821 | Managers in Agriculture | None |
| 0911 | Manufacturing Managers | None |
| 0912 | Utility Managers | None |
Saskatchewan Government’s First Expression of Interest Draw: –
The Saskatchewan government held its first Expression of Interest Draw on the 21st of August and issued invitations to Express Entry candidates. The government also updated its In-Demand Occupation List (mentioned above) along with the process. The Saskatchewan government issued a total of 466 Invitations to candidates to apply for provincial nomination under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program’s Express Entry sub-category. The minimum CRS scores in the first Expression of Interest Draw was 360. An applicant should meet certain eligibility criteria in order to be considered eligible for Saskatchewan’s Express Entry Sub-Category Program.
The Saskatchewan government said that the Expression of Interest System will help in targeting & selecting potential candidates who could contribute to the strong growth of the economy in the long run.
Contact us to know more about Saskatchewan’s EOI System and eligibility requirements and the procedures as of how to migrate to Saskatchewan!
