Saskatchewan Issues 85 Canada Immigration Invitations In New PNP Draw

Colin R. Singer
marzo 9, 2022

Saskatchewan has issued 85 Canada immigration invitations in a new Expression of Interest draw through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program.

The March 8 draw featured 82 invitations through the province’s Occupations In-Demand and Express Entry streams, which targeted 31 National Occupational Classification codes.

A further three invitations through the same two streams went to candidates who listed their country of residence as Ukraine, as a direct response to the Russian invasion of the country.

Millions are currently trying to flee the European country to escape a war started by Russian President Vladimir Putin, to the horror of the western world.

At federal level, Canada has introduced a number of immigration measures designed to help those trying to escape the crisis come here.

Saskatchewan is the first province to conduct PNP draws directly aimed at assisting Ukrainians.

Latest Saskatchewan Expression of Interest Draw

Draw date	Category	Minimum score	Invites issued	Other considerations
04-Mar-22	Occupations In-Demand	87	43	NOCs included: 0014, 0121, 0421, 0621, 0911, 1122, 1123, 1213, 1214, 1221, 1222, 1241, 1243, 1252, 2142, 2253, 2263, 3143, 3211, 3215, 4033, 4151, 4153, 4162, 4164, 4166, 4212, 7246, 7295, 8222, 9212
	Express Entry	87	39
	Occupations In-Demand and Express Entry	61	3	All invited candidates listed country of residence as Ukraine.

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What is the Process for Saskatchewan Expression of Interest?

Submit EOI profile.
Enter EOI candidate pool.
EOI candidates selected.
Invitations to Apply issued via regular draws.
Candidates submit full application within 60 days.
SINP officials assess applications and make decision.

What Are the Requirements for The Occupation-In-Demand Sub-Category?

Score a minimum of 60 points on the SINP points assessment grid;
Have a language score of at least Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4. Employers and regulatory bodies may ask for higher;
Have completed one year of post-secondary education, training or apprenticeship comparable to the Canadian education system. You must have earned a diploma, certificate or degree.
- Degrees and diplomas obtained outside Canada subject to an Educational Credential Assessment;
At least one-year work experience in the past 10 years:
- In your field of education or training occupation, and
- In an eligible occupation in NOC A, B, 0. See the excluded occupations list.
Obtain the appropriate licensure in Saskatchewan if your field so requires, as the authorities will not process an application without the licensure.
Have proof of settlement funds and a settlement plan.
Pay a non-refundable $300 application fee online.

What Are the Requirements for The Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category?

Candidates from outside Canada, or with legal status in Canada, qualify for this Saskatchewan immigration category, provided they are not a refugee claimant.

Additionally, candidates must:

Have a profile in the Express Entry Pool, with profile number and job seeker validation code;
Score a minimum of 60 points on the SINP points assessment grid;
Provide valid language test results from a designated testing agency matching those in the Express Entry profile;
Have completed one year of post-secondary education, training or apprenticeship comparable to the Canadian education system. You must have earned a diploma, certificate or degree.
- Degrees and diplomas obtained outside Canada subject to an Educational Credential Assessment;
Have at least one of the following experience requirements in your field of education or training occupation:
- One year of work experience in the past 10 years in a skilled profession (non-trades);
- Two years of work experience in a skilled trade in the past five years; or
- One year of work experience in Canada in the past three years (trades and non-trades).
Have work experience in a high-skilled, eligible occupation in NOC A, B, 0. See the excluded occupations list.
Obtain the appropriate licensure in Saskatchewan where your profession is regulated, or a skilled trade. For skilled trades, a certificate is required from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission.
Have proof of settlement funds and a settlement plan.
Pay a non-refundable $300 application fee online.