Saskatchewan Significantly Steps Up Numbers In New EOI Draw

October 12, 2018 – Saskatchewan immigration has significantly stepped up the number of invites issued in the latest draw of its Expression of Interest system.

In the October 10 draw, the province issued 853 invitations across two streams, eclipsing the previous high of 466, with minimum points scores also dropping.

It marks a significant step forwards for the newly-launched Saskatchewan immigration EOI system, which began issuing invites in August 2018.

The draw saw 494 candidates invited through the Occupations-in-Demand stream, with a minimum points requirement of 63.

Under the provinces Express Entry-linked stream, 359 invites were issued with a minimum-points score of 60.

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All of the EOI candidates invited had Educational Credential Assessments, which is required for Saskatchewan applications.

The province says it will conduct a minimum of one draw per month going forwards.

Saskatchewan has now conducted four draws under the EOI system.

The previous draw, on September 27, saw 438 invites issued under both the Occupations In-Demand and Express Entry streams. The lowest-ranked candidates scored 66 and 65 points respectively

Saskatchewan Expression of Interest Draws

What is the Process for Saskatchewan Expression of Interest?

1. Submit EOI profile.
2. Enter EOI candidate pool.
3. EOI candidates selected.
4. Invitations to Apply issued via regular draws.
5. Candidates submit full application within 60 days.
6. 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 occupation in NOC A, B, 0 included on the in-demand occupation 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 occupation in NOC A, B, 0 included on the in-demand occupation 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.

How To Qualify Under Saskatchewan’s New Expression of Interest System

Saskatchewan recently announced a change to its In-Demand Occupation List, removing 10 jobs.

A statement said it was removing jobs so that ‘nominations do not exceed employment demand’.

What Jobs Were Removed From Saskatchewan’s In-Demand Occupations List?

What Is The New Saskatchewan In-Demand Occupations List?

Interested employers: Kindly contact us here to receive further information.

Interested candidates: Find out whether you qualify to Canada by completing our free on-line evaluation. We will provide you with our evaluation within 1-2 business days.

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