Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) provides a pathway for individuals to immigrate to Canada. Through the SINP, the Province of Saskatchewan:

• Invites non-Canadian individuals who wish to settle in Saskatchewan to apply for residency.
• Nominates qualified applicants to the federal government for permanent residency in Canada.

The SINP is just one step in the process of obtaining permanent residency in Saskatchewan. Once nominated, all successful applicants must submit a residency application to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for approval.

Benefits

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) provides several advantages to applicants, including:

• Competitive processing times for applications
• Support from provincial immigration officers who can guide applicants through the process and clarify requirements

The final decision on SINP nominations rests with the Government of Saskatchewan. Once candidates are successfully nominated, they will be recognized as SINP nominees when applying for permanent resident status through Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Applicants may submit an application to the SINP if they meet the program’s criteria. It is important to ensure that applications are complete and accurate, with valid documentation provided.

Important Information

Applicants have the option to work with an immigration consultant, but it is important to note that no consultant is allocated an immigrant quota by the Province of Saskatchewan.

Three SINP Program Categories

There are three main categories under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) that applicants can apply to:

• International Skilled Worker: For skilled workers seeking to live and work in Saskatchewan.
• Saskatchewan Experience: For foreign nationals who are already residing and employed in Saskatchewan.
• Entrepreneur and Farm: For individuals who intend to establish a business or purchase and operate a farm in Saskatchewan.

Who is Not Eligible to Apply?

The following individuals are not eligible to apply for the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP):

• Refugee claimants in Canada who are seeking refugee status from the Government of Canada.
• Individuals living unlawfully in their home country or in Canada.
• Those who have been issued a removal order by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or the Canada Border Services Agency.
• Individuals who are prohibited from entering Canada.

You may also be ineligible for immigration to Canada if:

• You or any dependent family member fail to meet the IRCC’s health and criminality requirements (even if the dependent is not included in your application).
• There are unresolved custody or child support disputes involving any family member.
• You or your representative provided false information in your application.
• You cannot demonstrate your intent to live and work in Saskatchewan.

What to Do After You Apply

Once your application is submitted, it will be reviewed to ensure completeness.

• If your application is incomplete, you will receive a letter informing you of this, and you will need to re-apply with a new submission.
• Complete applications will be further reviewed, and additional documentation may be requested. You will be given a time limit to submit the requested information.
• If the requested documents are provided within the given time frame, your application will continue to be processed. If the information is not submitted, your application will be deemed ineligible.

Temporary Work Permit for International Skilled Worker: Employment Offer and Saskatchewan Experience Nominees

If your application is approved by the SINP, your nomination will be forwarded to IRCC, and you will receive a letter of support for a Temporary Work Permit. If IRCC approves the permit, you will be able to begin or continue working while your Permanent Resident Visa application is being processed.

Recommendation and Final Decision

After thoroughly reviewing all the information provided in the applications, a recommendation will be made regarding the nomination.

The recommendation will undergo further review, leading to a final decision. The possible outcomes are as follows:

• Approved: The applicant will receive a nomination package with instructions on the next steps. The applicant must submit an application to IRCC within six months of receiving the nomination.
• Ineligible Applications: The applicant will be notified via letter that their application has been deemed ineligible. They may request a secondary review if desired.
• Misrepresentation: If there is evidence that the application contains false information, processing will be halted until an investigation is conducted. Both the applicant and their employer or representative will receive a “procedural fairness letter” outlining the concerns. They will have the opportunity to provide evidence that no misrepresentation occurred.