Saskatchewan Provincial Nominee Program

Points Calculation for Saskatchewan PNP

To be eligible for the Saskatchewan PNP, applicants must score at least 60 points out of a maximum of 110 on the Nomination Assessment Grid. The assessment is based on the applicant's skills and is designed to bring skilled immigrants to the province. Candidates must provide supporting documents with their application to demonstrate that they have met the 60-point requirement.

The points grid is also used to rank Expression of Interest (EOI) of candidates. Candidates with the highest scores are most likely to receive an invitation to submit their applications for the SINP. If there are a large number of candidates with the same scores, Saskatchewan may apply additional criteria to prioritize candidate selection.

Priority may be given to candidates with connections to the province, such as past education or work experience, or a relative in the province. If there are still many candidates with the same scores, the province may prioritize those with higher language scores and more years of work experience.

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) assigns points to candidates based on the following five factors:

1.Education and Training

Candidates are assessed on their educational degrees, diplomas or certificates, and the duration of their study programs. Points are also allocated for formal training and apprenticeships in a skilled trade.

Here are the qualifications and the corresponding points allocated by the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program:

Doctorate or Master's degree - 23 points
A three or more years degree program or Bachelor's degree - 20 points
Certification for Trade - 20 points
Canadian equivalent Diploma that needs 2 but less than 3 years at a Trade or Technical school, College, or University - 15 points
Canadian equivalent Certificate or minimum 2 semesters but less than a 2-year program - 12 points

These points are used to assess the eligibility of applicants under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program. Candidates must secure a minimum of 60 points to qualify for the program.

2.Skilled Work Experience

Points are given based on the candidate's work experience. Relevant work experience in a high- skilled occupation and in-demand jobs is preferred. To be eligible for the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program, you must have at least three years of relevant, paid, and full-time work experience in the occupation you have chosen for your application. The work experience must have been gained within the last five years. You can earn up to 15 points for this factor. However, the work experience you claim must be directly related to the occupation you have selected for your application.

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) awards points for skilled work experience in the five years preceding the submission date of the application as follows:

3. Language Ability

Points are assigned based on the candidate's proficiency in English or French. The candidate has to prove their language ability through language tests recognized by the government. To be eligible for points for language ability, you must meet the required language proficiency level specified by SINP. The language tests accepted by the SINP are IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, and TCF. You can secure a maximum of 20 points for this factor based on your proficiency level in the four language abilities - reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Points will be awarded based on the candidate's score in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test, which is evaluated according to the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) standards. Candidates who meet the following CLB standards can secure the corresponding points:

20 points for CLB 8 and above
18 points for CLB 7
16 points for CLB 6
14 points for CLB 5

12 points for CLB 4

1 points for CLB 3 or lower

5. Connection to Saskatchewan / Adaptability

Points are assigned to candidates who have a connection to the province, such as a job offer, past work experience, past education, or a relative in the province. It is important to note that meeting the requirements for adaptability is not mandatory, but if you do qualify for this factor, you can earn additional points. The maximum number of points that can be obtained for adaptability is 30. The following are the factors and points you can earn:

20 points for having a close family member, such as a parent, sibling, or child, who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and living in Saskatchewan.
5 points for having previous work experience in Saskatchewan for at least 12 months in the past five years.
5 points for having previous study experience in Saskatchewan for at least one full-time

academic year in the past five years.

Candidates must secure a minimum of 60 points out of a maximum of 110 points on the SINP points grid to qualify for the program. The points are used to rank candidates and select the highest-scoring candidates for invitation to apply for the SINP.

Occupations that are in demand in Saskatchewan

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has a list of in-demand occupations which are categorized under the Saskatchewan Express Entry and the Occupation In-Demand sub-categories. The list is updated regularly, and it includes a variety of occupations in various industries such as healthcare, engineering, IT, trades, education, and more.

As of February 2023, some of the in-demand occupations in Saskatchewan include:

1. Computer Programmers and Interactive Media Developers
2. Information Systems Analysts and Consultants
3. Civil Engineers
4. Mechanical Engineers
5. Software Engineers and Designers
6. Financial Auditors and Accountants
7. Human Resource Managers
8. Physicians, General Practitioners, and Family Physicians
9. Registered Nurses
10. Psychologists

11. Early Childhood Educators and Assistants
12. Electricians
13. Plumbers
14. Welders
15. Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics

It is important to note that the demand for certain occupations may vary based on the province's economic and labor market needs. Therefore, it is always advisable to check the most up-to-date list of in-demand occupations on the official website of the SINP.