If you are considering moving to Canada with your family in 2025, Saskatchewan may still offer the opportunity you’re looking for, but it’s important to be aware of recent changes that could impact your application. The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has introduced significant updates, particularly affecting job-seeking immigrants and their families. There is an important online session scheduled for April 9, 2025, that will provide crucial information about these changes before you apply.
Saskatchewan has long been an attractive destination for skilled workers due to its strong demand for labor, affordable housing, family-friendly communities, and supportive immigration pathways like SINP. However, recent federal-level reductions have cut the province’s immigration nomination quota by 50%, leading SINP to introduce new policies in April 2025, including stricter caps and eligibility exclusions, especially for certain occupations and sectors.
For those planning to apply for a Saskatchewan work visa and bring their spouse and children, there are key changes to consider. First, certain job titles are now ineligible under the Occupations In-Demand (OID) or Express Entry (EE) streams. Your job must fall within the approved NOC codes and meet skill levels TEER 1, 2, or 3. You can verify your job’s eligibility using the NOC Search Tool.
Additionally, SINP has placed caps on the number of annual nominations for specific occupation-sector combinations. Once these caps are filled, applications will only be processed if slots reopen, making timing crucial.
Furthermore, many professions in Saskatchewan are regulated, and if you work in fields like healthcare, engineering, teaching, or law, you will need professional certification to qualify for nomination and may be asked for additional documentation.
Some occupations and business types are also no longer eligible under SINP’s job offer streams. Even if you have a job offer, your application could be rejected if it’s not from an approved sector or employer type.
To navigate these changes, the Government of Saskatchewan is hosting an online information session on April 9, 2025. This session will provide the opportunity to hear directly from experts and get clarification on how these updates could affect your application. Whether you are applying alone or with your family, this session is an essential resource.
If you’re planning to bring your family, Saskatchewan still allows family immigration under certain SINP streams. If your job and employer are approved, your spouse may also be eligible to apply for a Spousal Open Work Permit, and your children can accompany you on study or visitor visas. Be sure to prepare all required documentation for each family member, meet the provincial requirements to support dependents, and demonstrate your intent to settle long-term in Saskatchewan.
