Saskatchewan is a Canadian province located at the center of the country, that borders with the United States to the south. Grassland covers its southern plains, and to the north are the rugged rock of the Canadian Shield plateau, coniferous forests, rivers and lakes. The population of Saskatchewan is about 1,171,240 inhabitants. Saskatchwan is 2,901.8 km far from Toronto ON. Central Standard Time (CST) is Saskatchewan's time zone. The time difference from Saskatchewan to Toronto is 2 hours.

Saskatchewan is in need of high skilled occupations and this could be the perfect opportunity for those families to be able to apply directly for Canadian Permanent Residence.

Under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program, there are several categories. For this article, we will focus on the International Skilled Worker: Saskatchewan Express Entry.

For this specific program there is NO NEED to have a Job Offer. 

Now let’s start by saying that these programs open all year round, but the list of Occupations in Demand does change several times throughout the year so if your occupation is in demand you should apply as soon as possible through an Expression of Interest and an Express Entry Profile.

That is why it is always important to plan ahead and make sure you meet all the necessary requirements to apply, contact us to evaluate your opportunities.

THE OCCUPATION IN-DEMAND AND EXPRESS ENTRY OCCUPATION CATEGORY 

We are focusing on this category since it's a great opportunity for foreign nationals to apply directly for Permanent Residence without the need of a Job Offer if your Occupation is In-Demand in the province of Saskatchewan.

REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY

These category is meant for candidates with education and work experience in a high skilled in demand occupation. There are Occupations that may not apply under this category, this is the exception list and if you see your occupation in here you do not qualify:

Now, if your occupation is not excluded you are almost there! let’s check what you need to know. The following are the REQUIREMENTS you need to meet in order to apply. Keep in mind Saskatchwean has a POINT GRID ASSESSMENT you need at least 60 points in order to qualify, these are the factors taken into consideration:

1. EDUCATION

2. LANGUAGE (for this specific category a CLB of 7 is a must)

3. AGE (if you are over 50 you do not qualify)

4. WORK EXPERIENCE (they will consider the last 10 years of experience)

HERE IS AN EXPLANATION OF THE REQUIREMENTS NEEDED FOR THIS CATEGORY:

Your position should be in the following category of the National Occupation Classification (2011):

• NOC "A" (occupations that usually require university education);

• NOC "B" (occupations that usually require college education or apprenticeship training); or

• NOC "0" (management).

 If you are meant for all applicants no matter which occupation you may fit into. In order to be eligible under the Occupations In-Demand Express Entry sub-category, applicants must:

 EXPRESS ENTRY POOL:

You must be accepted in the Pool and have a Validation Code

 LANGUAGE:

Minimum language score of 7 according to the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB). This would be a 6.0 for each band in your IELTS General minimum.

EDUCATION:

Have completed at least one year of post-secondary education or training comparable to the Canadian education system; The program of study must have resulted in a degree, diploma, certificate, or a certificate equivalent to a trade certificate.

For degrees and diplomas obtained outside of Canada, you must have an educational credential assessment (ECA)

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Have at least one of the following in your field of education or training occupation:

• One year work experience in the past 10 years in a skilled profession (non-trades);

• Two years work experience in a skilled trade in the past five years; or

• Twelve months work experience in Canada in the past three years (trades and non-trades).

Have work experience in a high skilled occupation in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) Matrix level "A", "B" or "0".

You may be required to provide proof of Professional Status or Licensure (for regulated occupations or those with professional certification standards in Canada and/or Saskatchewan) for your occupation

SETTLEMENT FUNDS:

The minimum amount required for your application is based on the size of your family, as listed in the table below

The occupations are also categorized into the occupations with the most opening jobs or highest paid, there is a lot more than just adding a NOC code into your application, you want to make sure the NOC you choose fits not only well with the experience but with the criteria from the program to make the selections.

Now that you know which are the Occupations in Demand and if you think you might meet the qualifications please CONTACT US for a further assessment, this is a great opportunity, take advantage of it.

This program is a great opportunity to apply directly for Permanent Residence. There are other factors involved but do not feel discouraged if you do not have the right amount of funds or the right level of English. Yes, you will need it we are not saying you can apply without them but those are things that you could work on and to do so you need to PLAN AHEAD!

Get to know Saskatchewan

WHY MOVE TO SASKATCHEWAN?

Saskatchewan has a vibrant art and culture scene, scenic provincial parks and plenty of sports and recreation opportunities. Known as the birthplace of Medicare, its residents enjoy free medical care and excellent health care services. Saskatchewan is one of the best destinations for immigrants.

WHAT SASKATCHEWAN IS KNOWN FOR

• It is the sixth Canadian province with the largest population, estimated at 1,165,903 inhabitants.

• Regina is the capital city, with an estimated population of 240,000 inhabitants.

• Saskatchewan is the fifth largest province in Canada (about 651,036 km2)

• It is the sunniest province in Canada, with an average of 2,000 to 2,500 hours of sunshine per year.

• 65% of the residents of the province live in urban areas.

• Saskatchewan has the lowest sales tax in all of Canada, only 6%.

• Thanks to its high quality of life and low cost of living, the population of Saskatchewan has increased by 144,000 people in the last decade.

• It is a leader in the production and export of potash.

The economy of Saskatchewan 

Saskatchewan is a province rich in minerals such as oil, natural gas, uranium, and coal. Although agriculture is the primary sector boosting the province's economy, other service industries also add to its economic development, such as financial, insurance and healthcare.

Work in Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan offers great opportunities for people interested in starting or developing their own business. The province has an unemployment rate of less than 4%, the lowest in the entire country. The average monthly income per family is about $ 80,000 and the cost of living is very affordable compared to other Canadian provinces.

Weather in Saskatchewan

Like the rest of Canada, there are 4 seasons in Saskatchewan. During summer and winter, there are extreme temperatures, the hottest exceeding the 30°C degrees and the coldest which reaches -40°C. During spring and autumn, it is usual to observe more moderate climatic variations with temperatures ranging from zero to 20 degrees.

 To cope with the climatic variations brought by each season, it is crucial knowing how to choose the appropriate wardrobe that will allow you to adjust to the weather.

MAIN CITIES: REGINA AND SASKATOON

Regina: It is the capital of the province. About 240,000 people live there. The economy of the capital is driven by service industries, particularly by industries that commercialize the city's natural resources. Regina also serves as headquarter to the Regina Research Park, an innovation center where new technologies are promoted in order to strengthen the economic development of the province. Compared to other Canadian cities, the cost of living in Regina is lower, making it an attractive destination for many immigrants

Saskatoon: It is the largest city in Saskatchewan, with a thriving economy focused on the technological and financial services industries, in addition to agricultural and mining activity. Saskatoon is recognized worldwide as one of the leading experts in agricultural biotechnology research.

You may be interested in our article where we talk about the advantages of studying in Saskatchewan where you will have an answer to this questions:

• Is Saskatchewan good for international students?

• Benefits of Studying in Saskatchewan

• Saskatchewan rules for international students

• Saskatchewan good for immigration?

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