Application Guide for the

Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-category

Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

This Application Guide outlines the requirements for the Saskatchewan Express Entry Subcategory of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). It includes the
instructions and process necessary for preparing your application. To find out if you are
likely to qualify for the program, read this guide carefully before applying.
Please note that program criteria may change without notice and the SINP will assess
applications according to the criteria in the application guide posted on the Saskatchewan
immigration website at the time your application is received. Ensure that you have the most
up-to-date application guide.
Please note that this electronic version contains hyperlinks to important information.

For more information, please contact:

Government of Saskatchewan
Immigration Services Branch
Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program
7th Floor, 1945 Hamilton Street
Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 2C8
Telephone:
Facsimile:
Inquiries:
Requested documents:
Website:

(Canada 001) 306-798-7467

(Canada 001) 306-798-0713
immigration@gov.sk.ca
immigration.documents@gov.sk.ca
http://www.economy.gov.sk.ca/immigration/express-entry

Updated September 11, 2015

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Table of Contents
I. What is the SINP? ............................................................................................................................ 3
What is the Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category? ................................................................ 3
How the Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category works ........................................................... 3
Who is not eligible to apply under the Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category? ...................... 4
II. Eligibility Requirements ................................................................................................................. 4
Eligibility .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Assessment Rating ............................................................................................................................ 5
Supporting Documents ..................................................................................................................... 8
III. The Application Process ...............................................................................................................15
How to Apply ..................................................................................................................................15
General Guidelines for Completing the Forms ..............................................................................15
Who is Included with Your Application? ........................................................................................15
What Happens to Your Application Package? ...............................................................................16
About Immigration Representatives and Designated Individuals ..................................................17
IV. Important Terms ...........................................................................................................................19
Appendix A SINP In-Demand Occupation List ..............................................................................23

I. What is the SINP?

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) is an immigration program,
administered by the province that operates under an agreement with the federal
government. This program can provide a quicker means of entry into Canada; it allows
Saskatchewan to nominate applicants to the federal government for permanent residence.
The SINP offers:
applicant selection based on the provinces economic and labour force needs;
competitive application processing times; and,
provincial immigration officers who can provide customer support with the process.

What is the Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category?

The Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category is for skilled workers who want to work
and live in Saskatchewan. The SINP can nominate individuals that are in Citizenship
and Immigration Canadas Express Entry pool through this category. A nomination from
the SINP gives candidates enough points to receive an Invitation to Apply for Permanent
Residency through the Express Entry system. Candidates must have the education,
skilled work experience, language ability and other factors to help them to successfully
establish and integrate into Saskatchewans labour market and communities.

How the Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category works

Step 1: Submit an online profile on Citizenship and Immigration Canadas Express Entry
system and get accepted into the Express Entry pool.
Important: You must provide accurate information on your Express Entry Profile.
If the information on your Express Entry Profile is not accurate, Citizenship and
Immigration Canada may bar you from applying to immigrate to Canada for five
years.
Step 2: Apply online to the SINP for nomination.
the SINP reviews your application; and,
if approved, the SINP will:
enter the details of your nomination into CICs Express Entry system; and,
send a nomination letter to you explaining the next steps.
Step 3: After the SINP enters your nomination information into your Express Entry profile,
you will have 30 days to accept the nomination in the Express Entry System. With
the additional 600 points for a nomination, it is likely that you will receive an
invitation to apply for permanent residency from CIC. When you receive an
invitation to apply for permanent residency, you will have 60 days to submit your
permanent residency application to CIC. View CICs application process for
permanent residency for provincial nominees through the Express Entry system.
CIC conducts health, security, and criminality reviews and verifies other
inadmissibility provisions in Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA)
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before issuing permanent resident visas to you and your accompanying family
members. View more information on CIC eligibility and health assessments.

Who is not eligible to apply under the Saskatchewan Express Entry SubCategory?

Refugee claimants in Canada claiming refugee status from the Government of Canada.
Individuals who were not accepted into the Express Entry pool.

You may not be eligible for nomination if any of the following situations is true:
you failed to submit documentation as requested by SINP;
you failed to establish that your intent to live and work in Saskatchewan is genuine; and,
you and or your representative have intentionally misrepresented yourselves in the
application.

II. Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility
(See Supporting Documents section for detailed information)
You may apply under the Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category if you live outside of
Canada or you have proof of legal status in Canada and you meet the following criteria:
1. You have been accepted into CICs Express Entry pool and have an Express Entry
Profile Number and Job Seeker Validation Code. The Number and Code must be
included in your SINP application.
2. You score a minimum of 60 points out of 100 on the SINP point assessment grid.
3. You can provide language test results from a designated testing agency that match the
language level declared in your Express Entry profile.
4. You have completed a minimum of one year of post-secondary education or training
which is comparable to the Canadian education system and has resulted in a degree,
diploma, certificate, or a certificate equivalent to a trade certificate (that is verifiable).
5. You have a minimum level of work experience related to your field of education or
training:
At least one year of work experience in the past 10 years in a skilled profession
(non-trades); OR
At least two years of work experience in a skilled trade within the past five years;
OR
At least 12 months of skilled work experience in Canada in the past three years
(trades and non-trades).
6. Your work experience is in a high skilled occupation (NOC 0, A or B) that is
considered to be in-demand in Saskatchewan. Please see Appendix A for the list of
eligible occupations.
7. If your work experience is in an occupation that is regulated in Saskatchewan and
requires mandatory (compulsory) certification or licensing in Saskatchewan, you are
required to obtain proof of eligibility for Saskatchewan licensure to be able to work in
that profession before you apply to the SINP. Proof of eligibility for Saskatchewan
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licensure from the regulatory body will be required as part of your SINP application.
See Appendix A to determine if your occupation has mandatory (compulsory)
certification or licensing. You can find more information on regulated occupations at Is
my occupation regulated?
If your work experience is in a skilled trade you must hold a certificate of
qualification (also known as a letter of invitation) in your skilled trade from the
Saskatchewan Apprenticeship & Trade Certification Commission.
8. You have proof of settlement funds and a settlement plan.
Nomination Limit and Application Intake Thresholds
Please be advised the SINP is subject to a nomination limit set by the federal government.
The ability to be nominated is affected by these constraints as well as program criteria. No
application is guaranteed to be accepted and/or nominated. View Intake Thresholds here.

Assessment Rating
You must score a minimum of 60 points out of 100 points on the Point Assessment
Grid to be considered for nomination.
You are awarded points on the basis of five factors:
education and training;
skilled work experience;
language ability;
age; and,
connection(s) to the Saskatchewan labour market and adaptability.
You must attach documents to support the information for the eligibility criteria and
points factors. For example, if you claim 20 points for having a university degree, you
must attach a copy of your university degree and complete transcripts. If your degree is
printed in a language other than English or French, you must also attach a translated
version.
For more information on the requirements for supporting documents, please see the
Supporting Documents and Important Terms sections of this guide.

POINT ASSESSMENT GRID

FACTOR I: LABOUR MARKET SUCCESS INDICATORS

FACTOR I (A): EDUCATION & TRAINING

The principal applicants education points are calculated according to documented proof of completed postsecondary education and/or training programs from a nationally or provincially recognized institution or
regulatory body. The principal applicant must include copies of diplomas, certificates or degrees for any
education or training with their complete transcripts. The applicant must show at least one year of postsecondary education or training. (Maximum total points = 23)
Masters or Doctorate degree; OR
University Degree that required at least three years of full-time study; OR
Trade certification equivalent to journey person status in Saskatchewan (credential must be
approved by the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission); OR
Degree, diploma or certificate that required at least two years of full-time post-secondary study,
or certificate equivalent; OR
Degree, diploma or certificate that required at least one year of full-time post-secondary study, or
certificate equivalent to a trade certificate
FACTOR I (B): SKILLED WORK EXPERIENCE

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20
20
15
12

The principal applicants work experience points are calculated according to documented proof of skilled
work experience (NOC 0, A, B) in an occupation that is in-demand in Saskatchewan (refer to Appendix A
for the list of in-demand occupations). The applicant must have a minimum level of work experience related
to their field of education or training:
At least one year of work experience in the past 10 years in a skilled profession (non-trades); OR
At least two years of work experience in a skilled trade within the past five years; OR
At least 12 months of skilled work experience in Canada in the past three years (trades and nontrades).
Documentation must include a letter of reference from the supervisor or Human Resources officer, for each
work experience listed, that is printed on company letterhead, or the applicants official work book or other
official government document. A letter of reference must state the job title, job duties, wage and duration of
employment. (Maximum total points = 15)

Work experience gained over the last ten years is weighted. Applicants get two points for each year worked
in the most recent five years, and one point for each year from the six to ten year period prior to applying, up
to a maximum of 15 points.
(A) WORK EXPERIENCE DURING THE MOST RECENT FIVE YEARS PRIOR TO APPLICATION
5 years
4 years
3 years
2 years
1 year
(B) WORK EXPERIENCE DURING THE SIX TO TEN YEAR PERIOD PRIOR TO APPLICATION
5 years
4 years
3 years
2 years
1 year

10
8
6
4
2
5
4
3
2
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i.e., If an application is submitted on 1-Jan-2014, points for experience gained during the most recent five
years would be from 2009-2013, and points for experience gained during the six to ten year period would be
from 2004-2008.
FACTOR I (C): LANGUAGE ABILITY
The principal applicant must provide valid language test results from a designated testing agency that match
the language level the applicant declared in their Express Entry profile. The principal applicants language
ability is calculated according to documented ability in one of Canadas official languages, English or French.
If the applicant is proficient in both, s/he should choose the language that is most comfortable as their first
official language. SINP-approved language tests are the International English Language Testing Systems
(IELTS, GENERAL TRAINING), Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) and
Test devaluation de francais (TEF).
CLB refers to Canadian Language Benchmarks. Visit CIC to convert IELTS, CELPIP and TEF scores to
CLB 5 to 9+.
(Maximum total points = 20)
FIRST LANGUAGE
CLB 8 and higher
CLB 7
CLB 6
CLB 5

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18
16
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FACTOR I (D): AGE

The principal applicants age points are calculated according to the date of application to the SINP.
<18 years
18-21 years
22-34 years
35-45 years
46-50 years
>50 years
MAXIMUM POINTS FACTOR I LABOUR MARKET SUCCESS INDICATORS

0
8
12
10
8
0
70

FACTOR II: CONNECTION TO SASKATCHEWAN LABOUR MARKET & ADAPTABILITY

The principal applicants points are calculated according to documented proof of a strong connection to
Saskatchewan with genuine intention and ability to successfully settle and economically establish in
Saskatchewan as a permanent resident. (Maximum total points = 30)
Close relative in Saskatchewan
(The applicant or accompanying spouse has a close relative that is a Canadian citizen or
permanent resident residing in Saskatchewan includes: parent, sibling, grandparent, aunt,
uncle, niece, nephew, cousin and step-family members or in-laws of the same relationships.
The family members in Saskatchewan must meet the requirements as listed in the Application
guide)
Previous work experience in Saskatchewan
(The applicant worked in Saskatchewan for at least twelve months in the past five years on a
valid work permit)
Previous student experience in Saskatchewan
(The applicant studied at a recognized Saskatchewan education institution for at least one full
time academic year on a valid study permit)

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MAXIMUM POINTS FACTOR II CONNECTION TO SASKATCHEWAN LABOUR MARKET &

ADAPTABILITY

30

MAXIMUM POINTS TOTAL - FACTOR I & II

100

Supporting Documents
General Guidelines
Supporting documents are required to substantiate your eligibility for SINP nomination
and to prove your identity, work experience, academic credentials, language ability,
finances, etc. During application assessment, the SINP may request additional
documentation that is not listed in the guide, as necessary.
All supporting documents must be clear and easy to read copies of the original
documents. If your documents are in a language other than English or French, you
must submit the following three documents:
a copy of the original document;
a copy of the English or French translation of the document; and,
a copy of an affidavit from the translator describing their translation ability.
Translators can be any person other than your family member or spouse. Translators must
not work for or be a paid consultant or representative who is preparing the application.
Please note: CIC requires that the translator be certified by a regulatory body as a translator.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that translations meet all federal
requirements when applying for permanent residency.
If documents are unclear, missing, or not translated into English or French, your
application will be rejected and the SINP will send you instructions on what is
missing and how to apply again.

1. Express Entry Profile Number and Job Seeker Validation Code

You must be accepted into CICs Express Entry pool before applying to the SINP. To
confirm your registration in the Express Entry pool, you are required to provide your
Express Entry Profile Number (E plus nine digits), and Job Seeker Validation Code
(four digits) when you submit your application to the SINP.

2. Language Credentials
Applicants must meet federal Express Entry language requirements:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/language.asp
You must provide valid language test results from a designated testing agency that
match the language level you declared in your Express Entry profile. Your test results
cannot be more than two years old at the time of application. All applicants to the
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Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-category must provide valid language test results that
confirm you meet the minimum requirements, regardless of what your native language
is.
Designated testing agencies are:
International English Language Testing System (IELTS,
TRAINING)
Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)
Test devaluation de francais (TEF)

GENERAL

Visit CIC to convert IELTS, CELPIP and TEF scores to CLB 5 to 9+.

3. Education/Training Credentials
You must have completed a minimum of one year of post-secondary education or
training, which is comparable to the Canadian education system that has resulted in a
degree, diploma, certificate, or a certificate equivalent to a trade certificate.
You must submit documents to verify your training and/or post-secondary
education with one or more of the following:
education/trade certificates, degrees or diplomas with a copy of official transcripts
wherever applicable, showing school(s) attended or courses taken;
professional designations, professional licenses and/or professional association
memberships; and,
certification of apprenticeship/certificate equivalent (that is verifiable and
comparable to the Canadian education system programs) with details of program
structure, courses, length and its administering or regulatory authority.

4. Work Experience Credentials

You must have a minimum level of work experience related to your field of education
or training:
At least one year of paid work experience in the past 10 years in a skilled
profession (non-trades); OR
At least two years of paid work experience in a skilled trade within the past five
years; OR
At least 12 months of paid skilled work experience in Canada in the past three years
(trades and non-trades).
Your work experience must be in a high skilled occupation (NOC 0, A or B) that
is considered to be in-demand in Saskatchewan. Please see Appendix A for the list of
eligible occupations.
You must submit letters of reference from previous employers to prove your work
experience for each work experience listed for the point assessment grid.
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Documentation must include letters of reference from the supervisor or Human

Resources Officer printed on company letterhead or the applicants official work book
or other official government documents.
Each letter should indicate the following:
your job position and dates of employment;
your main duties/responsibilities;
the number of hours you worked each week if the position was not full-time; and,
the contact information of your supervisor or manager.

5. Regulatory or Licensing Credentials (if applicable)

If your work experience is in an occupation that is regulated in Saskatchewan and
requires mandatory (compulsory) certification or licensing in Saskatchewan, you are
required to obtain proof of eligibility for Saskatchewan licensure to be able to work in
that profession before you apply to the SINP. Proof of eligibility for Saskatchewan
licensure from the regulatory body will be required as part of your SINP application.
See Appendix A to determine if your occupation has mandatory (compulsory)
certification or licensing. You can find more information on regulated occupations at Is
my occupation regulated?
If your work experience is in a skilled trade you are required to have a certificate of
qualification (also known as a letter of invitation) in your skilled trade from the
Saskatchewan Apprenticeship & Trade Certification Commission.
For more information on licensing, regulated and non-regulated occupations in
Saskatchewan and Canada, visit Job Bank.

6. Settlement Funds and Settlement Plan

You are required to demonstrate that you will be able to support your household during
your employment search after you arrive, as well as show that you have a plan for your
settlement.
Settlement Funds
The minimum required amount for your application is based on the size of your family
and outlined in the table below. Your settlement funds must meet the following criteria:

The minimum amount must be maintained for at least 3 months prior to submitting
your application to the SINP and you are required to maintain these funds
throughout the entire immigration process.
The account(s) must be in the principal applicant or spouses name(s) only.
Account statements must show detailed transaction history.
Only provide documents for accounts that maintain the minimum required value,
not documents for all financial assets.
Only the following funds will be accepted: checking accounts, savings accounts,
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GICs, Mutual Funds, RRSPs, TFSAs, term deposits and time deposits.
Number of
Persons in Household
One person
Two people
Three people
Four people
Five people
Six people
Seven or more

Funds Required
(in Canadian dollars)
$11,931
$14,853
$18,260
$22,170
$25,145
$28,359
$31,574

Settlement Plan
You are required to complete Citizenship and Immigration Canadas online settlement
planning tool. The Living in Canada tool will help you build a customized settlement
plan based on your current situation. Once you fill out the online questionnaire, please
email the plan to yourself. Once you receive the plan by email, attach a copy to your
SINP application.
For more information about settlement services in Saskatchewan visit the Interactive
Map and select your region or community.

7. Close Relative in Saskatchewan (if applicable)

The following is considered a close relative:
parents
sisters/brothers
aunts/uncles
nieces/nephews
first cousins
grandparents
step-family members/in- laws of the same relationship
If you are claiming points for a close family member, you must provide the following
from the family member:
birth certificate, marriage certificate and or any other official government education
or religious documents that prove your relationship to your close family relative.
Please note: the SINP does not accept affidavits.
copy of the relatives Canadian permanent resident or citizenship card, or Canadian
passport;
proof that they have been living in Saskatchewan for the past twelve months and are
self-sufficient:
utility bills from the past twelve months from either SaskPower; SaskEnergy; a
city or town office. (We will not accept telephone, cellular or cable bills);
Saskatchewan Health Card or Saskatchewan Drivers license;
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proof that the family member is a registered tenant of a Saskatchewan address

(lease agreement and rental receipts OR proof of ownership) and names of other
occupants at this address including their relationship to them; and,
proof of receipt of income for the past three months.

Other documents may be asked for but are not required at the time of application. For
example, if your close relative has children between the ages of five and seventeen, you
may be asked for copies of their enrollment in the Saskatchewan education system.
Close family members can support one application at a time (one household can support
one application at a time). If your close family member is already supporting an SINP
application, they cannot support your application until the nominee they are supporting
has lived and worked in Saskatchewan for six months. Your application will need to
include documentation from your close relative regarding the previously supported
applicant to show that the supported nominee has settled in Saskatchewan, including:
proof of Permanent Resident status or Canadian Citizenship:
Canadian permanent resident card; or
Canadian citizenship card; or
Canadian passport.
proof that they have been living and working in Saskatchewan for the past six
months:
utility bills from the past six months from either SaskPower; SaskEnergy; a city
or town office (SINP will not accept telephone, cellular or cable bills);
Saskatchewan Health Card or Saskatchewan Drivers license;
proof that they are a registered tenant of a Saskatchewan address (lease
agreement and rental receipts OR proof of ownership) and names of other
occupants at this address including their relationship to them; and,
proof of employment during the past six months. Documentation must include
copies of paystubs or a letter from the employer confirming employment. This
letter should be on company letterhead.
PLEASE NOTE: the SINP may request that you submit additional documents or
information as deemed necessary.

8. Previous work experience in Saskatchewan (if applicable)

If you are claiming points for working in Saskatchewan you must submit documents to
verify that you have previously worked in Saskatchewan for a minimum of 12 months in the
past five years. You will need to provide the following:
Letters of reference from your previous employer(s) that are written on official
company letterhead and signed by an authorized representative of the company who is
identified by name and title. Each letter should indicate the following:
your job position;
dates of employment; and,
your main duties/responsibilities.
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9. Previous study experience in Saskatchewan (if applicable)

If you are claiming points for studying in Saskatchewan you must submit the following
documents:
education/trade certificates, degrees or diplomas with official transcripts wherever
applicable, showing school(s) attended or courses taken; or
a letter from the registrar stating that you studied at a Saskatchewan Institute.

10. Identity and Civil Status Documents

You need to provide the following documents to confirm your identity and civil status:
Birth Certificates that list both parents for:
you (the principal applicant);
your spouse or common-law partner (if applicable); and,
each dependent child, including those who will not accompany you to Canada (if
applicable).
If you are married or widowed you must include:
A marriage certificate; and/or,
A death certificate of your former spouse (if applicable).
If you are in a common-law relationship you must include:
IMM 5409 Declaration of Common-Law Union (if in a common-law
relationship of one year or more); and,
proof of at least one year of common law relationship. (i.e., statements or letters
from a bank or financial institute showing a joint bank, trust, credit union, or
charge card account; copy of signed joint lease or mortgage; copy of jointly
owned property other than your residence; copy of bills or receipts made to both
of you; copy of life insurance naming the other partner as the beneficiary, etc.).
If you or your spouse is divorced you must include:
final divorce documents for all divorces; and,
custody and child support documents (if applicable).
Adoption papers for your dependent children who were adopted (if applicable).
If you have dependent children, whether they are accompanying you to Canada or
not, and the childs other parent is not accompanying you to Canada you must
include:
a letter from the other parent stating that they are aware of your intention to
immigrate to Canada (with or without the child/children) and that there are no
outstanding custody or child support issues; OR
proof of custody for the child/children under the age of majority and proof that
you have legal authority to remove the child/children from your home country (if
applicable).
If you have dependent children that are not accompanying you to Canada you must
include:
their name, age and contact information (mailing and email address, and phone
number); and,
a detailed reason why each dependant is not accompanying you along with
supporting documentation (e.g. legal separation).
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11. Passports
Your passport must be valid throughout the immigration process (from application to
permanent residency). You will need to include copies of pages in your passport that
show the passport number, date of issue, expiry date, photo, name, and place of birth
for:
yourself (the principal applicant);
your spouse or common-law partner (if applicable); and,
all dependent children accompanying you to Canada (if applicable).
If you live in a country that is different than your nationality, please include a copy of
your visa for the country in which you currently live.

12. Police Report(s) (if applicable)

If you or any dependent over the age of 18 has committed an offence or has been
convicted of a crime, you must provide a copy of a police report from the country or
countries where the offense(s) occurred and your current country of residence. In
addition to the police report, submit any proof of rehabilitation, if applicable.

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III. The Application Process

How to Apply
Step 1: Submit an online profile on Citizenship and Immigration Canadas Express Entry
system and get accepted into the Express Entry pool.
Step 2: Read and review the Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category Application Guide
for instructions on completing your SINP application.
Step 3: Obtain all the required supporting documents. For a detailed description, please see
the Supporting Documents section of the Application Guide.
Step 4: Complete the required federal forms and any other federal forms that apply to your
situation.
Step 5: Review and organize your completed forms and supporting documents to ensure
you have a complete application.
Step 6: Apply online to the SINP for nomination. Scan and upload all of your completed
forms and supporting documents in PDF format onto your online application. Keep the
originals for your records.
Step 7: Ensure that you save and submit your application online.

General Guidelines for Completing the Forms

All Federal forms must be uploaded and saved to your SINP online application.
If you need more space for any form, attach a separate sheet of paper to the back of
the intended form and indicate the number of the question you are answering.
Answer all questions. If you leave any sections blank, your application will be
rejected.
If any sections do not apply to you, write the answer None. For example, on
Schedule A - Background/Declaration, question 11 is about past military service. If
you have never served in the military, answer this question with None.
If your application is accepted and the information you provide on the forms changes
before you arrive in Canada, you must inform the SINP office and the visa office
where your application was sent. Do this even if your visa has already been issued.

Who is Included with Your Application?

You must list all dependents on your application to the SINP whether or not they are
coming to Canada with you. Accompanying dependents include:
Spouse A husband or wife of the opposite or same sex;
Common-law partner A person of the opposite or same sex with whom you have lived
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in a conjugal relationship for at least one year. This relationship is considered to be a

marriage but is not a legal marriage; and,
Dependent children Daughters and sons (including step-children, children adopted
before the age of 18, and children who are not in your custody) who:
are under the age of 19 and do not have a spouse or common-law partner; and/or
have depended on your financial support because of a mental or physical
condition.

Dependent family members that are not included in your application cannot be nominated
for permanent residence as part of your SINP application at a later date. If you have
dependants that are not accompanying you to Canada, you must provide a detailed reason as
to why they are non-accompanying with supporting documentation. Acceptable reasons and
documentation are a legal separation and custody orders. The SINP may deem your file
ineligible if the reason your dependants are not accompanying you and the supporting
documentation is insufficient (e.g. financial reasons, unresolved custody issues, etc).
If you wish to have dependent family members join you in Canada later, you will need to
make a separate application to the Government of Canadas Family Sponsorship program
or another immigration category. That application will have to be approved before your
dependent family members will be allowed to join you.
Note: Parents and siblings of the principal applicant cannot be included in the SINP
application.

What Happens to Your Application Package?

Once your complete online application is received, the SINP will assess it against the
eligibility criteria.

A receipt letter will be sent via email once an initial document check has been
completed. Please note that your application number does not change from submission
and is to be used to reference all inquiries or submissions throughout the assessment
process.

You will only be contacted by the SINP with requests for missing documents
and/or with the results of our assessment. All communication will be through
email. All requested documents should be sent via email to:
immigration.documents@gov.sk.ca.

If you are approved for immigration under the SINP, you will be nominated to
the federal government for Permanent Residency status.

If the SINP decides that you are not eligible for immigration to the province, you
will be notified and you may apply again at a later date if your situation changes
and you meet the requirements.

If your application is approved for nomination, the next steps are:

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1. The SINP will enter the details of your nomination in the Express Entry system.
2. After the SINP enters the details of your nomination, CIC will ask you to confirm
that you accept the SINPs nomination. You will have 30 days to accept the SINP
nomination in the Express Entry system.
3. Once you have accepted your SINP nomination, CIC will invite you to apply for
permanent residence. Follow the instructions CIC sends you on how to submit your
application for permanent residence.
4. CIC will send you instructions on medical examinations. CIC may require additional
documentation. In some cases, you may have to attend an interview.
5. If you meet all the requirements, CIC will issue permanent residence visas for you
and your accompanying family members.

About Immigration Representatives and Designated Individuals

Please note that you do not need to hire a lawyer, an immigration consultant or a
representative to access the SINP.
The Foreign Worker Recruitment and Immigration Services Act and regulations came into
effect on October 11, 2013. The legislation protects foreign nationals during the process of
immigrating and being recruited to work in Saskatchewan by regulating employers,
immigration consultants and recruiters.
IMPORTANT: Applicants may only work with foreign worker recruiters and immigration
consultants who are licensed by the Government of Saskatchewan or who are working in
partnership with someone who is licensed by the Government of Saskatchewan. Failure to
do so could result in loss of protection under the Foreign Worker Recruitment and
Immigration Services Act, including the ability to compensate foreign nationals for
financial losses they may have incurred as a result of a violation of the Act by the
immigration consultant or recruiter. View a list of all licensed individuals at
http://economy.gov.sk.ca/immigration/licensed-recruiters-and-immigration-consultants
You must complete and sign Section B of the Ethical Conduct Disclosure and
Applicant Declaration Form to declare whether or not you are appointing a
representative to act on your behalf with the SINP and whether or not you obtained
assistance from anyone in completing the application form. If you have appointed a
representative, he/she must also complete and sign Section C of the form.
If you are using a representative you must also complete and submit a copy of the
form IMM-5476: Use of a Representative.
It is against the law to give false or misleading information to the Government of
Saskatchewan or any of its officials. If you have a representative and do not disclose the
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name of your representative to the SINP or if you use an unlicensed representative, your
application may be refused.
You may only appoint one paid or unpaid representative to conduct business on your behalf
with the SINP at any time. If you wish to cancel the appointment of your representative or
appoint a new representative at any time, you must complete a new IMM 5476 form and
ensure that you complete Section C: Cancel a Representative. If you wish to appoint
another representative, you must also submit a new Ethical Conduct Disclosure and
Applicant Declaration Form. If you are making a change after your application has been
submitted, email the forms to immigration.documents@gov.sk.ca.
To learn about the ethical practices you should expect from immigration consultants and
recruiters, please visit: http://economy.gov.sk.ca/immigration/protection-for-foreignworkers-legislation. If you are being recruited for a job with a Saskatchewan employer,
your recruitment cannot be contingent upon you purchasing other services, such as
immigration services.
To learn more about how to choose a licensed, reputable and trustworthy representative and
how to protect yourself from scams and immigration fraud visit Saskatchewan Immigration
and CIC.
Definitions
Immigration Representatives
A representative is someone who has your permission to provide assistance with your
application to the SINP or CIC. Representatives can be either paid or unpaid. An
unpaid representative is someone who is a family member or an organization or
individual exempted from the requirement to obtain a license under The Foreign Worker
Recruitment and Immigration Services Act, and who does not charge a fee for their
representation. An unpaid friend cannot legally act as an unpaid representative in your
application. The definition of a family member exempted from the licensing requirement
applies to the applicant or the applicants spouse, parent, child, brother or sister, uncle or
aunt, niece or nephew, first cousin, or grand-parent (including step family relationships). A
paid representative must be either a lawyer or a consultant who is registered with the
Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC). Immigration consultants
are required to follow a code developed by the Immigration Consultants of Canada
Regulatory Council.
Recruitment Representatives
A recruiter is someone who assists an employer to find a worker or assists workers in
connecting with an employer. Recruiters cannot assist someone with their immigration
application.
Designated Individuals
In addition to your paid or unpaid representative, you may choose to let someone else have
access to information about the application. For example, if you hire a lawyer to assist with
the application, you may also want a family member to have access to information about the
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application. If you wish to have personal information released to someone who is not your
representative, you must complete the form IMM-5475: Authority to Release Personal
Information to a Designated Individual and submit it with your application to the SINP.
Designated individuals will not receive any written communication from the SINP, but
they can receive verbal information about the application by calling (001 for Canada)
306-798-7467.
Immigration Lawyers
If you choose to use an immigration lawyer, you must use one that is currently entitled to
practice law. Immigration lawyers are required to follow The Foreign Worker Recruitment
and Immigration Services Act, however they do not need to be licensed in order to provide
immigration services. Lawyers providing immigration services must be members in good
standing with the provincial law society in which they practice. Active members can be
searched in each province at: http://www.flsc.ca/en/canadas-law-societies/. Lawyers must
be licensed as a foreign worker recruiter if they provide recruitment services.

IV. Important Terms

The following definitions will help you to understand this application guide:
Accompanying Dependent An individual (spouse, common-law partner, or dependent
child), who is planning to immigrate with you to Saskatchewan. Accompanying adult child
dependents may be included under the SINP Certificate of Nomination if you are approved
as a provincial nominee and if the adult child dependent meets at least one of the following
criteria:
is under the age of 19 and does not have a spouse or common-law partner; and/or
has depended on your financial support because of a mental or physical condition.
Adoption When an adult becomes the legal parent of a child who is not the adults
biological child.
Adoption Papers The documents that prove you are the legal parent of your adopted
child.
Affidavit A sworn statement of fact in writing.
Apprenticeship Apprenticeship is an agreement between an individual who wants to
learn a skill and an employer who needs a skilled worker. Apprentices learn the skills of a
trade through working in the occupation, supervised by a journeyperson. Apprenticeship
usually combines on-the-job experience with technical classroom training. After a period of
supervised employment, the apprentice attends in-school training, where they learn
additional skills that reflect the needs and standards of the industry. On-job-training alone
may not be recognized as formal apprenticeship.
Canadian Visa Office A Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) immigration office
outside Canada, typically located at a Canadian Embassy, Canadian Consulate General, or
Canadian High Commission.
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Commissioner of Oaths A public official who is present when you make an oath (or sign
an affidavit). They sign on your copies that they are true and correct, print their name and
position, and if possible, affix an official stamp.
Common-law partner A person of the opposite or same sex who has been living with the
principal applicant in a conjugal relationship for at least one year. This relationship is
considered to be a marriage but is not a legal marriage.
Compulsory Trade To work in a compulsory apprenticeship trade you must hold a
journeyperson certificate or be registered as an apprentice with the Saskatchewan
Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission.
Custody Documents If the parents of a child (or children) are divorced, these are the
legal documents that describe the agreement the parents have made about where the
children live.
In-laws Relatives by marriage (i.e. your wifes father is your father-in-law).
Intended/Intending Occupation the occupation that the applicant has a job offer in from
a Saskatchewan employer and that they have worked in over the past ten years related to
their field of education.
National Occupation Classification (NOC) This is a tool that provides a standardized
system for understanding Canadian occupations. It describes duties, skills, interests,
aptitudes, education requirements and work settings for occupations in the Canadian labour
market.
NOC Matrix A chart called the NOC 2011 matrix shows the relationship between skill
types and skill levels within the NOC system. It provides an overview of the entire
classification structure.
Nominate The term used by the Government of Saskatchewan to describe the assessment
and selection of individuals by the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) for
immigration. The SINP nominates approved individuals/applicants to the Government of
Canada (Citizenship and Immigration Canada) for permanent residency. Nominees apply to
Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) for permanent residency and undergo health,
security, and criminality screening by CIC.
Notary Public (also called a notary) This is a public official who verifies that documents
are real and/or official. They sign on your copies that they are true and correct, print their
name and position, and if possible, affix an official stamp.
Oath A promise that a statement is true.
Permanent Resident A permanent resident is someone who has been given permanent
resident status by immigrating to Canada, but is not a Canadian citizen.
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Principal Applicant The person in your household (you or your spouse) who meets the
selection criteria for the Category. Other immediate family members listed on the
application are considered your spouse and dependents.
Professional Designation A statement of your education and/or occupation. For
example, if you have a doctorate degree, you can write Ph.D after your name as a
statement of your education. Licensed engineers can use the designation P.Eng after their
name. For information on regulated and non-regulated occupations in Saskatchewan and
Canada, visit Is my occupation regulated? and Job Bank.
Professional License In some professions, you require a license in order to work in that
occupation (i.e. nurse, doctor, engineer, etc.). For information on regulated and nonregulated occupations in Saskatchewan and Canada, visit Is my occupation regulated? and
Job Bank.
Regulated Occupation Some jobs in Canada require that you have a special license
before you can begin work. These are called regulated occupations. Most regulated
occupations require that you have specialized education and experience. A regulatory body
sets the standards for the profession and eligibility criteria. In order to work in a regulated
occupation with mandatory (compulsory) certification or licensing, you must have a
license or certificate or be registered with the regulatory body for your occupation before
you begin work. Physicians and electricians are examples of workers who need to be
licensed in order to do their job. For information on regulated and non-regulated
occupations in Saskatchewan and Canada, visit Is my occupation regulated? and Job Bank.
Recruitment Representatives A recruiter is someone who assists an employer to find a
worker or assists workers in connecting with an employer. Recruiters cannot assist
someone with their immigration application.
SaskJobs This website is the largest job-posting site in the province, with opportunities in
all labour market sectors. Job postings range from entry level to trade, professional or
management positions. The Working section of the Saskatchewan Immigration website can
also help you learn more about finding work and becoming familiar with Saskatchewan
workplaces.
SINP-Registered Employer an approved Saskatchewan employer that is registered with
the SINP and is able to hire foreign workers and nominees.
Skilled trades a skilled trade is one of the occupations eligible under CICs Federal
Skilled Trades Program that is also on the SINP In-Demand Occupation List (Appendix A).
Skilled tradesperson/people someone who has worked for at least two years in the past
five years in one of the occupations eligible under CICs Federal Skilled Trades Program
that is also on the SINP In-Demand Occupation List (Appendix A).
Spouse A husband or wife of the opposite or same sex.
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Supporting Documents The documents required for your immigration application (i.e.
documents that prove your identity, work experience, language ability, finances, etc.). See
the Supporting Documents section of this guide for more information.

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Appendix A SINP In-Demand Occupation List

Skilled Professions

NOC

0711

Skill
Level

Occupation

Management
Construction Managers

Mandatory
(compulsory)
certification or
licensing

No

Natural and Applied Science

2131

Civil Engineers

Yes

2132

Mechanical Engineers

Yes

2133

Electrical and Electronics

Engineers

Yes

2161

Mathematicians, Statisticians, and

Actuaries

No

2171

Information Systems Analysts and

Consultants

No

2173

Software Engineers and Designers

Yes

2174

Computer Programmers and

Interactive Media Developers

No

2211

Chemical Technologists and

Technicians

No

2221

Biological Technologists and

Technicians

No

2222

Agricultural and Fish Products

Inspectors
Mechanical Engineering
Technologists and Technicians

No

No

2232

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2234

Construction Estimators

No

2241

Electrical and Electronics

Engineering Technologists and
Technicians

No

2242

Electronic Service Technicians

(household and business
equipment)

No

2253

Drafting Technologists and

Technicians

No

2254

Land Survey Technologists and

Technicians

No

2281

Computer Network Technicians

No

2282

User Support Technicians

No

2283

Information Systems Testing

Technicians

No

Social Science, Education, Government and Religion

4011

University Professors and

Lecturers

No

4163

Business Development Officers

and Marketing Researchers and
Consultants

No

No

6221

Sales and Service

Technical Sales Specialists,
Wholesale Trade

Skilled Trades
Trades, Transport and Equipment Operators
7204

Contractors and Supervisors,

Carpentry Trades

No

7205

Contractors and Supervisors, Other

Construction Trades, Installers,
Repairers and Servicers

No

7231

Machinists and Machining and

No

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Tooling Inspectors
7232

Tool and Die Makers

No

7233

Sheet Metal Workers

Yes

7235

Structural Metal and Platework

Fabricators and Fitters

No

7237

Welders and Related Machine

Operators

No

7241

Electricians (except industrial and

power system)

Yes

7242

Industrial Electricians

Yes

7246

Telecommunications Installation
and Repair Workers

No

7251

Plumbers

Yes

7252

Steamfitters, Pipefitters and

Sprinkler System Installers

No

7271

Carpenters

No

7281

Bricklayers

No

7282

Concrete Finishers

No

7283

Tilesetters

No

7284

Plasterers, Drywall Installers,

Finishers and Lathers

No

7291

Roofers and Shinglers

No

7292

Glaziers

No

7293

Insulators

No

7294

Painters and Decorators (except

interior decorators)

No

7295

Floor Covering Installers

No

7302

Contractors and Supervisors,

Heavy Equipment Operator Crews

No

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7305

Supervisors, Motor Transport and

Other Ground Transit Operators

No

7311

Construction Millwrights and

Industrial Mechanics

No

7312

Heavy-duty Equipment Mechanics

No

7313

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Mechanics

Yes

7316

Machine Fitters

No

7321

Automotive Service Technicians,

Truck and Bus Mechanics and
Mechanical Repairers

No

7322

Motor Vehicle Body Repairers

No

Primary Industry
8232

Oil and Gas Well Drillers,

Servicers, Testers and Related
Workers

No

8252

Agricultural Service Contractors,

Farm Supervisors and Specialized
Livestock Workers

No

Processing, Manufacturing and Utilities

9212

Supervisors, Petroleum, Gas and

Chemical Processing and Utilities

No

9213

Supervisors, Food, Beverage and

Associated Products Processing

No

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