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The SINP's International Skilled Worker Category enables the province to nominate skilled workers with the required education, experience, and language abilities to successfully establish in Saskatchewan.

There are three sub-categories under this provincial immigration category:

International Skilled Worker - Saskatchewan Express Entry
International Skilled Worker - Occupations In-Demand
International Skilled Worker - Employment Offer

On July 16, 2018, the SINP moved to an Expression of Interest System for its Occupation In-Demand and Express Entry sub-categories.

This sub-category enables the province to nominate individuals who are already in Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada's (IRCC) Express Entry pool and who have the necessary education, skilled work experience, language ability, and other factors to help them settle successfully and integrate into Saskatchewan’s labour market and communities.

History of SINP International Skilled Worker - Express Entry sub-category activity

Draw date	Intake quota
December 6, 2018	211
November 23, 2018	247
November 1, 2018	255
October 10, 2018	359
September 27, 2018	225
August 21, 2018*	466
July 5, 2018	500
June 13, 2018	400
January 10, 2018	400
October 26, 2017	1,000
July 27, 2017	600
May 16, 2017	600
February 14, 2017	500
January 4, 2017	500
October 12, 2016	300
July 20, 2016	500
May 19, 2016	500
January 4, 2016	500
December 20, 2015	500
December 3, 2015	500
November 2, 2015	500

* Saskatchewan began issuing invitations to apply through an Expression of Interest system.

As candidates must be in the federal Express Entry pool, all candidates must be eligible for one of the three federal economic immigration programs:

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

In order to be eligible for the SINP's International Skilled Worker - Saskatchewan Express Entry sub-category, candidates must:

Have proof of legal status, if currently residing in Canada;
Have been accepted into IRCC’s Express Entry pool and have an Express Entry Profile Number and Job Seeker Validation Code;
- The Number and Code must be included in the SINP application.
Provide language test results from a designated testing agency that match the language level declared in their Express Entry profile;
Have completed at least one year of post-secondary education or training which is comparable to the Canadian education system and which has resulted in a degree, diploma, certificate, or a certificate equivalent to a trade certificate;
Have a minimum level of work experience related to their field of education or training in a skilled occupation (NOC 0, A, or B) that is considered to be in-demand in Saskatchewan (See in-demand occupation list, below);
- 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 one year of skilled work experience in Canada in the past three years (trades and non-trades).
Obtain proof of eligibility for Saskatchewan licensure if their profession is regulated in Saskatchewan and requires mandatory (compulsory) certification or licensing;
Hold a certificate of qualification (also known as a letter of invitation) in their skilled trade from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship & Trade Certification Commission if their work experience is in a skilled trade;
Have proof of sufficient settlement funds and a settlement plan; and
Score a minimum of 60 points out of 100 on the SINP point assessment grid.

Expression of Interest (EOI) Points Assessment Grid

Candidates in the SINP's International Skilled Worker Category Expression of Interest (EOI) pool are assessed according to the following five factors: education and training, skilled work experience, language ability, age, and connection(s) to the Saskatchewan labour market and adaptability. To enter the SINP EOI pool, candidates are required to score a minimum of 60 out of 100 points in the EOI Points Grid, among other eligibility requirements, in order to be considered.

Selection Factors

Selection factor	Points
Education and training	Maximum 23 points
Skilled work experience	Maximum 15 points
Language ability	Maximum 20 points
Age	Maximum 12 points
Connection to Saskatchewan labour market	Maximum 30 points
Total	Maximum 100 points
Pass mark:	60 points

Factor 1: Education and Training

The applicant will receive points for his or her education according to documented proof of completed post-secondary education and/or training programs from a nationally or provincially recognized institution or regulatory body.

Copies of diplomas, certificates, or degrees for any education/training with complete transcripts must be included in order to receive points under this selection factor.

Education & Training	Points
Master’s or Doctorate degree	23
University degree that required at least three years of full-time study	20
Trade certification equivalent to journey person status in Saskatchewan	20
Degree, diploma or certificate that required at least two years of full-time post-secondary study, or certificate equivalent	15
Degree, diploma or certificate that required at least one year of full-time post-secondary study, or certificate equivalent to a trade certificate	12

Factor 2: Skilled Work Experience

Points are calculated under this selection factor according to documented proof of skilled work experience (NOC 0, A, B or a designated trade) in the applicant's intended occupation in the previous ten years. Two points are awarded for each year of work experience in the most recent five years, and one point is awarded for each year in the six to ten year period prior to applying.

The applicant must show at least one year of full-time, or part-time equivalent, paid work experience in his or her intended occupation in order to be eligible.

Documentation must include a letter of reference from the supervisor or Human Resources officer for each work experience listed, the applicant’s official work book, or other official government documentation.

Work experience during the most recent five years prior to application	Points
5 years	10
4 years	8
3 years	6
2 years	4
1 year	2
Work experience during the six to ten year period prior to application	Points
5 years	5
4 years	4
3 years	3
2 years	2
1 year	0

Factor 3: Language Ability

The applicant will receive points for his or her ability in either of Canada’s official languages, English or French. If proficient in both, the applicant should choose the language that he or she is most comfortable with.

Proof of language proficiency is required in the form of official results of a recent SINP-approved language test, such as the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS, General Training), Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) and Test d’evaluation de francais (TEF).

Applicants must score a minimum of CLB 4 in order to be eligible.

Language ability	Points
CLB 8 and higher	20
CLB 7	18
CLB 6	16
CLB 5	14
CLB 4	12
English or French native speaker without language test results	0

Factor 4: Age

The applicant will receive points according to his or her age on the date of application to the SINP.

Age	Points
Less than 18 years	0
18-21 years	8
22-34 years	12
35-45 years	10
46-50 years	8
Over 50 years	0

Factor 5: Connections to the Saskatchewan Labour Market and Adaptability

The applicant will receive points for his or her connection to the Saskatchewan labour market and ability to successfully settle and economically establish in Saskatchewan as a permanent resident through document proof of a high skilled employment offer.

Connection to the Saskatchewan Labour Market	Points
High skilled employment offer The applicant has a job offer for an occupation classified at NOC level 0, A, B or a designated trade in Saskatchewan	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. Close relatives include: Parents, Siblings, Grandparents, Aunts and uncles, Nieces and nephews, Cousins, 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	20
Previous work experience in Saskatchewan The applicant worked in Saskatchewan for at least twelve cumulative months in the past five years on a valid work permit	5
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	5

Licensure not required

NOC	Occupation
0821	Managers in agriculture
8252	Agricultural service contractors, farm supervisors and specialized livestock workers

Licensure required

NOC	Occupation	SINP Requirements Related to Professional Status or Licensure
0822	Managers in horticulture	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires individuals to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
2154	Land surveyors	Provide documentation from the Canadian Board of Examiners for Professional Surveyors (CBEPS) showing your “Candidate status” and eligibility to write the CBEPS candidate examinations.
3111	Psychiatrists	Provide a copy of valid licensure (regular, provisional, or ministerial) from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS); or Provide a copy of the correspondence from Saskdocs including acknowledgement of candidate's eligibility letter for examination or certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Psychiatry (eligibility for examinations must have two or more years of eligibility remaining) and next steps to obtain licensure to work in Saskatchewan from the CPSS.
3211	Medical laboratory technologists	Provide a copy of your valid licensure (temporary or provisional) from the Saskatchewan Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists (SSMLT). NOTE: To determine eligibility for a SSMLT licence (temporary or provisional), SSMLT first requires a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) report from the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science(CSMLS).
3215	Medical Radiation Technologists	Provide a copy of valid licensure (restricted or full) from the Saskatchewan Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (SAMRT); or Provide a copy of the email from the SAMRT Registrar outlining candidate's eligibility to apply to the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) to have your credentials assessed; AND a copy of the letter from the CAMRT notifying a candidate of his or her assessment results and access to the national certification exam.
3234	Paramedics	Provide a copy of valid licensure from the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP); or Provide a copy of the correspondence from SCoP outlining candidate's eligibility to apply to write the national certification exam related to a candidate's practice level.
4151	Psychologists	Provide documentation from the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists showing your eligibility for provisional licensure.
4212	Social and community service workers	Provide your assessment of equivalency letter from the Canadian Association of Social Workersshowing your foreign credential is equivalent to a Canadian Bachelor or Masters of Social Work.
4214	Early childhood educators and assistants	Provide copies of assessment letter, the Early Learning and Child Care Assessment Sheet, and Certificate of Qualification in Early Childhood Education from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education.
6331	Meat cutters	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7201	Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires individuals to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7204	Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires individuals to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7311	Industrial mechanics	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires individuals to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7312	Heavy-duty equipment mechanics	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7321	Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7322	Motor vehicle body repairers	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7237	Welders	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7384	Recreation Vehicle Service	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.

This sub-category is for skilled workers who have experience in one of Saskatchewan's in-demand occupations. No job offer in the province is required under this sub-category of International Skilled Worker immigration.

History of application intakes for SINP International Skilled Worker - Occupation In-Demand

Opening date of intake period	Application intake quota
December 6, 2018	532
November 23, 2018	267
November 1, 2018	671
October 10, 2018	494
September 27, 2018	213
September 20, 2018*	140
June 7, 2018	400
August 9, 2017	1,200
June 12, 2017	600
January 4, 2017	500
November 22, 2016	1,200
October 24, 2016	700
October 4, 2016	500
August 30, 2016	700
June 21, 2016	600
January 4, 2016	500
September 21, 2015	1,000

* Saskatchewan began accepting applications through an Expression of Interest system.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

In order to be eligible under the Occupation In-Demand sub-category, applicants must:

Have proof of legal status, if currently residing in Canada;
Have a minimum language score of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4;
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.
- Note: As of April 1, 2018, all applications to the Occupation In-Demand Sub-Category must include an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from a designated organization.
Have at least one-year of paid work experience in the past ten years related to their field of education or training, in a skilled occupation (NOC 0, A, or B) that is considered to be in-demand in Saskatchewan (See in-demand occupation list, below);
Obtain proof of eligibility for Saskatchewan licensure if their profession is regulated in Saskatchewan and requires mandatory (compulsory) certification or licensing;
Have proof of settlement funds and a settlement plan; and
Score a minimum of 60 points out of 100 on the point assessment grid (see below).

Licensure not required

NOC	Occupation
0821	Managers in agriculture
8252	Agricultural service contractors, farm supervisors and specialized livestock workers

Licensure required

NOC	Occupation	SINP Requirements Related to Professional Status or Licensure
0822	Managers in horticulture	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires individuals to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
2154	Land surveyors	Provide documentation from the Canadian Board of Examiners for Professional Surveyors (CBEPS) showing your “Candidate status” and eligibility to write the CBEPS candidate examinations.
3111	Psychiatrists	Provide a copy of valid licensure (regular, provisional, or ministerial) from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS); or Provide a copy of the correspondence from Saskdocs including acknowledgement of candidate's eligibility letter for examination or certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Psychiatry (eligibility for examinations must have two or more years of eligibility remaining) and next steps to obtain licensure to work in Saskatchewan from the CPSS.
3211	Medical laboratory technologists	Provide a copy of your valid licensure (temporary or provisional) from the Saskatchewan Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists (SSMLT). NOTE: To determine eligibility for a SSMLT licence (temporary or provisional), SSMLT first requires a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) report from the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science(CSMLS).
3215	Medical Radiation Technologists	Provide a copy of valid licensure (restricted or full) from the Saskatchewan Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (SAMRT); or Provide a copy of the email from the SAMRT Registrar outlining candidate's eligibility to apply to the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) to have your credentials assessed; AND a copy of the letter from the CAMRT notifying a candidate of his or her assessment results and access to the national certification exam.
3234	Paramedics	Provide a copy of valid licensure from the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP); or Provide a copy of the correspondence from SCoP outlining candidate's eligibility to apply to write the national certification exam related to a candidate's practice level.
4151	Psychologists	Provide documentation from the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists showing your eligibility for provisional licensure.
4212	Social and community service workers	Provide your assessment of equivalency letter from the Canadian Association of Social Workersshowing your foreign credential is equivalent to a Canadian Bachelor or Masters of Social Work.
4214	Early childhood educators and assistants	Provide copies of assessment letter, the Early Learning and Child Care Assessment Sheet, and Certificate of Qualification in Early Childhood Education from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education.
6331	Meat cutters	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7201	Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires individuals to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7204	Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires individuals to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7311	Industrial mechanics	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires individuals to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7312	Heavy-duty equipment mechanics	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7321	Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7322	Motor vehicle body repairers	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7237	Welders	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.
7384	Recreation Vehicle Service	For Express Entry applications, provide a Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), which requires a trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and requires candidates to write exams in Saskatchewan (step 2). For Occupation in Demand applications, provide a letter of approval from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC), stating that the applicant has completed the trade qualifier assessment (step 1) and is eligible to write exams in Saskatchewan.

Points Assessment Grid

Candidates will be assessed points according to the following five factors: education and training, skilled work experience, language ability, age, and connection(s) to the Saskatchewan labour market and adaptability. Candidates are required to score a minimum of 60 out of 100 points on the Points Assessment Grid in order to be eligible for nomination.

Selection Factors

Selection factor	Points
Education and training	Maximum 23 points
Skilled work experience	Maximum 15 points
Language ability	Maximum 20 points
Age	Maximum 12 points
Connection to Saskatchewan labour market	Maximum 30 points
Total	Maximum 100 points
Pass mark:	60 points

Factor 1: Education and Training

Copies of diplomas, certificates, or degrees for any education/training with complete transcripts must be included in order to receive points under this selection factor.

Education & Training	Points
Master’s or Doctorate degree	23
University degree that required at least three years of full-time study	20
Trade certification equivalent to journey person status in Saskatchewan	20
Degree, diploma or certificate that required at least two years of full-time post-secondary study, or certificate equivalent	15
Degree, diploma or certificate that required at least one year of full-time post-secondary study, or certificate equivalent to a trade certificate	12

Factor 2: Skilled Work Experience

The applicant must show at least one year of full-time, or part-time equivalent, paid work experience in his or her her intended occupation in order to be eligible.

Work experience during the most recent five years prior to application	Points
5 years	10
4 years	8
3 years	6
2 years	4
1 year	2
Work experience during the six to ten year period prior to application	Points
5 years	5
4 years	4
3 years	3
2 years	2
1 year	0

Factor 3: Language Ability

Applicants must score a minimum of CLB 4 in order to be eligible.

Language ability	Points
CLB 8 and higher	20
CLB 7	18
CLB 6	16
CLB 5	14
CLB 4	12
English or French native speaker without language test results	0

Factor 4: Age

The applicant will receive points according to his or her age on the date of application to the SINP.

Age	Points
Less than 18 years	0
18-21 years	8
22-34 years	12
35-45 years	10
46-50 years	8
Over 50 years	0

Factor 5: Connections to the Saskatchewan Labour Market and Adaptability

Connection to the Saskatchewan Labour Market	Points
Close relative in Saskatchewan The applicant or accompanying spouse has a close relative that is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident residing in Saskatchewan. Close relatives include: Parents, Siblings, Grandparents, Aunts and uncles, Nieces and nephews, Cousins, 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	20
Previous work experience in Saskatchewan The applicant worked in Saskatchewan for at least twelve cumulative months in the past five years on a valid work permit	5
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	5

Connection to the Saskatchewan Labour Market

Points

Close relative in Saskatchewan

The applicant or accompanying spouse has a close relative that is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident residing in Saskatchewan. Close relatives include:

Parents,
Siblings,
Grandparents,
Aunts and uncles,
Nieces and nephews,
Cousins, 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 cumulative 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

This sub-category is for skilled workers who have already received an offer of employment from a Saskatchewan employer. The job offer must be approved by the SINP before the candidate can apply or the application will be rejected immediately. In order to have the position assessed, the Saskatchewan employer must register on the SINP Employer website. Once the position is approved, the employer will receive a Job Approval Letter, a copy of which must be submitted with the candidate's application to the SINP.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

In order to be eligible under the International Skilled Worker - Employment Offer sub-category, applicants must:

Have legal status, if currently residing in Canada;
Demonstrate sufficient language proficiency through a minimum language test score of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4 across all four language competencies (reading, writing, speaking, listening) from a designated testing agency;
Have a permanent, full-time job offer from a Saskatchewan employer that is registered with the SINP in either an occupation in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) Matrix as Skill type 0 or Skill Level A or B, OR in a designated trade in Saskatchewan;
Have at least one year of paid work experience in the past ten years in the intended occupation;
Obtain proof of eligibility for Saskatchewan licensure if the job offer is in an occupation that is regulated in Saskatchewan and requires mandatory (compulsory) certification or licensing; and
Score a minimum of 60 points out of 100 on the point assessment grid.

Expression of Interest (EOI) Points Assessment Grid

Selection Factors

Selection factor	Points
Education and training	Maximum 23 points
Skilled work experience	Maximum 15 points
Language ability	Maximum 20 points
Age	Maximum 12 points
Connection to Saskatchewan labour market	Maximum 30 points
Total	Maximum 100 points
Pass mark:	60 points

Factor 1: Education and Training

Copies of diplomas, certificates, or degrees for any education/training with complete transcripts must be included in order to receive points under this selection factor.

Education & Training	Points
Master’s or Doctorate degree	23
University degree that required at least three years of full-time study	20
Trade certification equivalent to journey person status in Saskatchewan	20
Degree, diploma or certificate that required at least two years of full-time post-secondary study, or certificate equivalent	15
Degree, diploma or certificate that required at least one year of full-time post-secondary study, or certificate equivalent to a trade certificate	12

Factor 2: Skilled Work Experience

The applicant must show at least one year of full-time, or part-time equivalent, paid work experience in his or her her intended occupation in order to be eligible.

Work experience during the most recent five years prior to application	Points
5 years	10
4 years	8
3 years	6
2 years	4
1 year	2
Work experience during the six to ten year period prior to application	Points
5 years	5
4 years	4
3 years	3
2 years	2
1 year	0

Factor 3: Language Ability

Applicants must score a minimum of CLB 4 in order to be eligible.

Language ability	Points
CLB 8 and higher	20
CLB 7	18
CLB 6	16
CLB 5	14
CLB 4	12
English or French native speaker without language test results	0

Factor 4: Age

The applicant will receive points according to his or her age on the date of application to the SINP.

Age	Points
Less than 18 years	0
18-21 years	8
22-34 years	12
35-45 years	10
46-50 years	8
Over 50 years	0

Factor 5: Connections to the Saskatchewan Labour Market and Adaptability

Connection to the Saskatchewan Labour Market	Points
High skilled employment offer The applicant has a job offer for an occupation classified at NOC level 0, A, B or a designated trade in Saskatchewan	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. Close relatives include: Parents, Siblings, Grandparents, Aunts and uncles, Nieces and nephews, Cousins, 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	20
Previous work experience in Saskatchewan The applicant worked in Saskatchewan for at least twelve cumulative months in the past five years on a valid work permit	5
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	5

List of Designated Trades for Saskatchewan

Agricultural Equipment Technician
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Technician
Automotive Service Technician
Boilermaker
Bricklayer
Cabinetmaker
Carpenter
- Framer
- Scaffolder
Construction Craft Labourer
Construction Electrician
Cook
Drywall and Acoustical Mechanic
Electronics Assembler
Esthetician-Nail Technician
Esthetician-Skin Care Technician
Food and Beverage Person
Gasfitter (not a designated trade in Saskatchewan)
Glazier
Guest Services Representative
Hairstylist
Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Insulator (Heat and Frost)
Ironworker (Reinforcing)
Ironworker (Structural/Ornamental)
Landscape Horticulturist
Locksmith
Machinist
Meat Cutter
- Processor
- Slaughterer
Metal Fabricator (Fitter)
Mobile Crane Operator
- Boom Truck Operator A
- Boom Truck Operator B
- Lattice Boom Crane Operator
Mobile Crane Operator (Hydraulic)
Motor Vehicle Body Repairer (Metal and Paint)
- Automotive Painter
Painter and Decorator
Partsperson
Pipeline Equipment Operator
- Dozer Operator
- Excavator
- Grader
- Side Boom
Plumber
Pork Production Technician
- Breeder
- Facilities Maintenance
- Farrowing
- Grower-Finisher
- Nursery Management
Powerline Technician
Recreation Vehicle Service Technician
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
Rig Technician
Roofer
Sheet Metal Worker
Sprinkler System Installer
Steamfitter-Pipefitter
- Petroleum Installer Technician
Tilesetter
Tower Crane Operator
Truck and Transport Mechanic
Water Well Driller
Welder
- Semiautomatic Welding Production Operator

When Not to Apply

Candidates will not be considered eligible under the SINP's International Skilled Worker Category if they:

Are refugee claimants in Canada;
Are health professionals;
Are food and beverage servers/persons;
Failed to submit documentation as requested by the SINP;
Do not genuinely intend to live and work in Saskatchewan on a permanent basis; or
Have intentionally misrepresented themselves in the application.

International Skilled Worker Category SINP