Saskatchewan Express Entry: Eligibility Criteria, Process of Application, Latest Draws

Kasturika Samanta

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Updated On Aug 22, 2025

Explore the complete Saskatchewan Express Entry pathway: eligibility criteria, step-by-step application process, required documents, and the most recent SINP draws to boost your chances of Canadian permanent residency through the Express Entry system.

What is Saskatchewan Immigration Nominee Program?
Necessary Prerequisites for the Saskatchewan Express Entry Program
Saskatchewan Express Entry Eligibility Criteria
Saskatchewan Express Entry Application Process: Step by Step
Latest SINP Express Entry Draws

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You must have come across Saskatchewan as a popular choice when conducting your extensive research for the ideal place to reside in Canada. The reason fo this popularity is Saskatchewan’s economy, which is based on agriculture, mining and mineral energy. Despite Saskatchewan’s substantial reliance on its resource industry, service sectors account for the majority of employment and much of the province’s GDP. Most of these services are in the fields of health, education, and business. In both industry and agriculture, Saskatchewan’s wages are not the lowest in the province. However, besides knowing the reason to move to this Canadian province, it is also important to know about the way in which you can fulfill your dream, which is Saskatchewan Express Entry.

In this blog, we will discuss the eligibility criteria, step-by-step application process, required documents, and the most recent SINP draws for Saskatchewan Immigration through Express Entry.

What is Saskatchewan Immigration Nominee Program?

Saskatchewan Immigration Nominee Program, or SINP, is a program that allows the Saskatchewan government to nominate candidates who fit the province’s immigration standards.

It offers an Express Entry Program Canada sub‑category, managed by the International Skilled Worker program, for candidates in Canada’s federal Express Entry pool, focusing on skilled workers aiming to settle in Saskatchewan.

Candidates are chosen based on the SINP points assessment grid, which is a point ranking method that assigns a score out of 100 to each candidate. They must score 60 points in order to be considered. However, candidates must present supporting documentation to fulfill the 60-point criterion. Only those candidates who receive the top scores will be asked to apply to SINP.

Necessary Prerequisites for the Saskatchewan Express Entry Program

Applicants who intend to apply for the Saskatchewan Express Entry program using the Express Entry stream must first create a Canada Express Entry Profile and then apply for one of the economic programs: FWSP, FSTP, or CEC.

To be considered for any of these programs, candidates must meet the basic eligibility criteria of age, language proficiency, education, job experience, and adaptability, as well as submit an Expression of Interest to Saskatchewan. Applicants who meet these requirements and get at least 67 out of 100 points are placed in the CRS 1200 point Express Entry pool.

Saskatchewan Express Entry Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Saskatchewan Express Entry stream, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Eligibility Requirement	Details
Express Entry Profile	Must have a valid Express Entry Profile Number and Job Seeker Code.
SINP Point Grid	Minimum score of 60 points on SINP’s assessment grid.
Language Proficiency	Must meet federal Express Entry (CLB) language requirements.
Education	Minimum of one year post‑secondary education; out-of‑Canada degrees require ECA.
Work Experience	Non-trades: 1 year in last 10 years Trades: 2 years in last 5 years Canadian Experience: 1 year in Canada in last 3 years. Experience must align with education and NOC.
Occupation	Must be on SINP's eligible occupation list and not on the Excluded list.
Professional Status/Licensure (if required)	Provide evidence if requested; missing documentation leads to application closure.
Settlement Funds & Plan	Required documentation must be included with the application.
Application Fee	A non‑refundable CAD 500 paid via Visa or Mastercard.

Saskatchewan Express Entry Application Process: Step by Step

Given below is a breakdown of the process for applying via SINP’s Express Entry stream:

Enter the Federal Express Entry Pool: Create and submit your Canada Express Entry Profile.
Express Interest via SINP (EOI or NOI): Candidates are identified through either:

Notification of Interest (NOI) from Saskatchewan (direct approach via EE pool), or
Expression of Interest (EOI) system where you self‑assess and submit an EOI profile online.

Invitation to Apply (ITA): If selected, you receive an ITA from SINP.
Submit Full Application to SINP: Submit your application and required documents online (OASIS), along with the CAD 500 fee, within the deadline.
Nomination & Bonus CRS Points: If approved, you receive a provincial nomination, adding 600 CRS points to your Express Entry profile.
Apply for Permanent Residence (PR): Submit your PR application to IRCC. The processing time is usually within 6 months (EE stream).

Latest SINP Express Entry Draws

Knowing about the latest SINP Express Entry Draws will help you get an idea about the minimum score and the number of invitations issued. This will guide you to be better prepared for your Canada PR Points. So, here is a breakdown of recent SINP draws (Express Entry stream):

Draw Date	Category	Minimum Score	Invitations Issued
September 12, 2024	Express Entry	88	57
June 13, 2024	Express Entry	88	88
March 7, 2024	Express Entry	89	21
Older draws (2023–2022)	Varies	From 60 to 84	Varies widely (e.g., in 2023, Express Entry from 67–84; in 2022, from 60–80)

To sum up, the Saskatchewan Express Entry stream under the SINP is a strategic pathway for skilled workers in the federal Express Entry pool from the Express Entry draws to secure Canadian permanent residency without needing a job offer. With a focus on high-demand occupations, fair eligibility criteria, and streamlined processing, it stands out as an accessible and practical option for immigrants aiming to settle in Saskatchewan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saskatchewan easy to get PR?

Saskatchewan’s Express Entry stream offers a pathway without requiring a job offer, making it more accessible compared to other PNPs. However, it still demands a minimum SINP score, relevant experience, and alignment of occupation with education, and the average draw scores are in the high 80s.

What is the minimum CRS score for Saskatchewan PNP?

SINP does not publish a minimum CRS score. Instead, it uses a SINP-specific points grid where a minimum of 60 points is required to be eligible.

Who is eligible for the Saskatchewan PNP?

Candidates eligible for the Saskatchewan PNP must be in the Express Entry Pool, score ≥60 on SINP’s grid, meet language, education, and work experience criteria, have an occupation in demand in Saskatchewan, and provide required documents and settlement funds.

How often does SINP conduct Express Entry draws?

Draw frequencies vary. In 2023 and 2024, draws occurred multiple times a year, for example, in March, June, and September of 2024, typically selecting candidates with SINP scores in the high 80s.

How long does the entire application process take?

While the SINP processing (Express Entry stream) is variable, but often within several months, the PR processing by IRCC typically within 6 months after nomination.