2 New Canada PR Pathways For Healthcare & Agriculture By SINP

“With labour shortages reported across the country, creating new provincial immigration pathways and streamlining our credential recognition process will help employers in Saskatchewan acquire the workforce needed to grow their businesses,” Harrison said.

The province’s new pathways reflect a proactive approach to support the province’s economic and health sector growth by making it easier for skilled immigrants to settle and work in Saskatchewan.

New SINP Agriculture Talent Pathway Eligibility Criteria

The Agriculture Talent Pathway has been specifically designed to meet the growing demand for labour in Saskatchewan’s agriculture industry.

Agriculture is a vital part of the province’s economy, with more than $3.2 billion worth of crop products exported in 2023.

The pathway is open to skilled workers with experience in agricultural occupations, aiming to fill in-demand roles in the sector.

Eligible candidates must meet certain criteria, including:

• Language Proficiency: Candidates must have a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) score of 4. However, some employers or regulatory bodies may require a higher language score.
• Education: A minimum of secondary school education is required.
• Work Experience: Candidates must have at least one year of full-time work experience in the past three years in their intended occupation, or six months of full-time work experience (30+ hours per week) with the employer who provided them with a Job Approval Letter.
• Job Offer: Candidates must have an eligible permanent, full-time job offer in Saskatchewan’s agricultural sector and a valid SINP Job Approval Letter provided by their employer.
  

  Full List of 10 Occupations Eligible For Agriculture Talent Pathway

  NOC	Description
  75101	Material handlers*
  84120	Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators
  85100	Livestock labourers
  85101	Harvesting labourers
  85103	Nursery and greenhouse labourers
  94140	Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing*
  94141	Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers*
  94143	Testers and graders, food and beverage processing*
  94204	Mechanical assemblers and inspectors*
  95106	Labourers in food and beverage processing*”

  Health Talent PR Pathways Eligibility Criteria

  The Health Talent Pathway has been introduced to support Saskatchewan’s Health Human Resources (HHR) action plan.

  The program streamlines the process for healthcare professionals to be recruited through SINP, consolidating all healthcare recruitment under a single stream.

  The eligibility requirements for the Health Talent Pathway vary based on whether the candidate has an active Express Entry profile.

  However, all candidates must meet certain common criteria:

  • Licensing Eligibility: Candidates must be eligible for licensing in Saskatchewan if applicable to their occupation.
  • Education: A post-secondary education related to the job they have been offered is required. This can be a master’s or bachelor’s degree, a three-year degree from a university or college, or a two-year diploma from a trade or technical school.
  • Intent to Reside: Candidates must attest to their intent to live and work in Saskatchewan.
    

    Health Talent Pathway Requirements: Non-Express Entry Candidates

    Candidates not eligible for Express Entry must have a language score of at least CLB 5 in English or French.

    Some employers may require a higher score. In addition, they must meet the following work experience requirements:

    • In Saskatchewan applicants must be working full-time in Saskatchewan and have completed at least six months (780 hours) of work experience with their employer who has provided the Job Approval Letter. This experience does not need to be consecutive.
    • Outside Saskatchewan Applicants: If candidates have not worked full-time for at least six months with their employer, they must have at least one year of work experience in their occupation within the last five years.

    44 Eligible Occupations For Non-Express Entry Health Talent Pathway

    NOC	Description
    30010	Managers in health care
    31100	Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
    31101	Specialists in surgery
    31102	General practitioners and family physicians
    31103	Veterinarians
    31110	Dentists
    31111	Optometrists
    31112	Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
    31120	Pharmacists
    31121	Dietitians and nutritionists
    31200	Psychologists
    31201	Chiropractors
    31202	Physiotherapists
    31203	Occupational therapists
    31204	Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
    31209	Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
    31300	Nursing coordinators and supervisors
    31301	Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
    31302	Nurse practitioners
    31303	Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
    32100	Opticians
    32101	Licensed practical nurses
    32102	Paramedical occupations
    32103	Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
    32104	Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians
    32109	Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
    32110	Denturists
    32111	Dental hygienists and dental therapists
    32112	Dental technologists and technicians
    32120	Medical laboratory technologists
    32121	Medical radiation technologists
    32122	Medical sonographers
    32123	Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists n.e.c
    32124	Pharmacy technicians
    32129	Other medical technologists and technicians
    32200	Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
    32201	Massage therapists
    32209	Other practitioners of natural healing
    33100	Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
    33101	Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
    33102	Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
    33103	Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
    33109	Other assisting occupations in support of health services
    44101	Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations

    Saskatchewan’s Ongoing Efforts to Attract Skilled Talent

    With these new PNP pathways, Saskatchewan continues to strengthen its appeal to skilled immigrants by simplifying the immigration process for essential sectors such as health care and agriculture.

    These pathways align with the province’s ongoing efforts to meet labour demands while supporting economic growth and the development of vital industries.

    Saskatchewan’s focus on streamlining immigration pathways and credential recognition will help attract skilled talent to fill in-demand jobs, benefiting both newcomers and employers.

    Skilled professionals in agriculture and health care now have a clearer path to establishing their careers in Saskatchewan, contributing to the province’s growing economy and enhancing the quality of life for its residents.