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Scarborough Office: 80 Corporate Dr, Suite 210, Scarborough, ON M1H 3G5
- 3715 Laird Rd, Unit 4, Mississauga, ON L5L 0A3
- 80 Corporate Dr, Suite 210, Scarborough, ON M1H 3G5
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This page is being retained as a historical or stream-status resource while MAK updates its Provincial Nominee Program content. Provincial nominee streams can change, pause, reopen, or be redesigned. Do not rely on this older page as confirmation that the stream is currently open. For current provincial nominee options, review our updated province overview page or book a consultation.
This page is being retained as a historical or stream-status resource while MAK updates its Provincial Nominee Program content. Provincial nominee streams can change, pause, reopen, or be redesigned. Do not rely on this older page as confirmation that the stream is currently open. For current provincial nominee options, review our updated province overview page or book a consultation.
Saskatchewan – International Skilled Worker Stream
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Current status: reviewed August 2, 2026.
This page summarizes the current Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker structure. Saskatchewan uses NOC 2021 five-digit occupation codes and TEER categories. Sub-category availability, EOI selections, sector treatment and application requirements can change, so the live Saskatchewan instructions control.
What is the International Skilled Worker category?
The International Skilled Worker category is for eligible foreign workers who may qualify through a Saskatchewan job offer, an occupation-based EOI route or a targeted talent pathway. Meeting minimum criteria does not guarantee an invitation or nomination.
Saskatchewan’s current procedures list these sub-categories:
- International Skilled Worker: Occupation In-Demand
- International Skilled Worker: Saskatchewan Express Entry
- International Skilled Worker: Employment Offer
- Agriculture Talent Pathway
- Health Talent Pathway
- Innovation and Tech Talent Pathway
EOI routes and job-offer routes
Occupation In-Demand and Saskatchewan Express Entry use the International Skilled Worker Expression of Interest system. An EOI is a pre-application profile, not an SINP application. Entry into the EOI pool does not guarantee selection or an invitation.
Employment Offer and the Talent Pathways are job-offer routes. The employer, position, occupation, wage and any required Employer Position Assessment or SINP job approval must meet the current Saskatchewan requirements. The exact process depends on the sub-category.
NOC 2021, TEER and occupation restrictions
Saskatchewan uses NOC 2021 five-digit codes and TEER categories. Do not rely on the former letter-based skill classifications or on old four-digit occupation codes.
Some occupations are restricted, subject to licensing or limited by sector caps. The current Saskatchewan Occupation Restrictions and Requirements page controls. This page does not reproduce an old static excluded-occupation list, because such a list would not remain current.
Requirements vary by sub-category
The required work experience, education, language level, settlement funds, licensing, Express Entry status, job offer, employer approval and points can differ by sub-category. A candidate must meet every requirement of the exact route used and prove the information submitted. Candidates using the Saskatchewan Express Entry sub-category can also read our Express Entry overview.
The live Saskatchewan procedures and document checklist control. Eligibility should not be assessed from one broad comparison table.
2026 sector and intake rules
For 2026, Saskatchewan prioritizes Healthcare, Agriculture, Skilled Trades, Energy, Mining, Manufacturing and Technology. Accommodation and Food Services, Trucking and Retail Trade are capped sectors with scheduled intake windows and additional employer and work permit timing rules.
Sector treatment, intake windows and available spaces can change. Check the live Immigration FAQs, SINP Processing Statistics and Employer Position Assessment instructions before filing.
Application fee and processing information
The current International Skilled Worker procedures list a CAD 500 non-refundable application fee. Verify the live fee before applying.
Published processing statistics describe recently finalized applications and can change. They are not a guaranteed future processing time.
Nomination and permanent residence
An SINP nomination is not permanent residence. After nomination, the applicant must submit the appropriate permanent-residence application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. IRCC makes the final decision.
Official Saskatchewan sources
Get advice based on the current route
International Skilled Worker eligibility depends on the exact sub-category, current intake, occupation, sector, employer documents, work history, language, education and licensing. This page provides general information and is not a substitute for an assessment of the complete facts.
