2025 Saskatchewan Immigration Policy Update｜Attention Employers and Skilled Workers!

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Sep 29
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📌 Federal Quota Reduction

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) will undergo major changes in 2025! The Canadian federal government will cut nomination quotas by 50%, from 7,250 down to 3,625, and 75% of these spots will be reserved for temporary residents already in Canada.

📌 Closure of Specific Categories

The following categories have been permanently closed as of March 27, 2025:

Entrepreneur Category
International Graduate Entrepreneur Sub-Category
Farm Owner/Operator Category

Key changes effective March 27, 2025:

Most applicants must already be temporary residents in Canada.
Only healthcare, agriculture, and technical occupations will be eligible for direct recruitment from abroad.
Industry restrictions: Certain industries such as hospitality & food services, retail, and trucking will face a 25% quota cap.
If your business is not in a priority sector, you can only hire temporary residents already in Canada to obtain a Job Approval Letter (JAL).

📌 Impact on Applicants

If you are applying from abroad and your occupation is not on the priority list, your chances of success will drop significantly.
Temporary residents already in Canada (e.g., with work or study permits) will have much higher approval rates.
Applicants in certain industries may not receive nominations due to quota limits, even if they submit a Job Approval Letter.

Recommendations & Actions

Check if your occupation belongs to a priority sector before applying.
Consider entering Canada first as a temporary resident (work or study permit) to increase your chances.
Stay updated with SINP announcements to keep track of policy changes.

💡 What does this mean for you?

Employers – Act quickly to secure talent before the new rules fully take effect.
Applicants – If you are planning to apply for SINP, now is the time to seize the opportunity!

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