Saskatchewan issues 596 Invitations in its First Draw for 2019

On January 16 Saskatchewan has invited 596 skilled workers to submit an application for immigration in the first Expression of Interest draw for 2019.

In this draw, 362 Invitations were issued by using the provincial stream linked to Express Entry. Candidates had to score 63 points. The Occupations in-Demand stream also invited 234 candidates and the score was 66 points. Additionally, all invited EOI candidates had Educational Credential Assessments, which is a norm for Saskatchewan applications.

The province also has a plan to conduct one draw for every month in the future. Saskatchewan conducted eight draws totally under this EOI system.

Furthermore, in the previous draw, held on Dec 6, 2018, it issued 596 invitations. The candidates had to reach a minimum score of 66 in the Occupations In-Demand stream and 63 points in the Saskatchewan Express Entry.

Draw date	Category	Minimum score	Invites issued	Other considerations
16-Jan-19	Express Entry	63	362	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
	Occupations In-Demand	66	234	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
6-Dec-18	Express Entry	61	211	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
	Occupations In-Demand	61	532	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
23-Nov-18	Express Entry	63	247	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
	Occupations In-Demand	64	267	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
01-Nov-18	Express Entry	60	255	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
	Occupations In-Demand	61	671	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
10-Oct-18	Express Entry	60	359	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
	Occupations In-Demand	63	494	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
27-Sep-18	Express Entry	65	225	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
	Occupations In-Demand	66	213	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
20-Sep-18	Occupations In-Demand	75	140	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments
21-Aug-18	Express Entry	68	466	Invited Candidates had Educational Credential Assessments

 Process for Saskatchewan Expression of Interest

1. Submitting the EOI profile.

2. Entering the pool of EOI candidates.

3. Selection of EOI candidates.

4. Issuing invitations to apply in regular draws.

5. Candidates can submit a complete application in 60 days and finally,

6. Program officials assess all applications and take a decision

The Requirements for the Occupation-In-Demand Sub-Category

• Scoring 60 points on the SINP points grid;

• Having a language score of CLB 4.;

• Completing one year of post-secondary training/education, or apprenticeship comparable to the education system in Canada and also earning a diploma/ degree, or certificate. (The Degrees and diplomas obtained out of Canada need the Educational Credential Assessment);

• One-year work experience in the last 10 years in a field of education or occupation and in an occupation listed in NOC A, B, 0 of the in-demand occupation list.

• Obtaining the proper license in Saskatchewan if the field requires it.

• Having proof of funds for settlement and a settlement plan and finally,

• Paying a non-refundable application fee online ($300).

The Requirements for the Saskatchewan Express Entry Sub-Category

Such Candidates, who are from outside Canada, or have a legal status here, qualify in this immigration category, but they must not be a refugee claimant. Additionally, they must have:

• A profile in the EE Pool, with a profile number and job seeker code;

• Score 60 points on the Program points assessment grid;

• Provide satisfactory language test results from a selected testing agency to match with the Express Entry profile;

• Completing one year of post-secondary training/education, or apprenticeship comparable to the education system in Canada and also earning a diploma/ degree, or certificate. (The Degrees and diplomas obtained out of Canada need the Educational Credential Assessment);

• Having at least one experience requirements in a field of education/training:

o One year work experience in the last ten  years in a skilled profession  of non-trade nature;

o Two years work experience in a skilled trade in the last five years; or finally

o One year work experience in Canada in the last three years  for both trades and non-trade categories,

• Having work experience in a top skilled job in NOC A, B, 0 that exists on the in-demand occupation list.

• Obtaining the proper license in Saskatchewan where the profession is regulated or is a skilled trade. Candidates of skilled trades require a certificate from the Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission of the province.

• Having proof of funds for settlement and a settlement plan and finally,

• Payment of a $300 application fee online.

The Saskatchewan In-Demand Occupations List

National Occupation Classification (NOC)	Occupations
2154	Land surveyors
3111	Psychiatrists
3215	Medical Radiation Technologists
3234	Paramedics
4151	Psychologists
4212	Social and community service workers
4214	Early childhood educators and assistants
3211	Medical laboratory technologists
3216	Medical sonographers
2123	Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists
6331	Meat cutters
7201	Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
7204	Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades
7311	Industrial mechanics
7312	Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
7321	Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics
7322	Motor vehicle body repairers
7237	Welders
7384	Recreation Vehicle Service
0822	Managers in horticulture
8252	Agricultural service contractors, farm supervisors and specialized livestock workers
0821	Managers in agriculture