06/19/2025
Latest updates on the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) as of June 2025:
1. 🎯 Nomination Caps & Returned Applications
Sector cap implemented: In March 2025, SINP introduced a 25% cap on nominations for transportation, retail, and accommodation & food services combined.
Cap reached: As of June 2025, this cap has been met, and new applications in these sectors are being returned, though Job Approval Forms (JAFs) are still accepted in case unused nominations open up later
2. JAF Intake & Prioritization (March 27, 2025)
Pause lifted: SINP paused JAF intake on Feb 18, then resumed on Mar 27, and has confirmed no further pauses planned for 2025
Overseas recruitment limited: Only candidates outside Canada in health, agriculture, and skilled trades sectors are now prioritized for JAF approvals. Others must already be temporary residents working for the employer.
3. Program Closes Major Streams
As of March 27, 2025, the following streams are permanently closed to new applications:
Entrepreneur
International Graduate Entrepreneur
Farm Owner/Operator
📌 Existing EOIs submitted before the cutoff will still be processed.
4. Student & Open Work Permit Changes
Student stream restrictions: Only graduates from Saskatchewan DLIs with at least 6 months of relevant paid work in provincial field/study work qualify. PGWP holders from other provinces are no longer eligible
Open Work Permits: Certain OWP holders (e.g., spousal permits) are now ineligible—SINP aims to prevent exploitation and improve retention
5. No EOI Draws in 2025
EOI draws on hold: No draws for Express Entry, Occupations in Demand, or Employment Offer streams have occurred in 2025. EOIs submitted without Saskatchewan job offers have either been or will be returned/refunded .
✅ Summary of What This Means for You
Transportation/Retail/Food/Truck:
Applications returned; may resume if nominations reopen
Health, Agriculture, Skilled Trades
Overseas candidates eligible—with valid job offers
Other Sectors Overseas:
Must be working in Canada already on temporary status
Student Stream:
Only SK DLI graduates with relevant work experience eligible
Open Work Permits:
Spousal OWPs and similar permits now ineligible
Business Streams:
All closed to new applicants
EOI Draws:
Suspended for 2025
🔍 What You Should Do Next
For Employers: Continue submitting JAFs now—priority sectors still open, and cap-affected sectors MAY resume later.
For Applicants:
If overseas, target jobs in health, agriculture, or trades with Saskatchewan-based offers.
If you're a student in SK DLI, ensure you have paid experience in your field.
Avoid applying through retired streams—focus on Employment Offer or current eligible pathways.
Stay Updated: Monitor SINP allocation shifts—more caps may be reached, and new draws or eligibility adjustments could appear.
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