Saskatchewan Adds TEER 4 and 5 Occupations to In-Demand List

Manmeet Kaur
[Published 13 Feb, 2024 | 04:49 PM]
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If you work in intermediate and lower-skilled occupations in Saskatchewan, you can now apply for permanent residency through the Existing Work Permit stream of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP).

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Saskatchewan has expanded its in-demand occupations list by an additional 279 occupations (TEER 4 and 5) - to meet its labor market shortages. Workers like retail sales staff, farm laborers, and more can stay in Saskatchewan permanently if they meet stream-specific and general eligibility of Saskatchewan PNP.

Earlier, only newcomers with skilled worker experience in occupations listed under TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 along with designated trades were allowed to apply for permanent residency through the stream.

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Who is eligible to apply?

If you already have six months of experience in Saskatchewan and wish to continue working as an intermediate and lower-skilled worker, meet the stream-specific and general SINP requirements:

• You must have an eligible work permit issued by IRCC.
• To work under TEER 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 occupations, secure an LMIA-supported work permit, a francophone mobility work permit, or a Canadian Ukrainian Authorisation for Emergency Travel (CUAET) visa.
• Secure a full-time and permanent valid job offer from a Saskatchewan employer.
• Have a valid job approval letter.
• You must have worked full-time for a minimum of six months in the same job with the employer that has given you the job approval letter along with a valid work permit. 
• If your job offer is in TEER 4 or 5, obtain a CLB score of 4.
• Eligible licensure if your occupation is regulated in Saskatchewan (if applicable).

Who is not eligible to apply?

Though 279 more occupations have been added to the exciting occupations list, here are some who still can’t apply for PR under this immigration stream:

• Food and beverage servers
• Truck Drivers
• Healthcare workers
• Graduates working in Saskatchewan with a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) issued by IRCC.
• Refugee claimants claiming refugee status in Canada.

You may also not be eligible to apply for the stream if:

• You did not submit the proper documentation with the application.
• You failed to prove your plan to live and work in Saskatchewan.
• You and your representative have misrepresented yourselves in the application purposely.

How to apply through the Existing Work Permit stream?

Before you apply, you must gather the required documents for the SINP application:

• SINP Ethical Conduct Disclosure and Declaration form
• Birth certificate
• Passport
• Saskatchewan licensure (if applicable)
• Work experience
• Language test (if TEER 4 or 5)
• Job offer letter
• Work permit
• IMM-0008 Generic Application Form for Canada
• IMM-0008DEP Additional Dependents/Declaration (if applicable)
• Schedule A: Background/Declaration
• IMM-5406 Additional Family Information

Application Process

Once gathered, move on to the application process. Follow these steps:

STEP 1: Apply for the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program online by creating an account.

STEP 2: Complete the application form with the correct details. Scan and upload all documents you gathered earlier in PDF format.

STEP 3: Pay the application fee and apply.

STEP 4: Soon, you will receive a letter by email confirming that authorities have received your application.

If nominated, you will receive a nomination package by email, which will include:

• An approval letter of your SINP nomination
• A worker permit support letter
• Details about how to move forward with an application for permanent residency with the Government of Canada.

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After nomination, you will be given six months to submit a complete PR application to IRCC. Meanwhile, your health and criminal records will be assessed. If any additional documents or information is required during the process, IRCC will request them and you have to respond promptly to avoid delays.

Saskatchewan needs immigrants

The prairie province of Saskatchewan has a huge demand for skilled workers and has bargained with the federal government to increase the intake of newcomers between 2023-2025. If you are looking for jobs in Canada from India, Saskatchewan currently has more than 16,000 job vacancies, which you can find across multiple online job portals, and over 112,000 job vacancies are estimated to open over the next five years.

With the expansion of immigration eligibility under the Saskatchewan PNP, more workers will be able to gain permanent residency and call Saskatchewan home. If you are having trouble with the process, talk to the best Canada immigration consultants in Hyderabad, Nationwide Visas.

We at Nationwide Visas have assisted thousands of individuals to successfully immigrate to Canada. Our qualified and experienced immigration consultants are equipped with the proficiency to accurately assess your case and advise the most suitable course of action for best serving your needs.

Good Luck!