2 New Canada PR Pathways For Healthcare & Agriculture By SINP

On August 30, 2024, Saskatchewan introduced two new Permanent Residency-PR pathways under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to address labour shortages in the province’s health care and agriculture sectors.

There is still opportunity for many working in-demand sectors, while getting permanent residency in Canada is now more difficult than ever generally.

These new pathways, called the Agriculture Talent Pathway, are for 10 occupations and the Health Talent Pathway is for up to 44 healthcare-related occupations, aim to attract skilled workers to fill critical roles in these industries.

Addressing Labour Shortages in Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan’s Immigration and Career Training Minister, Jeremy Harrison, emphasized the importance of aligning the province’s immigration strategies with current labour demands.

“With labour shortages reported across the country, creating new provincial immigration pathways and streamlining our credential recognition process will help employers in Saskatchewan acquire the workforce needed to grow their businesses,” Harrison said.

The province’s new pathways reflect a proactive approach to support the province’s economic and health sector growth by making it easier for skilled immigrants to settle and work in Saskatchewan.

New SINP Agriculture Talent Pathway Eligibility Criteria

The Agriculture Talent Pathway has been specifically designed to meet the growing demand for labour in Saskatchewan’s agriculture industry.

Agriculture is a vital part of the province’s economy, with more than $3.2 billion worth of crop products exported in 2023.

The pathway is open to skilled workers with experience in agricultural occupations, aiming to fill in-demand roles in the sector.

Eligible candidates must meet certain criteria, including:

  • Language Proficiency: Candidates must have a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) score of 4. However, some employers or regulatory bodies may require a higher language score.
  • Education: A minimum of secondary school education is required.
  • Work Experience: Candidates must have at least one year of full-time work experience in the past three years in their intended occupation, or six months of full-time work experience (30+ hours per week) with the employer who provided them with a Job Approval Letter.
  • Job Offer: Candidates must have an eligible permanent, full-time job offer in Saskatchewan’s agricultural sector and a valid SINP Job Approval Letter provided by their employer.

    Full List of 10 Occupations Eligible For Agriculture Talent Pathway

    NOC Description
    75101 Material handlers*
    84120 Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators
    85100 Livestock labourers
    85101 Harvesting labourers
    85103 Nursery and greenhouse labourers
    94140 Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing*
    94141 Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers*
    94143 Testers and graders, food and beverage processing*
    94204 Mechanical assemblers and inspectors*
    95106 Labourers in food and beverage processing*”

     

    Health Talent PR Pathways Eligibility Criteria

    The Health Talent Pathway has been introduced to support Saskatchewan’s Health Human Resources (HHR) action plan.

    The program streamlines the process for healthcare professionals to be recruited through SINP, consolidating all healthcare recruitment under a single stream.

    The eligibility requirements for the Health Talent Pathway vary based on whether the candidate has an active Express Entry profile.

    However, all candidates must meet certain common criteria:

    • Licensing Eligibility: Candidates must be eligible for licensing in Saskatchewan if applicable to their occupation.
    • Education: A post-secondary education related to the job they have been offered is required. This can be a master’s or bachelor’s degree, a three-year degree from a university or college, or a two-year diploma from a trade or technical school.
    • Intent to Reside: Candidates must attest to their intent to live and work in Saskatchewan.

      Health Talent Pathway Requirements: Non-Express Entry Candidates

      Candidates not eligible for Express Entry must have a language score of at least CLB 5 in English or French.

      Some employers may require a higher score. In addition, they must meet the following work experience requirements:

      • In Saskatchewan applicants must be working full-time in Saskatchewan and have completed at least six months (780 hours) of work experience with their employer who has provided the Job Approval Letter. This experience does not need to be consecutive.
      • Outside Saskatchewan Applicants: If candidates have not worked full-time for at least six months with their employer, they must have at least one year of work experience in their occupation within the last five years.

      44 Eligible Occupations For Non-Express Entry Health Talent Pathway

      NOC Description
      30010 Managers in health care
      31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
      31101 Specialists in surgery
      31102 General practitioners and family physicians
      31103 Veterinarians
      31110 Dentists
      31111 Optometrists
      31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
      31120 Pharmacists
      31121 Dietitians and nutritionists
      31200 Psychologists
      31201 Chiropractors
      31202 Physiotherapists
      31203 Occupational therapists
      31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
      31209 Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
      31300 Nursing coordinators and supervisors
      31301 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
      31302 Nurse practitioners
      31303 Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
      32100 Opticians
      32101 Licensed practical nurses
      32102 Paramedical occupations
      32103 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
      32104 Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians
      32109 Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
      32110 Denturists
      32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists
      32112 Dental technologists and technicians
      32120 Medical laboratory technologists
      32121 Medical radiation technologists
      32122 Medical sonographers
      32123 Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists n.e.c
      32124 Pharmacy technicians
      32129 Other medical technologists and technicians
      32200 Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
      32201 Massage therapists
      32209 Other practitioners of natural healing
      33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
      33101 Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
      33102 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
      33103 Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
      33109 Other assisting occupations in support of health services
      44101 Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations

       

      Saskatchewan’s Ongoing Efforts to Attract Skilled Talent

      With these new PNP pathways, Saskatchewan continues to strengthen its appeal to skilled immigrants by simplifying the immigration process for essential sectors such as health care and agriculture.

      These pathways align with the province’s ongoing efforts to meet labour demands while supporting economic growth and the development of vital industries.

      Saskatchewan’s focus on streamlining immigration pathways and credential recognition will help attract skilled talent to fill in-demand jobs, benefiting both newcomers and employers.

      Skilled professionals in agriculture and health care now have a clearer path to establishing their careers in Saskatchewan, contributing to the province’s growing economy and enhancing the quality of life for its residents.

       

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