News/Blog highlights
- The Saskatchewan PNP draw on August 11, 2022, invited 745 immigration candidates.
- The invitations were issued to candidates under Express Entry and Occupation In-demands streams.
- The province is in need of more skilled foreign nationals and hence these draws are significant for the province.
On August 11, 2022, a Saskatchewan PNP draw was held in which 745 immigration candidates were invited to apply for a provincial nomination. These candidates will get the advantage of being granted 600 CRS points. It will put their profile higher in the order of selection for a Canada PR visa.
Here are the details of the Canada PNP draw:
| Date of Invitations to Apply |
Category | Score of Lowest Ranked Candidate to Apply |
Total Candidates Invited to Apply |
Other Considerations |
| August 11, 2022 |
Express Entry |
68 | 433 | Invited candidates had ECA (Educational Credential Assessments). Not all occupations were selected. The occupations that were chosen and eligible for the EOI selection on August 11, 2022, have the following classification numbers: 0621, 0631, 0632, 0711, 2171, 2234, 2263, 2281, 2282, 3212, 3214, 3219, 3237, 6211, 6221, 6312, 7302, 7305, 8241, 8252 |
| August 11, 2022 |
Occupations In-Demand |
68 | 312 | Invited Candidates had ECA (Educational Credential Assessments). Not all occupations were selected. The occupations that were chosen and eligible for the EOI selection on August 11, 2022, have the following classification numbers: 0621, 0631, 0632, 0711, 2171, 2234, 2263, 2281, 2282, 3212, 3214, 3219, 3237, 6211, 6221, 6312, 7302, 7305, 8241, 8252 |
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About Saskatchewan PNP Express Entry Stream
Candidates who are nominated under this immigration stream have no need to have a job offer from a Saskatchewan employer. The PNP stream is connected to the Express Entry system. That means these candidates have an active profile in the federal Express Entry system. They can only apply for a nomination and further for a Canada PR visa.
About Saskatchewan PNP Occupation In-Demand Stream
Those who are invited via this immigration stream are under no requirement to have an Express Entry profile. Skilled foreign workers can arrive in Saskatchewan to fill the job vacancies with the province’s employers.
To be eligible, candidates must have a minimum work experience of 1 year. Experience must be in one of the job positions that are included on the Saskatchewan Occupations In-Demand list.
Also read: A look back at Canada PNP draws that took place in July 2022
Why is Saskatchewan an excellent place for foreign nationals?
There are a few reasons that make Saskatchewan an ideal place for foreign workers to live and work. These are the following:
- It’s easier to find a living space in this province, especially to rent one. You will find townhouses, apartments, and single-family homes very much available to stay in.
- The average house price is lower and affordable compared to other provinces.
- The cost of living in this province is more affordable than in other provinces and cities in Canada. These include a lower cost of education, healthcare facilities, public transportation, and tax benefits. All amenities available in the province are of high quality.
- There are vast employment opportunities in Saskatchewan.
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