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- The International Skilled Worker – Occupations In-Demand sub-category is OPEN to applications at this time. For your application to be accepted, it must be complete with all required documents or it will be returned and the application fee will not be refunded. When the application threshold is reached, no further applications will be accepted. The website will be updated Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this sub-category, you must pay a non-refundable $300 application fee online by Visa or Mastercard. It is the last step required in order to submit your application.
You may qualify for this sub-category if you live outside Canada or have proof of legal status in Canada, are not a refugee claimant and:
- Score a minimum of 60 points out of 100 on the SINP point assessment grid;
- Have a language score of at least Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4.
- Employers and regulatory bodies may ask for language scores that are higher than CLB 4;
- Have completed post-secondary education, training or apprenticeship that’s comparable to the Canadian education system of at least one year in length. You must have earned a diploma, certificate or degree with this.
- For degrees and diplomas obtained outside of Canada, you must have an educational credential assessment (ECA) from a designated organization, as per IRCC’s list of approved organizations.
- Have at least one-year work experience in the past 10 years:
- In your field of education or training occupation, and
- In a high skilled occupation in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) Matrix level “A”, “B” or “0” that’s included on the SINP In-Demand Occupation List.
- Show proof of Professional Status or Licensure (for regulated occupations or those with professional certification standards in Canada and/or Saskatchewan) if required for your occupation. Please see the SINP In-Demand Occupation List for these requirements. If this proof is required, your application will be held for processing until such proof is provided – all other required documents must be included in your application or your application will be returned as incomplete and your application fee will not be refunded.
- Have proof of settlement funds and a settlement plan.
In-Demand Occupations
| National Occupation Classification (NOC) | Occupations |
| 0211 | Engineering managers |
| 2131 | Civil engineers |
| 2132 | Mechanical engineers |
| 2133 | Electrical and electronics engineers |
| 2141 | Industrial and manufacturing engineers |
| 2147 | Computer engineers |
| 2151 | Architects |
| 2154 | Land surveyors |
| 2173 | Software engineers |
| 2173 | Software designers |
| 2175 | Web designers and developer |
| 4151 | Psychologists |
| 4212 | Social and community service workers |
| 4214 | Early childhood educators and assistants |
| 3211 | Medical laboratory technologists |
| 3216 | Medical sonographers |
| 0423 | Managers in social, community and correctional services |
| 1122 | Professional occupations in business management consulting |
| 2212 | Geological and mineral technologists and technicians |
| 2121 | Biologists and related scientists |
| 2123 | Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists |
| 2225 | Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists |
| 2242 | Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) |
| 2243 | Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics |
| 6331 | Meat cutters |
| 7231 | Machinists |
| 7272 | Cabinetmakers |
| 7311 | Industrial mechanics |
| 7312 | Heavy-duty equipment mechanics |
| 7321 | Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics |
| 7322 | Motor vehicle body repairers |
| 7237 | Welders |
| 0811 | Managers in natural resources production and fishing |
| 0821 | Managers in agriculture |
| 0911 | Manufacturing managers |
| 0912 | Utilities managers |
How to Apply
- Follow the guidelines for the Application Process to learn how to apply.
- Be sure to complete, scan and submit the following to the SINP as part of your application:
- All of the required provincial and federal forms; and
- All of your Required Documents.
- Refer to the SINP Important Words and Definitions to be sure you understand what is required.
For more info, please visit SINP official website
