Saskatchewan pnp news
Here are some recent news updates related to the Saskatchewan Provincial Nominee Program (PNP):
Recent Draw Results:
- On February 24, 2023, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) conducted a draw for the International Skilled Worker Category, issuing 444 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination. The minimum score required was 74 points. [Source: SINP]
- On January 27, 2023, the SINP conducted a draw for the International Skilled Worker Category, issuing 444 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination. The minimum score required was 74 points. [Source: SINP]
Changes to the SINP:
- In November 2022, the Saskatchewan government announced changes to the SINP, including the introduction of a new "Express Entry" stream for skilled workers. The new stream allows the province to nominate candidates who are already in the Express Entry pool and have a valid job offer in Saskatchewan. [Source: Government of Saskatchewan]
- In October 2022, the SINP introduced a new "Occupations in Demand" list, which identifies occupations that are in high demand in Saskatchewan. The list includes occupations such as software engineers, nurses, and IT professionals. [Source: SINP]
New Streams and Categories:
- In August 2022, the SINP launched a new "Entrepreneur" stream, which allows entrepreneurs to establish a business in Saskatchewan and create jobs for Saskatchewan residents. [Source: SINP]
- In June 2022, the SINP launched a new "International Graduate" stream, which allows international graduates of Saskatchewan post-secondary institutions to apply for a provincial nomination. [Source: SINP]
Other News:
- In January 2023, the Saskatchewan government announced a new "Saskatchewan Immigration Strategy", which aims to attract more immigrants to the province and address labor shortages. The strategy includes a number of initiatives, including the creation of a new "Immigration Office" in Regina. [Source: Government of Saskatchewan]
- In December 2022, the SINP announced that it would be increasing the processing times for applications, in an effort to reduce backlogs and improve service to applicants. [Source: SINP]
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