Immigration Ineligibility

• Have an unresolved refugee application
• Are living illegally in their Country of Residence or Canada
• Have a removal order issued by IRCC or CBSA
• Are inadmissible to Canada

The applicant may be refused if under any of the following situations:

• The applicant or any dependent family member (accompanying or not) has a serious medical condition or a criminal record
• In unresolved custody or child support disputes
• Have intentionally misrepresented in an immigration application
• Unable to demonstrate the intention to live and work permanently in Saskatchewan
• Have been refused by the SINP within the last 24 months

List of Ineligible Businesses

• Wholesale trading businesses, where goods or merchandise are purchased in Canada or internationally, and resold without transformation
• Businesses located in a multi-business retail condo/location/project or business incubator that is not completed/operational, and/or is targeted or dependent on investment or business operations from SINP entrepreneurs for the development, completion or ongoing operation of the project
• Any business previously owned and operated by friends, relatives or family members
• Any business previously owned by a SINP Entrepreneur or Immigrant Graduate Entrepreneur applicant
• Any business previously owned by a SINP Entrepreneur or Immigrant Graduate Entrepreneur applicant
• Any business venture or partnership with an SINP Entrepreneur applicant (only partnerships with new International Graduate Entrepreneur applicants are eligible)
• Primary agriculture/farming operations
• Property rental, investment, and leasing activities
• Coin operated businesses of any kind
• Consultancy or any business that offers professional advice
• Resale of goods and/or services
• Online/e-commerce businesses (unless the service/product is new to the Canadian marketplace and the warehouse is located in Saskatchewan)
• Real estate construction/brokerage/renovation/property development, insurance brokerage or business brokerage where you receive a commission or do not take physical possession of the product
• Professional services or self-employed business operators requiring licensing or accreditation, unless the license or accreditation was issued after your study
• Long distance freight trucking
• Pay day loan, cheque cashing, money changing and cash machines
• Credit unions
• Home-based businesses, including bed-and-breakfasts and lodging houses
• Co-operatives
• Any businesses operated primarily for the purposes of deriving passive investment income
• Any businesses that tend to bring the Nominee Program or the Government of the Nova Scotia into disrepute

Basic requirements

• 21 years old or older
• Have a 2-years post-secondary program in Saskatchewan
• Hold a post-graduation work permit valid for at least 24 months
• Have resided in Saskatchewan during their academic program

Language

Minimum CLB 7, assessed by 1 of 5 language proficiency tests within the last 2 years:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training
• Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP-General)
• Pearson Test of English - Core (PTE-Core)
• Test d'évaluation de français (TEF)
• Test de connaissance du français Canada (TCF Canada)

Investment requirements

• Investment is financed directly from the personal net worth and/or from a recognized Canadian financial institution, Venture Capital or Angel Investment firm
• Ineligible investment includes but is not limited to gifts from partners or third parties, donations, loans or grants from ineligible financial institutions

Business requirements

• Submit the Business Establishment Plan after receiving the Invitation to Apply
• Have a 1/3 ownership, may partner with another applicant
• Establish or purchase a business as agreed in Business Performance Agreement
• Directly involved in the day-to-day management of the business on a valid work permit
• Dmonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the Business Establishment Plan
• Demonstrate the main purpose of business operation is generating profits by selling products or providing services instead of passive investment
• Business Performance Agreement cannot be changed or modified while implementing the business plan
• Operate the business for at least 12 months before requesting nomination
• Reside within 50 km of the business
• Meet minimum revenue requirements after 1 year of operation

Immigration Ineligibility

• Have an unresolved refugee application
• Are living illegally in their Country of Residence or Canada
• Have a removal order issued by IRCC or CBSA
• Are inadmissible to Canada

The applicant may be refused if under any of the following situations:

• The applicant or any dependent family member (accompanying or not) has a serious medical condition or a criminal record
• In unresolved custody or child support disputes
• Have intentionally misrepresented in an immigration application
• Unable to demonstrate the intention to live and work permanently in Saskatchewan
• Have been refused by the SINP within the last 24 months

List of Ineligible Businesses

• Property rental, investment, and leasing activities
• Real estate construction/development/brokerage, insurance brokerage or business brokerage
• Businesses located in a multi-business retail condo/location/project or business incubator that is not completed/operational, and/or is targeted or dependent on investment or business operations from SINP entrepreneurs for the development, completion or ongoing operation of the project
• Professional services or self-employed business operators requiring licensing or accreditation
• Pay day loan, cheque cashing, money changing and cash machines
• Credit unions
• Home-based businesses, including bed-and-breakfasts and lodging houses
• Co-operatives
• Any businesses operated primarily for the purposes of deriving passive investment income
• Wholesale distributor operations
• Landscaping operations
• Seasonal businesses
• Appliances/home furnishing retail operations

Basic requirements

• Have an exploratory visit to Saskatchewan at least 5 business days
• At least 3 years of relevant business management or entrepreneurial experience within the last 10 years
• Net worth of $500,000 CAD, including all assets owned by applicant and applicant-spouse after debt deduction
• Assessed by SINP-approved financial verification provider (KPMG or MNP Ltd.) after being invited
• If purchasing a business from an former SINP Entrepreneur before 2015, the business must have been operational for at least 5 years since obtaining permanent residency or when the Good Faith Deposit was refunded, and must be profitable for 2 out of the last 3 years
• Applicants and their families must reside within 50 km of their business in Saskatchewan
• Attend an interview within 90 days of SINP's request

Language

Minimum CLB 5, assessed by 1 of 5 language proficiency tests within the last 2 years:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training
• Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP-General)
• Pearson Test of English - Core (PTE-Core)
• Test d'évaluation de français (TEF)
• Test de connaissance du français Canada (TCF Canada)

Investment requirements

• Depend on the investment region:
  ○ $ 300,000 CAD if located in Regina or Saskatoon
  ○ $ 200,000 CAD if located elsewhere in Saskatchewan
• Investment eligibility is assessed based on how essential to establish and operate a new business, or to purchase, improve and operate an existing business
• Unless essential, real estate will not be considered an investment; if eligible, the eligible investment is more than 50% percent of the total minimum required investment
• If purchasing an existing business, including business assets, equity and inventory
• For the establishment of a new business, only consider a maximum of 3 times the average monthly Cost of Goods Sold over a 6 months period
• For start-up costs (marketing, insurance, or supplies) and operation expenses (rent, wages, and utilities), only consider a maximum of 6 months if establishing a new business or 3 months if purchasing an existing business
• Include cash and receivables which are considered reasonable and based on industry standards, up to a maximum of 15% of the total required eligible investment
• Wages or salaries paid to the applicant or family members are not considered eligible expenses

Business requirements

• Submit the Business Establishment Plan after receiving the Invitation to Apply
• Have a 1/3 ownership, unless the total investment is greater than $1,000,000 CAD, may partner with another applicant
• Establish or purchase a business as agreed in Business Performance Agreement
• Create 2 permanent full-time positions or equivalent for Canadian or Permanent Resident (not including family members) if establishing a new business in Saskatoon or Regina
• Directly involved in the day-to-day management of the business on a valid work permit
• Dmonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the Business Establishment Plan
• Demonstrate the main purpose of business operation is generating profits by selling products or providing services instead of passive investment
• Application to change Business Performance Agreement must be completed after a meeting with the province within 90 days after arrival and is not guaranteed to be approved. Submission of mid-term Business Establishment Activity Report also is required. No change is accepted if it lowers EOI points.
• Operate the business for at least 12 months before requesting nomination

Immigration Ineligibility

• Have an unresolved refugee application
• Are living illegally in their Country of Residence or Canada
• Have a removal order issued by IRCC or CBSA
• Are inadmissible to Canada

The applicant may be refused if under any of the following situations:

• The applicant or any dependent family member (accompanying or not) has a serious medical condition or a criminal record
• In unresolved custody or child support disputes
• Have intentionally misrepresented in an immigration application
• Unable to demonstrate the intention to live and work permanently in Saskatchewan
• Have been refused by the SINP within the last 24 months

Basic requirements

• EOI score of at least 55/110 points
• Have an exploratory visit to Saskatchewan to research and explore investment opportunities
• Net worth of $500,000 CAD, including all assets owned by applicant and applicant-spouse after debt deduction
• Assessed by SINP-approved financial verification provider (KPMG or MNP Ltd.) after being invited

Business management experience

• At least 3 years of relevant farm operation knowledge and experience in agricultural products such as:
  ○ Crops: Cereals (Wheat, Barley, Oats, Rye, Triticale, Canola, Flax, Mustard, Sunflower, Camelina), Seeds (Lentil, Pea, Chickpea, Bean, Faba Bean)
  ○ Other Agricultural Products (Herbs / Spices, Apiculture, Canaryseed, Wild Rice, Hemp, other crops,...)
  ○ Forage, fruit, vegetables, potatoes
  ○ Livestock/poultry and related products

Language

Minimum CLB 4, assessed by 1 of 5 language proficiency tests within the last 2 years:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training
• Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP-General)
• Test d'évaluation de français (TEF)
• Test de connaissance du français Canada (TCF Canada)

Investment requirements

• At least $ 150,000 CAD
• The good-faith deposit will be returned within 2 years after nomination if the applicant fulfills all terms in the Business Performance Agreement and has operated the business for at least 6 months

Business requirements

• Farm proposal must show commercial viability
• Have a 1/3 ownership, unless the total investment is greater than $1,000,000 CAD, may partner with another applicant
• Establish or purchase a business as agreed in Business Performance Agreement
• Dmonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the Business Establishment Plan
• Application to change Business Performance Agreement must be completed after a landed meeting and is not guaranteed to be approved. Submission of mid-term Business Establishment Activity Report also is required. No change is accepted if it lowers EOI points.
• Directly involved in the day-to-day management of the business on a valid work permit

Immigration Ineligibility

• Have an unresolved refugee application
• Are living illegally in their Country of Residence or Canada
• Have a removal order issued by IRCC or CBSA
• Are inadmissible to Canada

The applicant may be refused if under any of the following situations:

• The applicant or any dependent family member (accompanying or not) has a serious medical condition or a criminal record
• In unresolved custody or child support disputes
• Have intentionally misrepresented in an immigration application
• Unable to demonstrate the intention to live and work permanently in Saskatchewan
• Have been refused by the SINP within the last 24 months

Basic requirements

• EOI score of at least 55/110 points
• Have an exploratory visit to Saskatchewan to research and explore investment opportunities
• Under 40 years old
• If spouse or common-law partner is included in an application, must have marketable employment skills based on education and work experience
• Net worth of $300,000 CAD, including all assets owned by applicant and applicant-spouse after debt deduction
• Assessed by SINP-approved financial verification provider (KPMG or MNP Ltd.) after being invited

Business management experience

• At least 3 years of relevant farm operation knowledge and experience in agricultural products such as:
  ○ Crops: Cereals (Wheat, Barley, Oats, Rye, Triticale, Canola, Flax, Mustard, Sunflower, Camelina), Seeds (Lentil, ○Pea, Chickpea, Bean, Faba Bean), Other Agricultural Products (Herbs / Spices, Apiculture, Canaryseed, Wild Rice, Hemp, other crops,...)
  ○ Forage, fruit, vegetables, potatoes
  ○ Livestock/poultry and related products

Language

Minimum CLB 4, assessed by 1 of 5 language proficiency tests within the last 2 years:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training
• Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP-General)
• Pearson Test of English - Core (PTE-Core)
• Test d'évaluation de français (TEF)
• Test de connaissance du français Canada (TCF Canada)

Investment requirements

• At least $ 150,000 CAD
• The good-faith deposit will be returned within 2 years after nomination if the applicant fulfills all terms in the Business Performance Agreement and has operated the business for at least 6 months

Business requirements

• Farm proposal must show commercial viability
• Have a 1/3 ownership, unless the total investment is greater than $1,000,000 CAD, may partner with another applicant
• Establish or purchase a business as agreed in Business Performance Agreement
• Dmonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the Business Establishment Plan
• Application to change Business Performance Agreement must be completed after a landed meeting and is not guaranteed to be approved. Submission of mid-term Business Establishment Activity Report also is required. No change is accepted if it lowers EOI points.
• Directly involved in the day-to-day management of the business on a valid work permit