Dear future neighbour,
Saskatchewan has been moving fast this year. As of June 30, the province had issued 2,628 provincial nominations, about 55% of its total 2026 allocation of 4,761 spaces, the same number it worked with in 2025.
If you’re hoping to land a Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) nomination this year, here’s where things stand and what’s coming up next.
Saskatchewan splits its nominations across three categories: priority sectors, capped sectors, and everything else.
| Sector | Number of allotted spots | Nominations issued | Percentage of provincial allocation used to date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priority sectors | 2,380 | 1,466 | 62% |
| Capped sectors | 1,190 | 718 | 60% |
| Other sectors | 1,191 | 444 | 37% |
That leaves roughly 2,133 spaces still up for grabs before the year ends. Priority and capped sectors are moving quicker than “other sectors,” which still has plenty of breathing room.
Saskatchewan named seven priority sectors for 2026:
- Healthcare
- Agriculture
- Skilled trades
- Mining
- Manufacturing
- Energy, and
- Technology
Out of that allocation, 750 spots are reserved specifically for graduates of Saskatchewan-based schools now working in priority occupations, so it’s a solid opportunity if you studied in the province and stayed on to work in one of these fields.
One thing worth knowing: the 50% target for priority sectors isn’t fixed. If demand stays strong, that share could grow, leaving less room for other categories. The province plans a mid-year review to decide if targets need adjusting.
Capped sectors work differently
Capped sectors, accommodations, food services, retail trade and other services, and trucking, only accept applications during set intake windows, and spots fill on a first-come, first-served basis. The next round opens July 6 and 7, and for the first time, accommodations and food services are being split into two separate categories instead of one.
| Category | Date of intake opening | Number of available spots |
|---|---|---|
| Trucking | July 6 | 25 |
| Retail trade | July 6 | 50 |
| Accommodations | July 6 | 50 |
| Food services | July 7 | 50 |
Saskatchewan is also holding a webinar on July 2 covering these intakes, worth attending if your employer falls into one of these categories. Two more capped-sector windows are already scheduled after that: September 14 and November 2.
One key detail: employers in capped sectors can only apply during these specific windows, and only for workers with six months or less left on their work permit. Priority and other sector employers don’t face that restriction and can apply any time.
If you’re working in Saskatchewan or hoping to, this is really about timing. Capped-sector spots disappear fast once a window opens, sometimes within minutes. Waiting until the last minute rarely works in your favour, so the sooner you know which category applies to you, the better your chances of being ready the moment a window opens.
Let’s Get You Ready Before the Next Intake Opens
Provincial nomination can move fast, and Saskatchewan’s current pace is proof of that. Whether you’re eyeing a spot through a priority sector, trying to catch the next capped-sector intake, or just trying to figure out where you fit into all of this, having the right guidance early on makes a real difference.
At Ese Umoh Immigration, we help clients navigate every stage of the Canadian immigration journey, including provincial nomination, Express Entry, work permits, postgraduate work permits, spousal sponsorship, visitor visas, super visas, citizenship applications, and school admissions. If Saskatchewan’s SINP program looks like your path forward, don’t leave it to chance. Book a consultation with us today and let’s map out the best route for your situation before the next intake window closes.