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Saskatchewan published a new schedule for the 2024 Entrepreneur program On December 27, 2023, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) Entrepreneur program updated the Expression of Interest (EOI) pool selection schedule for the 2024 entrepreneur program.  The province will conduct the EOI pool selections on January 11, April 11, July 11, and October 10, 2024. According to the new update, candidates cannot change their business plans after applying to the program.  They also cannot change their Business Performance Agreement after the SINP approval. In 2023, Saskatchewan held six business draws and invited 209 entrepreneurs. Saskatchewan Entrepreneur EOI System The Saskatchewan economy provides long-term opportunities for entrepreneurs looking to start a new business or buy an existing one. Consider applying for the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program - Entrepreneur and Farm Categories if you are an experienced business person who meets the program criteria. The EOI is not

  Saskatchewan expands the SINP to include 279 new jobs On November 1, 2023, the Government of Saskatchewan announced broadening the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) to bolster worker retention. The expansion now allows certain work permit holders in intermediate and lower-skilled occupations to apply for permanent residency under the Existing Work Permit stream.  This change opens up PR opportunities for internationally trained workers in these sectors who meet the program's criteria, including language requirements and a full-time job offer.  Previously, only high-skilled and designated trade workers were eligible for this program. Now, an additional 279 occupations, such as: farm laborers,  truck drivers,  retail sales, nurse aides, and  equipment operators can apply.  To qualify for the expanded stream, applicants must hold:  an eligible work permit,  a Labor Market Impact Assessment-Supported Work Permit,  a Francophone mobility work permit, or  a CUAET visa for r

  Minimum wages increase in six Canadian provinces The minimum wage in six Canadian provinces will increase on October 1, 2023. British Columbia and Quebec have already raised their minimum wages this year, while the federal minimum wage went up on April 1. The minimum wage is the lowest wage rate set by provinces and applies to all employees. Employees in Canada are required to be paid a minimum wage. When the provincial minimum wage exceeds the federal minimum wage, the employee must be paid the higher of the two. The minimum wage rate is the basic amount per hour that an employer must pay in a region. An employee must be paid at least the minimum wage in order to be hired. An employer may not pay less than the minimum wage. What are Minimum wage increases in six Canadian provinces? These anticipated minimum wage increases will take effect on October 1, 2023, and will be as follows: Ontario Ontario's new minimum wage will be $16.55 from $15.50 per hour, the hourly minimum wage is

  SINP latest draw invited 642 candidates from eight countries On August 16, 2023, Saskatchewan conducted new rounds of invitations in the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) and invited candidates residing in Ireland, India, Poland, Czechia, Germany, Lithuania, Slovakia, and Ukraine.  The province invited 23 candidates from Ireland under the Express Entry category and 12 candidates under the Occupations In-Demand category.  Furthermore, Saskatchewan issued 224 and 207 invitations to Indian candidates through the Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand categories, respectively.  Lastly, to support a recruitment mission to Poland, the province invited candidates residing in Poland, Czechia, Germany, Lithuania, Slovakia, and Ukraine – 98 under the Express Entry and 78 through the Occupations In-Demand categories.  In total, Saskatchewan invited 642 candidates on August 16. In 2023, Saskatchewan invited 5,375 skilled immigrants and entrepreneurs under the SINP. As a candidate, y