Saskatchewan uses 26% of 2026 SINP nominations
The Government of Saskatchewan has released updated figures for its provincial immigration program, showing the number of nominations issued so far in 2026.
Data indicates that approximately 26% of the province’s annual allocation has already been used, with 1,223 nominations issued under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP).
The update provides an early view of how nominations are being distributed across sectors, as the province does not publish regular draw results.
- 1,223 nominations issued under SINP so far in 2026
- Represents about 26% of the annual allocation of 4,761
- Priority sectors account for the largest share of nominations
- Capped sectors include food services, retail, and trucking
- 3,538 nomination spaces remain for the rest of the year
Breakdown of 2026 SINP nominations
Saskatchewan divides its annual nomination allocation into three main categories: priority sectors, capped sectors, and other sectors.
For 2026, half of all nominations have been set aside for priority sectors, while capped and other sectors each account for smaller shares of the total.
As of the latest update, 689 nominations have gone to priority sectors, representing roughly 29% of that category’s allocation.
Capped sectors together have received a smaller number of nominations, reflecting limits imposed to manage intake levels across specific industries.
Capped sector allocations
The SINP has imposed limits on three sectors: accommodation and food services, retail and related services, and trucking.
These caps are intended to balance labour market demand and control the number of applications processed within these industries.
To date, 188 nominations have been issued in accommodation and food services, 74 in retail and related services, and 46 in trucking.
Each of these categories represents between 5% and 15% of the total allocation, with varying levels of uptake so far.
Other sectors and remaining capacity
Outside of priority and capped groupings, other sectors have received 226 nominations so far in 2026.
These sectors collectively account for one quarter of the total allocation, with approximately 19% of that portion used to date.
Overall, Saskatchewan retains 3,538 nomination spaces for the remainder of the year.
Priority sectors identified by the province
The province has identified several industries as priority areas for immigration nominations, reflecting labour demand across key parts of the economy.
These include healthcare, agriculture, skilled trades, mining, manufacturing, energy, and technology.
Within this category, a portion of nominations—750 spaces—has been reserved for graduates of Saskatchewan institutions who are employed in priority occupations.
This allocation highlights the role of locally trained workers in the province’s immigration strategy.
How intake periods are structured
Saskatchewan uses a different intake approach for capped sectors compared to other categories.
Applications for capped sectors are accepted only during designated intake windows throughout the year.
There are six scheduled intake periods in 2026, with some already completed and others planned for later months.
These openings operate on a first-come, first-served basis, and specific times are assigned depending on the sector.
Upcoming intake dates
Remaining intake windows are scheduled for May 4, July 6, September 7, and November 2.
On the May intake date, different sectors will open at staggered times, with trucking and retail opening earlier in the day and accommodation and food services opening later.
Employers submitting applications under capped sectors must also meet certain conditions related to the worker’s permit validity.
No intake limits for other sectors
There are no fixed intake dates for priority or other sectors, allowing applications to be submitted throughout the year.
This distinction reflects the province’s approach to managing demand in high-volume sectors while maintaining flexibility in areas identified as critical.
Context within Canada’s provincial nominee programs
Provincial nominee programs are a key pathway for economic immigration across Canada, enabling provinces to select candidates based on regional labour market needs.
Saskatchewan’s approach differs from some provinces that regularly publish draw results, instead providing periodic updates on nomination usage.
Other provinces, including Manitoba, also allocate nominations across priority occupations and sectors, with tools such as the MPNP points calculator reflecting similar selection frameworks.
These programs operate within annual federal allocation limits, which determine how many nominations each province can issue.
Ongoing updates expected
Saskatchewan typically updates SINP nomination figures on a quarterly basis, offering additional data on how allocations are used over time.
Future releases are expected to show further distribution across sectors as remaining nomination spaces are filled.
Additional immigration reporting and provincial updates continue to provide context on how nomination programs are evolving across Canada.