Saskatchewan has issued 2,628 provincial immigration nominations in 2026, using about 55% of its annual Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program allocation as of June 30, 2026.
The province’s 2026 SINP nomination allocation is 4,761 spaces, the same as its finalized 2025 quota. Saskatchewan has 2,133 nomination spaces remaining for the rest of 2026.
2026 SINP nomination allocation by sector
Saskatchewan has divided its nomination spaces into three broad sector categories:
- Priority sectors: 2,380 spaces
- Capped sectors: 1,190 spaces
- Other sectors: 1,191 spaces
Nominations issued so far:
| Sector | Allotted spots | Nominations issued | Allocation used |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priority sectors | 2,380 | 1,466 | 62% |
| Capped sectors | 1,190 | 718 | 60% |
| Other sectors | 1,191 | 444 | 37% |
Capped sectors are sectors where Saskatchewan limits the number of nominations issued during the year to manage demand and labour market balance. For 2026, these include:
- Accommodation and food services
- Retail trade and other services
- Trucking
By share of the total 2026 allocation, Saskatchewan has set aside:
| Sector | Share of 2026 allocation |
|---|---|
| Priority sectors | 50% |
| Capped sector: Accommodation and food services | 15% |
| Capped sector: Retail trade and other services | 5% |
| Capped sector: Trucking | 5% |
| Other sectors | 25% |
Together, capped sectors account for 25% of Saskatchewan’s total nomination allocation.
Priority sectors for 2026
The Government of Saskatchewan has identified seven priority sectors for 2026:
- Healthcare
- Agriculture
- Skilled trades
- Mining
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Technology
The SINP has reserved 750 priority-sector nomination spaces for graduates of Saskatchewan-based designated learning institutions who are employed in priority occupations.
Saskatchewan says its 50% target for priority sectors may be exceeded if demand supports a larger allocation. If that happens, the share available to other sectors could be reduced. A mid-year review will assess whether the target remains achievable and whether more nomination spaces should be made available elsewhere.
“Other sectors” refers to sectors that are neither priority sectors nor capped sectors.
Upcoming capped-sector intake windows
Saskatchewan has fixed intake periods for capped sectors, with a set number of spaces available for each sector. Spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis until the intake reaches capacity.
The next intake opens on July 6 and July 7, 2026, with staggered windows by sector. Saskatchewan has separated accommodation and food services into two distinct categories for this intake.
| Category | Intake opening | Available spots |
|---|---|---|
| Trucking | July 6, 8:30 a.m. | 25 |
| Retail trade | July 6, 8:30 a.m. | 50 |
| Accommodations | July 6, 12:30 p.m. | 50 |
| Food services | July 7, 12:30 p.m. | 50 |
Saskatchewan is hosting a webinar on July 2 at 11 a.m. to provide more information on these intakes.
At the time of writing, two more intake windows were scheduled before the end of 2026:
- September 14
- November 2
For capped sectors, employers can apply only during designated intake windows and only for workers who have six months or less remaining on their work permit.
Employers of candidates in priority sectors or other sectors are not restricted to specific intake periods and can submit an application at any time.
Source article: www.cicnews.com
