Provincial Programs

Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) — Entrepreneur

BEP-ready SINP business plans with CPA-built financials, Saskatchewan market validation, and performance milestones for nomination.

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) offers a dedicated Entrepreneur Category for international investors and business owners who want to establish, acquire, or partner in a business in Saskatchewan. This pathway leads to permanent residence for applicants who contribute to economic growth and create local jobs.

Official Government page:
👉 Entrepreneur Category — Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program

Program Overview

The SINP Entrepreneur Category enables experienced business owners and senior managers to immigrate by investing in and actively managing a Saskatchewan business. Candidates typically receive a work permit to operate the business first. After meeting performance terms, they may be nominated for permanent residence.

The program has three phases:

  1. Expression of Interest (EOI) submission
  2. Invitation to Apply (ITA) and Business Establishment Plan (BEP) approval
  3. Operation period and nomination for permanent residence

Eligibility Requirements

  • Minimum net worth of CAD 500,000 verified by an approved third-party accounting firm
  • Eligible business investment of at least CAD 300,000 in Regina/Saskatoon, or CAD 200,000 in other communities
  • At least 3 years of relevant business management or ownership experience in the past 10 years
  • Own at least 33% of the business (unless investing > CAD 1,000,000)
  • Create or maintain at least two full-time jobs for Canadians/PRs
  • Submit a detailed Business Establishment Plan (BEP) demonstrating viability and provincial benefit

Eligibility reference:
👉 Entrepreneur Eligibility Criteria — Government of Saskatchewan

What Provincial Officers Look For

  1. Investment credibility — legitimate source and appropriate use of funds
  2. Job creation — minimum two full-time equivalent roles for local residents
  3. Economic contribution — alignment with priorities (agriculture, tech, manufacturing, regional growth)
  4. Business viability — market research, operations plan, defensible financials
  5. Active management — applicant will reside in Saskatchewan and run day-to-day operations
  6. Community benefit — supply chain links, regional employment, or innovation
  7. Adaptability — experience and education matched to the concept

The BEP must be specific, measurable, and achievable within 24 months of arrival, as it forms the basis of your Performance Agreement.

Why a Strong Business Plan (BEP) Is Essential

Your BEP underpins both selection and performance monitoring. A strong plan includes:

  • Clear concept & structure (ownership, location, products/services)
  • Market analysis using Saskatchewan data and trends
  • Staffing & hiring plan proving local job creation
  • Timeline of key milestones (registration, licensing, launch, hiring, growth)
  • 3–5 year financial projections (P&L, cash flow, capex) with assumptions
  • Risk, exit, and contingency strategies

A compelling BEP improves your EOI score and officer confidence at assessment and interview.

The Role of The Biz Plans

At The Biz Plans, we craft SINP-ready BEPs based on how you will actually operate. Our models and assumptions are built with CPA-level rigor and tailored to Saskatchewan markets.

Led by Atul Jagga, CPA (Ontario), RCIC-IRB, MBA (Finance, UBC) — 5+ years with a leading immigration law firm, 10+ years in corporate finance (incl. advisory with RBC & BMO), and 10+ years as fractional CFO. Author of the Business Plan Essentials series.

  • Saskatchewan-focused market sizing and competitive scans
  • 3–5 year financials with defendable assumptions & sensitivity checks
  • Hiring & wage plans aligned to cash flow and local labour data
  • Milestone schedules mapped to the 24-month performance window
  • Evidence checklist to support counsel submissions

How to Apply for the SINP Entrepreneur Category

  1. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI).
    👉 SINP Entrepreneur — Submit EOI
  2. Await an Invitation to Apply (ITA) if your score meets the draw threshold.
  3. Prepare your Business Establishment Plan (BEP) and upload supporting documents.
  4. Attend an interview if requested by SINP.
  5. Sign a Performance Agreement with Saskatchewan.
  6. Apply for a work permit and move to Saskatchewan to establish operations.
  7. After meeting performance terms, apply for provincial nomination and then PR via IRCC.

Guide:
👉 Entrepreneur Program Application Process — Government of Saskatchewan

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