The Government of Saskatchewan has introduced two new talent pathways under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) aimed at expanding the workforce in the agriculture and healthcare sectors.
“By adjusting our immigration program to meet the current demands of the labor market, these new pathways will bring in skilled international workers with specialized industry experience to address the high-demand roles in healthcare and agriculture,” said Immigration and Career Training Minister Jeremy Harrison. “As labor shortages are being experienced nationwide, developing new provincial immigration pathways and simplifying credential recognition will assist Saskatchewan employers in acquiring the workforce needed to support their business growth.”
Agriculture is a key pillar of Saskatchewan’s economy, and the newly established Agriculture Talent Pathway will provide producers access to the skilled labor required to maintain global food supply, boost export value, expand value-added agriculture, and leverage cutting-edge technologies and innovations. This initiative is designed to meet the growing need for skilled workers in the agricultural sector.
“A dynamic and skilled agricultural workforce is vital to strengthening our role in global food security, keeping our producers competitive and profitable, and bolstering our economy,” said Agriculture Minister David Marit. “Labor shortages are limiting growth for our agricultural producers, and by helping them fill critical roles, this new pathway will strengthen the sector and allow them to meet rising global demand.”
The Health Talent Pathway will play a critical role in supporting the Government of Saskatchewan’s Health Human Resources (HHR) action plan, offering an efficient route for recruiting and retaining healthcare professionals. All healthcare-related recruitment through the SINP will now be consolidated into this streamlined pathway.
“The SINP is crucial in enhancing our healthcare system,” remarked Health Minister Everett Hindley. “Simplifying immigration and credential recognition processes for internationally trained healthcare professionals will strengthen our recruitment efforts and improve access to healthcare services for residents of Saskatchewan.”
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