Welcome to our comprehensive guide on the excluded list of occupations in Saskatchewan, Canada. As part of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), certain occupations have been excluded from eligibility due to specific labor market conditions and provincial priorities. This list is periodically updated to ensure alignment with the province’s economic needs and growth objectives.
Why an Excluded List?
The excluded list of occupations is a strategic tool designed to balance labor market requirements and maintain a skilled workforce that contributes to Saskatchewan’s economic prosperity. By focusing on specific industries and professions, the province aims to address skill shortages, foster sustainable growth, and provide promising opportunities for both newcomers and existing residents.
List of Occupations Excluded in Saskatchewan
Prospective immigrants and candidates interested in the SINP should carefully review the excluded list to determine their eligibility for nomination. If your occupation is currently excluded, it’s important to note that this status may change over time. Regular updates and reviews ensure that opportunities can emerge as labor market demands evolve.
| NOC | Occupation Title |
|---|---|
| 00010 | Legislators |
| 00011 | Senior government managers and officials |
| 00014 | Senior managers - trade, broadcasting and other services |
| 10019 | Other administrative services managers |
| 11100 | Financial auditors and accountants |
| 11103 | Securities agents, investment dealers and brokers |
| 12104 | Employment insurance and revenue officers |
| 12201 | Insurance adjusters and claims examiners |
| 12203 | Assessors, business valuators and appraisers |
| 13200 | Customs, ship and other brokers |
| 14103 | Court clerks and related court services occupations |
| 21100 | Physicists and astronomers |
| 21102 | Geoscientists and oceanographers |
| 21103 | Meteorologists and climatologists |
| 21109 | Other professional occupations in physical sciences |
| 21111 | Forestry professionals |
| 21201 | Landscape architects |
| 21202 | Urban and land use planners |
| 21332 | Petroleum engineers |
| 21390 | Aerospace engineers |
| 30010 | Managers in healthcare |
| 31100 | Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine |
| 31101 | Specialists in surgery |
| 31102 | General practitioners and family physicians |
| 31110 | Dentists |
| 31111 | Optometrists |
| 31112 | Audiologists and speech-language pathologists |
| 31120 | Pharmacists |
| 31121 | Dietitians and nutritionists |
| 31202 | Physiotherapists |
| 31204 | Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment |
| 31209 | Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating |
| 31300 | Nursing coordinators and supervisors |
| 31301 | Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses |
| 31302 | Nurse practitioners |
| 31303 | Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals |
| 32100 | Opticians |
| 32101 | Licensed practical nurses |
| 32103 | Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists |
| 32109 | Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment |
| 32110 | Denturists |
| 32111 | Dental hygienists and dental therapists |
| 32200 | Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists |
| 32201 | Massage therapists |
| 32209 | Other practitioners of natural healing |
| 40010 | Government managers - health and social policy development and program administration |
| 40011 | Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration |
| 40012 | Government managers - education policy development and program administration |
| 40019 | Other managers in public administration |
| 40021 | School principals and administrators of elementary and secondary education |
| 40040 | Commissioned police officers and related occupations in public protection services |
| 40041 | Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers |
| 40042 | Commissioned officers of the Canadian Armed Forces |
| 41100 | Judges |
| 41101 | Lawyers and Quebec notaries |
| 41201 | Post-secondary teaching and research assistants |
| 41220 | Secondary school teachers |
| 41221 | Elementary school and kindergarten teachers |
| 41301 | Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies |
| 41302 | Religious leaders |
| 41310 | Police investigators and other investigative occupations |
| 41311 | Probation and parole officers |
| 41407 | Program officers unique to the government |
| 42100 | Police officers (except commissioned) |
| 42101 | Firefighters |
| 42102 | Specialized members of the Canadian Armed Forces |
| 42200 | Paralegal and related occupations |
| 42201 | Social and community service workers |
| 42204 | Religion workers |
| 43200 | Sheriffs and bailiffs |
| 43201 | Correctional Service Officers |
| 43202 | By-law enforcement and other regulatory officers |
| 43203 | Border services, customs, and immigration officers |
| 43204 | Operations Members of the Canadian Armed Forces |
| 44200 | Primary combat members of the Canadian Armed Forces |
| 50010 | Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers |
| 50011 | Managers - publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts |
| 50012 | Recreation, sports and fitness program and service directors |
| 51100 | Librarians |
| 51101 | Conservators and curators |
| 51102 | Archivists |
| 51110 | Editors |
| 51111 | Authors and writers (except technical) |
| 51112 | Technical writers |
| 51113 | Journalists |
| 51114 | Translators, terminologists and interpreters |
| 51120 | Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations |
| 51121 | Conductors, composers and arrangers |
| 51122 | Musicians and singers |
| 52100 | Library and public archive technicians |
| 52110 | Film and video camera operators |
| 52111 | Graphic arts technicians |
| 52112 | Broadcast technicians |
| 52113 | Audio and video recording technicians |
| 52114 | Announcers and other broadcasters |
| 52119 | Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing Arts |
| 52120 | Graphic designers and illustrators |
| 52121 | Interior designers and interior decorators |
| 53100 | Registrars, restorers, interpreters and other occupations related to museum and art galleries |
| 53110 | Photographers |
| 53111 | Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators |
| 53120 | Dancers |
| 53121 | Actors, comedians, and circus performers |
| 53122 | Painters, sculptors, and other visual artists |
| 53123 | Theatre, fashion, exhibit, and other creative designers |
| 53124 | Artisans and craftspersons |
| 53125 | Patternmakers - textile, leather, and fur products |
| 53200 | Athletes |
| 53201 | Coaches |
| 53202 | Sports officials and referees |
| 54100 | Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness |
| 55109 | Other performers |
| 62010 | Retail sales supervisors |
| 62020 | Food service supervisors |
| 62023 | Customer and information services supervisors |
| 62201 | Funeral directors and embalmers |
| 63100 | Insurance agents and brokers |
| 63101 | Real estate agents and salespersons |
| 63210 | Hairstylists and barbers |
| 63211 | Estheticians, electrologists and related occupations |
| 63220 | Shoe repairers and shoemakers |
| 64100 | Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers |
| 72022 | Supervisors, printing and related occupations |
| 72102 | Sheet metal workers |
| 72204 | Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers |
| 72205 | Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians |
| 72302 | Gas fitters |
| 72405 | Machine fitters |
| 72406 | Elevator constructors and mechanics |
| 72420 | Oil and solid fuel heating mechanics |
| 72600 | Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors |
| 72602 | Deck officers, water transport |
| 72603 | Engineer officers, water transport |
| 72604 | Railway traffic controllers and marine traffic regulators |
| 73202 | Pest controllers and fumigators |
| 73300 | Transport truck drivers |
| 73301 | Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators |
| 73310 | Railway and yard locomotive engineers |
| 73400 | Heavy equipment operators |
| 73402 | Drillers and blasters - surface mining, quarrying and construction |
| 80022 | Managers in aquaculture |
| 83101 | Oil and gas well drillers, servicers, testers and related workers |
| 83120 | Fishing masters and officers |
| 83121 | Fishermen / women |
| 92013 | Supervisors, plastic and rubber products manufacturing |
| 92015 | Supervisors, textile, fabric, fur and leather products processing and manufacturing |
| 92020 | Supervisors, motor vehicle assembling |
| 92021 | Supervisors, electronics and electrical products manufacturing |
| 92022 | Supervisors, furniture and fixtures manufacturing |
| 92024 | Supervisors, other products manufacturing and assembly |
| 92101 | Water and waste treatment plant operators |
| 93102 | Pulping, papermaking and coating control operators |
Alternative Option for Occupations in Excluded List
If your desired occupation is temporarily excluded, there’s no need to feel discouraged. Our team of SINP experts can assist you in identifying alternative occupations within Saskatchewan’s flourishing sectors. We can guide you through the application process and help you establish your life in Saskatchewan as a Canadian Permanent Resident, along with your family.
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Our goal is to facilitate your journey toward successful immigration to Saskatchewan. Stay informed about changes to the excluded list, explore alternative pathways, and receive expert guidance tailored to your unique situation. Our team is dedicated to helping you make informed decisions that align with your aspirations and the province’s priorities.
Remember, while some occupations are excluded today, opportunities await tomorrow. Discover the diverse and dynamic landscape of opportunities in Saskatchewan, and embark on a promising chapter in your professional and personal journey.
For the latest updates and personalized assistance, contact our dedicated team and embark on your path to Saskatchewan with confidence. You can connect with us at
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