Posted on: 07-06-05 16:48:35
CANADA AND SASKATCHEWAN SIGN NEW IMMIGRATION AGREEMENT
OTTAWA, June 1, 2005 — The Honourable Joe Volpe, Canada’s Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, and the Honourable Pat Atkinson, Saskatchewan Minister Responsible for Immigration, today announced the signature of a new Canada-Saskatchewan Immigration Agreement. The Agreement replaces the original Canada-Saskatchewan Agreement, signed on March 16, 1998.
"Effective immigration is about close partnerships—not only between the federal government and the provinces or territories, but also with communities and stakeholders. The Canada-Saskatchewan Immigration Agreement is an excellent example of a partnership that works," said Minister Volpe.
The Agreement defines the respective roles and responsibilities of Canada and the Province of Saskatchewan related to immigrants, temporary workers, students and others who want to come to Saskatchewan under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. It incorporates the Agreement on Provincial Nominees, signed in 2002, which allows Saskatchewan to identify and nominate immigrant applicants through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP).
"Continuing to expand the population, labour force, culture and economy of Saskatchewan through immigration is a priority of the Government of Saskatchewan," Minister Atkinson said. "This new and enhanced agreement is the latest demonstration of our commitment to make Saskatchewan a destination of choice for immigrants from around the world."
The Agreement removes the nominations cap from the SINP, providing Saskatchewan with greater flexibility in operating its immigration program and enabling the province to attract more skilled workers, business people and farmers to meet its specific labour market and economic needs. It provides a framework for the governments of Canada and Saskatchewan to establish new initiatives and projects, such as agreements on foreign student employment and Enhanced Language Training. The Agreement also includes new provisions that reflect Saskatchewan’s interest in enhancing the vitality of its French-language minority communities. It continues to acknowledge the importance of family reunification and a shared commitment to the humanitarian considerations for refugees.
"The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to renew our partnership with the federal government and local communities as we strive, together, to attract more immigrants to our province and enhance our settlement and integration services," Minister Atkinson said. "From its creation one hundred years ago, Saskatchewan has always been enriched by the cultures of people the world over. By creating a province that’s welcoming and supportive of newcomers, we help ensure a prosperous, dynamic future for all Saskatchewan people."
Dear Anand 16,
Does this place Saskatchewan require any different formalities or one can explore the place after landing at Toronto.
How are the weather conditions, and what job prospects are as compared to TO, if ellaborated here can be of big help to many new prospects.
thanks and regards,
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ashbamor
The Population of Saskatchewan is 1 million compared to Toronto (5 million) and Ontario ( 12 million) .
So do your maths and calculate the lack of oppurtunities ?
It is a big farming and mining Province.
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You know you are a desi when ........ You spew forth the virtues of India, but don't want to live there...............You've never had a tanning salon membership
Dear Loser,
Thanks for the info......
I am niether a farmer nor a mining man.
I have sales administration as my expertise, do you think there could be some corporates which can provide an opening to persons like me......
regards,
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ashbamor
Quote:I am curious why you are considering the SK PNP instead of the Govt. of Canada Federal immigration program.
Orginally posted by ashbamor
I am niether a farmer nor a mining man.
I have sales administration as my expertise, do you think there could be some corporates which can provide an opening to persons like me......
With most PNPs, if not all, you are required to land and settle only in the province which nominated you.
In your case, you would be required to settle only in SK if you go that route.
Unless you have solid reasons (family and confirmed job) to be in SK, why limit yourself?
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"Mah deah, there is much more money to be made in the destruction of civilization than in building it up."
-- Rhett Butler in "Gone with the Wind"
I guess the only things you will be marketing will be fertilizer and pick axes to the farmers and Miners.
Quote:
Orginally posted by ashbamor
Dear Loser,
Thanks for the info......
I am niether a farmer nor a mining man.
I have sales administration as my expertise, do you think there could be some corporates which can provide an opening to persons like me......
regards,
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You know you are a desi when ........ You spew forth the virtues of India, but don't want to live there...............You've never had a tanning salon membership
Houses are cheap in small localities there. You can survive on very low income.
Maybe you can bookmark it for retirement.
