What is Saskatchewan Farm Owner and Operator Application?

Saskatchewan Farm Owner and Operator Application is temporary measure to boost local and farm business in Saskatchewan.

This stream is designed to target experienced farm owners and operators who wish to own and operate a farm in Saskatchewan.

It is part of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program. Successful farmers who apply through this program will be nominated for permanent resident status. This program requires a highly individualized application based on the type of farm a person is proposing to launch in Saskatchewan.

Applicants that meet minimum eligibility criteria under the farm category are able to submit their application prior to completing the mandatory exploratory visit, with final approvals requiring the successful completion of the mandatory visit when travel restrictions have been lifted. Please see the Farm Category website for details about this interim measure:

Are you Qualified?

you do not qualify for Nomination Requirements if:

• You do not meet one or more of the requirement(s)
• You or a dependent family member (accompanying you or not) has a serious medical condition.
• You or a dependent family member over the age of 18 (accompanying you or not) has a criminal record.
• You have unresolved custody or child support disputes affecting any member of your family.
• You have intentionally committed misrepresentation or fraud in your application.

Applicants that meet minimum eligibility criteria under the farm category are able to submit their application prior to completing the mandatory exploratory visit, with final approvals requiring the successful completion of the mandatory visit when travel restrictions have been lifted.