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Life in Saskatchewan, Canada
Saskatchewan offers more than a career – it offers a high quality of life.
- Known for its hospitality and friendliness, life in Saskatchewan is also something you can afford!
- In April 2025 the price of an average house (~2000 sq. feet) in Saskatchewan was £197,000
- Our average commute to work is only 20 minutes!
- Saskatchewan is 2.7 times the size of the United Kingdom with less than half the population
- Home to roughly 100,000 beautiful fresh water lakes with big sandy beaches
- 1/2 of our provincial land mass is covered by forest, 1/3 is farmland and 1/8 is freshwater
- We are known as the sunniest province in Canada, with nearly 2,400 sunny hours per year
Life in Saskatchewan, Canada
Saskatchewan offers more than a career – it offers a high quality of life.
- Known for its hospitality and friendliness, life in Saskatchewan is also something you can afford!
- In April 2025 the price of an average house (~2000 sq. feet) in Saskatchewan was £197,000
- Our average commute to work is only 20 minutes!
- Saskatchewan is 2.7 times the size of the United Kingdom with less than half the population
- Home to roughly 100,000 beautiful fresh water lakes with big sandy beaches
- 1/2 of our provincial land mass is covered by forest, 1/3 is farmland and 1/8 is freshwater
- We are known as the sunniest province in Canada, with nearly 2,400 sunny hours per year
Life in Saskatchewan, Canada
Saskatchewan offers more than a career – it offers a high quality of life.
- Known for its hospitality and friendliness, life in Saskatchewan is also something you can afford!
- In April 2025 the price of an average house (~2000 sq. feet) in Saskatchewan was £197,000
- Our average commute to work is only 20 minutes!
- Saskatchewan is 2.7 times the size of the United Kingdom with less than half the population
- Home to roughly 100,000 beautiful fresh water lakes with big sandy beaches
- 1/2 of our provincial land mass is covered by forest, 1/3 is farmland and 1/8 is freshwater
- We are known as the sunniest province in Canada, with nearly 2,400 sunny hours per year
Small Town feel
the living skies
Licensure
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) regulates and licenses all physicians practicing in Saskatchewan.
Specialists
Family Medicine
In Saskatchewan, we rely on the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada to determine if a specialist’s training completed outside of Canada is recognized in Canada. There are a number of different types of licenses available for specialists. The path to licensure will depend on your qualifications and the type of practice you wish to pursue. Learn more about the three main pathways to practice as a specialist in Saskatchewan here.
The Certification in the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP) without examination may be granted to physicians who graduated from an accredited postgraduate training program in family medicine in a CFPC recognized jurisdictions. Recognized jurisdictions include Australia, Ireland, United Kingdom and United States of America. Learn more about the pathways for internationally trained family physicians to qualify for a license here.
Specialists
In Saskatchewan, we rely on the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada to determine if a specialist’s training completed outside of Canada is recognized in Canada. There are a number of different types of licenses available for specialists. The path to licensure will depend on your qualifications and the type of practice you wish to pursue. Learn more about the three main pathways to practice as a specialist in Saskatchewan here.
Family Medicine
The Certification in the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP) without examination may be granted to physicians who graduated from an accredited postgraduate training program in family medicine in a CFPC recognized jurisdictions. Recognized jurisdictions include Australia, Ireland, United Kingdom and United States of America. Learn more about the pathways for internationally trained family physicians to qualify for a license here.
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Incentives
Recruitment and relocation assistance may be available, including incentives of up to $200,000 over five years for certain specialties and Family Physicians.
In addition, some of the benefits offered by the Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) include:
Retention Fund: Provides financial rewards to physicians who practice in the province for extended periods of time.
Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Reimbursement Fund: Rebates Saskatchewan physicians the fees associated with medical malpractice insurance
premiums.
Specialist Recruitment Incentive: Grant of C$30,000 to eligible specialists who establish a practice in Saskatchewan and remain for 36 months in that community.
Continuous Learning Support
Advance your career with financial coverage for your continued education. The SMA provides physicians with up to C$3,500 annually for conferences, learning materials, and courses associated with the Continued Medical Education Program.
Teaching
As the only medical school in Saskatchewan, the College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan serves the province by producing outstanding clinical practitioners, generating new knowledge, and facilitating improved patient outcomes. As a specialist or family physician in Saskatchewan you will have an opportunity and are encouraged to be involved in teaching our future physicians.
Paid Parental Leave
Receive up to C$2,000 per week, for up to 20 weeks, provided by the SMA during your parental leave. Take the time for what matters most.
Universal Healthcare
In Saskatchewan, our publicly funded, single-payer healthcare system eliminates the complexities of dealing with private insurers. With no direct cost to you, you can experience simplified billing and focus on patient-driven care.
Malpractice Insurance
Peace of mind comes standard in Saskatchewan. With our low litigation rates, your focus can stay on what really matters – providing exceptional care. An added bonus is the Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) subsidizes the fees associated with medical malpractice insurance premiums so you pay no more than C$1,000 per year.
Contact us
The Saskatchewan Healthcare Recruitment Agency is here to help answer any questions you may have about living and working in Saskatchewan.
Phone: (306) 933-5000
Toll Free: 1 (888) 415-3627
Email: info@saskhealthrecruitment.ca
Our office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed on statutory holidays.