Alberta Invites Over 1,100 Candidates in Four Provincial Immigration Draws

Alberta conducted four major provincial immigration draws between October 23 and October 29 through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). Together, these draws invited more than 1,100 candidates across various streams and pathways.

These draws focused on key labour market needs in the province, including construction, law enforcement, and health care.

Summary of AAIP Draws (October 23–29)

Alberta released the following draw results:

Understanding the Streams

Alberta Opportunity Stream
This stream issued the largest number of invitations in this round (900). It is meant for temporary foreign workers who are working full-time in Alberta and have a qualifying full-time job offer from an eligible employer.

Dedicated Health Care Pathway
This pathway supports employers in filling health care roles. It targets applicants with job offers in eligible health care occupations.

Alberta Express Entry Stream – Law Enforcement Pathway
This pathway is designed for Express Entry candidates who have job offers from police services belonging to the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police. It was created to support law enforcement recruitment needs in the province.

Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Construction)
This stream focuses on construction-related occupations. It targets Express Entry candidates who listed a construction occupation as their primary occupation and may also have a job offer in Alberta.

Provincial Nomination Updates

The AAIP received 4,875 nomination spaces at the beginning of 2025. In September, Alberta was granted an additional increase, bringing the total nomination allocation to 6,603.

These nomination spaces have been distributed across multiple streams to support Alberta’s labour needs.

As of November 5, Alberta has issued 5,137 nominations, leaving 1,466 remaining for the year.

2025 AAIP Nomination Breakdown

These latest draws show Alberta’s ongoing effort to attract skilled workers in critical sectors, support employer needs, and manage growing labour demands across the province.