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Alberta Holds Two New Immigration Draws Opportunities for Skilled Workers in 2025
Alberta Holds Two New Immigration Draws Opportunities for Skilled Workers in 2025
Alberta Holds Two New Immigration Draws Opportunities for Skilled Workers in 2025!
Exciting news for skilled professionals seeking Canadian Permanent Residency!
In May 2025, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) conducted two separate provincial nominee draws, issuing a total of 158 invitations to candidates who meet Alberta's economic and labour market needs.
Overview of May 2025 AAIP Draws:
The AAIP continues to attract skilled workers to support Alberta’s growing economy. Here are the key details of the latest draws:
May 13, 2025 – Alberta Opportunity StreamInvitations Issued:125
Minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score: 76
Stream Focus:Skilled workers currently working in Alberta or with strong ties to the province.
May 15, 2025 – Tourism and Hospitality Stream
Invitations Issued:33
Minimum CRS Score:72
Stream Focus: Workers in Alberta’s tourism and hospitality sector.
What These Draws Mean?
These targeted draws underscore Alberta’s strategic focus on attracting talent in specific sectors.The Alberta Opportunity Stream continues to support the province’s need for general skilled workers, while the Tourism and Hospitality Stream,introduced recently,aims to address workforce shortages in key service industries.
If you are currently working in Alberta or have a valid job offer from an employer in the province,these streams present a promising opportunity for provincial nomination and ultimately,Canadian permanent residency.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for these AAIP streams,candidates must generally meet the following criteria:
For Alberta Opportunity Stream:
Valid full-time job offer from an Alberta employer.
Currently working in an eligible occupation in Alberta.
Minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level.
Relevant post-secondary education and work experience.
For Tourism and Hospitality Stream:
Minimum 6 months of continuous work experience in Alberta's tourism or hospitality sector.
A full-time job offer from an eligible employer in the sector.
Meet education, work experience, and language proficiency requirements.
AAIP 2025 Nomination Allocation Snapshot
Alberta has received 4,875 total nominations for 2025 across all streams.However, competition is high:
Stream | Total Allocations (2025) | Remaining as of May | EOIs in Pool |
|---|---|---|---|
Alberta Opportunity Stream | 2,592 | 1,376 | 37,934 |
Tourism and Hospitality Stream | 245 | 122 | 5,755 |
These numbers highlight the competitive nature of Alberta’s immigration program with over 43,000+ Expressions of Interest (EOIs) in the system and a limited number of nomination spaces, acting quickly is essential.
General Eligibility Criteria for AAIP Streams:
Whether you're applying through the Opportunity Stream or the Tourism and Hospitality Stream, you must meet the following key requirements:
Valid, full-time job offer from an eligible Alberta employer.
At least six months of relevant work experience in Alberta.
Minimum educational qualifications (usually a high school diploma or higher).
Language proficiency in English or French (based on the job NOC level).
Legal status to work in Canada (for in-Canada applicants)
Ready to Start Your Alberta PR Journey?
Whether you’re a skilled worker already in Canada or exploring options from abroad, Alberta’s PNP pathways offer a real chance at securing Canadian permanent residency especially for those aligned with in-demand occupations.
