Alberta has delivered its biggest immigration round of the year, issuing a total of 683 new invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency.
Under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP).
With 1,624 nomination spots still available for 2025, the province is strongly positioned to continue attracting skilled professionals across priority sectors.
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) is a provincial program that helps skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and graduates gain permanent residence in Alberta. It targets candidates who can fill labour shortages or start businesses in the province.
The program includes several streams, such as the Alberta Opportunity Stream and the Express Entry Stream, designed to attract workers in priority sectors like healthcare and technology.
AAIP works with the federal government to nominate qualified individuals, supporting Alberta's economic growth and community development.
Alberta conducted three separate draws spanning the Alberta Opportunity Stream (AOS) and the Dedicated Healthcare Pathway between August 7 and August 15, 2025.
| Draw Date | Stream/Pathway | Minimum CRS Score | Invitations Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 12 | Alberta Opportunity Stream (AOS) | 70 | 581 |
| August 11 | Healthcare Pathway – Non-Express Entry | 53 | 39 |
| August 7 | Healthcare Pathway – Express Entry | 56 | 63 |
| Total | — | — | 683 |
With demand rising, Alberta currently has 63,926 EOIs under consideration within different AAIP streams.
The distribution shows that the Alberta Opportunity Stream dominates the pool with over 65% of all submissions.
| Stream/Pathway | EOIs in Pool |
|---|---|
| Alberta Opportunity Stream | 41,301 |
| Healthcare Pathways (Express + Non EE) | 1,689 |
| Rural Renewal Stream | 4,121 |
| Tourism & Hospitality Stream | 6,469 |
| Accelerated Tech Pathway (Express EE) | 3,618 |
| Family Connection/Occupation in Demand | 2,067 |
| Law Enforcement Pathway | 122 |
| Other Priority Sectors/Initiatives | 4,539 |
As of August 15, 2025, Alberta has issued 3,251 nominations from its annual allocation of 4,875, leaving a substantial 1,624 spots open for upcoming draws.
| Stream/Category | 2025 Allocation | Nominations Issued | Spaces Remaining | Applications in Process |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 4,875 | 3,251 | 1,624 | 1,998 |
| Alberta Opportunity Stream | 2,592 | 1,776 | 816 | 708 |
| Rural Renewal Stream | 950 | 584 | 366 | 760 |
| Tourism & Hospitality Stream | 245 | 184 | 61 | 234 |
| Dedicated Healthcare Pathway | 500 | 293 | 207 | 59 |
| Accelerated Tech (Express EE) | 146 | 116 | 30 | 58 |
| Law Enforcement Pathway | 20 | <10 | N/A | <10 |
| Priority Sectors (construction, etc.) | 405 | 278 | 127 | 124 |
| Entrepreneur Streams | 17 | 12 | 5 | 51 |
Alberta's robust immigration strategy is distinguished by:
August 2025 marks a milestone for Alberta's immigration drive, underscoring the province's vision to tackle labour shortages while boosting economic growth.
With record-breaking invitation numbers, competitive scores, and an inclusive structure, Alberta is signalling a clear message: skilled workers, healthcare professionals, and entrepreneurs are welcome.
For those aiming to build a new life in Canada, Alberta continues to be one of the most promising destinations.
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