Alberta PNP Invites 1,376 Skilled Workers in September 2025 Draws

Alberta opened September with a surge in immigration activity, issuing over 1,300 invitations through seven draws under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The province focused on candidates with job offers in high-demand industries to fill critical labour shortages.

By mid-September, Alberta had already issued more Invitations to Apply (ITAs) than in any other month of 2025.

Surge in AAIP Invitations as Alberta Targets High-Demand Sectors

Between September 2 and 10, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) issued 1,376 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across multiple streams.

The priority sectors include healthcare, construction, agriculture, and aviation. The biggest draw was held on September 4, when Alberta invited 891 candidates through the Opportunity Stream. This pathway remains the most sought-after in the AAIP, as it consistently receives the largest number of Expressions of Interest from skilled workers.

An Overview of September Draws

Here is the overview of draws conducted between September 2 and 10, including streams, invitations, and cut-off scores:

Alberta Opportunity Stream Leads September Invitations

The Alberta Opportunity Stream once again dominated, reflecting its large annual allocation and ability to serve workers already established in the province.

Healthcare sector jobs had notable activity across both Express Entry and non-Express Entry pathways, reflecting Alberta's urgent drive to recruit professionals in critical roles. The province is prioritising doctors, nurses, and support staff to strengthen its hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.

Focus on Priority Sectors

Earlier this year, Alberta announced that its Express Entry Stream would prioritise invitations for candidates in specific industries. These include:

• Health care (nurses, physicians, and support roles)
• Construction (skilled trades, project supervisors, and engineers)
• Agriculture (farm supervisors, livestock workers, food processing roles)
• Aviation (pilots, air traffic roles, and maintenance staff)
• Technology and law enforcement via designated pathways

The data indicate that candidates with eligible job offers in Alberta have a high likelihood of becoming strong contributors to provincial growth.

Nomination Allocations for 2025

As of September 11, 2025, Alberta released updated figures showing how its annual nomination allocation is being used:

Alberta has 4,875 provincial nomination spaces left for 2025. By September 11, 3,749 nominations had already been issued, leaving 1,126 spaces for the remainder of the year. With nearly 42,000 EOIs in the Opportunity Stream alone, competition remains high.

The largest invitation numbers reflect Alberta's urgent need for workers in both public services and industry.

Alberta continues to face shortages across hospitals, trades, farms, and resource-linked industries. By targeting skilled workers already connected to Alberta employers, the AAIP ensures faster workforce integration.

What does this mean for Skilled Workers?

For international workers hoping to build a career in Alberta, these draws suggest a strong trend toward employer-driven immigration. Candidates with secured offers in healthcare, trades, or agriculture stand the best chance of receiving an invitation. However, the Opportunity Stream also remains viable for those with Alberta work experience in other fields.

Applicants waiting in the EOI pools should prepare documentation in advance, as future rounds will prioritize candidates most responsive to the province's skill gaps.

As an aspiring applicant, you may:

• Always monitor the frequency of AAIP draws closely.
• If possible, secure a valid job offer in priority sectors across Alberta.
• Update profile in the Express Entry system.
• Stay alert to evolving provincial allocation figures.

Alberta's strong commitment to economic growth and population expansion means skilled immigrants who qualify will have growing chances to build successful careers in high-demand industries.

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