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Welcome to Alberta

Alberta, a jewel in Western Canada, is not only a thriving province rich in resources but also a beacon of natural beauty. The province boasts two major cities, Calgary and Edmonton, and stands proud as the most densely populated among the three & Prairie provinces& Its renowned landscapes in the form of iconic national parks like Banff and Jasper place it among the most picturesque locations in North America.
Alberta proudly introduces its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), formerly recognized as the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program. This initiative allows potential immigrants, equipped with the essential skills and experience sought by the province, to acquire an Alberta Provincial Nomination Certificate.

Alberta Immigration Streams

 

For those aspiring to make Alberta their new home, there are currently eight distinct streams to explore. This page aims to guide you in determining the immigration stream that aligns with your circumstances.

Summary of AAIP Options

 

Category

Is a job required?

Is the stream aligned with Express Entry?

Is it currently receiving applications?

Connection to province

Alberta Opportunity Stream

Yes

No

Yes

Have work experience in the province

Alberta Express Entry Stream

No

Yes

Yes

Have work experience in the province

OR

Have a parent, child, brother or sister who is a permanent resident or Canadian citizen of Alberta

Accelerated Tech Pathway

Yes

Yes

Yes

Work full-time in Alberta or having a job offer for full-time work in Alberta

Rural Renewal Stream

Yes

No

Yes

Must intend to and be able to reside and work in the designated community in Alberta

Farm Stream

No

No

Yes

N/A

Graduate Entrepreneur Stream

No

No

Yes

Completed education in Alberta

Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Stream

No

No

Yes

N/A

Rural Entrepreneur Stream

No

No

Yes

Must have a community support letter from a participating rural Alberta community

Streams for Workers:

  • Alberta Opportunity Stream: Tailored for adept workers already employed in Alberta in a qualifying occupation.
  • Alberta General Express Entry Stream: Designed for candidates integrated into the Express Entry (EE) system, boasting a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score minimum of 300, and currently engaged in a qualifying occupation.
  • Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway: A subset of the Express Entry stream, it welcomes those engaged in Alberta’s burgeoning tech sector or those with job offers from the said industry, spanning 38 occupations identified by Alberta.
  • Rural Renewal Stream: For candidates fortified with a job offer from an employer based in rural Alberta.
Streams for Entrepreneurs:
  • Farm Stream: An avenue for individuals keen on spearheading a farming enterprise in Alberta.
  • Graduate Entrepreneur Stream: Tailored for global graduates from designated Alberta-based higher education institutions, enthusiastic about kick-starting a business in the province.
  • Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Stream: Designed for global scholars who have graduated outside Canada and are passionate about setting up a business in Alberta.
  • Rural Entrepreneur Stream: For visionary entrepreneurs looking to initiate or acquire a business in a rural setting within Alberta.
A beautiful view of the Peace Bridge over the river captured in Calgary, Canada

Detailed Look into the Streams

  • Alberta Opportunity Stream: An avenue for international students who culminated their academic journey in Alberta and foreign nationals currently employed in the province to vie for a provincial nomination.
  • Alberta Express Entry Stream: This stream empowers Alberta to nominate individuals already registered in the federal Express Entry system. Those showcasing tangible ties to Alberta and possessing skills that bolster the province’s economic trajectory might receive an invitation to apply. Receiving a provincial nomination from Alberta bestows an additional 600 CRS points upon the candidate, virtually assuring them an invitation in the forthcoming Express Entry draw.
  • Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway: A rapid immigration route tailored for tech mavens with a profile in the federal Express Entry system who also meet the prerequisites of the Alberta Express Entry Stream. Candidates believing, they fulfill the eligibility criteria are urged to fill an online form via the AAIP portal. Post verifying the candidate’s credentials, the AAIP may extend an invitation to the individual to apply for a provincial nomination.
  • Rural Renewal Stream: Specifically for candidates with employment offers from employers in Alberta’s rural territories.
  • Farm Stream: A unique pathway for those eager to embark on or purchase a farming venture in Alberta.
  • Graduate Entrepreneur Stream: A golden opportunity for global students graduating from Alberta’s approved tertiary institutions, aiming to establish or oversee a business venture in the province.
  • Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Stream: A pathway for international graduates educated outside Canada, fostering ambitions to launch a start-up in Alberta and attain permanent residency in Canada.
  • Rural Entrepreneur Stream: An initiative for individuals with a vision to inaugurate a business enterprise in Alberta’s rural locales.