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Alberta selects 425 workers for provincial immigration under AAIP
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program issued 425 invitations to apply for provincial nomination between Oct. 23 and Nov. 2, 2026. The selections target health‑care workers, Rural Renewal Stream candidates and Alberta Opportunity Stream applicants with qualifying job offers.
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At a glance
- What changes
- 425 new invitations to apply for provincial nomination were issued
- Timing
- Selections took place between Oct. 23 and Nov. 2, 2026
- Who is affected
- Health‑care workers, Rural Renewal Stream candidates and Opportunity Stream applicants with job offers
The details
- Announced by
- Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)
- New rule
- Five selection rounds between Oct. 23 and Nov. 2, 2026 resulted in 425 invitations for provincial nomination across three streams.
Selection rounds and invitation volume
The AAIP conducted five rounds of selections from Oct. 23 to Nov. 2, 2026, issuing a total of 425 invitations to apply for provincial nomination. The Oct. 23 round had the lowest volume among Rural Renewal Stream draws for the year.
- 425 invitations were distributed across health‑care, Rural Renewal and Opportunity streams
- Four of the five rounds aligned with Alberta’s 2026 priority areas
Eligibility categories covered
The invitations were directed at three main groups: health‑care workers, candidates eligible for the Rural Renewal Stream, and Alberta Opportunity Stream applicants who hold qualifying job offers. Nominees already in Canada with pending permanent‑residence applications may also qualify for a Bridging Open Work Permit.
- Health‑care workers are a priority target
- Rural Renewal Stream candidates were included in all but the lowest‑volume draw
- Opportunity Stream candidates need a qualifying job offer
Work‑permit implications
Selected candidates can apply to the AAIP for provincial nomination and, if approved, to the federal government for permanent residence. Those already in Canada with a pending PR application may be eligible for a Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP). Non‑Express Entry pathways may access BOWPs earlier under a temporary federal measure effective June 9, 2026.
- Successful provincial nomination leads to a federal PR application
- Eligible nominees can request a Bridging Open Work Permit
What this means for travellers
Trip planning
- Existing travel plans are not altered by the invitation round
- Applicants should monitor AAIP processing times before finalising relocation dates
Cost and documents
- No new fees are introduced by this selection round
- Applicants must provide standard documentation for provincial nomination, such as job offer letters and proof of qualifications
What you need to do
- If an invitation is received, submit the provincial nomination application to AAIP by the deadline indicated in the invitation
- Nominees with pending PR applications should apply for a Bridging Open Work Permit if eligible
Who this affects
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Health‑care workers
They were specifically included in the five selection rounds
What to do Submit a provincial nomination application to AAIP after receiving an invitation
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Rural Renewal Stream candidates
Candidates meeting Rural Renewal criteria were invited during the rounds
What to do Provide required evidence of rural eligibility and job offer when applying
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Alberta Opportunity Stream applicants with job offers
Applicants holding qualifying job offers were part of the invitation pool
What to do Include the job offer details in the nomination application
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Nominees in Canada with pending PR applications
They may qualify for a Bridging Open Work Permit under the new federal measure
What to do Apply for a BOWP if the provincial nomination is approved
Frequently asked questions
How many invitations did Alberta issue in the latest AAIP round?
Alberta issued 425 invitations to apply for provincial nomination between Oct. 23 and Nov. 2, 2026 across health‑care, Rural Renewal and Opportunity streams.
Which groups are eligible for the new invitations?
The invitations target health‑care workers, candidates eligible for the Rural Renewal Stream, and Alberta Opportunity Stream applicants who have qualifying job offers.
Do I need to pay extra fees after receiving an AAIP invitation?
No additional fees are mentioned for this invitation round; applicants must meet the standard provincial nomination documentation requirements.
Can I get a Bridging Open Work Permit after being nominated?
Yes, nominees who are already in Canada and have a pending permanent‑residence application may qualify for a Bridging Open Work Permit, especially under the temporary measure effective June 9, 2026.
What is the deadline to submit my nomination application after receiving an invitation?
The invitation letter will specify the submission deadline; applicants must file their provincial nomination application to AAIP before that date to remain eligible.
