Alberta PNP Draws Invite 1,100+ Skilled Workers – Oct 2025 Update
Alberta Holds Four AAIP Draws: Over 1,100 Skilled Workers Invited in Late October 2025
Alberta continues to open its doors to skilled immigrants through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), with four separate draws held between October 23 and 29, 2025. These latest draws saw more than 1,100 candidates invited across various streams, including healthcare, construction, and law enforcement. If you’re considering settling in Alberta, this is a great time to explore your eligibility and get your application in order.
Key Highlights
- Four AAIP draws conducted between October 23–29, 2025
- Over 1,100 immigration candidates received invitations
- Alberta Opportunity Stream issued the most invites (900)
- Specialized pathways included healthcare, law enforcement, and construction
- Remaining nomination spaces for 2025: 1,466
- High EOI backlogs in certain streams indicate ongoing demand
What Happened in the Latest AAIP Draws?
In just under a week, Alberta rolled out four separate draws targeting priority sectors and key occupations. These draws were conducted under various streams within the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program, and together they invited a total of 1,112 candidates.
Here’s how those draws broke down:
| Draw Date | Stream/Pathway | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 23, 2025 | Alberta Opportunity Stream | 60 | 900 |
| October 24, 2025 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway (non-Express Entry) | 42 | 142 |
| October 28, 2025 | Express Entry – Priority Sectors (Construction) | 60 | 60 |
| October 29, 2025 | Express Entry – Law Enforcement Pathway | 46 | Fewer than 10 |
Understanding the Different AAIP Streams
Alberta’s immigration program offers multiple tailored pathways to meet the province’s labour market needs. Here’s a quick breakdown of the streams used in the most recent draws:
1. Alberta Opportunity Stream
This stream is geared towards temporary foreign workers already working full-time in Alberta. To qualify, candidates need a valid job offer from an eligible Alberta employer. Notably, this stream accounted for the lion’s share of invitations during the October 2025 draws, with 900 invites issued in just one day.
2. Dedicated Health Care Pathway (Non-Express Entry)
Designed to support Alberta’s healthcare system, this pathway is for qualified professionals—such as nurses, aides, and technicians—with job offers in eligible health occupations. In this round, 142 individuals were invited with a minimum score of 42.
3. Express Entry – Priority Sectors (Construction)
With Alberta’s booming infrastructure projects, the province is actively recruiting professionals in the construction industry. This stream targets those who have relevant work experience and have listed a construction-related NOC as their primary occupation on their Express Entry profile.
4. Express Entry – Law Enforcement Pathway
Introduced to help local police forces meet recruitment needs, this pathway is tailored for candidates with verified job offers from member organizations of the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police. Though fewer than 10 candidates were invited in this draw, it highlights Alberta’s targeted approach to filling essential roles.
How Many Nomination Spaces Are Left?
Back in January, the AAIP was allocated 4,875 nomination slots by the federal government. But thanks to a boost in September, that total rose to 6,603. As of early November, Alberta has already issued 5,137 nominations, leaving just 1,466 spots to be filled before the year ends.
Nomination Allocations at a Glance
| Stream | 2025 Allocation | Nominations Issued | Remaining | EOIs in Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Opportunity Stream | 3,656 | 2,755 | 901 | 31,149 |
| Rural Renewal Stream | 1,100 | 970 | 130 | 3,311 |
| Tourism & Hospitality Stream | 245 | 228 | 17 | 5,580 |
| Dedicated Health Care Pathways | 585 | 487 | 98 | 1,330 |
| Accelerated Tech Pathway | 309 | 211 | 98 | 2,602 |
| Law Enforcement Pathway | 26 | 17 | Fewer than 10 | 90 |
| Priority Sectors (Construction, Agri, Aviation) | 660 | 447 | 213 | 4,215 |
| Entrepreneur Streams | 22 | 22 | 0 | N/A |
It’s clear from these numbers that demand is high—especially in the Alberta Opportunity Stream, with over 31,000 EOIs currently in the pool. That means competition is fierce, and submitting a strong, complete application is more important than ever.
Final Thoughts: Is Now the Right Time to Apply to the AAIP?
If you’ve been eyeing Alberta as your future home in Canada, there’s no better time to take action. With a wide range of streams and growing nomination allocations, the AAIP continues to offer exciting opportunities for skilled workers across various sectors. Whether you’re in healthcare, construction, law enforcement, or tech, Alberta may have a pathway perfectly aligned with your skills and experience.
That said, given the high number of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) in many streams, it’s crucial to act quickly and ensure your profile stands out.
Ready to explore your options?
Use our AAIP eligibility assessment tool to see if you qualify today. Or, if you’re considering other provinces, check out our Manitoba PNP points calculator to explore more pathways to Canadian permanent residency.
Stay tuned and keep your documents up to date — you never know when the next draw might be your chance!
