Dear future neighbour,
On July 25, 2025, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) invited 39 candidates under the Express Entry – Priority Sectors Stream, specifically targeting professionals in the construction sector. The cut off-score for this draw was 66.
What Happened in July? A Busy Month for Alberta Immigration
The July 25 draw capped off a very active month for Alberta’s PNP. Between July 3 and July 25, the province held eight different draws, inviting a total of 443 candidates across a variety of sectors.
Here’s a quick breakdown of some key draws:
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Healthcare Stream (July 3 & 9): Focused on both Express Entry and non-Express Entry candidates with scores as low as 53.
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Agriculture and Aviation Sectors (July 4 & 8): Invited candidates with CRS scores in the 50s and 60s.
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Law Enforcement (July 16): Very selective, inviting less than 10 candidates with scores as low as 49.
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Alberta Opportunity Stream (July 11): The largest single draw of the month, issuing 269 invitations to candidates already working in Alberta.
Alberta’s 2025 Nomination Status
As at August 1, 2025, Alberta has issued 3,134 nominations out of its annual cap of 4,875, leaving over 1,741 nomination slots still available before the year ends.
Here’s how the remaining allocations look:
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Alberta Opportunity Stream: 984 nominations still open
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Healthcare Pathways: 249 remaining
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Priority Sectors (including Construction, Tech, Agriculture): 161 remaining
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Law Enforcement: Fewer than 15 still to be issued
Thousands of candidates remain in the queue, but the low CRS thresholds and targeted sector draws mean there are still good chances for eligible candidates to get invited.
Why This Draw Matters
This draw is important for several reasons:
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Low CRS Score: A minimum score of 66 shows Alberta is prioritizing job relevance and in-demand skills over high CRS scores.
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Sector-Based Targeting: Alberta is clearly focusing on industries with shortages especially construction, healthcare, aviation, and agriculture.
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Regular Invitations: With eight draws in July alone, Alberta is proving to be one of the most active provinces for immigration.
The July 25 draw is another example of Alberta’s practical and flexible approach to immigration. With many nomination slots still available, candidates in in-demand sectors especially those already in Canada or with Canadian job offers have a strong chance of getting invited.
If you’re planning to move to Canada through the PNP route, Alberta may be one of your best options in 2025.
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