Dear future neighbour,
Alberta continues its strong pace in immigration nominations. Between October 1 and October 7, 2025, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) held three provincial draws, inviting 1,324 candidates across various streams — including Alberta Opportunity Stream, Accelerated Tech Pathway, and Priority Sectors.
See below details of the October 2025 Alberta PNP draws
| Date | Stream / Pathway | Invitations | Minimum Score |
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| October 1, 2025 | Alberta Opportunity Stream (AOS) | 1,003 | 61 |
| October 3, 2025 | Accelerated Tech Pathway (Express Entry) | 230 | 52 |
| October 7, 2025 | Priority Sectors – Construction (Express Entry) | 91 | 60 |
What These Draws Tell Us
1. Alberta is prioritizing local workers
The AOS draw was the largest, with over 1,000 invitations — confirming Alberta’s strategy of helping temporary foreign workers already contributing to the provincial economy transition to permanent residency.
2. Tech talent remains in high demand
The Accelerated Tech Pathway continues to draw strong interest. With a low cut-off score of 52, Alberta is making it easier for tech professionals connected to Alberta’s growing innovation sector to secure nominations.
3. Construction and trades workers are a focus
The Priority Sectors – Construction draw invited 91 candidates, underlining the province’s need for skilled tradespeople as Alberta’s infrastructure and housing projects expand.
Key Takeaways for Candidates
If you’re planning to apply through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), here’s what you should know:
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Stay active in the Express Entry pool. Candidates with Alberta ties or job offers in in-demand occupations have better chances of selection.
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Ensure your profile reflects Alberta’s priority sectors. Health care, tech, agriculture, and construction remain major focus areas.
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Working in Alberta helps. Candidates already employed in the province often have a faster route to nomination through the Alberta Opportunity Stream.
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Monitor draws regularly. Alberta’s draws are frequent and often sector-specific — staying updated improves your readiness to apply.
Why Alberta Remains a Top Choice for Immigrants
Alberta offers a unique blend of economic opportunity, affordable living, and pathways to permanent residency. With a robust 2025 immigration plan and thousands of nominations still available, Alberta continues to welcome skilled newcomers who can fill labour gaps and support the province’s growth.
As of October 10, 2025, the AAIP had issued a total of 4,228 nominations from its 6,403 annual allocation, with 2,175 spots remaining for the rest of the year.
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