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June 27, 2025

Canada issues 3,000 invitations to CEC candidates in recent Express Entry draw

Dear future neighbour,

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has invited 3,000 candidates to apply for permanent residency under the Express Entry system.

Earlier this year, from February through early June, IRCC primarily focused on inviting applicants through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), along with a few targeted draws for specific occupations. These rounds were generally smaller than the one seen in this latest CEC draw.

See below details of the latest Express Entry Draw

Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Date of Draw: June 26, 2025
Number of ITAs Issued: 3,000
CRS Score Cut-Off: 521
Tie-breaking rule: November 21, 2024

Summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Date	Draw Type	Number of ITAs	Cut-off CRS score
June 26	Canadian Experience Class	3,000	521
June 23	Provincial Nominee Program	503	742
June 12	Canadian Experience Class	3,000	529
June 10	Provincial Nominee Program	125	784
June 4	Healthcare and social services	500	504
June 2	Provincial Nominee Program	277	726
May 13	Canadian Experience Class	500	547
May 12	Provincial Nominee Program	511	706
May 2	Healthcare and social services	500	510
May 1	Education	1,000	479
April 28	Provincial Nominee Program	421	727
April 14	Provincial Nominee Program	825	764
March 21	French language proficiency	7,500	379
March 17	Provincial Nominee Program	536	736
March 6	French language proficiency	4,500	410
March 3	Provincial Nominee Program	725	667
February 19	French language proficiency	6,500	428
February 17	Provincial Nominee Program	646	750
February 5	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	521
February 4	Provincial Nominee Program	455	802
January 23	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	527
January 8	Canadian Experience Class	1,350	542
January 7	Provincial Nominee Program	471	793

Qualifying for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is one of the three main immigration streams under Canada’s Express Entry system, alongside the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).

This program is tailored for individuals who have gained skilled work experience within Canada and are seeking a pathway to permanent residency. It’s especially popular among international graduates and temporary foreign workers aiming to make Canada their long-term home.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Canadian Work Experience
Applicants must have completed at least one year of skilled work in Canada within the last three years.
This can be either full-time employment or an equivalent amount of part-time work. The job must fall under NOC TEER categories 0, 1, 2, or 3.

2. Language Requirements
A minimum CLB score of:

7 for TEER 0 or 1 occupations
5 for TEER 2 or 3 roles
is required in either English or French.
Achieving higher language scores such as CLB 9 or above can give your application a stronger CRS score in the Express Entry pool.

3. Admissibility
Candidates must be legally eligible to enter Canada. This includes meeting the medical and criminal background requirements.

4. Express Entry Profile
To be considered, individuals must create a profile in the Express Entry system. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) evaluates each candidate based on factors such as:

Age
Education
Language ability
Work experience

Unlike some other Express Entry streams, CEC applicants are not required to show proof of settlement funds, which makes this route more accessible to those already residing and working in Canada.

Boosting Your Chances

Holding a Canadian post-secondary qualification or gaining additional work experience can help increase your CRS score, improving your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.

Need help with your Canadian immigration process?

Whether you’re applying for a visitor visa, submitting a work permit or visa application, creating an Expression of Interest (EOI), setting up an Express Entry or Provincial Nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an Invitation to Apply, or simply want a professional review of your self-prepared application, we’re here to assist you.

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June 24, 2025

Canada invites 503 Candidates in latest Express Entry PNP Draw

By EUIC Admin Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

Canada has invited 503 skilled workers to apply for permanent residency through its Express Entry system, in a draw held on June 23, 2025. This draw focused on candidates who had received a provincial nomination, meaning they were selected by a Canadian province or territory to help fill local job needs.

See below key details of the Draw:

Date: June 23, 2025
Category: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
Invitations Issued: 503
Minimum CRS Score Required: 742
Profile Deadline: Submitted before May 30, 2025

The high CRS score (742) reflects the extra 600 points given to candidates who receive a provincial nomination. This boost often guarantees an invitation to apply for permanent residence.

See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Date	Draw Type	Number of ITAs	Cut-off CRS score
June 23	Provincial Nominee Program	503	742
June 12	Canadian Experience Class	3,000	529
June 10	Provincial Nominee Program	125	784
June 4	Healthcare and social services	500	504
June 2	Provincial Nominee Program	277	726
May 13	Canadian Experience Class	500	547
May 12	Provincial Nominee Program	511	706
May 2	Healthcare and social services	500	510
May 1	Education	1,000	479
April 28	Provincial Nominee Program	421	727
April 14	Provincial Nominee Program	825	764
March 21	French language proficiency	7,500	379
March 17	Provincial Nominee Program	536	736
March 6	French language proficiency	4,500	410
March 3	Provincial Nominee Program	725	667
February 19	French language proficiency	6,500	428
February 17	Provincial Nominee Program	646	750
February 5	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	521
February 4	Provincial Nominee Program	455	802
January 23	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	527
January 8	Canadian Experience Class	1,350	542
January 7	Provincial Nominee Program	471	793

So far, IRCC has granted a total of 38,845 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system in 2025.

Recent PNP Draws in June 2025

So far in June, Canada has held three PNP-only draws:

Date	Invitations	CRS Cut-Off
June 2, 2025	277	726
June 10, 2025	125	784
June 23, 2025	503	742

This trend shows that PNP draws are currently a major part of Canada’s immigration plan.

The June 23 draw highlights how important the PNP route is for skilled workers hoping to move to Canada. If you’re in the Express Entry pool and haven’t yet explored provincial options, now is a great time to do so.

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June 24, 2025

New Brunswick Holds Four PNP Draws in June

By EUIC Admin Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

On June 16 and 17, New Brunswick held four draws under its Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP), inviting 608 candidates through two immigration streams and four different pathways.

June had the highest number of draws so far in 2025. So far this year, New Brunswick has invited 2,015 candidates through its PNP.

See below details of latest NBPNP Draw

Skilled Worker Stream

Date of draw	Pathway	Number of invitations issued	Occupational categories selected
June 16, 2025	New Brunswick Experience	25	– Healthcare. – Education and social & community services. – Construction trades.
June 16 & 17, 2025	New Brunswick Graduates	274	All sectors
June 17, 2025	New Brunswick Priority Occupations	12	Healthcare

Date of draw

Pathway

Number of invitations issued

Occupational categories selected

June 16, 2025

New Brunswick Experience

– Healthcare.

– Education and social & community services.

– Construction trades.

June 16 & 17, 2025

New Brunswick Graduates

274

All sectors

June 17, 2025

New Brunswick Priority Occupations

Healthcare

June 16 – New Brunswick Experience

Candidates needed a valid work permit expiring in 2025 or in January or February 2026.
Material Handlers (NOC 75101) were not included.

June 16 & 17 – New Brunswick Graduates

Work permits also had to expire in 2025, or in early 2026.
Chefs (NOC 62022) and Material Handlers (NOC 75101) were excluded.

June 17 – New Brunswick Priority Occupations

No specific criteria or job exclusions were published for this draw.

The Skilled Worker Stream in New Brunswick includes:

New Brunswick Experience
New Brunswick Graduates
New Brunswick Priority Occupations

At this time, New Brunswick is not accepting new Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for the Priority Occupations pathway. It is only processing EOIs already submitted.

Express Entry Stream

Date of draw	Pathway	Number of invitations issued	Occupational categories selected
June 16, 2025	Employment in New Brunswick	297	All sectors

The June 16 draw was only for people who have worked full-time in New Brunswick for at least one year. Chefs were not invited.

The New Brunswick Express Entry stream has two pathways:

Employment in New Brunswick
New Brunswick Interests

Right now, New Brunswick is not selecting EOIs with jobs or job offers in certain occupations. These EOIs stay active for 1 year. A list of excluded jobs and NOC codes is provided below:

Excluded occupations under the priority occupations pathway

Accounting technicians and bookkeepers (NOC 12200)
Administrative assistants (NOC 13110)
Bakers (NOC 63202)
Bartenders (NOC 64301)
Cooks (NOC 63200)
Fish and seafood plant workers (NOC 94142)
Food and beverage servers (NOC 65200)
Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers, and related occupations (NOC 65201)
Food service supervisors (NOC 62020)
Hotel front desk clerks (NOC 64314)
Labourers in fish and seafood (NOC 95107)
Labourers in food and beverage processing (NOC 95106)
Other customer representatives (NOC 64409)
Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030)
Retail and wholesale trade managers (NOC 60020)
Retail sales supervisors (NOC 62010)
Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers (NOC 64100)
Shippers and receivers (NOC 14400)

Excluded occupations under the Express Entry Stream

Accounting technicians and bookkeepers (NOC 12200)
Administrative assistants (NOC 13110)
Bakers (NOC 63202)
Cooks (NOC 63200)
Food service supervisors (NOC 62020)
Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030)
Retail and wholesale trade managers (NOC 60020)
Retail sales supervisors (NOC 62010)

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June 23, 2025

Prince Edward Island invites 52 Candidates in latest PEI PNP Draw

By EUIC Admin Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

Prince Edward Island continued its steady pace of immigration nominations with its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on June 19, 2025, inviting 52 skilled workers through its Labour Impact, Express Entry and Work Permit streams.

This was the sixth draw of the year and happened during a time when PEI is allowing fewer immigrants and focusing more on workers needed in key job sectors.

See below details of latest PEI PNP draw

Draw categories	Number of invitations issued
Labour Impact/Express Entry	51
Work Permit Entrepreneur	1

Focused Selection Strategy in 2025

PEI’s immigration strategy in 2025 reflects a shift toward labour-market-driven selection, targeting workers in critical sectors such as:

Healthcare
Construction
Manufacturing
Information Technology
Childcare and early childhood education

Due to a federally mandated reduction in nomination allocations, PEI has narrowed its focus this year, issuing invitations only to applicants with job offers in occupations facing genuine shortages. Sales, general service, and low-skilled positions are no longer being considered for nomination.

Business Impact Category: Work Permit Stream

In its June 19 draw, PEI issued one invitation under the Work Permit Stream, which targets entrepreneurs looking to invest in and manage a business in the province.

To qualify, candidates must:

Have a net worth of at least $600,000
Meet CLB 4 language requirements
Possess business ownership or senior management experience
Hold at least a high school diploma
Be 21–59 years old at the time of application
Commit to living in PEI and actively managing a local business

Applicants arrive on a work permit and must operate the business for at least one year before becoming eligible for nomination. Selection is based on a points system with a maximum score of 210.

How to Qualify for Provincial Immigration to Prince Edward Island

To be considered for immigration through the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP), prospective applicants must first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI), specifying the stream they wish to be assessed under.

Once submitted, the province evaluates candidates based on a combination of the following factors:

Language ability in English or French
Educational background, including level, field of study, and where the education was completed
Work experience and occupational skills
Alignment with PEI’s current labour market priorities
Employment-related criteria, such as a valid job offer from a PEI employer or prior Canadian work experience

After creating an EOI profile, candidates are placed in a pool and assigned a ranking score relative to others.

Top-ranked individuals may be invited to apply for a provincial nomination, bringing them one step closer to permanent residency.

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June 13, 2025

Canada issues 3,000 Invitations in Latest Express Entry Draw for CEC Candidates

By EUIC Admin Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on June 12, 2025, exclusively for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates.

See below details of latest Express Entry Draw:

Category: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Number of ITAs Issued: 3,000
CRS Score Cut-Off: 529
Date of Draw: June 12, 2025
Tie-Breaking Rule: September 28, 2024

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) targets individuals with a minimum of one year of skilled work experience in Canada, offering a well-used route for temporary residents, like international students and foreign workers, to obtain permanent residency.

See below all CEC Express Entry Draws in 2025

Date	Round type	Invitations issued	CRS cutoff
June 12, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	3,000	529
May 13, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	500	547
February 5, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	521
January 23, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	527
January 8, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	1,350	542

See below summary of Express Entry Draws in 2025

Date	Draw Type	Number of ITAs	Cut-off CRS score
June 12	Canadian Experience Class	3,000	529
June 10	Provincial Nominee Program	125	784
June 4	Healthcare and social services	500	504
June 2	Provincial Nominee Program	277	726
May 13	Canadian Experience Class	500	547
May 12	Provincial Nominee Program	511	706
May 2	Healthcare and social services	500	510
May 1	Education	1,000	479
April 28	Provincial Nominee Program	421	727
April 14	Provincial Nominee Program	825	764
March 21	French language proficiency	7,500	379
March 17	Provincial Nominee Program	536	736
March 6	French language proficiency	4,500	410
March 3	Provincial Nominee Program	725	667
February 19	French language proficiency	6,500	428
February 17	Provincial Nominee Program	646	750
February 5	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	521
February 4	Provincial Nominee Program	455	802
January 23	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	527
January 8	Canadian Experience Class	1,350	542
January 7	Provincial Nominee Program	471	793

Eligibility for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

To qualify for the Canadian Experience Class, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

1. Canadian Work Experience

Candidates need to have completed at least one year of full-time skilled employment in Canada (or an equivalent amount of part-time work, totaling 1,560 hours) within the past three years.
The work must fall under NOC TEER categories 0, 1, 2, or 3, which cover management, professional, technical, and skilled trades positions.
Part-time employment is acceptable as long as the total hours meet the required threshold (e.g., 15 hours per week over two years).
Self-employed work and jobs completed while studying full-time (like co-op placements) are not eligible.

2. Language Requirements

For jobs classified under TEER 0 or 1, a minimum of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 is required (equivalent to IELTS 6.0 in each skill area for English).
For TEER 2 or 3 positions, a minimum of CLB 5 is necessary.
Acceptable language tests include IELTS, CELPIP (for English), or TEF and TCF (for French).

3. Residency and Work Authorization

Applicants must have had valid temporary resident status and proper authorization to work in Canada while gaining their required work experience (such as holding a work permit).
While applications can be submitted from inside or outside Canada, this pathway primarily targets those with direct Canadian work experience.

4. Express Entry Pool Registration

Candidates must create a profile in the Express Entry system and meet or exceed the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score threshold in a relevant draw.
There is no fixed minimum CRS score for receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA), as cut-off scores can vary with each draw.

5. Additional Considerations

There is no mandatory education requirement to apply under the CEC, but higher education levels can significantly improve an applicant’s CRS score.
Candidates must be admissible to Canada, meaning they cannot have medical issues or criminal records that would prevent entry.

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June 5, 2025

Canada invites 500 Skilled Workers in latest Express Entry Draw

By EUIC Admin Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has sent out 500 invitations to apply for permanent residence through its Express Entry system. This specific draw focused on candidates with experience in healthcare and social services jobs.

See below draw details:

Draw Date: June 4, 2025
Category: Healthcare and Social Service Occupations
Number of invitations: 500
CRS Cutoff Score: 504
Tie-breaking Rule: March 31, 2025

See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Date	Draw Type	Number of ITAs	Cut-off CRS score
June 4	Healthcare and social services	500	504
June 2	Provincial Nominee Program	277	726
May 13	Canadian Experience Class	500	547
May 12	Provincial Nominee Program	511	706
May 2	Healthcare and social services	500	510
May 1	Education	1,000	479
April 28	Provincial Nominee Program	421	727
April 14	Provincial Nominee Program	825	764
March 21	French language proficiency	7,500	379
March 17	Provincial Nominee Program	536	736
March 6	French language proficiency	4,500	410
March 3	Provincial Nominee Program	725	667
February 19	French language proficiency	6,500	428
February 17	Provincial Nominee Program	646	750
February 5	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	521
February 4	Provincial Nominee Program	455	802
January 23	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	527
January 8	Canadian Experience Class	1,350	542
January 7	Provincial Nominee Program	471	793

The smaller number of invitations in this and recent draws reflects Canada’s updated Immigration Levels Plan for 2025–2027. The plan focuses on bringing in skilled workers who match the country’s job market needs.

For 2025, Canada has lowered its immigration target to 395,000 permanent residents. The IRCC is now giving priority to applicants with provincial nominations, work experience in Canada, or strong French language skills.

If a candidate doesn’t receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) within one year, they can submit a new Express Entry profile, as long as they still meet the eligibility criteria. The new profile will have a fresh submission timestamp, which could affect selection due to IRCC’s tie-breaking rule used in draws.

After receiving an ITA, candidates have 60 days to submit a complete permanent residence application. Once submitted, the government aims to process the application within six months, starting from the day it’s received until a final decision is made.

Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

June 3, 2025

Canada invites 277 candidates in latest Express Entry Draw

By EUIC Admin Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

On June 2, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its 348th Express Entry draw, focusing exclusively on candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). A total of 277 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 726.

See below key details of the Draw:

Draw Date: June 2, 2025
Draw Number: 348
Category: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
Number of ITAs Issued: 277
Minimum CRS Score: 726
Tie-breaking Rule: September 24, 2024

This draw continues the trend of program-specific invitations, allowing provinces to address their unique labor market needs by nominating candidates who meet specific regional requirements. Candidates who receive a provincial nomination are awarded an additional 600 CRS points, significantly increasing their chances of receiving an ITA in subsequent draws.

See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Date	Draw Type	Number of ITAs	Cut-off CRS score
June 2	Provincial Nominee Program	277	726
May 13	Canadian Experience Class	500	547
May 12	Provincial Nominee Program	511	706
May 2	Healthcare and social services	500	510
May 1	Education	1,000	479
April 28	Provincial Nominee Program	421	727
April 14	Provincial Nominee Program	825	764
March 21	French language proficiency	7,500	379
March 17	Provincial Nominee Program	536	736
March 6	French language proficiency	4,500	410
March 3	Provincial Nominee Program	725	667
February 19	French language proficiency	6,500	428
February 17	Provincial Nominee Program	646	750
February 5	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	521
February 4	Provincial Nominee Program	455	802
January 23	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	527
January 8	Canadian Experience Class	1,350	542
January 7	Provincial Nominee Program	471	793

Canada’s Express Entry system manages applications for three federal economic immigration programs:

Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

Additionally, the system accommodates candidates nominated through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), allowing provinces and territories to nominate individuals who wish to immigrate to Canada and are interested in settling in a particular province.

What This Means for Future Immigrants:

The focus on PNP candidates in this draw underscores the importance of provincial nominations in the Express Entry system. Candidates aiming to enhance their CRS scores and improve their chances of receiving an ITA should consider exploring provincial nomination opportunities aligned with their skills and experience.

Do you require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

May 26, 2025

PEI invites 168 Skilled Workers and Graduates in Latest PNP Draw

By EUIC Admin Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

Prince Edward Island (PEI) recently invited 168 people to apply for immigration through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The draw took place on May 15, 2025, and focused on individuals who can support the province’s job market and economy.

Who Was Invited?

The invitations went to candidates from the Labour Impact and Express Entry streams. These streams are for workers who have the skills and experience needed in PEI, especially those who are already living and working in the province.

In particular, the draw targeted:

Workers who have been living and working in PEI for at least one year
People employed in industries that the province considers important for its economic growth
International graduates from local schools like the University of Prince Edward Island, Holland College, and Collège de l’Île

How the Process Works

PEI uses an Expression of Interest (EOI) system. This means people who want to immigrate first fill out an online form with details about their education, work experience, and language skills. Based on this information, they get a score. Those with the highest scores are then invited to apply for a provincial nomination.

Getting nominated by PEI can make it easier and faster to become a permanent resident of Canada.

PEI regularly holds draws like this and shares updates on its immigration website. If you’re thinking about moving to Prince Edward Island, staying up to date with their schedule and requirements is a good idea.

May 26, 2025

Alberta focuses on Healthcare, Tourism, and Rural Talent in Latest Draws

By EUIC Admin Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) continues to be a key part of the province’s strategy to bring in skilled workers and support economic growth. In May 2025, Alberta held several targeted immigration draws, inviting candidates from priority industries where there is a strong demand for labor.

See below recent AAIP Draws and Highlights

Draw Date	Stream/Pathway	Minimum Score	Invitations Issued
May 15, 2025	Tourism and Hospitality Stream	72	33
May 13, 2025	Alberta Opportunity Stream	76	125
May 8, 2025	Dedicated Health Care Pathway – Non-Express Entry	53	35
May 6, 2025	Express Entry – Priority Sectors (Aviation)	51	20
May 5, 2025	Rural Renewal Stream	68	165
May 1, 2025	Dedicated Health Care Pathway – Express Entry	59	36

These results show that Alberta is not just looking for workers with high scores, but also those who bring relevant experience to priority industries.

A Competitive Landscape

The AAIP is becoming more competitive. With more than 55,000 profiles in the candidate pool, only those with strong qualifications, relevant work experience, and ties to Alberta’s labor market are being invited to apply. Additionally, Alberta’s nomination cap has been reduced to 4,875 for 2025 which is half of the 9,750 nominations available in 2024. This lower quota means the program is being more selective than in previous years.

What Applicants Should Know

If you’re considering applying through the AAIP, it’s important to make sure you meet the eligibility requirements for your chosen stream. Here are some general tips:

Have relevant work experience in one of Alberta’s priority sectors.
Secure a job offer from an employer in Alberta, if required by your stream.
Meet language and education standards, which vary depending on the pathway.
Show genuine interest in living and working in Alberta, particularly in rural or under-served areas.

The AAIP is a valuable pathway for skilled workers who want to build a life in Alberta. As the program becomes more focused and competitive, you should ensure to understand the criteria and prepare strong, complete applications.

And that’s what we’re here for…

May 19, 2025

Alberta issues 35 invitations in May 8 AAIP Draw for Health Care Pathway

By EUIC Admin Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

On May 8, 2025, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) conducted its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, extending invitations to 35 candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway – non-Express Entry stream.

This draw targeted healthcare professionals to address the province’s ongoing labor shortages in the healthcare sector.

See below details of May 8, 2025, Alberta PNP Draw

Stream: Dedicated Health Care Pathway – non-Express Entry
Minimum Score Required: 53
Number of Invitations Issued: 35

This draw was part of a series of six AAIP draws held between April 29 and May 8, 2025, collectively issuing a total of 295 invitations across various streams, including

Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Aviation)
Rural Renewal Stream
Dedicated Health Care Pathway – Express Entry
Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Agriculture)
Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Construction)

See below details of 6 draws held by AAIP between April 29-May 8, 2025

Draw date	Stream or pathway	Number of invitations issued	Cut-off score
8 May, 2025	Dedicated Health Care Pathway – non-Express Entry	35	53
6 May, 2025	Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Aviation)	20	51
5 May, 2025	Rural Renewal Stream	165	68
1 May, 2025	Dedicated Health Care Pathway – Express Entry	36	59
30 April, 2025	Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Agriculture)	19	64
29 April, 2025	Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Construction)	20	67

In 2025, Alberta received an allocation of 4,875 provincial nominations from the federal government, distributed among its different streams and pathways. In contrast, the province was granted 9,750 nominations in 2024 — marking a 50% reduction in the allocation for 2025.

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Dear future neighbour,

See below details of the latest Express Entry Draw

Summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Qualifying for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

Eligibility Criteria:

Boosting Your Chances

Need help with your Canadian immigration process?

Dear future neighbour,

See below key details of the Draw:

See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Recent PNP Draws in June 2025

Need help with your Canadian immigration process?

Dear future neighbour,

See below details of latest NBPNP Draw

June 16 – New Brunswick Experience

June 16 & 17 – New Brunswick Graduates

June 17 – New Brunswick Priority Occupations

Need help with your Canadian immigration process?

Dear future neighbour,

See below details of latest PEI PNP draw

Focused Selection Strategy in 2025

Business Impact Category: Work Permit Stream

How to Qualify for Provincial Immigration to Prince Edward Island

Need help with your Canadian immigration process?

Dear future neighbour,

See below details of latest Express Entry Draw:

See below all CEC Express Entry Draws in 2025

See below summary of Express Entry Draws in 2025

Eligibility for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

1. Canadian Work Experience

2. Language Requirements

3. Residency and Work Authorization

4. Express Entry Pool Registration

5. Additional Considerations

Dear future neighbour,

See below draw details:

See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Dear future neighbour,

See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025

Dear future neighbour,

Who Was Invited?

How the Process Works

Dear future neighbour,

See below recent AAIP Draws and Highlights

A Competitive Landscape

What Applicants Should Know

Dear future neighbour,

See below details of May 8, 2025, Alberta PNP Draw

See below details of 6 draws held by AAIP between April 29-May 8, 2025