The Provincial Nominee Program in Alberta is titled the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP).
The program aims to fulfill the demands set out by Alberta’s growing economy. Nominees to the program will fill specific job shortages as highlighted by the province.
Although the AAIP evaluates your applications, the financial decisions based on your immigration file will be made by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Streams under the AAIP
Under the AAIP, there are streams for workers and entrepreneurs. Skilled foreign workers and business owners alike can use their work experience as part of an application to the province.
New Update in AAIP systems
Starting September 30, 2024, applicants will now be able to submit Express of Interest consideration applications on an ongoing basis instead of the current monthly deadlines system.
For workers
Tourism and Hospitality stream
This stream serves particular hospitality industries and occupations in the province. If you meet the work experience requirements, you may apply through this stream.
Foreign workers with positive Labour Market Impact Assessments or an exemption from LMIA requirements may apply.
This enables a candidate to submit their profile in the federal Express Entry pool and receive an invitation to apply based on Comprehensive Ranking System scores.
Much like the Rural and Norther Immigration Pilot, certain rural communities in Alberta endorse applicants with job offers in the community to relocate within the bounds of the defined areas.
For Entrepreneurs
For applicants who wish to start a new business or buy a business in a rural area within Alberta.
For recently graduated students who wish to start a business or buy an already existing business in Alberta.
This is a special stream for farmers who intend to buy a farm in Alberta or start a new farm in the province.
Those applicants with educational degrees from outside Canada with a desire to start a start-up business with a particularly innovative idea can apply through this stream.
