Maple News reports that Alberta has conducted five targeted immigration draws between October 8 and October 21, 2025, inviting a total of 202 candidates to apply for provincial nomination through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The draws focused on addressing labour shortages in critical sectors such as technology, health care, agriculture, and aviation.
The largest draw took place on October 21, 2025, when 89 candidates were invited under the Accelerated Tech Pathway of the Alberta Express Entry Stream. This draw had a cut-off score of 60, highlighting Alberta’s ongoing demand for tech professionals.
Other sector-specific draws included 13 invitations for aviation professionals on October 16, and 10 invitations for candidates in agriculture occupations on October 15. Healthcare roles were prioritized in two separate draws: 41 candidates were invited under the non-Express Entry stream on October 10 (cut-off score of 45), and 46 candidates under the Express Entry stream on October 8 (cut-off score of 52).
In 2025, Alberta has held multiple rounds of invitations through its various Express Entry-aligned and non-Express Entry pathways, reflecting its strategic focus on high-demand industries. So far this year, the province has conducted a total of 69 immigration draws. These include 8 draws for the Accelerated Tech Pathway, 5 for aviation, 6 for agriculture, and 10 each under both health care pathways.
Alberta’s immigration strategy emphasizes selecting candidates aligned with its economic needs. For the Alberta Express Entry Stream, the province prioritizes construction, agriculture, aviation, and healthcare sectors. In addition to sector-specific streams, Alberta considers applicants through three defined pathways: the Dedicated Healthcare Pathway, the Accelerated Tech Pathway, and the Law Enforcement Pathway.
The AAIP continues to serve as an essential tool in attracting skilled immigrants who can bolster Alberta’s labour market and support regional economic development. With Alberta forecasting steady immigration targets for 2025, the province remains focused on drawing talent that aligns with its long-term growth priorities.