The immigration department of Alberta, Canada's energy-rich province, has been particularly active recently. According to official data, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) held five consecutive rounds of draws for various immigration streams between June 5 and 19, 2025, aiming to inject new vitality into the province's economy.
The core criteria for these draws focused on a candidate's professional background, their in-demand skills, and their ability to integrate into and contribute to the Alberta labour market.
June Draw Details: Five Streams Targeted with Precision
In just two weeks, the AAIP conducted targeted invitations across five different immigration streams. Each draw had a distinct cut-off score and number of invitations, reflecting the province's refined talent acquisition strategy.
Notably, three of these rounds were aligned with the federal Express Entry system. This means that candidates who receive a provincial nomination will be awarded an additional 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points, significantly increasing their chances of receiving a federal invitation for permanent residence.
The specifics of this draw series are as follows:
| Draw Date | Stream / Pathway | Cut-off Score | Number of Invitations Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 5 | Alberta Express Entry – Priority Sectors* | 70 | 18 |
| June 10 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway (Non-Express Entry) | 53 | 33 |
| June 17 | Tourism and Hospitality stream | 71 | 39 |
| June 18 | Alberta Express Entry – Law Enforcement Pathway | 51 | <10 |
| June 19 | Alberta Express Entry – Accelerated Tech Pathway | 73 | 22 |
(Note: The "Priority Sectors" for the Alberta Express Entry stream primarily include Construction, Agriculture, Aviation, and Healthcare.)
The AAIP had previously announced that its 2025 Express Entry stream invitations would prioritize candidates in the sectors listed above, in addition to conducting draws through its three dedicated pathways: the Dedicated Health Care Pathway, the Accelerated Tech Pathway, and the Law Enforcement Pathway.
2025 Nomination Allocation Analysis: A Mix of Opportunity and Competition
For prospective applicants worldwide, the status of Alberta's annual immigration quota is a critical piece of information.
As of June 19, the AAIP has issued 2,535 nomination certificates out of its total 2025 allocation of 4,875. This means that 2,340 nomination spots remain available for the rest of the year.
The table below provides a deeper look into the allocation, usage, and competition within the candidate pools (Expression of Interest - EOI) for the streams involved in these recent draws:
| Stream | Nomination Allocation | Nominations Issued | Nominations Remaining | EOIs in Candidate Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Express Entry – Priority Sectors* | 405 | 199 | 206 | 4,111 |
| Dedicated Health Care Pathway (Non-EE) | 500 | 208 | 292 | 1,568 |
| Tourism and Hospitality stream | 245 | 181 | 64 | 6,048 |
| Alberta Express Entry – Law Enforcement Pathway | 20 | <10 | N/A | 111 |
| Alberta Express Entry – Accelerated Tech Pathway | 146 | 81 | 65 | 3,397 |
The data shows that while opportunities exist, competition in some streams has become intense. For example, the Tourism and Hospitality stream has over 6,000 candidates in its pool competing for only 64 remaining spots, indicating immense pressure. In contrast, competition in the Dedicated Health Care Pathway and the Law Enforcement Pathway is comparatively milder.
Furthermore, the AAIP notes that there are currently 2,657 submitted nomination applications in its processing inventory. This indicates sustained high interest from global applicants in the province's immigration programs, making processing times a key factor to watch in the coming months.
In summary, Alberta is leveraging an active and targeted immigration strategy to attract skilled professionals who can quickly fill gaps in its labour market. For prospective applicants, closely monitoring AAIP draw announcements and strategically aligning their profiles with the needs and competition levels of a specific stream will be crucial for securing a successful nomination.
