AAIP 2025 Update: Alberta Shares Latest Nomination and Processing Information
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has released its 2025 nomination and processing figures, highlighting Alberta’s efforts to address labor shortages through targeted immigration. As of April 25, 2025, Alberta has a total nomination allocation of 4,875 certificates for the year, with 1,728 nominations issued across various streams. Below is an updated breakdown of the 2025 nomination allocations and nominations issued by stream, recent draw activity, and processing updates.
2025 Nomination Allocations and Nominations Issued by Stream:
Alberta Express Entry Stream: Allocated 1,071 nominations; approximately 750 nominations issued (estimated based on draw activity and priority sector focus, including healthcare, technology, and police occupations).
Rural Renewal Stream: Allocated up to 950 nominations; 450 nominations issued, including 165 from the May 5, 2025, draw targeting rural community labor needs.
Tourism and Hospitality Stream: Allocated 245 nominations; 80 nominations issued, including 33 from the May 15, 2025, draw with a minimum CRS score of 72.
Alberta Opportunity Stream: Specific allocation not detailed, but approximately 400 nominations issued, inferred from 1,764 pending applications and consistent draw activity.
Entrepreneur Streams (Rural Entrepreneur, Graduate Entrepreneur, Farm, Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur): Specific allocations and issued nominations not publicly detailed, but an estimated 48 nominations issued across these streams, based on limited draw activity and complex verification processes.
Recent Draws (April-May 2025):
Between April 29 and May 8, 2025, six draws invited 295 candidates across priority sectors (construction, agriculture, aviation, healthcare) with a minimum CRS score of 51.
Rural Renewal Stream: 165 invitations issued on May 5, 2025.
Tourism and Hospitality Stream: 33 invitations issued on May 15, 2025.
Application Inventory:
Over 51,747 Expressions of Interest (EOIs) in the pool.
Alberta Opportunity Stream: 1,764 applications pending.
Rural Renewal Stream: 1,589 applications pending.
Entrepreneur streams have fewer applications but require extensive documentation.
Processing Times:
Worker streams (e.g., Alberta Opportunity, Rural Renewal) average 4 months for processing.
Entrepreneur streams may take longer due to detailed business plan and net worth verifications.
Policy Updates:
Effective April 1, 2025, worker stream application fees increased to $1,500.
Alberta opted out of the federal Temporary Public Policy for work permits in 2025 to focus on provincial economic priorities.
With 2,979 nomination spaces remaining for 2025, Alberta continues to prioritize skilled workers and entrepreneurs in high-demand sectors. Applicants should ensure eligibility, prepare thoroughly, and monitor draw schedules via the AAIP portal. For expert guidance, consult ImmigCanada
