A total of 722 invitations were issued by Alberta in the last week

In the span of 9 days, three Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) draws were conducted as of September 9, 2026, with a total number of invitations as 722, including 96 tech and 51 healthcare sector workers, to apply for the provincial nomination. The province actively conducts draws to attract foreign talent who can contribute to the country’s economic growth and obtain PR while having relevant work experience.

Strategic Overview of the latest AAIP draw

Alberta has conducted 74 draws in the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) in 2026 as of September 9, 2026.

Eligibility Criteria to apply for the draw

Here are the general eligibility requirements that candidates must meet to obtain an invitation from the provincial government and immigration authority:

• To be eligible to apply, the applicant must possess a valid Worker Expression of Interest (WEOI) profile, as this is the most important step for the AAIP.

• Candidates must have the work experience needed to start employment in the province.

• Individuals should have received a job offer from an employer located in Alberta.

• Sufficient financial documentation is required to show that the candidate can support themselves.

• Applicants must intend to live and work in Alberta permanently.

• Applicants must meet the specific requirements for the stream/category they applied under.

What is the importance of the AAIP draw?

The last three draws under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), from September 1 to 9, 2026, are important for candidates willing to work in Canada and obtain PR soon by gaining work experience and contributing to economic growth.

More invitations for specific occupational categories, especially in healthcare, tech, and the opportunity stream, signal that the province wants to hire more international workers whose skills and experience support its goals.

The high number of invitations issued in the September AAIP draws highlights the lack of professionals in the country, even with low unemployment rates, making it challenging for employers to fill open positions locally. This scenario underscores the importance of both the province and Canada developing targeted immigration policies and actively seeking international talent on a significant scale.

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