Alberta Targets Tech, Healthcare, Aviation, and Agriculture in Latest AAIP Draws (October 2025)

Alberta’s push to fill critical labour gaps continued through October 2025, with the province issuing a total of 199 invitations under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). These draws were highly targeted, focusing on high-demand sectors including technology, healthcare, aviation, and agriculture.

The latest selections demonstrate Alberta’s strategic use of both Express Entry-linked and non-Express Entry pathways to recruit skilled workers who can quickly meet the province’s economic and community needs.

October 2025 Targeted Draw Breakdown

Alberta held five distinct draws in the middle and latter half of October, prioritizing candidates with experience in its key growth areas.

Key Takeaways from the Draws

• Technology is a Top Priority: The largest draw (89 invitations) was for the Accelerated Tech Pathway with a minimum score of 60, underscoring the province’s commitment to growing its tech sector in urban centres like Calgary and Edmonton.
• Healthcare Recruitment Remains Urgent: The province held two separate draws for the Dedicated Health Care Pathway, inviting a combined 87 candidates. By using both Express Entry (52 minimum score) and non-Express Entry (45 minimum score) options, Alberta ensures it can reach a wide range of internationally trained health workers.
• Essential Industries Supported: Lower-volume, highly targeted draws for Aviation (13 invitations, 46 minimum score) and Agriculture (10 invitations, 67 minimum score) show Alberta is continually addressing specific staffing gaps in remote communities and critical food production areas.
• Accessible Scores for Targeted Roles: Several draws featured relatively low minimum scores (as low as 45 for non-Express Entry healthcare and 46 for aviation), indicating that specific, in-demand experience is often prioritized over a high federal Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score alone.

What is the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)?

The AAIP is Alberta’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). It allows the province to nominate qualified candidates for Canadian permanent residence who possess the skills and experience to fill long-term labour market gaps in the province. The program utilizes a variety of streams, including options aligned with the federal Express Entry system, as well as dedicated, sector-specific pathways.

Ready to Apply? Next Steps for AAIP Candidates

If your occupation aligns with one of Alberta’s priority sectors, here are the key steps to pursue an AAIP nomination:

1. Check Eligibility: Thoroughly review the official AAIP website for the detailed eligibility criteria for the specific stream that matches your profile (e.g., Accelerated Tech, Dedicated Health Care, or a Priority Sector).
2. Maintain Your Express Entry Profile: If you are targeting an Express Entry-linked stream, ensure your federal profile is active and fully up to date.
3. Review Sector Requirements: Candidates for pathways like healthcare, agriculture, and aviation must meet additional, specific criteria related to their job, work experience, and any required licensing or certification.
4. Receive a Notification of Interest (NOI): Alberta selects candidates directly from the Express Entry pool (or their internal non-Express Entry pool) based on their provincial needs and eligibility for the targeted draw.
5. Submit Your Application: If you receive an NOI, you must submit a complete AAIP application within the specified timeframe to be considered for provincial nomination.