Alberta has officially exhausted its provincial nominee spaces for 2025 under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), confirming that no further invitations are expected for the rest of the year. CIC News+1
The province reached its full allocated cap of 6,741 nominations after issuing its last two Invitation to Apply (ITA) rounds in late November. These final draws focused primarily on healthcare professionals — a key priority sector for Alberta’s labour market. CIC News+1
Details of Alberta’s Final 2025 Draws
In the closing days of 2025, Alberta completed its last two provincial nomination draws: CIC News
| Draw Date | Stream | Invitations Issued | Minimum Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 21, 2025 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway – Express Entry | 68 | 49 |
| November 24, 2025 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway – non-Express Entry | 39 | 49 |
These rounds contributed a combined 107 new invitations and marked the final selections for the year. CIC News
How Alberta’s 2025 Nomination Allocation Played Out
Alberta began 2025 with a base of 4,875 nomination spaces and later received an additional 1,728 spots from the federal government, bringing the total official allocation to 6,603. Oasis India
However, the province ended up issuing 6,750 nominations — slightly above its official cap — thanks to a small administrative overage related to its Express Entry allocation that was permitted by federal immigration authorities. Oasis India
Nomination Breakdown by Stream (2025)
Throughout 2025, Alberta spread invitations across a diverse set of economic immigration pathways to respond to labour market demands:
- Alberta Opportunity Stream – Addressed general demand from temporary workers.
- Rural Renewal Stream – Focused on smaller communities.
- Dedicated Health Care Pathways – Targeted health workers.
- Tourism & Hospitality Stream
- Express Entry Stream Pathways – Including tech and priority sector categories.
- Entrepreneur Streams – For business investors. CIC News
The province issued these nominations in a record 77 draws during the year, the highest number seen in any Provincial Nominee Program in Canada for 2025. CIC News
What This Means for Applicants
With the AAIP having met its full nomination allocation, no further invitations are expected until the 2026 nomination quota is announced — typically early in the new year. Candidates still in the AAIP pool must wait for early 2026 updates from the province. Immigration News Canada
If you’re planning to apply for Alberta’s PNP or exploring other Canadian immigration options, now is a great time to check eligibility and prepare for the next intake. Tools like AAIP’s Expression of Interest (EOI) system remain open, and early submission may improve your chances when new spaces become available.
