Alberta Issues Invitations for Provincial Nomination in Latest Draw
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Discover Alberta's latest PNP draws targeting healthcare professionals through different AAIP streams. A total of 81 candidates received invitations in April's first two weeks.
In the first two weeks of April, Alberta held three draws under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). A total of 81 candidates were invited, with all draws targeting healthcare professionals. These invitations were issued through three distinct immigration streams. Let’s explore the details of each draw and their eligibility.
Alberta PNP Latest Draw Details
In the previous week, Alberta released details of three recent PNP draws conducted through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). Invitations were issued via Express Entry and non-Express Entry Dedicated Healthcare pathways, as well as the Express Entry Priority Sectors pathway.
| Date of draw | Stream | Number of invitations | Cut-off score |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2025 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway (Express Entry) | 34 | 60 |
| April 4, 2025 | Alberta Express Entry – Priority Sectors (Health Care) | 19 | 71 |
| April 8, 2025 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway (non-Express Entry) | 28 | 53 |
Eligibility Requirements
Explore the eligible healthcare occupations under Alberta’s Express Entry and non-Express Entry Healthcare pathways and their regulatory bodies.
| Profession | Regulatory Body |
|---|---|
| Physician | College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) |
| Registered Nurse | College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) |
| Nurse Practitioner | College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) |
| Physician Assistant | College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) |
| Occupational Therapist | Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) |
| Physiotherapist | College of Physiotherapists of Alberta (CPA) |
| Clinical Social Worker | Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) |
| Psychologist | College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) |
Eligibility for Non-Express Entry Dedicated Healthcare Pathway
To apply through Alberta’s non-Express Entry Dedicated Healthcare pathway, candidates must fulfil the following criteria.
- Must have a valid job offer in a qualifying healthcare role from an Alberta employer.
- Language skills should meet at least CLB 5 or meet licensure standards for the profession.
- Licensed Practical Nurses must show how they met the language requirements for licensure. If qualified through employer verification of primarily English-based healthcare work, an AAIP-approved language test and CLB 5 in all languages are required.
- Clinical Social Workers need to submit a licensure exam or a CLB 5 language test.
- Must provide proof of meeting the practice standards set by Alberta’s regulatory authority.
- Should hold a valid work permit or have maintained status if currently employed in Alberta.
Also Read: 5 Key Updates in Alberta Immigration in March & April 2025
Eligibility for the Express Entry Stream
To be eligible under Alberta’s Express Entry Healthcare stream, candidates must meet the following requirements.
- Must be eligible for the Express Entry system.
- Should have a minimum CRS score of 300.
- The primary job listed in the Express Entry profile must match an eligible healthcare occupation.
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