Alberta, Canada, recently concluded its third draw for the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) – Express Entry stream on February 20, 2024. The draw, specifically for the Dedicated Healthcare Pathway with an Alberta job offer, had a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score requirement of a mere 311 points. In this round, 33 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) were issued to candidates meeting the outlined criteria.
AAIP Draw Details – February 20, 2024
| Date of Draw | Notifications of Interest | Draw Parameters | CRS Score |
| February 20, 2024 | 33 | Dedicated Healthcare Pathway with Alberta job offer, CRS score 300 and above | 311 |
Following this latest AAIP draw, Alberta has invited 287 candidates to apply for a provincial nomination in the first two months of 2024, spanning seven AAIP-Express Entry draws.
New Alberta Tourism and Hospitality Stream Requirements 2024
Alberta introduces updated requirements for the Tourism and Hospitality Stream, offering clarity on eligibility for permanent residency (PR). Noteworthy features include:
Educational Requirement – Applicants need a minimum of high school education inside Canada or an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for education completed outside Canada. Tradespeople with a valid Alberta Qualification Certificate are also eligible.
Current Job – Applicants must have a valid job with a recognized employer in the tourism and hospitality sector, along with a current work permit issued through a favorable Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).
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Work Experience – Eligible candidates must have worked full-time (30 hours per week) for at least six consecutive months in a qualified occupation, or a minimum of 780 hours with an authorized employer in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Job Offer Requirement – A legitimate full-time job offer in an eligible occupation, with the same Albertan company as the current job, is mandatory.
The List of Eligible Occupations for New Alberta Tourism and Hospitality Stream includes Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport, and fitness, Restaurant and food service managers, Accommodation service managers, Food service supervisors, Chefs, Cooks, Maîtres d’hôtel and hosts/hostesses, Bartenders, Hotel front desk clerks, Tour and travel guides, and more eligible jobs for skilled workers.
New “Alberta is Calling” Attraction Bonus for Skilled Workers
Alberta aims to attract skilled workers with a $5,000 refundable tax credit under the “Alberta is Calling” Attraction Bonus. This one-time incentive, part of the provincial government’s Budget 2024, targets talented trade workers relocating to Alberta after the program begins in April 2024. To qualify, individuals must work full-time in specific occupations, file 2024 taxes in the province, and reside there for at least 12 months. The campaign emphasizes Alberta’s affordability, lifestyle, and career opportunities.
The province has allocated $10 million for this incentive, anticipating an influx of skilled workers from other provinces. Further details on eligibility requirements and the application process will be available soon.
