Alberta targeted healthcare professionals with 63 invitations In two recent draws through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program‘s Express Entry-linked stream.
A draw on July 2 specifically focused on candidates with job offers through the Dedicated Healthcare Pathway, issuing 37 NOIs with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System score of 301 points.
On July 15, the province issued 26 NOIs through the same pathway, this time with a minimum score of 306.
For 2024, Alberta has a nomination allocation of 9,750, matching the 2023 allocation.
To date, 6,187 nominations have been issued. Last year, Alberta issued 10,029 nominations, utilizing a “federally authorized administration buffer” to go over its allocation.
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Alberta Express Entry Draws
| Date | NOIs sent | Parameters | Lowest CRS |
| 15-Jul-24 | 26 | Dedicated Healthcare Pathway with Alberta job offer, CRS score 300 and above | 306 |
| 02-Jul-24 | 37 | Dedicated Healthcare Pathway with Alberta job offer, CRS score 300 and above | 301 |
Alberta Express Entry Requirements
To qualify for a Notification of Interest (NOI) from Alberta, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Maintain an active Express Entry profile in the federal Express Entry pool.
- Express a desire to permanently immigrate to Alberta.
- Engage in an occupation that supports Alberta’s economic development and diversification.
- Achieve a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 300 points.
Factors enhancing a candidate’s likelihood of receiving a NOI include:
- Obtaining a job offer from an employer in Alberta and/or possessing work experience in the province.
- Graduating from a Canadian post-secondary institution.
- Having a relative residing in Alberta, such as a parent, child, and/or sibling.
Factors reducing a candidate’s chances of receiving a NOI include:
- An Express Entry profile expiring within the next three months.
- Employment in an ineligible occupation.
