If you’ve been waiting for good news on the Canadian immigration front, here it is: Alberta just held its biggest immigration draw of the year, and hundreds of hopeful candidates are now a step closer to permanent residency.

Through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), the province invited 683 candidates across three separate draws between August 7 and August 15, 2025. The headline grabber? A massive 581 invitations went out under the Alberta Opportunity Stream on August 12 — the largest single draw we’ve seen this year.

Alongside this, Alberta also focused on its healthcare pathways, offering invitations to both Express Entry and non-Express Entry candidates who hold job offers in vital healthcare roles.

Breaking Down the Numbers

Here’s a clear look at how Alberta distributed its invitations last week:

Draw Stream Minimum Score Required Invitations Issued
Alberta Opportunity Stream 70 581
Healthcare Pathway – Non-Express Entry 53 39
Healthcare Pathway – Express Entry 56 63
  1. The August 12 Alberta immigration draw was the largest, sending out more than 500 invitations in one go.
  2. The August 7 and August 15 draws were smaller but critical, as they targeted healthcare professionals — a sector where Alberta continues to face shortages.

Alberta Opportunity Stream – Who Can Apply?

The Alberta Opportunity Stream remains a lifeline for temporary foreign workers already in the province. To qualify, candidates must:

  1. Be employed full-time in Alberta.
  2. Hold a valid job offer from an Alberta employer.
  3. Meet eligibility requirements such as occupation type and language skills.

This pathway is popular because it gives workers already contributing to Alberta’s economy a smoother way to secure permanent residency.

Healthcare Pathways – Alberta’s Push for Medical Talent

It’s no surprise that Alberta is leaning heavily on its healthcare immigration pathways. The demand for doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers is rising, and these draws show just how much the province values professionals in this sector.

Here’s how the two healthcare options work:

  1. Express Entry Healthcare Pathway

    2. Candidates are picked through the federal Express Entry system. Their application is tied to IRCC’s (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) timelines.

  2. Non-Express Entry Healthcare Pathway

    3. This route is for candidates who don’t qualify under Express Entry but have a valid job offer in Alberta’s healthcare system. They apply directly through the base PNP process.

What’s Left for 2025?

Alberta isn’t done yet. There are still plenty of nomination spots available for the rest of the year.

Stream 2025 Allocation Issued So Far Remaining EOIs in Pool
Alberta Opportunity Stream 2,592 1,776 816 41,301
Healthcare Pathways (Express + Non-Express Entry) 500 293 207 1,689
  1. Alberta has already issued 3,251 nominations in 2025.
  2. That leaves 1,624 nomination spots still open.
  3. As of now, over 63,926 Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are waiting in the pool.

This means that while many have already been selected, thousands are still competing for a chance.

Why This Draw Matters

This latest Alberta immigration draw is big for three reasons:

  1. It’s the largest Alberta Opportunity Stream draw of 2025.
  2. It shows Alberta’s commitment to attracting healthcare professionals.
  3. It proves that even candidates with lower CRS scores in the federal system can still land invitations through Alberta’s PNP draws.

For many, Alberta is offering a second chance at permanent residency.

How Visa Solutions 4u Can Guide You

Navigating Canadian immigration rules can feel overwhelming, especially with so many different streams and PNP draws. That’s where Visa Solutions 4u steps in.

Here’s what they can do for you:

  1. Evaluate your profile to see if you qualify for the Alberta Opportunity Stream or Healthcare Pathway.
  2. Help you apply under the right stream and avoid costly mistakes.
  3. Guide you through both PNP draws and the Express Entry system.
  4. Offer full support, from documentation to interview preparation.

With expert help, candidates can boost their chances of being selected in upcoming Alberta immigration draws and move closer to permanent residency.

Final Word

Alberta’s latest draws prove that the province is serious about bringing in skilled workers and healthcare professionals. With more than 1,600 nominations still up for grabs in 2025, candidates shouldn’t lose hope.

If you’re dreaming of settling in Canada, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program could be the pathway that finally gets you there.