Alberta PNP invites 163 applicants in 2 draws

Alberta PNP posted 2 draw updates on 12th October inviting 163 in total, while only 13 applicants were invited on October 10, 2023. Other 150 applicants were invited on October 5, 2023.

On October 10, the Alberta Express Entry draw targeted candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 300 and above through the Dedicated Healthcare Pathway. The lowest ranked candidate who received a Notification of Interest letter in this draw had an impressive CRS score of 327.

On October 5, the draw favoured candidates with both family connections in Canada and a primary occupation in demand. Eligible candidates had CRS scores ranging from 300 to 500, and the candidate with the lowest CRS score to receive a Notification of Interest letter had a CRS score of 323.

Draw details:

Draw 1:

Draw Type: Family Connections and Primary Occupation in Demand
Date of Draw: October 5th, 2023
Invitations Issued: 150
Minimum CRS Score: 323
CRS Score Range: 300 – 500

Draw 2:

Draw Type: Dedicated Healthcare Pathway with Alberta job offer,
Date of Draw: October 10th, 2023
Invitations Issued: 13
Minimum CRS Score: 327
CRS Score Range: 300 – 500

Check Your Eligiblity

Ho can you apply for Alberta Express Entry Pathway?

Here are the steps to apply for Alberta Express Entry Provincial Nomination and subsequently for Canadian Permanent Residency:

Verify Eligibility: Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for the Alberta Express Entry Provincial Nomination Program.
Document Preparation: Collect all the necessary documents and update your Express Entry profile with an Expression of Interest (EOI).
Express Interest in Alberta: Specify Alberta as your preferred province in your profile and wait for the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) draws.
Receive Notification: If your profile aligns with Alberta’s labor market requirements, you may receive a Notification of Interest (NOI) from Alberta.
Submit Application: After receiving the NOI, submit your application along with the required documents and a fee of $500 CAD.
Alberta Assessment: Your application will undergo a two-stage review process, which includes eligibility and background checks.
Nomination Approval: If your application is approved, Alberta Immigration will notify you and grant you an additional 600 points towards your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score.
Accept Nomination: Within 30 days, accept the nomination and proceed to apply for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) by submitting the necessary documents and fees.
IRCC Evaluation: A case processing officer at Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will review your PR application.
Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR): Upon approval, you will receive a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR).
Visa Stamping: Submit your passport for the issuance of the Canadian PR visa.
Start Your Journey to Canada: With the visa in hand, you are ready to begin your journey to Canada.