The Canadian Province of Alberta published the results of the March 2, 2021 draw under the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program’s (AINP’s) Alberta Express Entry Stream on March 16, 2021.
Key Highlights of the draw are:
- • Invitations Issued: 200
- • CRS Score: 301
In this draw immigrants who demonstrated strong ties within Alberta in terms of Employment, Education, or Family (Parents, Spouse, or Dependent Child) received an Invite to Apply (ITA).
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AINP Application Streams
For International Skilled Workers:
• Alberta Opportunity Stream
• Alberta Express Entry Stream
For Entrepreneurs:
• International Graduate Entrepreneur Immigration Stream
• Self-Employed Farmer Stream
• Foreign Graduate Start-Up Visa Stream -
What is the eligibility criteria of Alberta Express Entry Stream?
Eligibility criteria for Alberta Express Entry Stream:
• Applicant should have an active Express Entry profile.
• Applicant must have stated an interest to live and work permanently within Alberta..
• Applicant should have a minimum CRS Score of 300. -
What factors can increase my chances of getting an invite in AINP's Express Entry Stream?
Below stated adaptability factors can increase chances for receiving Invite to Apply (ITA) in AINP's Express Entry Stream. Factors are:
• Having a job offer and/or a work experience within Alberta.
• Being a graduate from Canadian post-secondary institution.
• Having an immediate family member (who is a Canadian Citizen, or a Permanent Resident) living in Alberta.Note: Immediate family member includes Parent, Child, Brother or Sister.
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What factors can decrease my chances of getting an invite in AINP's Express Entry Stream?
Below stated factors may decrease chances of receiving an Invite to Apply (ITA). Factors are:
• If Express Entry profile is about to expire in 5 months or less.
• If applicant work in an occupation that is listed on:
a). High-wage and low-wage occupations
b). Alberta Ineligible Occupations list
