Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)

We are excited to introduce you to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), which offers an incredible opportunity for skilled workers and entrepreneurs to immigrate to Alberta, Canada.

Alberta is a vibrant province located in Western Canada, known for its fast-paced growth and diverse landscape, which includes towering mountains, glacial lakes, boreal forests, prairies, and badlands. The province is home to two major urban centres, Calgary and Edmonton, and is Canada's energy province, with a wealth of natural resources, including oil, natural gas, coal, and minerals.

The AAIP is designed for individuals who possess the skills and abilities to fill labour shortages in Alberta. It accepts skilled worker applications under:

• 1. The Alberta Opportunity Stream, the Express Entry system
• 2. The Accelerated Tech Pathway
• 3. The Rural Renewal Stream

Additionally, it offers four business programs,

• 1. The Farm Stream
• 2. The Graduate Entrepreneur Stream
• 3. The Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Stream
• 4. The Rural Entrepreneur Stream.

As a skilled worker, you can apply under the Alberta Opportunity Stream, which simplifies the application process, reduces waiting times, and makes the system fairer for candidates and employers. If you are already in the federal Express Entry pool, you may also qualify for the Express Entry Stream, which allows Alberta to nominate a limited number of qualified candidates through periodic draws.

Entrepreneurs can take advantage of the AAIP's business programs, which are designed to attract individuals with farm management skills, foreign-educated graduates, and international graduates from Alberta post-secondary institutions who want to establish or operate a business in the province. The Rural Entrepreneur Stream is also available for entrepreneurs who want to start or buy an existing business in a rural Alberta community.

Unlike some of the other provinces, the AAIP does not reward candidates whose occupations appear on a certain list. Rather, the province publishes a list of ineligible occupations, making the program accessible to a wide range of skilled workers and entrepreneurs.

Our team of experienced immigration consultants can guide you through the AAIP application process, from assessing your eligibility to submitting your application and supporting documentation. We can help you understand the program's requirements, navigate the provincial and federal nomination processes, and ensure that your application is complete and accurate.

If you are interested in immigrating to Alberta through the AAIP, please contact us to schedule a consultation. We look forward to helping you achieve your immigration goals and making Alberta your new home.