The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has issued a total of 158 invitations to immigration candidates through two separate draws held on May 13 and May 15, 2025.
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Summary of AAIP Draws:
| Draw Date | Stream | Number of Invitations | Minimum Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 15 | Tourism and Hospitality Stream | 33 | 72 |
| May 13 | Alberta Opportunity Stream | 125 | 76 |
This marks the second round of invitations issued under the Tourism and Hospitality Stream in 2025. Introduced in 2024, this stream was designed to address ongoing labour shortages in Alberta’s tourism and hospitality sector and help employers retain skilled workers.
To qualify, applicants must:
- Have at least six months of work experience with a tourism or hospitality employer in Alberta
- Hold a valid full-time job offer from an eligible employer
- Meet the required education and language criteria
The May 13 draw was the second general round held this year under the Alberta Opportunity Stream, which previously focused on occupations such as aviation and construction.
2025 Nomination Allocations and Current Statistics:
Alberta has been allocated 4,875 nomination spaces for 2025. So far, 2,077 nominations have been issued.
AAIP regularly updates its website with statistics for each stream, including the number of nomination spaces remaining and the number of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) in the candidate pool. As of the latest update:
| Stream | 2025 Allocation | Spaces Remaining | EOIs in Pool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourism and Hospitality Stream | 245 | 122 | 5,755 |
| Alberta Opportunity Stream | 2,592 | 1,376 | 37,934 |
Candidates who receive an invitation may apply for a provincial nomination. If approved, they can then submit an application for Canadian permanent residence using the nomination.
