AAIP Invited 1045 Candidates Under the Alberta Opportunity Stream in Latest November Draws

Alberta has released new immigration results for November, and the update has caught the attention of many skilled workers after AAIP invited 1,045 candidates under the Alberta Opportunity Stream in a single draw. With additional invitations issued through the Alberta Express Entry Stream, this period marks one of the busiest starts to November for the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program.

The numbers matter not only because they reflect Alberta’s selection pace, but also because they give applicants a clearer view of how the province is distributing nomination spaces as the year moves toward its final quarter.

What Happened in the Early November AAIP Rounds?

The first half of November featured two notable draw events:

November 10: Alberta Opportunity Stream draw issued 1,045 invitations

• Cut-off score: 55 points
• This score is 5 points lower than the previous AOS draw, signaling increased accessibility for qualified applicants.

November 14: Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Healthcare)

• 80 invitations
• Minimum score: 52 points

This draw targeted skilled healthcare professionals, reflecting ongoing staffing pressures in hospitals and clinics.

In total, these two draws brought significant momentum for Alberta’s nominee program. With strong interest in both newcomer streams, the province is using its expanded federal allocation to prioritise workers who can support immediate labour needs.

Why Alberta’s Draw Activity Matters

AIP invited 1,045 candidates under the Alberta Opportunity Stream: What this signals for 2025 applicants

Alberta’s decisions throughout 2025 show a clear pattern: selecting candidates who already have ties to the province or who work in sectors struggling to fill roles. The Alberta Opportunity Stream remains one of the most active AAIP pathways, often issuing the highest number of invitations compared to other streams.

The lower cut-off score this month indicates that Alberta is attempting to:

• Support employers facing persistent shortages
• Issue nominations at a pace that reflects available allocation
• Maintain consistent processing for streams with high demand
• Balance industry needs between healthcare, construction, transportation, and hospitality

With nearly every industry reporting hiring challenges, the province continues to rely heavily on newcomers who are already contributing to Alberta’s workforce.

Year-to-Date AAIP Performance

As of November 20, Alberta has issued 8,505 invitations through all AAIP streams in 2025.

Several Observations Stand Out

• The Alberta Opportunity Stream has issued more invitations than any other worker pathway.
• Healthcare-related draws remain frequent, often targeting Express Entry candidates to accelerate permanent settlement for essential workers.
• Rural Renewal Stream allocations remain highly watched, especially given the province’s focus on rural workforce needs.

The updated processing summary also shows that AAIP is handling nearly 2,000 applications and still has 858 nomination spaces remaining for 2025.

The Growing Pressure on Nomination Space

Demand for AAIP continues to rise. Alberta reported:

• 28,400 EOIs in the Alberta Opportunity Stream
• 4,000 EOIs for priority sectors
• 3,234 EOIs for the Rural Renewal Stream

This intense volume means draw outcomes increasingly depend on provincial priorities rather than simple score ranking. Alberta continues to remind applicants that the EOI score alone is not the determining factor; industry, job offer type, and provincial labour needs play major roles.

What Applicants Should Prepare For

With cut-off scores fluctuating slightly but remaining relatively approachable, candidates should be proactive:

• Ensure all required documents are complete and up to date
• Verify employer eligibility under AAIP requirements
• Strengthen ties to Alberta through long-term roles or job stability
• Consider priority-sector occupations for improved selection chances

For Express Entry candidates, maintaining an active profile and improving language results can increase competitiveness for healthcare, construction, agriculture, and tech-targeted draws. As AAIP invited 1,045 candidates under the Alberta Opportunity Stream and issued additional invitations under the Express Entry healthcare draw, Alberta has signaled strong selection activity for November. With thousands of invitations already sent in 2025, the province continues to prioritize skilled workers who support its economic and labour needs, offering valuable opportunities for those seeking permanent residency through AAIP.