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Alberta Held Year’s First Express Entry Stream Draws – Issued 108 NOIs for Nomination
Canadian province Alberta recently released the results of the year’s first three AAIP-Express Entry stream immigration draws held on January 2, 11, and 16, 2024. These draws resulted in the issuance of 108 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) for provincial nomination through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP).
Let’s delve into the details of these three invitation rounds.
New AAIP-Express Entry Stream Draws
January 16, 2024 – Alberta conducted a draw targeting the dedicated Healthcare Pathway, specifically seeking candidates with an Alberta job offer and a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 300 and above.
- January 11, 2024 – In this draw the focus shifted to the Priority sector – Agriculture occupation. In this draw, candidates with an Alberta job offer and CRS scores ranging from 300 to 500 were considered.
- January 2, 2024 – The draw once again highlighted the dedicated Healthcare Pathway, emphasizing the need for candidates to have an Alberta job offer. The minimum CRS score requirement was set at 300 and above, resulting in the issuance of 42 NOIs. Notably, the CRS score requirement for this draw was slightly lower at 309 points.
These draws play a crucial role in Alberta’s immigration, aiming to attract skilled individuals in key sectors to contribute to the province’s growth and development. The specific emphasis on certain pathways and occupations reflects Alberta’s tailored approach to selecting candidates who align with its economic and labor market needs.
Year’s First Alberta PNP Draw Results Highlights – Jan 2, 11 & 16, 2024
Date | NOIs Issued | Draw Parameters | CRS Score |
Jan 16, 2024 | 22 | Dedicated Healthcare Pathway, Alberta job offer | 312 |
Jan 11, 2024 | 44 | Priority sector – Agriculture, Alberta job offer | 312 |
Jan 2, 2024 | 42 | Dedicated Healthcare Pathway, Alberta job offer | 309 |
Total | 108 | – | – |
AAIP-Express Entry Stream – Key Pathway for Canada PR in 2024
In 2024, the latest AAIP-Express Entry stream has evolved into a pivotal pathway for securing a Canada Permanent Resident (PR) Visa, thanks to its low Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score requirement. With increasing immigration demand, this stream provides a strategic opportunity for candidates with lower CRS scores to attain permanent residency. It serves as a crucial avenue for individuals aspiring to make Canada their permanent home, aligning with the dynamic landscape of immigration policies.