Alberta Issues 1,400+ PNP Invitations in September Draws
Alberta PNP September 2025: More Than 1,400 Invitations Issued
Alberta doubled its immigration this September, issuing more than 1,400 invitations under various provincial nominee program (PNP) draws, the largest monthly intake this year. Alberta’s Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) is quickly becoming the gateway of preference among skilled workers who dream of emigrating to the province.
- Draw Highlights by Stream
Over 1,000 Invitations Distributed in Each Draw
On September 12, 2025, the AAIP held its largest draw of the year through the Alberta Opportunity Stream (AOS). A record-high 1,113 invitations were issued to temporary foreign workers already working in Alberta who also happen to hold current, valid job offers from Alberta-eligible provincial employers.
This draw’s minimum threshold stood at 63 points, indicating Alberta’s high demand for workers willing to relocate to the province for permanent residence.
Highest Draw of the Month
Its largest draw occurred on September 4, when Alberta Opportunity Stream issued 891 invites to potential nominees who scored at least 56.
The stream is still Alberta’s leader in terms of popularity, with the highest market share of provincial nomination spots and receiving hundreds of thousands of Expressions of Interest (EOIs).
Specialized Industry-Specific Additional Sectors
After this huge AOS draw, Alberta conducted two more specialist draws:
- September 16 - Accelerated Tech Pathway: 320 invitations were issued to candidates with tech sector experience or valid job offers in Alberta. The cut-off score was 55 points, signaling the province’s urgency in addressing tech sector shortages.
- September 17 - Law Enforcement Route: Fewer than 10 offers were made within this stream, which is wholly dedicated to applicants who receive job offers through Alberta police services. At least 56 points were required.
Combined, the three draws issued a combined total of 1,433 invitations during the period September 12-19.
Breakdown of September Draws
We take a closer inspection of this month’s released invites:
| Draw Date | Stream | Invitations | Cut-off Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept. 10 | Alberta Express Entry – Aviation | 30 | 50 |
| Sept. 9 | Alberta Express Entry – Health Care | 70 | 64 |
| Sept. 8 | Alberta Express Entry – Construction | 121 | 61 |
| Sept. 5 | Alberta Express Entry – Agriculture | 71 | 48 |
| Sept. 4 | Alberta Opportunity Stream | 891 | 56 |
| Sept. 3 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway (non-Express Entry) | 67 | 44 |
| Sept. 2 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway (Express Entry) | 126 | 49 |
Why Alberta is Running Targeted Draws
Alberta Opportunity Stream remains the central part of the AAIP, which provides a fast-tracked processing option to temporary foreign workers who are already contributing to the Alberta economy. On the other hand, the Accelerated Tech Pathway within the stream corresponding to the Express Entry is aiming to attract high-demand ICT skills, e.g., software engineering, as well as IT services.
The Law Enforcement Pathway, launched in 2023, bridges recruitment gaps among Alberta’s policing services by connecting immigration to public safety recruitment programs.
Allocation and Nominations in 2025
Alberta’s nomination allocation in 2025 is 4,875, of which 3,749 allocations have so far been issued by September 11. That gives 1,126 allocations left in the year.
This is as far up the nomination trail:
| Stream | 2025 Allocation | Nominations Issued | Remaining Nominations | EOIs in Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Express Entry – Priority Sectors | 405 | 348 | 57 | 4,619 |
| Dedicated Health Care Pathways (EE + Non-EE) | 500 | 353 | 147 | 1,633 |
| Alberta Opportunity Stream | 2,592 | 2,016 | 579 | 41,848 |
It also confirmed that there are 1,768 pending in its processing queue.
Work Towards Annual Nomination Goals
Alberta issued a total of 3,983 nominations until September 26, 2025, while remaining within the annual limit of 4,875, leaving the remaining quota of the year, i.e., 892, open.
A recent breakdown shows that:
- Alberta Opportunity Stream: 2,146 nominations issued, remaining openings 446.
- Specialized Healthcare Tracks: 376 nominations were issued, leaving vacancies at 124.
- Rural Renewal Stream: 720 nominations released, 230 remaining open.
- Tourism and Hospitality Stream: 203 nominations shortlisted, 42 remaining.
- Accelerated Tech Pathway: Fully allocated at 146 nominations.
- Career Pathway in Law Enforcement: 13 nominations were released, 7 still to be assigned.
- Priority Sector and Other Initiatives: 363 nominations offered, remaining 42.
Boost from the Federal Government
Previously this month, the federal government approved Alberta an additional 1,528 nomination spots, bringing the provincial allocation up to 6,403 for the year 2025.
Although formal announcements are still awaited on Alberta’s immigration portal, the shift implies that there will be more opportunities open to skilled workers in various sectors during the coming months.
Conclusion
The surge in invitations and additional quota underscores Alberta’s proactive approach to meeting labor market demands. Skilled workers in technology, healthcare, law enforcement, and hospitality stand to benefit the most.
Those in the federal Express Entry pool with Alberta ties or job offers from eligible employers have the strongest chance of securing a provincial nomination. With almost 900 nominations still to be allocated, and many more after the federal increase, the prospective Alberta settlers who are looking at the program as an option see a golden opportunity.
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