Latest Alberta Draws: 441 New Invitations for PR Applicants
Alberta Conducts Six Immigration Draws, Issues 441 Invitations in February 2026
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has completed a series of six targeted immigration draws between February 6 and February 19, 2026, inviting hundreds of candidates across key economic sectors.
These latest rounds reflect Alberta’s continued focus on rural development, technology growth, public safety occupations, and labour shortages in construction, agriculture, and manufacturing. During these two weeks, the province issued a total of 441 invitations through a mix of Express Entry-aligned pathways and non-Express Entry streams.
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Focused Selections Across Priority Sectors
The mid-February draws were distributed across four major pathways:
- Rural Renewal Stream
- Alberta Express Entry Stream – Accelerated Tech Pathway
- Alberta Express Entry Stream – Law Enforcement Pathway
- Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Construction, Agriculture, Manufacturing)
One of the most notable developments was the first-ever manufacturing-focused draw under the Alberta Express Entry Priority Sectors pathway. Manufacturing was officially added as a priority sector in January 2026, and the February 12 draw marked its debut selection.
Detailed Breakdown of February 2026 Draws
Below is the complete overview of invitations issued between February 6 and February 19:
| Draw date | Stream / pathway | Minimum score | Invitations issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2026 | Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Construction) | 61 | 50 |
| February 17, 2026 | Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Agriculture) | 49 | less than 10 |
| February 12, 2026 | Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Manufacturing) | 50 | 32 |
| February 11, 2026 | Alberta Express Entry Stream – Accelerated Tech Pathway | 59 | 147 |
| February 10, 2026 | Rural Renewal Stream | 54 | 212 |
| February 6, 2026 | Alberta Express Entry Stream – Law Enforcement Pathway | 50 | less than 10 |
The Accelerated Tech Pathway once again demonstrated strong demand, issuing 147 invitations to technology professionals aligned with Alberta’s innovation and digital economy goals. Meanwhile, the Rural Renewal Stream’s 212 invitations highlight Alberta’s ongoing efforts to attract newcomers to smaller communities facing workforce shortages.
Alberta’s 2026 Nomination Allocation Update
Processing Information Snapshot
| Processing information | 2026 Total |
|---|---|
| Nominations issued | 612 |
| Spaces remaining | 5,791 |
| Applications to be processed | 1,032 |
Stream-by-Stream Allocation and Pool Data
| Stream / pathway | 2026 allocation | Nominations issued | Spaces remaining | EOIs in selection pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Opportunity Stream | 3,425 | 403 | 3,022 | 28,916 |
| Rural Renewal Stream | 1,000 | less than 10 | N/A | 3,002 |
| Tourism and Hospitality Stream | 150 | 32 | 118 | 4,758 |
| Dedicated Health Care Pathways (EE + non-EE) | 500 | 47 | 453 | 1,572 |
| Alberta Express Entry – Accelerated Tech Pathway | 600 | 54 | 546 | 2,646 |
| Alberta Express Entry – Law Enforcement Pathway | 38 | less than 10 | N/A | 88 |
| Alberta Express Entry – Priority sector draws/initiatives | 600 | 68 | 532 | 4,600 |
| Entrepreneur streams | 90 | less than 10 | N/A | N/A |
The Alberta Opportunity Stream continues to hold the largest allocation for 2026, with over 3,000 nomination spaces still available. At the same time, the Rural Renewal and Priority Sector pathways are expected to remain highly competitive due to strong interest and regional labour market needs.
What This Means for Candidates
Alberta’s February activity signals a strategic approach to immigration in 2026. The province is clearly prioritising:
- Skilled trades and construction workers
- Agricultural and manufacturing professionals
- Technology specialists
- Law enforcement personnel
- Workers willing to settle in rural communities
With more than 5,700 nomination spaces still available for the year, Alberta remains an attractive destination for candidates seeking provincial nomination through enhanced Express Entry or base PNP streams. As the year progresses, further targeted draws are expected, especially in sectors facing acute labour shortages across the province.
Nomination Quota Status for 2026
For the 2026 calendar year, Alberta has been allocated 6,403 provincial nominations. As of February 5, 2026, the province has issued 405 nominations, leaving 5,964 nomination slots still available. Most nominations granted so far have been issued through the Alberta Opportunity Stream, reinforcing its role as the backbone of Alberta’s provincial immigration framework.
Alberta participates in a federal initiative that allows provinces to nominate practice-ready physicians and francophone applicants under a separate allocation of up to 10,000 spaces nationwide. Nominations issued under this federal measure do not reduce Alberta’s provincial quota.
Outlook for AAIP Candidates in 2026
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