Introduction
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) is an economic immigration program that nominates people for permanent residence in Alberta. Nominees must have skills to fill job shortages or be planning to buy or start a business in Alberta. They must also be able to provide for their families. The program is run by the governments of Alberta and Canada.
If you are nominated through the program, you may apply for permanent residence status together with your spouse or common-law partner, and dependent children.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada manages applications for permanent residence. The federal government also makes final decisions on these applications.
AAIP updates
April 23, 2024: Temporary AAIP processing measures for Ukrainian nationals ending April 30.
April 1, 2024: AAIP changed its fees for applications, Expressions of Interest and requests. Learn more: Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) Fee schedule.
Application streams
Choose a stream to find out how to get nominated:
Streams for workers
The AAIP has 4 streams for foreign workers who are living and working in Alberta, or plan to live and work here:
Alberta job offer and employer requirements
Most AAIP worker stream candidates must meet Alberta job offer and employer requirements.
Streams for entrepreneurs
The AAIP has 4 streams for entrepreneurs who plan to live in Alberta and buy or start a business in the province:
How to estimate processing times for applications and determine which streams are accepting applications.
Information for individuals who applied under Alberta Advantage Immigration Program streams, categories or initiatives that are now closed.
Contact
Connect with us if you have questions about the program using the Opportunity Alberta Feedback contact form.