Short Summary
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program nominates eligible workers and entrepreneurs who can support Alberta economic priorities.
Key Takeaways
- AAIP has worker and entrepreneur pathways with different eligibility rules and selection processes.
- Some AAIP routes connect with Express Entry, while others use non-Express Entry permanent residence processes.
- Nomination supports the file, but IRCC still makes the final permanent residence decision.
Main Explanation
AAIP pathways may consider Alberta employment, Express Entry profile details, rural or community connection, sector priorities, business plans, and current program capacity. Requirements and invitation practices can shift over time.
A worker-file review should look at occupation, wage, employer support, Alberta work history, legal status, language, education, settlement factors, and whether the candidate is using an Express Entry or base stream.
For entrepreneurs, the analysis is different: business ownership, investment, net worth, community support, business viability, and staged performance obligations often matter.
Official reference: Government of Alberta AAIP
FAQ
Is AAIP the same as Express Entry?
No. AAIP is provincial. Some AAIP pathways are aligned with Express Entry, but not all of them.
Who decides permanent residence after nomination?
IRCC reviews the federal permanent residence application and the Government of Canada makes the final decision.
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