Note: Ensure all sections are correctly filled and reviewed. Incorrect or fraudulent information may lead to rejection.

Important Notes:

• Make sure all details and documents are accurate.
• The application fee is non-refundable, even if your application is not successful.

The eligibility requirements for Alberta Tourism and Hospitality Stream are:

Approved Employer Requirements

Your job and Alberta job offer must be with one approved Tourism and Hospitality employer.

Eligible Industries and WCB Coverage

• Employer’s business must be in an eligible WCB industry code.
• Employer must have valid WCB coverage or be exempt.

Sector Association and Travel Alberta Membership

The employer must be a member of an eligible sector association or listed as an Experience Provider on the Travel Alberta website.

Occupation and Employment Requirements

• The job must be in an eligible occupation
• Must have worked full-time for at least six months with your current employer.
• Must have a valid work permit and be paid for work.

Job Offer or Employment Contract

• Must have a full-time job offer or employment contract for an eligible occupation.
• Ensure job offer and employer meet all requirements to avoid application rejection.

Ineligible Applicants

Part-time, casual, or seasonal employees, independent contractors, business owners, or those working from non-commercial sites are ineligible.

Language Requirements

• Minimum score of 4 in each skill on approved tests (CELPIP, IELTS, TEF Canada, or TCF Canada).
• Test results must be less than two years old.

Education Requirements

• Must have high school education equivalent to Canadian standards.
• Provide an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) if education is from outside Canada, unless you have a Canadian credential or Alberta Qualification Certificate.

The Eligibility Criteria for the Alberta Opportunity stream are:

Eligible Applicants:

• Must have a valid work permit (not implied or restoration status).
• Valid permits include:
  • Positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
  • LMIA exemptions (e.g., international trade agreements, company transfers, International Experience Canada, Mobilité Francophone, religious work)
  • Open work permits for vulnerable workers or their family members
  • Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) from an Alberta Advanced Education institution
  • Open work permits under IRCC’s 2022 or 2023 PGWP policies, Hong Kong recent graduate policies, or Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET)

Occupation Requirements:

• Must work in an eligible occupation in Alberta.
• Use NOC 2021 for applications submitted from November 16, 2022, onwards; NOC 2016 for earlier applications.
• Most NOC TEER Categories 0 to 5 are eligible. Specific ineligible occupations include:
  • Legislators, judges, certain education and arts roles

Post-Graduation Work Permit Holders:

• Job must relate to your Alberta field of study.
• If starting your Alberta program after April 1, 2019, job must relate to previous study outside Canada.

Language Requirements:

• Meet specific language test scores based on NOC category.
• Acceptable tests: CELPIP, IELTS, TEF Canada, TCF Canada.
• Test results must be less than 2 years old.

Education Requirements:

• Must have high school education equivalent to Canadian standards (except PGWP holders).
• Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) is needed unless You have a Canadian degree or recognized Alberta qualification.
• PGWP holders must have credentials from Alberta Advanced Education-approved institutions.

Work Experience Requirements:

• Relevant full-time work experience in Alberta or Canada within specified periods.
• PGWP holders require 6 months of full-time work experience in Alberta.
• Experience must be full-time, authorized, and not gained during co-op placements or internships (unless part of the Alberta study program).

Eligible Job Offers:

• Must have a full-time job offer or contract from an Alberta employer.
• Ineligible job offers include part-time, casual, seasonal, independent contractor roles, or work not performed on Alberta premises.

You might receive a Notification of Interest or be eligible for the Accelerated Tech Pathway, under the Alberta Express Entry System if:

• You have an active Express Entry profile.
• You meet the criteria for at least one Express Entry federal immigration program:
  • Canadian Experience Class
  • Federal Skilled Trades Program
  • Federal Skilled Worker Program
• Your primary occupation is in demand or linked to Alberta’s economic priorities.
• You plan to live and work permanently in Alberta.
• Your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score is at least 300.
• Your occupation is not on the Alberta Opportunity Stream Ineligible Occupations list.
• The number of applications or nominations for your occupation is reasonable for Alberta’s priorities.
• You are not a refugee claimant or involved in federal appeals/removal processes.
• You do not have an active nomination with AAIP.
• You are not banned from re-applying to AAIP due to misrepresentation.

The Eligibility Requirements for Rural Renewal Stream are:

1. NOC Version
   1. Use NOC 2021 for applications submitted on or after November 16, 2022.
   2. Use NOC 2016 for applications submitted on or before November 15, 2022.
2. Community Residency: Must intend and be able to live and work in the designated Alberta community at both the application and assessment stages.
3. Community Endorsement: Must have an Endorsement of Candidate letter from the Economic Development Organization (EDO) of your community.
4. The Endorsement Letter Must Include
   1. EDO details.
   2. Your full name and address.
   3. Job offer details: business name, employer contact info, job location, position, job duties, and how the job supports community growth.
   4. Employer's efforts to fill the position locally.
   5. Endorsement letter issuer’s contact information.
5. Job Offer Requirements: Must have a valid job offer or employment contract for an eligible occupation in Alberta.
6. Licensing/Certification: Must meet Alberta’s licensing, registration, or certification requirements for your occupation.
7. Ineligible Job Offers
   1. Part-time, casual, or seasonal jobs.
   2. Independent contractors or business owners.
   3. Jobs not based in Alberta or conducted remotely.
8. Occupation Requirements: Must have a job offer in an eligible occupation. Check the updated NOC list for current eligibility.

The Eligibility Requirements for the Rural Entrepreneur Stream are:

Work Experience:

• 3 years as a business owner/manager, or
• 4 years as a senior manager in the past 10 years.

Education: Completed high school equivalent to Canadian standards with an Education Credential Assessment (ECA).

Language:

• CLB/NCLC level 4 in all language skills.
• Acceptable tests: CELPIP, IELTS, TEF Canada, TCF Canada.

Net Worth: Minimum CAD 300,000 in personal assets (including spouse/common-law partner's assets).

Business Investment:

• Minimum CAD 100,000 investment from personal funds (or spouse/common-law partner's funds).
• Higher investments earn more points.

Business Ownership:

• 51% ownership for new businesses, or
• 100% ownership for business succession (complete change of ownership).

Job Creation:

• New businesses must create at least one full-time job for Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents.
• Not required for business succession.

Community Support: Must have a Community Support Letter from a participating rural Alberta community.

Eligibility Criteria for Graduate Entrepreneur Stream are:

• Education: Complete at least two years of full-time study at an Alberta publicly funded post-secondary institution, resulting in a degree or diploma.
• Work Permit: Hold a valid Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) issued by IRCC at the time of your Expression of Interest (EOI) submission.
• Language: Achieve a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 in English or Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) level 7 in French. Test results must be less than 2 years old. Accepted tests:
  • CELPIP General Test
  • IELTS General Training Test
  • TEF Canada
  • TCF Canada
• Business Establishment: Plan to establish or buy a business in Alberta with at least 34% ownership. The business must not be on the list of ineligible businesses. Business partners must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents.

To qualify for this stream, candidates must meet the following criteria both when their application is submitted and when the AAIP reviews it. Meeting these criteria does not guarantee a nomination or permanent residence.

1. Farm Management Skills:
   1. Candidates must demonstrate farm management skills through:
   2. Financial documents from an existing farm business.
   3. Evidence of education, training, and work experience.
   4. A business plan for a farming venture in Alberta.
   5. Proof of financing from a Canadian financial institution for the proposed farm.
2. Sufficient Financial Resources:
   1. Candidates must be able to invest at least CDN CAD 500,000 in a farming business in Alberta.
   2. Provide documents showing a net worth of CDN CAD 500,000 or proof of access to similar funds.
   3. You may need to show the ability to invest more than the minimum amount.
3. Primary Production Investment:
   1. Submit a business plan detailing your investment plans with your application.
   2. The plan will be reviewed to ensure it meets Alberta’s farming industry requirements.
   3. Applications that align well with Alberta's agri-food targets will be prioritized.

The Eligibility Criteria for Farm Graduate Entrepreneur Stream are:

• Work Experience: At least 6 months of full-time experience in managing or owning a business, or equivalent experience with a business incubator/accelerator.
• Education:
  • Degree from a post-secondary institution outside Canada.
  • Degree must be assessed as equivalent to a Canadian degree and completed within the last 10 years.
• Business Plan: Submit a detailed business plan with projected financials.
• Pitch Deck: Provide a 10-minute presentation (slides only) outlining the business venture.
• Language Proficiency:
  • CLB/NCLC level 5 in each language skill (reading, writing, listening, speaking).
  • Tests must be less than two years old.
  • Accepted tests: CELPIP General, IELTS General, TEF Canada, TCF Canada.
• Business Establishment:
  • 34% ownership if in an urban center; 51% ownership if in a regional area.
  • Business partners must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
  • Business must not be on the ineligible list.
• Business Investment:
  • Minimum investment: CAD 100,000 for urban centers; CAD 50,000 for regional areas.
  • Higher investments earn more points.
• Letter of Recommendation: Obtain a recommendation from an AAIP-approved agency.
• Settlement Funds: Show funds for business setup and personal support based on Low-Income Cut-Offs (LICOs).

To apply for the Alberta Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), follow these steps:

1. Determine Eligibility: Ensure you meet the criteria for one of the AINP streams.
2. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI): If applying under the Alberta Express Entry Stream, submit an EOI through the Alberta Express Entry system.
3. Receive an Invitation: If selected, you'll receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) from Alberta.
4. Submit a Full Application: Complete and submit the full application to Alberta with all required documents.
5. Receive a Nomination: If approved, you’ll receive a provincial nomination, which you can use to apply for permanent residence with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

To apply for the Alberta Opportunity Stream:

• Work Experience: At least 12 months of full-time work experience in an eligible occupation.
• Job Offer: A valid job offer from an Alberta employer in an eligible occupation.
• Language Requirements: Meet the minimum language requirements.
• Educational Requirements: You must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent.

There is no fee to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Alberta Express Entry Stream. However, you may incur costs for preparing documents and obtaining language tests.

To gain more points:

• Education: Higher levels of education can increase your score.
• Work Experience: More years of relevant work experience can boost your points.
• Language Proficiency: Higher language test scores can add to your points.
• Connection to Alberta: Having a job offer or work experience in Alberta, or having close relatives in Alberta can improve your score.

1. Check Eligibility: Determine which AINP stream you qualify for.
2. Create an EOI (if applicable): For the Express Entry Stream.
3. Apply to the AINP: Submit the application with required documents.
4. Receive Nomination: If approved, receive a provincial nomination.
5. Apply for PR: Use the nomination to apply for permanent residence with IRCC.

For the most current information on applying for the Alberta PNP in 2024, refer to the official AINP website or consult with a licensed immigration consultant.

The costs include:

• Application Fees: Varies depending on the stream.
• Document Preparation Costs: Such as language tests and educational credential assessments.
• PR Application Fees: To be paid to IRCC.

The number of nominations Alberta can issue annually varies based on federal allocation. For 2024, the exact number will be detailed in the province's immigration plans.

This stream allows Alberta to select candidates from the federal Express Entry pool who meet Alberta’s criteria. Candidates must have an active Express Entry profile and meet specific requirements related to education, work experience, and language skills.

Application fees for the AINP vary depending on the stream.

• Proof of Identity: Passport, birth certificate.
• Educational Credentials: Degrees, diplomas.
• Work Experience Documents: Reference letters, employment contracts.
• Language Test Results: IELTS, CELPIP, or other recognized tests.
• Job Offer Letter: For streams requiring a job offer.
• Proof of Funds: If applicable.

The Alberta Opportunity Stream is designed for foreign workers currently working in Alberta. It requires a valid job offer, work experience in an eligible occupation, and meeting language and education requirements.

This stream focuses on retaining foreign workers who are already contributing to Alberta's economy.