Alberta Provincial Nominee Program

The Alberta PNP was created to support and sustain Alberta's economic integrity, by recruiting competent immigrants to the province.

The Alberta Provincial Nominee Program is run by the provincial government with the assistance of the federal government's department of Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC).

The CIC makes the final decisions as to permanent residence once you send in an application through CIC as a Provincial Nominee.

Alberta PNP nominations will not be issued if you are seeking a temporary work permit or extensions of a temporary work permit.

Eligibility- Streams and Programs

Applicants do not need a job offer to qualify under the following categories.

Engineering Occupations Category

Must be currently residing in Alberta
Must have intentions to live permanently in the province
Must be have certified training as an engineer, designer or drafter
Must be working or have worked in the last 2 years in one of the following:
- An Alberta company that is a member of Consulting Engineers of Alberta
- A well-established, reputable Alberta Engineering, Construction or Procurement Company
Provide a "Letter of No Objection" from the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists, and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGGA) or show that you are registered with APEGA as a foreign license.
If you work in an occupation under the classification code 2231, 2232, 2241 or 2253, such a Letter or No Objection is not required.

Compulsory and Optional Trades Category

Must be currently residing in Alberta;
Must have an Alberta Qualification Certificate
Must have an invitation from Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT)
Must have a valid work permit from CIC in the trade in which you are certified
Must have an occupation that is listed as a Compulsory Trade or Optional Trade in Alberta
Be currently working or have previously worked for an Alberta employer in their trade

Alberta PNP Employer Driven Stream

The applicant must have a valid job offer and qualify under one of the following subcategories:

International Graduate Category

A degree, diploma, or graduate level credential from an approved Canadian educational institution is necessary for the international graduate
Must have completed at least a 2 year undergraduate program or a 1 year graduate program
The job offer must be in a skilled occupation
Must hold a current and valid post-graduation work permit issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Must have received the specialized training and/or formal education for the skilled job in question

Semi-Skilled Worker Category

• Be current employee in Alberta on a work permit
• Show that you have completed a minimum of high school education.

Must have qualifications in one of the following industries:

Hotel and Lodging

Have a total of 3 years of work experience in a job directly related to the hotel and lodging industry
Be employed in Alberta for a minimum of six months before applying to the AINP.
2013 Additional Allocation Initiative: For the 2013 calendar year Alberta has temporarily removed the employer allocation restriction on the number of eligible candidate applications employers may submit for Front Desk Clerks/Agents, Food and Beverage Servers, and Room Attendants. Applications must be submitted prior to or on the date of November 28, 2013.

Food and Beverage

Complete an interview with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (AARD) staff and be able to satisfy AARD regarding your suitability for the AINP.
Have a total of three years of full-time work experience in your home country prior to arriving in Canada in a physically demanding job similar to that found in the food and beverage processing industry.
Be employed in Alberta for a minimum of six months before applying to the AINP.

Manufacturing

Have a minimum of two years of work experience in a job similar to the employer's type of business, however at least 12 months of this experience must have been obtained in Canada
Be employed in Alberta for a minimum of six months before applying to the AINP

Trucking – Transportation

Be employed in Alberta for a minimum of six months before applying to the AINP.
Have driven in a professional capacity before coming to Canada
Be working for your Alberta employer as a long-haul truck driver
2013 Heavy Haul Initiative: There will be a temporary expansion to make heavy haul drivers for ALL industries in Alberta eligible for the program, including long haul drivers. Employers may submit an unrestricted amount of eligible applications for this category prior to or on the day of November 28, 2013. Drivers must:
- Show you have a valid Alberta Class 1 driver's license and are eligible to meet provincial regulations.
- Operate a tractor-trailer unit with at least 5 axles

Food services

Have a total of three (3) years of work experience in a job directly related to food and beverage services (abroad and/or in Canada).
Be employed in Alberta for a minimum of nine (9) months before applying to the AINP.

Skilled Worker Category

The job offer must be in a skilled occupation
The applicant must be licensed from the appropriate body (if a license is needed)
The applicant must have the formal education and/or specialized training required for the position.

Alberta PNP Self Employed Farmer Stream

Must have prior managerial experience with an existing farm enterprise;
Provide evidence that a Canadian financial institution is willing to finance the proposed farming enterprise;
A minimum of $500,000 CAD of equity to invest in the farming enterprise and a net worth of $500 CAD or proof of access to these funds
Education, training and work experience necessary to develop a sustainable farming business in Alberta and a business plan for the farming enterprise in question