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Alberta invited new candidates under the AAIP

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Alberta invited new candidates under the AAIP on March 14, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) published a new update regarding the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). As of March 14, 2023, there were around 1,490 Alberta Opportunity Stream applications and 450 Expressions of Interest in the Alberta Express...
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Alberta is expecting a massive rise in the AAIP over the next three years

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Alberta is expecting a massive rise in the AAIP over the next three years, Alberta is currently in dire need of workers to fill over 100,000 job vacancies and bolster its economy. To meet the labor shortage, the Prairie province has asked Ottawa to increase the number of immigrants it...
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The AAIP to welcome 10,000 immigrants per year

The AAIP welcomes 10,000 immigrants per year, every year, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) carefully determine the total number of Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates that each province can nominate annually.  The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has significantly increased the PNP allocations from last year. In 2023, the province will issue 9,750 nominations – an astounding increase of over 50% compared to 6,500 nominations issued in 2022.  In an official statement, the province announced it would issue 10,140 nominations in 2024 and 10,849 in 2025. The province is looking for more skilled workers as there are about 100,000 job vacancies to fill. The government data from Canada's most recent census in 2016 show that Alberta rivals British Columbia for a place as the second most popular immigration destination in Canada, after Ontario. Alberta has been a very attractive location for newcomers to Canada over the past few years.  The percentage of recent immigrants in Alberta increased from 6.9% in 2001 to 17.1% in 2016, with recent immigrants who first obtained permanent resident status in Canada in the five years prior to a census. The availability of employment opportunities and excellent level of living in Alberta attract immigrants. A variety of smaller cities and towns throughout the province, including the provincial capital Edmonton and the somewhat larger Calgary, have already seen economic growth over the past few years. Immigration streams offered by Alberta The following are the Common immigration streams offered by Alberta: Alberta Express Entry Stream Accelerated Tech Pathway for Express Entry Alberta Opportunity Stream Religious Workers Eligibility program Rural Renewal Stream Rural Entrepreneur Stream Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Stream Graduate Entrepreneur Stream Also read,  COLD LAKE CITY WANTS TO RENEW THE ALBERTA RURAL RENEWAL STREAM ALBERTA UPDATED THE AAIP INVENTORY AAIP ANNOUNCED UPDATES TO ALBERTA EXPRESS ENTRY STREAM SELECTIONS ALBERTA ISSUED 6,084 NOMINATIONS IN 2022 About Alberta provincial nominee program  An economic immigration scheme called the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), formerly known as the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program, selects applicants for Alberta permanent residence.  Applicants must have the necessary skills to fill open positions in Alberta or have plans to buy or start a business there. Also, they must be able to support their families. The Canadian and Albertian governments administer the program. You, your spouse or common-law partner, and any dependant children may apply for permanent residence status if you are nominated through the program. Immigrating to Alberta in 2023 In an effort to draw in more skilled immigrants, Alberta has opened up a number of new pathways and established a priority process since October 2022. While Alberta has added 120,000 new jobs since the start of 2021, the province still has about 74,140 open jobs. In addition, the province predicts a 33,100 worker shortage by 2025 in a wide range of occupations, skill levels, and industries. By employment generation, diversifying the economy, and increasing the workforce in each and every area of the province, immigrants have an essential role in addressing the labor shortages.  In order to facilitate important industries like healthcare, construction, technology, agriculture, and tourism, among others, it is expected that they will offer new skills and experience. The province's growth will be sustained in the coming years due to Alberta's increased immigration intake targets. Want to know more details about “The AAIP to welcome 10,000 immigrants per year” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates. Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs. For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate
The AAIP welcomes 10,000 immigrants per year, every year, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) carefully determine the total number of Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates that each province can nominate annually.  The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has significantly increased the PNP allocations from last year. In 2023, the...
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Cold Lake City wants to renew the Alberta Rural Renewal Stream

Cold Lake City wants to renew the Alberta Rural Renewal Stream on February 16, 2023, Cold Lake City announced that the City Council approved a letter of support for the City’s application to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program’s Rural Renewal Stream. This letter of support was the last requirement for a community designation application in this program, which provides foreign nationals with an alternate pathway to immigration other than through a labor market impact assessment (LIMA), given they have gained employment from one of the employers accepted into the program.  The Rural Renewal Stream initiative is a pilot project that enables designated organizations from local communities to select qualified businesses for participation. Honourable Mayor Craig Copeland stated: "Our business community has been reminding us over and over again that there is a vital need for this initiative in the town, a need that will only increase in the years to come as significant federal projects are finished there." “Economic immigration has been shown to assist local companies in addressing labor market gaps, and as immigrants settle in and start a family in our community, they add to the vitality and excitement of Cold Lake.” Alberta Rural Renewal Stream Rural communities in Alberta can apply for community designation with the aim of attracting and hiring immigrants to fill labor shortages and settle immigrants into rural communities. Through a community-driven program that meets local economic development requirements and supports community growth, the Rural Renewal Stream assists rural Alberta to attract and keep new residents. The Rural Renewal Stream gives rural areas the ability to attract and keep foreigners who want to live, work, and settle in their areas. Before hiring and endorsing a candidate for the Rural Renewal Stream, communities must apply for and receive the designation. Candidates may apply for the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program if they possess a letter endorsing them from a designated community. Want to know more details about “Cold Lake City wants to renew the Alberta Rural Renewal Stream” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates. Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs. For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate
Cold Lake City wants to renew the Alberta Rural Renewal Stream on February 16, 2023, Cold Lake City announced that the City Council approved a letter of support for the City’s application to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program’s Rural Renewal Stream. This letter of support was the last requirement for...
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Alberta updated the AAIP inventory

Alberta updated the AAIP inventory
Alberta updated the AAIP inventory on February 14, 2023, Alberta published the update considering the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) inventory. According to the new update, there were around 1,310 Alberta Opportunity Stream applications and 430 Expressions of Interest in the Alberta Express Entry pool.    Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship...
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AAIP announced updates to Alberta Express Entry stream selections

Alberta Express Entry stream
On January 18, 2023, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) announced new Alberta Express Entry stream selection updates. In 2023, the AAIP will issue invitations to candidates under the Alberta Express Entry Stream, using the combination of high-demand occupations and immediate family ties as selection factors.    With the introduction...
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Alberta issued 6,084 nominations in 2022

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  On November 22, 2022, Alberta published the update considering the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) inventory. According to the new update, there were around 970 Alberta Opportunity Stream applications and 290 Expressions of Interest in the Alberta Express Entry pool.    Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) allocated a...
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How has the NOC change affected the new AAIP applicants?

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How has the NOC changed affected the new AAIP applicants? After the implementation of the NOC 2021, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) canceled all applications with an unpaid application fee that were not submitted in the portal as of 4 pm on November 15, 2022.    The AAIP requires...
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Updated AAIP Inventory Released by Alberta

Updated AAIP Inventory
Alberta Released the Updated AAIP Inventory the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) is the provincial government program that helps people in Alberta immigrate to Canada. On September 2, 2022, Alberta published the update of the inventory of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). According to the new update, there were...
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Alberta Invited 120 more Candidates Under the AAIP

Alberta Invited 120 More Candidates Under the AAIP
 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) determine the number of nominations the AAIP (Alberta Advantage Immigration Program) can issue each year. IRCC provided 6,500 nomination certificates to Alberta for 2022. This year, Alberta has issued only 3,877 nomination certificates so far. As of August 2, 2022, there are around 1,150...
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