Alberta has targeted healthcare workers in a new draw through the Express Entry-linked stream of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program, issuing 33 invitations.
The February 20 draw targeted medical workers with an Alberta job offer and had a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System score of 311.
Alberta reached its allocation of 9,750 provincial nominations for 2023. It is yet to receive its allocation for 2024, although it is expected to be more than 10,000.
In order to be eligible to receive a notification of interest, candidates must:
- Have an active Express Entry profile in the federal Express Entry pool.
- Have stated an interest in immigrating permanently to Alberta.
- Be working in an occupation that supports Alberta’s economic development and diversification.
- Have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System score of 300 points.
Factors that may improve a candidate’s chances of receiving a notification of interest:
- A job offer from an Albertan employer and/or work experience in Alberta.
- Having graduated from a Canadian post-secondary institution.
- Having a relative that is living in Alberta: parent, child and/or sibling.
Factors that decrease a candidate’s chances of receiving a notification of interest:
- The Express Entry profile expires within the next 3 months
- You work in an ineligible occupation
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