By Admin, #OasisVisas 
On July 25, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) held a new draw and invited candidates from the Alberta Express Entry Stream, with a special focus on the construction sector.
This draw targeted candidates who had experience in eligible construction occupations and could help address labor shortages in Alberta. A total of 39 invitations to apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination were issued to qualified foreign nationals. These candidates had valid Express Entry profiles and a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 66.
Draw Summary:
| Category | Number of Invitations | Cut-off Score |
| Alberta Express Entry Stream – Construction | 39 | 66 |
Only candidates whose primary occupation in their Express Entry profile matched Alberta’s eligible construction job list were considered. Additionally, those with Alberta job offers needed the offer to be in a qualifying construction-related occupation.
Candidates interested in knowing which occupations are currently accepted under the construction sector can visit Alberta’s official AAIP webpage for the full list.
Alberta’s Focus for 2025
Earlier this year, Alberta confirmed that it will continue issuing invitations in 2025 through its three main Express Entry Stream pathways. It will also give priority to candidates in specific sectors like:
- Construction
- Agriculture
- Aviation
- Healthcare
Remaining Invitations and Nominations for 2025
So far, 269 invitations have been sent under the Priority Sectors stream in 2025. Below is the current status of nominations and Expression of Interest (EOI) applications:
- 2025 total nomination allocation: 4,875
- Nominations used (as of August 1): 3,134
- Nominations remaining: 1,741
- EOIs in the selection pool: 4,425
Once a candidate receives a provincial nomination from Alberta, they can submit a complete application for permanent residency to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).