Alberta AAIP Draw Issues 1,037 Invitations Across Six Rounds Targeting Healthcare, Aviation, and Tech

Alberta’s provincial immigration program has closed out June with a flurry of activity. Between June 17 and June 29, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program held six separate draws, and each Alberta AAIP draw in this cluster issued invitations to apply for provincial nomination targeting some of the province’s most in-demand sectors—healthcare, aviation, technology, and tourism and hospitality.

Combined, these six rounds issued 1,037 invitations to apply (ITAs), bringing Alberta’s 2026 total to no fewer than 9,599 candidates invited so far this year. For skilled workers in these priority sectors, this latest Alberta AAIP draw cluster represents one of the most active stretches of provincial nomination activity in recent months.

Quick Highlights : Alberta AAIP Draw

• Six Alberta AAIP draw rounds between June 17 and June 29 issued a combined 1,037 invitations
• The Alberta Opportunity Stream accounted for approximately 69.4% of all invitations in this cluster
• The June 24 aviation-focused draw was the first of its kind in 2026
• Alberta has now held 56 selection rounds in 2026 and invited at least 9,599 candidates total
• The province has used 3,261 of its 6,403 federal nomination allocation, though stream-level figures show a discrepancy of 68 nominations
• Alberta’s worker expression of interest pool held 37,497 profiles as of June 30
• Two of the six draws specifically targeted healthcare workers through the Dedicated Health Care Pathway

Full Results: Every Alberta AAIP Draw From June 17 to June 29

This latest cluster spanned five distinct streams and pathways, reflecting the breadth of sectors Alberta is actively targeting for provincial nomination. Here is the complete breakdown:

The June 17 Alberta Opportunity Stream draw dominated this Alberta AAIP draw cluster, issuing 720 invitations—roughly 69.4% of the entire six-round total—at a minimum score of 58. This confirms the Opportunity Stream’s continued role as the broadest and highest-volume pathway within Alberta’s provincial nomination system.

Healthcare received significant attention in this cluster, with two dedicated draws: the June 22 Express Entry pathway draw issuing 46 invitations at a minimum score of 64, and the June 29 non-Express Entry pathway draw issuing 75 invitations at a lower threshold of 63. Combined, these two healthcare-focused rounds within the Alberta AAIP draw system issued 121 invitations to healthcare workers alone.

Perhaps most notably, the June 24 draw targeting aviation and skilled trade candidates through the Priority Sectors Pathway marked the first aviation-specific Alberta AAIP draw held in 2026, signalling a new sector focus for the province this year.

Why Alberta Is Targeting These Specific Sectors

Alberta has been explicit that its June 19–29 selections align directly with the sectors it has identified as highest priorities for 2026: healthcare, aviation, and technology. Each Alberta AAIP draw in this window reflects a deliberate, sector-specific strategy rather than broad, undifferentiated selection.

Healthcare continues to be one of Alberta’s most persistent labour gaps, particularly for regulated professionals in rural and smaller urban centres. The two dedicated healthcare draws in this cluster demonstrate the province’s ongoing commitment to using its nomination authority to address these shortages directly.

The introduction of an aviation-focused Alberta AAIP draw for the first time this year is a notable expansion. Alberta’s aviation sector, spanning commercial aviation, aerospace manufacturing, and skilled trades supporting these industries, has apparently reached a point where the province considers targeted immigration selection necessary to meet workforce demand.

The Accelerated Tech Pathway draw, issuing 100 invitations at a minimum score of 59, continues Alberta’s ongoing effort to attract technology talent as the province positions itself as a growing hub for tech investment and innovation outside of Ontario and British Columbia.

Alberta’s 2026 Nomination Allocation: Tracking the Numbers

Understanding where this Alberta AAIP draw activity fits within the province’s overall annual capacity requires looking at the nomination allocation breakdown. As of June 30, Alberta states it has used 3,261 of its 6,403 total federal nomination allocation for 2026.

Worth noting: while Alberta’s official figure states 3,261 nominations issued overall, the stream-by-stream breakdown in this Alberta AAIP draw data adds up to 3,193—a discrepancy of 68 nominations. CIC News has reached out to Alberta for clarification on this gap, and the figure may be updated as more information becomes available.

Regardless of the precise total, roughly half of Alberta’s 2026 nomination capacity remains unused heading into the second half of the year. The Tourism and Hospitality Stream shows the tightest margin, with only 32 of 150 slots remaining, suggesting candidates in that sector should treat availability as increasingly limited.

Alberta has also issued nominations outside its regular Provincial Nominee Program allocation, including to 50 practice-ready physicians and 12 francophone candidates through separate targeted initiatives.

Expression of Interest Pool: Where the Competition Stands

For candidates considering how to position themselves ahead of the next Alberta AAIP draw, understanding the size and distribution of the current applicant pool is essential. As of June 30, Alberta’s worker expression of interest pool held 37,497 profiles, with approximately 62.8% submitted under the Alberta Opportunity Stream. A further 1,466 provincial nomination applications were listed as awaiting processing.

The relatively modest pool size for Dedicated Health Care Pathways—just 1,384 expressions of interest against 342 remaining nomination slots—suggests healthcare candidates currently face comparatively favourable odds within the Alberta AAIP draw system compared to the much larger Alberta Opportunity Stream pool.

What Candidates Should Do Following This Alberta AAIP Draw Cluster

Workers in healthcare, aviation, technology, and tourism should ensure their AAIP worker expression of interest profile accurately reflects current work experience, occupation, and language scores, since minimum score cutoffs vary meaningfully by stream and draw date.

Aviation and skilled trade candidates should note that the June 24 draw was the first of its kind in 2026, suggesting the province may continue running sector-specific rounds for this group going forward. Healthcare candidates have two distinct pathway options—Express Entry and non-Express Entry—each with different score thresholds, and should evaluate which route best matches their circumstances.

Candidates should also monitor AAIP’s official program updates regularly. With 56 selection rounds already held in 2026 and substantial nomination capacity remaining, further Alberta AAIP draw activity is highly likely before year’s end.

Key Takeaways Of Alberta AAIP Draw

This latest Alberta AAIP draw cluster from June 17 to June 29 confirms the province’s continued, targeted approach to addressing labour shortages in healthcare, aviation, technology, and tourism. With 1,037 invitations issued across six rounds, a first-ever aviation-specific draw, and more than half of Alberta’s 2026 nomination allocation still available, the province shows no sign of slowing its immigration selection activity heading into the second half of 2026.

FAQs : Alberta AAIP Draw

How many invitations did the latest Alberta AAIP draw cluster issue?
Alberta issued 1,037 invitations to apply across six draws between June 17 and June 29, 2026, targeting healthcare, aviation, technology, and tourism and hospitality sectors.

What made the June 24 Alberta AAIP draw significant?
The June 24 draw targeting aviation and skilled trade candidates was the first aviation-specific Alberta AAIP draw held in 2026, marking a new sector focus for the province this year.

How many nomination slots does Alberta have remaining for 2026?
As of June 30, Alberta has used 3,261 of its 6,403 total nomination allocation, though stream-level data shows 3,193, a discrepancy the province has been asked to clarify. Regardless, over 3,000 slots remain available across all streams.

Which stream issued the most invitations in this Alberta AAIP draw cluster?
The Alberta Opportunity Stream issued 720 invitations on June 17, accounting for approximately 69.4% of all invitations issued across the six-draw cluster.

How large is Alberta’s current candidate pool?
As of June 30, Alberta’s worker expression of interest pool contained 37,497 profiles, with 62.8% submitted under the Alberta Opportunity Stream, and 1,466 provincial nomination applications awaiting processing.

Source : CIC News

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