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Alberta to Begin Accepting new Applications for Immigration to Canada

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The Canadian province of Alberta will soon reopen its doors to newcomers who wish to settle in one of Canada’s most beautiful and vibrant provinces. The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP), one of Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs, will begin accepting new applications from January 27, 2016.

Alberta has not been accepting new applications to the AINP since August 27, 2015.

The AINP is split into three streams: the Employer-Driven Stream, the Strategic Recruitment Stream, and the Self-Employed Farmer Stream. All streams of the AINP are ‘base’ streams, meaning that they are not aligned with the federal Express Entry system.

Potential applicants should note that, in addition to seeking skilled new immigrants, Alberta is also looking for applicants in certain semi-skilled occupations. Furthermore, while a job offer is required for a number of AINP categories, candidates with prior work experience in Alberta and who have a valid trade certificate in a Compulsory or Optional Trade, as well as those in certain engineering occupations, may be eligible to apply.

The AINP is also beneficial to individuals who have completed their studies in Canada.

The AINP Employer-Driven Stream

The Employer-Driven Stream aims to attract candidates with a permanent, full-time job offer from an employer in Alberta. The stream is divided into three categories:

Skilled Worker Category

This category is for candidates with a permanent, full-time job offer from an employer in Alberta in a skilled occupation (NOC skill level 0, A, or B).

International Graduate Category

This category is for candidates who have recently graduated from a Canadian post-secondary institution and have a permanent, full-time job offer from an employer in Alberta in a NOC skill level O, A, B, or C occupation. Note that this category is open to candidates with job offers in semi-skilled, as well as skilled, occupations.

Semi-Skilled Worker Category

This category is for candidates who have a permanent, full-time job offer from an employer in Alberta in a semi-skilled occupation (NOC C or D) that is eligible under the AINP.

The AINP Strategic Recruitment Stream

The Strategic Recruitment Stream allows Alberta to attract newcomers who may benefit the provincial labour market over the long term. The stream is divided into three categories:

Compulsory or Optional Trades Category

This category is for candidates who have a valid trade certificate in a Compulsory or Optional Trade in Alberta issued or recognized by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT).

Engineering Occupations Category

This category is for candidates who have credentials as an engineer, designer, or drafter and work experience in Alberta in an eligible engineering occupation, listed below:

  • Engineering Managers (NOC 0211)
  • Civil Engineers (2131)
  • Mechanical Engineers (2132)
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineers (2133)
  • Chemical Engineers (2134)
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineers (2141)
  • Mining Engineers (2143)
  • Geological Engineers (2144)
  • Petroleum Engineers (2145)

Post-Graduate Worker Category

This category is for candidates who have graduated from a recognized post-secondary institution in Alberta, are currently working in Alberta in an eligible occupation, and have a valid Post-Graduation Work Permit.

The AINP Self-Employed Farmer Stream

Given that one of the major industries in Alberta is agriculture and that Alberta is traditionally a province that promotes small- and medium-sized business activity, it is only natural that the AINP also has a Self-Employed Farmer Stream. Candidates for this stream must prove prior farm management skills, invest a minimum of CDN $500,000 of equity in a primary production farming business in Alberta, and submit a proposed business plan.

To learn more about the AINP Self-Employed Farmer Stream, click here.

Destination Alberta

“Alberta is variously known as the energy province, the sunshine province, and Wild Rose country. It is all of these, and more. It is no accident that it is one of the most visited provinces of Canada,” says Attorney David Cohen.

“It is also noteworthy that projections show Alberta will continue to be one of the fastest growing regions of North America, with more and more people likely to settle there over the coming years and decades.

“In terms of immigration opportunities, the reopening of the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program is an exciting moment early in the new year. The government of Alberta has shown that it is seeking a broad range of newcomers with the knowledge and motivation to succeed. The government has also proven that it is willing to invest in the economy and diversify the range of industries with sustainable employment opportunities over the long term. I encourage individuals, both those eligible for Express Entry and those who may not be, to consider their Canadian immigration options through the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program.”

Alberta quick facts

Provincial capital: Edmonton

Largest city: Calgary

Other major cities with population over 50,000: Red Deer, Lethbridge, St. Albert, Medicine Hat, Grande Prairie

Population: 4.2 million

Languages: The predominant language in Alberta is English, followed by Chinese languages, German, and French.

Climate: Most of Alberta enjoys a continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. The province extends for over 1,200 km (750 miles) north to south, and the southern areas, particularly the dry prairies in the southeast, are noticeably warmer.

Major industries: Conventional crude and synthetic crude oil, natural gas, mining, agriculture, forestry, finance, banking, information technology (IT),  tourism, tertiary services. Alberta also employs many people in the public sector, particularly in healthcare.

Employment rate: 93%

Major attractions: Rocky Mountains, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Elk Island National Park, the Calgary Stampede, Edmonton – “Canada’s Festival City”

To learn more about your Canadian immigration options through the AINP, or any of over 60 Canadian immigration programs, please fill out a free online assessment today.

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Comments

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  2. Our wishes
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    for this I have done this application for a better life to our children
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    the best regards

  3. Please help me where to fit on those nominee programs. My resume/cv I already submitted to you last year. It is in your file. What would be the fastest program to go to Canada. I also need a job offer. I am registered in the job bank but until now no job offers for me. Thank you.

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  9. I would like to know if you have any knowledge of which occupations will be chosen this time in the semi skilled category of the AINP.

  10. @David Dolan — click on the heading ‘Semi-Skilled Worker Category’ in the article.

  11. Sir, could you please tell the IELTS score required for engineering occupation category.

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  16. AM A NIGERIAN BY BIRTH AND I WANT TO RELOCATE WITH MY CHILDREN. I HAVE DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE AND MY WIFE TEACHING EXPERIENCE, CAN WE APPLY?

  17. I’m from Syria and im sure that you know the very bad situation in my country its more than five-years in war and I’m still living with my family here in Aleppo city in spit of all circumstances but now I’m so tired from this ugly war i had three children two boys and girl my wife had a licence in English literature and i had a licence in electronic engineering but with on experience coz i work in import and export I’m 49 years old and my wife 40 years old my children the oldest son is 15 years old and the second 12 years old and finally my daughter is 8 years so that’s all i have to tell
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  18. I’m Mrs.Luningning Rosas 42 years of age. A teacher in kindergarten for almost 7 years now.I have a certificate from human resource of Alberta as a child development staff and a CPR.I’m very willing to work anywhere in Alberta as an assistant teacher.thanks and regards

  19. I’m an engineer, i want to apply for a study/work program in Canada. I’m a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering.

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  22. Hi

    Good day

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  23. I hope it is real and not too expensive for interested applicant.Thanks.

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  26. Dear Management，

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    Best Regards，

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  29. I do general construction just to name a few like brick laying, solid rendering, tiling, read the blue print and supervise

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  35. Hi
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  36. Im an experienced telecom and communications engineer in Oil & Gas. Am i eligible to migrate in Alberta with my Family from Philippines?

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  48. Hello sir,maa’m,do you have any application for me that suitable for myefucational background??thanks i hope i will wait reponse..have a blessed day..

  49. Hello

  50. good morning:
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  53. Hi
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  54. Iam a qualified Toolmaker

  55. Hi,
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    I am a Civil Engineer
    I have experience
    I would be glad to fill the application on AINP.
    Thank you.

  56. Good day! Im working as a cashier and my lmia will expire on august2016. Am i qualified for this program? Does my employer need to apply for a new lmia? Thanks for the reply.

  57. I’m a Nigerian, presently live in London, United Kingdom hold a Bachelor Degree in Accounting and MBA in one of the recognised universities in Nigeria. I also have five years experience as an Accountant in a recognised college of health sciences and technology in Nigeria.
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    While I awaiting your positive reply, I sincerely say” thank you” in advance.

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  60. Hi,

    I have been a practicing structural engineer for 8 years with international working experience (Europe and middle east). I am 32 years old. I would like to know if there are any occupations that suits my qualification regarding AINP under Engineering Occupations Category? I want to migrate to Canada for work.

    Thank you.

  61. I am a Nigerian. I work with One of the Engineering research institute in Abuja as a Mechanical Engineer. My wife also work with National space application Agency in Abuja as a Mechanical Engineer. We had four children, ages of 11, 8, 6 and 3years. Pls I want to relocate to Canada and I want to know if me and my family qualify. Thanks

  62. hi… i am an engineer and married with 3 kids, how do i start to apply for canada visa.

  63. well please tell me Architect- Architecture Engineer are eligible to take this opportunity

  64. HI ,i am furniture maker .I have 19 years experience.I live in 26 years thessaloniki greece .I am from albenian . THANK YOU

  65. I am a qualified Teacher of physical and health Education.B.ed. Also have Masters in Community Development Adult Education M.Ed. University of Ibadan Nigeria. I started teaching since February 3rd 2000. . 16 years teaching experience..Wouldn’t know if I am eligible to participate. Thanks.

  66. Sir I am a Nigerian. I worked with engineering company as a Secretary/ Receptionist and I also have skill as fashion designer. Sir can I apply. Thanks

  67. Am a dry wall and leader wall installer and finisher with over 12 years full time working experience and my wife a fashion designer {7 years working experience} with our baby girl. I’ll be so mush happy to live and work in Canada with my family.

  68. Sir, Could you please advise the IELTS score required for engineering occupation category for AINP

  69. Hi!
    I am looking for a job in Canada. I am from Uzbekistan. Please Can you help me?
    Thanks!

  70. I am a holder of DUT in electronics and I have been working with COTCO on Contract basis since 2014 as an E&I technician, I don’t know if am eligible to follow this program. Am interested working in Canada.

  71. Am Adegboyega Abayomi from Nigeria I apple for Canada immigration visa application form,

  72. hi sir , madam . I am in india right now I have a good education as well experience . .please let me know if I am eligible for Canada

  73. applicant for canada any where

  74. Am Racheal currency in nigeria, I am a microbiologist. I also have more than 6years experience in trading. I have a husband who lives in America. And he is also a business man. I Will like to come to canada for work. I want your assistance plz. Tanks

  75. I wish to come to your cuntry and tak a jobs from you.

  76. i am a Filipino, as of now i am here in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia working in furniture company as a furniture carpenter and i really like to work in Canada if i have a chance.

  77. I’m a cameroonian by nationality a heavy wait driver with a category D drivers license I have a working experience of 16 years working with a heavy weight truck for goods and a heavy weight for passengers I will be very happy you accept my application thanks

  78. Am a banker in nigerià and I want to be in canada because I like the country how do I go about it

  79. I notice a lot of people here are asking for help but have not posted their emails so that we can help with your answer… there are a lot of challenges but it starts with you challenging the EILTS exam… the passing mark is 6 but higher would be better….

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  81. My name Sendy Putra Negara, I am from Indonesia, gain experience working in sales and marketing for 14 years, I really want to immigrate and work in canada
    I hope you can help and provide the best solution for me, for your attention and cooperation thank you.

    Best Regards,

    sendy

  82. I m a 42 years old Cameroonian. Have working experiences in welding, mechanic, car body repair that I did for 15 years. Again, since 2009, I m learning and performing in accounting. I want to known my chances of getting a job in Canada.

  83. Good day, I am a 26 year old individual with a HEART Trust NVQ-J diploma in Electrical Installation.. I have also worked with two reputable electrical engineering companies in Jamaica for over six years on Commercial, Industrial and Residential projects to a successful completion. I am interested in working with a Canadian firm so would be greatful to get selected… Kind regards.

  84. Hi Iam looking for the p.r. please help i have done Dual mechanical engineer for a period of 8 years, i am currently working in usa. Thank you

  85. I am a Ghanaian and a boy of 19yrs of age, having completed Senior High School and am a constructor.
    I hope my request will meet your kindest and earliest consideration.
    Thanks you.

  86. Hi.Im. Mechanical Engineering graduate and Im working as supervisory experience
    Before in the land, now im working in the crew ship 22 years until now as Environmental technician in engineering Department you have related position to applying in alberta canada firm. I have a chance to get a job in canada.thanks

  87. My name is rose am 26 yrs old and I have worked as cleaner past 5yrs out of my country. So please I would like to work in canada, am from kenya thank you.

  88. I am diesel plant fitter from zimbabwe and would like to work in canada.i hope my request will meet your consideration

  89. I am a registered nurse with diploma in nursing from Ghana with 5 years working experience and it has always been my dream to live and work in Canada. Will be much grateful if am considered to help achieve my dream, thank you.

  90. I am presently working with a Destination Management Company in Nigeria as a Destination Sales and Pricing Manager. I wish to know how I can migrate to Canada with my family.

    Thanks.

  91. I am Tafadzwa currently in motor Industry as admin and CR person,but studying towards financial Accounting.

  92. I want to go Canada and work

  93. For the skilled job category, does it mean if I don’t have a full time job
    offer from an employer in Alberta I cant apply?

  94. my name is folabi opesan 39 years old am a barber also capital

  95. like to work and live in canada

  96. Hi!My name is Bojan Mladenovic from Serbia (31 year old), Master Engineer of electrotechnics and computer science for industrial energetics(university degree-5 years).I would like to live and work in Canada with my family(My sister is also a Master Engineer of electrotechnics and computer science for industrial energetics.My father have Canadian passport.Please tell me how to apply for that kind of program.
    Best Regards!

  97. i want to apply how can fill the form

  98. Is there room for someone with HSE background to apply?

    Thanks

  99. My name is Tanisha Grant i am a Jamaican. I have a certificate in the hotel industry and is currently working in a hotel, is it possible i could apply and what are the requirements?
    Would really love to worked in Canada

  100. I am a Nigerian, and a lawyer with out an experience. Can I apply too?

  101. Hello, can someone with HSE background apply to this state?
    Thank you.

  102. I am a Cameroonian, a Geology teacher with 7 years experience. I’d be grateful if granted this pleasant opportunity. Thanks a million

  103. I am a Cameroonian geology teacher with seven years work experience. I shall be grateful if accepted. Thanks

  104. Hi there, i was just wonderring if there is available hiring for nurse there, would be delighted for your response thank you so much.Godbless

  105. I am a graduate in Bachelor of Science major in Biology, Masters in Special Education and Early Childhood Education as well. I was teaching in a special school for a while but later on did tutorials with very special cases. Teaching in Sunday school for more than 10 yrs. handling all levels from ages 5 to 13yrs. old. depending on the assigned level. It feels good to see some of my students who really made thier way up to college. I love to teach.

  106. I am Naresh from India 50 years old with 25 years work experience in the government office and more than 6 years in the private sector, I just want to know if I am still qualified to work in Canada

  107. I am a Post Graduate Analytical Chemist, working as a Quality Control Assistant (10+ yrs) in a Government Laboratory with major work on testing of Water and effluents. My husband is a Post Graduate in Science with B.Ed (education) , working as a Airport Supervisor / Trainer with a Five Star Airline in its Indian station.Can we come and settle down in Canada

  108. Sir,
    I am a 45 year old geologist with a small family of three. I have 18 years experience in the field and I also lecture part time at the federal university here in Nigeria. I am interested in working in Canada and will appreciate your assistance in this regard
    Kind regards
    Stephen Akidi

  109. I’m living in Houston Texas for 30 years and l have work 11 years on a quimical instrumentation repair shop. And 13 years as scaffold builder and still doing it l’m 54 you think I still can immigrate to Canada it was my first choice 30 years ago but l got stuck in the USA but widout legal status. Please give me an orientation.

  110. Can I apply as I’m 47 Years now with 16 years experience in ICT?

    Married with English language only

  111. HELLO !

    I am Brazilian I would like to be part of the company’s staff My training is TECHNIQUES mechatronics, mechanical and instrument industry, working in the area for a long time in the cement industry sector, sugar and alcohol INDUSTRY, dairy and plastic.

    For me it will be a privilege to be part of the dried company despenhando time growth, but in the area that put me, obeying their rules and quality policy.

    Waiting for an answer.

    THANK YOU SO MUCH!

  112. Thanks for the above information. I am a 46 year old lady well experienced in shipping and freight forwarding having worked for Maerskline, Damco and DSV. My husband is an electrical engineer with over 15 years experience. We are interested in emigarating to Canada. Please advise what we need t do to make our dream a reallity.

  113. I am so interested and I love to be part of it. I will be glad if my request can be accepted.
    KING FRED

  114. I, m a nurse by proffession from Nigeria my husband is an engineer both of us like to relocate to have a change of environment thanks bye

  115. Dear sir/madam,

    I am working as a cook in grande prairie. Now express entry ranking point is 453. Individual I can’t reach that point. If you have give to chance for AINP for a cook (employer driven stream) that good for us. Thanking you.

  116. can someone from nigeria apply