Alberta Opportunity Stream 2025 Guide
The Alberta Opportunity Stream is a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) pathway for temporary foreign workers who live and work full-time in Alberta. If you hold a valid work permit backed by a positive LMIA or an approved LMIA-exempt permit—and you have a full-time job offer in an eligible occupation—you can apply for a provincial nomination to pursue permanent residence. This streamlined, online process helps Alberta address local labour needs by nominating skilled workers already contributing to the province’s economy
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the Alberta Opportunity Stream, you must:
1. Valid Work Permit
Hold a full-time work permit based on a positive LMIA or an accepted LMIA-exempt permit when you apply and when Alberta assesses your file
2. Job Offer
Maintain a genuine full-time (≥30 hrs/week), non-seasonal job offer or contract from an Alberta employer in your current occupation, meeting AAIP work permit and employer requirements
3. Work Experience
Accumulate at least 6 months of full-time work in Alberta if you hold a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), or 12 months if you hold another type of permit
4. Education
Possess a Canadian high school diploma or equivalent; PGWP holders satisfy this via their Alberta education credentials
5. Language
Demonstrate Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 4 or higher in all four skills on an approved English or French test
6. Occupation Eligibility
Work in a National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021) occupation that is not on the ineligible list
How Does the Application Process Work?
The application process for the Alberta Opportunity Stream is straightforward
1. Secure a Job Offer
Ensure you hold a valid Alberta work permit and maintain your full-time job offer.
2. Start Your AAIP Application
Sign in or create an account at the AAIP portal on Alberta.ca and select the Alberta Opportunity Stream.
3. Gather Documents
Prepare:
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Alberta work permit & passport pages
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Positive LMIA or LMIA-exempt permit proof
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Job offer or employment contract
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Language test results
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Education credentials
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Professional licences or certificates (if required)
4. Pay Fees & Submit
Pay the CAD 1,500 application fee online and upload all documents. Hit Submit.
5. Wait for a Decision
Track your nomination status via the AAIP portal.
6. Apply for Permanent Residence
If nominated, apply to IRCC for PR under the non-Express Entry PNP process.
Application Fee and Processing Time
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Application Fee: CAD 1,500 (non-refundable)
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Provincial Processing: Approximately 6–8 months from submission to nomination, based on 2025 assessment dates
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Federal PR Processing: IRCC aims to process complete non-Express Entry PNP applications within 19 months
Required Documents
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Valid Passport -
Education Credential Assessment -
Language Test Results -
Proof of Work Experience -
Endorsement Certificate From an Atlantic Province -
Proof of Settlement Funds
Official Application Page
For detailed information and to start your application process, visit the official;
🔗 Alberta Opportunity Stream – AAIP (Government of Alberta) alberta.ca
🔗 Eligibility Requirements alberta.ca
🔗 Application Checklist (PDF) alberta.ca
🔗 AAIP Fee Schedule (PDF) alberta.ca
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Alberta Opportunity Stream?
A PNP route for foreign workers already in Alberta with a full-time job offer, to gain provincial nomination for PR.
Do I need an LMIA?
Yes—either a positive LMIA-based permit or an LMIA-exempt work permit recognized by AAIP.
How much work experience do I need?
6 months if you hold a PGWP; 12 months for other permit types.
How much does it cost?
CAD 1,500 to apply to Alberta; federal PR fees apply after nomination.
Can I apply online?
Yes—the entire Alberta nomination application is submitted through the AAIP portal on Alberta.ca.
What happens after nomination?
You’ll apply to IRCC for permanent residence under the non-Express Entry provincial nominee process.
