Alberta AAIP Points Calculator 2026

What Is the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)?

The AAIP is Alberta’s Provincial Nominee Program, allowing the province to nominate skilled workers and entrepreneurs for Canadian permanent residency. Previously known as the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP), it was rebranded in 2022 to reflect Alberta’s growing role in attracting global talent.

Alberta offers several immigration streams including the Alberta Express Entry Stream, which selects candidates directly from the federal Express Entry pool, and the Alberta Opportunity Stream for workers already employed in Alberta. A provincial nomination through AAIP adds 600 CRS points to your Express Entry profile, virtually guaranteeing an Invitation to Apply.

AAIP Scoring Criteria

The Alberta Express Entry Stream uses its own selection criteria to identify candidates from the Express Entry pool. Factors considered include your connection to Alberta (family, previous work/study in the province), your occupation being on Alberta’s demand list, your education level, language proficiency, and work experience. The province issues Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to candidates who meet their criteria.

Why Choose Alberta?

Alberta has one of Canada’s strongest job markets, particularly in energy, technology, healthcare, and agriculture. Edmonton and Calgary regularly rank among Canada’s most affordable major cities with high quality of life. Alberta also has no provincial sales tax, meaning higher take-home income compared to most other provinces.