Starting September 30th, 2024, Alberta will launch a new permanent residency scoring system for individuals applying to the province's worker immigration streams. This move is part of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), aiming to streamline the selection process for skilled workers.
The AAIP's new system will better align candidate profiles with Alberta's current labour market needs, improving the process of attracting skilled workers necessary for the province's economic growth.
Key Features of the AAIP Worker EOI System
The Worker Expression of Interest (EOI) system provides a fee-free opportunity for eligible candidates to submit their qualifications. Candidates will detail their education, work experience, and skills, which will be scored and ranked against other applicants. The scoring system is based on various factors, including education, language proficiency, work experience, age, and family connections in Alberta.
The AAIP plans to conduct ongoing draws from the Worker Stream pool, selecting candidates according to their EOI scores and Alberta's labour market demands.
Submission Process
Candidates will self-declare their qualifications through the AAIP portal. This requires comprehensive information, which would be evaluated using a points grid. Draws for selected candidates will begin in mid- to late October 2024.
Work experience can earn a maximum of 21 points, while family connections in Alberta can provide up to 8 points. Holding a job offer in Alberta, especially in high-demand sectors, can provide up to 31 points.
Age is also a factor, with candidates aged 21 to 34 receiving 5 points, while other age groups earn fewer points.
Preparing for Submission
To increase their chances of success, candidates should confirm their eligibility for AAIP worker streams, understand the points grid, and manage their accounts effectively. Only one EOI can be active at a time, so it is essential to withdraw any existing applications before submitting a new one.
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