The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) draws from September 24 to October 7, 2026 issued 476 invitations across four streams, according to Alberta’s processing information page updated October 7. The cut-offs ranged from 51 in the Rural Renewal Stream to 64 in Express Entry Priority Sectors. Alberta now has 1,062 nomination spaces left for 2026, out of 6,603.
That last number matters most. With about 16% of the year’s allocation left and 34,478 profiles in the pool, every remaining draw counts.
What were the AAIP draws between September 24 and October 7?
Alberta ran four distinct draws during this period:
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September 24: Rural Renewal Stream invited 131 candidates (minimum score: 51)
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September 29: Alberta Express Entry Stream: Priority Sectors (General) invited 200 candidates (minimum score: 64)
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October 2: Alberta Opportunity Stream invited 123 candidates (minimum score: 54)
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October 7: Alberta Express Entry Stream: Priority Sectors (Aviation) invited 22 candidates (minimum score: 56)”
Added together, that is 131 plus 200 plus 123 plus 22, or 476 invitations in two weeks.
Alberta says the expression of interest (EOI) score, the points on your profile, is not the only factor in who gets invited. It also says it does not disclose recent draw parameters, to protect program integrity.
How many nominations are left after these AAIP draws?
Alberta reports a 2026 nomination allocation of 6,603. It has issued 5,541 nominations so far, which leaves 1,062 spaces. That is about 16% of the year’s total for the final weeks of 2026, against a pool of 34,478 expressions of interest. The page does not give a date for the pool count, but the page was updated on October 7.
An invitation is not a nomination. Each invited candidate still has to apply, and the nomination comes only after Alberta approves the file.
So the 1,062 spaces have to cover people already invited and still in processing, not just future draws.
Which AAIP stream had the lowest cut-off?
The Rural Renewal Stream, at 51. It is open only to candidates with an Endorsement of Candidate letter from a designated rural community in Alberta, so the low score comes with a condition. Among streams without a community endorsement, the Alberta Opportunity Stream at 54 was lowest.
It is for temporary foreign workers already working full-time in Alberta on a valid work permit.
Alberta says the Opportunity Stream is assessing applications received on or before July 13, 2026. That queue does not include people who got a work permit support letter under the temporary public policy for prospective Provincial Nominee Program candidates.
Compare these with other provinces on our PNP draw results for 2026, or read which province is easiest for PR in 2026.
What should you do if you are in the AAIP pool?
Make sure your profile reflects your current job, sector and score, because Alberta draws by stream and sector. With 1,062 spaces left, a profile that is outdated may miss the last rounds of the year. If you qualify for both a Priority Sectors draw and the Opportunity Stream, know which one your profile is set up for.
Alberta does not run on a fixed schedule. Draws are published after they happen, so the only way to be ready is to keep the profile current.
FAQ
How many AAIP nomination spaces are left in 2026?
There are 1,062 nomination spaces remaining for 2026. Alberta reports a total allocation of 6,603 and has issued 5,541 nominations so far, leaving 1,062 spaces (6,603 minus 5,541).
What were the AAIP cut-offs from September 24 to October 7, 2026?
The minimum score cut-offs ranged from 51 to 64. Specifically, Rural Renewal required 51, the Alberta Opportunity Stream 54, Priority Sectors (Aviation) 56, and Priority Sectors (General) 64.
Is an AAIP invitation the same as a nomination?
No, an invitation is not a nomination. An invited candidate must still submit a complete application, and Alberta only issues a formal nomination after approving that file.
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Source: Alberta Advantage Immigration Program processing information (last updated October 7, 2026), checked October 11, 2026.
