Alberta receives an enhanced allotment of provincial nominations
In a significant shift, Canada's Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) have experienced a 50% decrease in their nomination allocations for 2025, as part of a reorientation towards inviting candidates who best align with local labor market needs and provincial priorities.
One notable exception to this trend is the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), which has received an increased provincial nomination allocation from the federal government. The AAIP's new allocation for 2025 stands at 6,403 provincial nominations, representing an increase of 1,528 nomination spots, from the previous limit of 4,875.
This increase in the AAIP allocation means that candidates receive a larger share of AAIP resources or opportunities, enhancing their benefits or chances within the program. The Alberta Opportunity Stream, which previously accounted for 53% of the AAIP's allocation, dedicated 2,592 nominations to this stream. The exact allocation of the increased nominations towards specific streams has not been determined yet.
The AAIP has acknowledged that the increased allocation will strengthen its ability to support regional labor market needs and advance key provincial priorities. The program has also promised to update details about the change on its "processing page".
Similarly, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Saskatchewan, The Yukon, and Northwest Territories have also seen increases in their provincial nomination allocations. However, the exact allocation towards specific streams remains undetermined for these provinces and territories as well.
It is worth noting that the increased allocations may indicate a focus on candidates with in-demand occupational experience. While this has been suggested for the AAIP, it is not yet confirmed for any of the aforementioned provinces and territories.
Canada's provincial and territorial immigration authorities have continued to lobby the federal government for an increase in their allocations. The reduced allocation through the Immigration Levels Plan directly impacts the number of nominations that each province is allotted from the federal government.
This reorientation towards provincial and territorial labor market needs is expected to have a significant impact on Canada's immigration landscape in the coming years. As details about the specific allocations and focus areas become clearer, we will update our readers accordingly. Stay tuned for more updates from the world of immigration.
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