Alberta PNP Issues Over 1,300 Invitations in Early October 2025 Draws

Key Takeaways 

• Total invitations: 1,324

• Lowest minimum score: 52 (Accelerated Tech Pathway)

• Streams targeted: Alberta Express Entry (Construction, Tech) and Alberta Opportunity Stream

• Draw dates: October 1, 3, and 7, 2025 

Together, these October draws continue Alberta’s 2025 trend of prioritizing critical labour sectors – especially those contributing to housing and infrastructure growth – while keeping cut-offs among the lowest in the country. 

Summary of Alberta’s October 2025 Draws

October 7, 2025

• Stream: Alberta Express Entry

• Focus: Priority Sectors – Construction

• Minimum Score: 60

• Invitations: 91

October 3, 2025

• Stream: Alberta Express Entry

• Focus: Accelerated Tech Pathway

• Minimum Score: 52

• Invitations: 230

October 1, 2025

• Stream: Alberta Opportunity Stream

• Focus: General Occupations

• Minimum Score: 61

• Invitations: 1,003

Find all the details on the latest PNP draws on our dedicated PNP Tracker Tool. 

With three draws in just the first week of October, Alberta’s Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) activity continues at one of the fastest paces of any province in 2025. The focus on construction and technology complements Alberta’s economic diversification strategy, while large Opportunity Stream draws show the province’s commitment to retaining in-province talent. 

Alberta’s recent draw activity makes it a key province to watch for skilled workers, tradespeople, and Express Entry candidates seeking a practical route to permanent residence. 

How These Draws Compare to Previous Rounds 

The 1,003 invitations issued under the Alberta Opportunity Stream on October 1 represent one of the largest single draws of 2025, second only to the September 12 round (1,113 invitations).  

Meanwhile, construction-sector draws have become increasingly frequent, with rounds held in May, June, July, September, and now October. The 60-point cut-off in the October 7 round signals ongoing accessibility for trades professionals, reflecting Alberta’s push to fill critical labour gaps amid housing and infrastructure expansion. 

Tech draws also continue to define Alberta’s innovation-focused recruitment approach. The Accelerated Tech Pathway has now issued over 500 invitations in 2025, helping attract skilled candidates with offers from Alberta employers in key technology occupations. This approach stands out nationally – with B.C. pausing tech draws, STEM roles trimmed from federal rounds, and Ontario facing tech unemployment, Alberta remains a rare bright spot for in-demand tech talent. 

Together, these rounds underline Alberta’s dual focus on employability and retention – favouring candidates who are already contributing to the provincial labour market or are well positioned to integrate quickly. 

What This Means for Candidates 

October’s draws show that Alberta continues to use its flexible PNP structure to attract skilled tradespeople, tech professionals, and in-province workers at accessible score levels. 

Key insights for candidates: 

• Provincial strategy: Alberta’s 2025–28 Strategic Plan emphasizes expanding the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) to fill labour gaps in sectors like healthcare, construction, trades, and transportation. This aligns with the province’s recent targeted draws and efforts to gain greater control over its economic immigration priorities.

• Tech opportunities: The Accelerated Tech Pathway is one of Canada’s most reliable routes for tech workers in the current climate, with steady rounds and low cut-offs for eligible Express Entry candidates.

• In-province focus: The Alberta Opportunity Stream continues to provide pathways for temporary residents and essential workers already in the province. 

Candidates with Alberta job offers or work experience should keep their profiles updated under the Alberta Express Entry-aligned streams and the Opportunity Stream, as draw patterns suggest recurring rounds across these sectors through the rest of 2025. 

With three draws in the first week of October alone, Alberta is on pace to surpass its monthly averages from earlier in 2025. The province’s targeted approach, balancing construction, technology, and local labour retention, aligns with Alberta’s economic priorities for 2025. Including its Affordable Housing Strategy and continued investment in tech innovation hubs such as Calgary and Edmonton. 

For prospective candidates, Alberta remains one of the most active and opportunity-rich provinces for both in-Canada and Express Entry-linked applicants.