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Alberta Invites 1177 Candidates Across Six AAIP Draws in July 2026

Alberta has issued invitations to candidates through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program. The province has been conducting targeted draws to address labour shortages in various sectors.

The approach taken by Alberta is part of its broader strategy to manage immigration and meet specific labour market needs. This strategy involves identifying key areas where labour shortages exist and targeting candidates with the necessary skills and experience to fill these gaps.

Details about the draws, including the number of invitations issued and the specific occupations targeted, are not fully available in the provided information. However, it is known that the draws focused on priority occupations such as healthcare, technology, and law enforcement.

No specific quote from an official or the department is available regarding these draws.

The targeted draws are likely to affect candidates who have expressed interest in immigrating to Alberta and have skills in the priority occupations. Candidates from various countries may be impacted by these draws, depending on their qualifications and the labour market needs of the province.

For the most up-to-date and accurate information on the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program and its draws, candidates are advised to visit the official Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website to verify the details and check for any new developments.

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Last reviewed: July 22, 2026

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