Alberta is the fourth largest province in Canada and is definitely becoming a popular choice among immigrants. Apart from that, if you are thinking to migrate to Canada and do not have a job offer then Alberta Express Entry Stream is the best option for you.
Although people are considering the Express Entry System as the best option to migrate to Canada, there is an equally promising route called the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
On one hand where Express Entry has a lot of competition and is based on a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) in which points are accumulated based on human capital factors and whosoever has much higher points will have a better chance to get an invitation to apply for permanent residency in Canada. PNP, on the other hand, is quite different as in that you get 600 extra points. Every province’s PNP is different from the other and each province determines its own set of nomination requirements.
Talking about Alberta Express Entry, this route allows people to come and settle down in Canada even if they do not have a job offer.
It is becoming a top choice for newcomers, with Edmonton and Calgary being the most popular cities. Annually this province welcomes approximately 40,000 new comers. In total, Alberta’s share of immigrants in Canada is 13% approximately and is at 3rd place after Ontario and British Columbia.
Economically, this province has Canada’s most important industries like oil, mining, natural gas. This year 5,910 candidates got the notification of interest from Alberta through this stream.
Your chances of receiving a Notice of Interest are greater if you–
- have a job offer or work experience in that province
- are a graduate of Canadian post-secondary institution
- have a parent, child, or sibling who is a permanent resident or Canadian citizen living in Alberta.