Alberta PNP — draws, scores & pathways

AAIP publishes the richest data (draws, allocation burn-down, pool) — low-score streams exist, but the federal allocation is shrinking.

Source: official data, verified Aug 19, 2026

Self-assessment information and estimates — not a decision about your case, and not legal advice.

TighteningScores, pool & allocationAB_EOI

This province publishes draw scores — you'll see cutoffs below.

Allocation reference: 5000 (2026) · Pool size: 4200

Recent draws

  • Dedicated Health Care Pathway – non-Express Entry
    2026-08-19
    60
    AB_EOI
  • Alberta Opportunity Stream
    2026-08-14
    58
    AB_EOI
  • Dedicated Health Care Pathway – Express Entry
    2026-08-12
    60
    AB_EOI
  • Rural Renewal Stream
    2026-08-11
    51
    AB_EOI
  • Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Agriculture)
    2026-08-07
    55
    AB_EOI
  • Alberta Express Entry Stream – Accelerated Tech Pathway
    2026-08-06
    60
    AB_EOI
  • Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Health Care)
    2026-08-04
    66
    AB_EOI
  • Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Construction)
    2026-07-21
    65
    AB_EOI

Pathways in this province

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Common questions

What is the status of the Alberta PNP?
Alberta is currently marked “Tightening”. Data transparency: Scores, pool & allocation. Always confirm on the official provincial site before you apply.
What is the latest published draw for Alberta?
Latest on record: Dedicated Health Care Pathway – non-Express Entry on 2026-08-19, cutoff 60 (AB_EOI). Figures come from provincial publications or Northway’s committed snapshot.
Is this a decision about my eligibility?
No. Northway provides self-assessment information and estimates. Only the province and IRCC make binding decisions.

Alberta PNP: reading streams and cutoffs

Alberta streams, recent draws and transparency differ by program. Use this page to self-compare — it is not a provincial decision about you.

Rules and allocations around 2026 can shift; trust the official sources and update dates shown on the page. If no cutoff is published, Northway labels that honestly.

Line up your occupation, language and local/employer ties with each stream. Programs that connect through Express Entry still warrant watching CRS.

Scores and status come from public provincial sources and synced draws; missing data is not invented.

Common questions

What is the Alberta PNP cutoff?
Use the recent draws listed on this page. If we label no cutoff, the province has not published a comparable EOI score — focus on occupations and invitation mechanics.
Can I apply without local experience?
It depends on the stream. Some target overseas candidates; others require in-province work or graduation. Open the stream detail and official link.
Can I prepare EE and PNP together?
Often yes: keep CRS competitive while watching provincial invitations. Whether dual-track makes sense depends on your timing and eligibility.