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.
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 Entry2026-08-1960AB_EOI
- Alberta Opportunity Stream2026-08-1458AB_EOI
- Dedicated Health Care Pathway – Express Entry2026-08-1260AB_EOI
- Rural Renewal Stream2026-08-1151AB_EOI
- Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Agriculture)2026-08-0755AB_EOI
- Alberta Express Entry Stream – Accelerated Tech Pathway2026-08-0660AB_EOI
- Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Health Care)2026-08-0466AB_EOI
- Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Construction)2026-07-2165AB_EOI
Pathways in this province
- Alberta — Opportunity Stream
- Alberta — Express Entry Stream
- Alberta — Rural Renewal Stream
- Alberta — Accelerated Tech Pathway
- Alberta — Agriculture Stream
- Alberta — Tourism & Hospitality Stream
- Alberta — Dedicated Health Care Pathway
- Alberta — Rural Entrepreneur Stream
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.