Skills Immigration
Alberta
Candidate with job offer from a local employer in the rural areas of Alberta
Job offer
Full-time for at least 12 months with a comparable wage and not on the list of ineligible occupations
Work experience
Unless graduated a 2-year post-secondary program in Canada, must have at least 12 months full-time work experience within the last 18 months and related to the job offer category, such as:
TEER 0 must have experience in 0, 1
TEER 1 must have experience in 0, 1, 2
TEER 2, 3 must have experience in 1 - 4
TEER 4 must have experience in 2 - 5
TEER 5 must have experience in the same occupation
TEER 0 must have experience in 0, 1
TEER 1 must have experience in 0, 1, 2
TEER 2, 3 must have experience in 1 - 4
TEER 4 must have experience in 2 - 5
TEER 5 must have experience in the same occupation
Education
Equivalent to Canadian high-school
Language
CLB 5 for TEER category 0, 1, 2 or 3
CLB 4 for TEER category 4 or 5
CLB 4 for TEER category 4 or 5
Settlement fund
Enough to support yourself during the period of adaptation after your arrival
Candidate working under a valid LMIA work permit with a job offer from the same employer
Job offer
Full-time for at least 12 months with a comparable wage under Tourism and Hospitality occupations
Working
Have been working in the same occupation as the job offer for at least 6 months under a valid LMIA work permit
Work permit
Valid, not including implied status or restoration
Education
Equivalent to Canadian high-school
Language
CLB 4
Candidate living and working in Alberta with job offer from a local employer
Job offer
Full-time for at least 12 months with a comparable wage and not on the list of ineligible occupations
Working
Have been working in the same occupation with job offer and relate to experience
Work experience
Full-time for 6 months and relate to field of study in AB, within the last 18 months, or
Full-time for 12 months in Alberta within the last 18 months, or
Full-time for 24 months inside or outside Canada within the last 30 months
Full-time for 12 months in Alberta within the last 18 months, or
Full-time for 24 months inside or outside Canada within the last 30 months
Work permit
Valid, not including implied status or restoration
Education
Equivalent to high-school in Alberta, or
1-year post-secondary program if studying in Alberta
1-year post-secondary program if studying in Alberta
Language
CLB 7 for NOC Code 33102
CLB 5 for TEER category 0, 1, 2 or 3
CLB 4 for TEER category 4 or 5
CLB 5 for TEER category 0, 1, 2 or 3
CLB 4 for TEER category 4 or 5
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee the applicant will receive the invitation. Applicant and employer must meet recruitment requirements to be nominated.
Process timeline of preparing and reviewing the application
between applicant with Provincial and Federal Government
Community Endorsement
Stage 1
Having Endorsement of Candidate issued by Economic Development Organization of the rural community in Alberta.Rural Renewal Stream Only
Nomination submission
Stage 2
Applicant submits the completed application on AAIP Portal when all minimum requirements are met.
Decision of Nomination
Stage 3
Application approved, the applicant receives a Nomination Certificate to support their PR application to IRCC, valid for up to 6 months.
Province reviews in 4 - 6 months
PR submission
Stage 4
Maintain the conditions of nomination, attach Nomination Certificate to the PR application, and then submit them to IRCC.IRCC reviews in 15 - 19 months
Get PR Status
Stage 5
Application approved, the applicant gets Permanent Resident status after landing or confirming on IRCC Portal.Confirmation valid within 12 months
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee the applicant will receive the invitation. Applicant and employer must meet recruitment requirements to be nominated.
Crucial elements affect the decision
Settlement fund
Age
Language
French
Canadian work experience
Education
Work experience
Admissible
Employer supports
Occupation in Canada
Job position
Field study in Canada
Employer Letter of Support
Community referral letter
Job offer
Residential area
Provincial nomination
Study Permit
Work permit
Education in Canada
Benefits the applicant and their accompanying family members are entitled to when becoming permanent residents
Family-friendly
The immigration application includes the applicant's spouse and children
Work and study
Keep working legally with the letter of support for work permit renewal
Medical
Access to high-quality modern public health care as same as Canadian
Education
Free or lower tuition for children depends on the level of education
Benefits
Access to social benefits as same as Canadian
Mobility right
Live and work anywhere under Permanent Resident status
Sponsorship
Ability to sponsor relatives if the conditions are met
Naturalization
Ability to obtain citizenship if residency conditions are met
Important requirements the applicant should note
Immigration Ineligibility
- Are under removal order
- Are inadmissible to Canada
- Are living in Canada illegally
- Are working without authorization
- Have an unresolved refugee or humanitarian and compassionate application
- Reside and work outside Alberta
- Do not have a valid work permit
- Are in the list of ineligible occupations
Basic requirements
- Have been working under LMIA work permit, LMIA-exempt, open work permit, or post-graduation work permit
- Have work experience related to job offer
- Settlement fund based on family size and residential area
Work experience
- Inside or outside Canada for at least 12 months of full-time within the last 18 months, related to the job offer, unless graduated a 2-year post-secondary program in Canada and on a valid post-graduation work permit
- If the job offer is under TEER category 0, work experience must be in TEER category 0 or 1
- If the job offer is under TEER category 1, work experience must be in TEER category 0, 1 or 2
- If the job offer is under TEER category 2 or 3, work experience must be in TEER category 1, 2, 3 or 4
- If the job offer is under TEER category 4, work experience must be in TEER category 2, 3, 4 or 5
- If the job offer is under TEER category 5, work experience must be in the same occupation
Job offer
- Full-time for at least 12 months under TEER category 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 occupations with a wage that meets or exceeds the lowest starting wage for your occupation across all industries in Alberta based on base salary, not including bonuses, commissions, profit-sharing distributions, tips, overtime wages, housing allowances, rents, or other similar payments
- Have accreditation and/or license to practice if working in regulatory occupations
Education
- Equivalent to Canadian high-school
- Foreign education credential(s) must be assessed by Educational Credential Assessment
Language
Minimum CLB 5 (TEER category 0, 1, 2 or 3) or CLB 4 (TEER category 4 or 5), assessed by 1 of 4 language proficiency tests within the last 2 years:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training
- Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP-General)
- Test d'évaluation de français (TEF)
- Test de connaissance du français Canada (TCF Canada)
Ineligible occupations
| NOC Code | TEER category | Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| 00010 | 0 | Legislators |
| 60040* | 0 | Escort agency managers, massage parlour managers |
| 41100 | 1 | Judges |
| 51111 | 1 | Authors and writers (except technical) |
| 51122 | 1 | Musicians and singers |
| 42200* | 2 | Justices of the peace |
| 53121 | 3 | Actors, comedians and circus performers |
| 53122 | 3 | Painters, sculptors and other visual artists |
| 53124 | 3 | Artisans and craftspersons |
| 53200 | 3 | Athletes |
| 33100* | 3 | Dental laboratory bench workers |
| 44100 | 4 | Home child care providers |
| 44101 | 4 | Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations |
| 64321 | 4 | Casino Occupations |
| 55109 | 5 | Other performers |
| 65229 | 5 | Other support occupations in personal services |
| 85101 | 5 | Harvesting Labourers |
Immigration Ineligibility
- Are under removal order
- Are inadmissible to Canada
- Are living in Canada illegally
- Are working without authorization
- Have an unresolved refugee or humanitarian and compassionate application
- Reside and work outside Alberta
- Do not have a valid work permit
- Are in the list of ineligible occupations
Basic requirements
- Candidate working under an LMIA Work Permit
Work experience
- Have been working full-time for 6 months with the same employer, based on an LMIA work permit
Job offer
- Permanent and full-time under these designated occupations, such as:
| NOC code (2021) | Occupation | NOC TEER category |
|---|---|---|
| 54100 | Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport, and fitness* | 4 |
| 60030 | Restaurant and food services managers | 0 |
| 60031 | Accommodation service managers | 0 |
| 62020 | Food service supervisors | 2 |
| 62200 | Chefs | 2 |
| 63200 | Cooks | 3 |
| 64300 | Maîtres d’hôtel and hosts/hostesses | 4 |
| 64301 | Bartenders | 4 |
| 64314 | Hotel front desk clerks | 4 |
| 64320 | Tour and travel guides | 4 |
| 64322 | Outdoor sport and recreational guides | 4 |
| 65200 | Food and beverage servers | 5 |
| 65201 | Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations* | 5 |
| 65210 | Support occupations in accommodation, travel, and facilities set-up services | 5 |
| 65310 | Light duty cleaners* | 5 |
| 65311 | Specialized cleaners* | 5 |
| 65312 | Janitors, caretakers, and heavy-duty cleaners* | 5 |
| 65320 | Dry cleaning, laundry, and related occupations* | 5 |
Education
- Equivalent to Canadian high-school
- Foreign education credential(s) must be assessed by Educational Credential Assessment
Language
Minimum CLB 4, assessed by 1 of 4 language proficiency tests within the last 2 years:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training
- Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP-General)
- Test d'évaluation de français (TEF)
- Test de connaissance du français Canada (TCF Canada)
Wages
- Meets or exceeds the lowest starting wage for the occupation of the same level across all industries in Alberta
- Income is calculated based on base salary, not including bonuses, commissions, profit-sharing distributions, tips, overtime wages, housing allowances, rents, or other similar payments
Employer requirements
Operates in designated industries, including:
| Eligible WCB industries and exempt activities | WCB industry code | Sample activities |
|---|---|---|
| Museums/Art Galleries | 80701 | Art Galleries, Art Museums, Interpretive Centres, Museums |
| Zoos/Game Farms | 80703 | Game Farms, Zoos |
| Bowling Alleys/Billiard Parlours | 85300 | Billiard Parlours, Bowling Alleys, Pool Halls |
| Golf Clubs/Ranges | 85900 | Operation of Driving Ranges, Golf Courses |
| Ski Resorts/Gondolas | 85904 | Operation of Chairlifts, Gondolas, Ski Instruction, Ski Resorts |
| Casinos/Dance Halls | 85916 | Casino Halls, Dance Halls |
| Arenas/Stadiums | 85919 | Arenas, Stadiums, Race Tracks |
| Travel Agency/Motor Association | 85925 | Operation of Wildlife and Wilderness Associations, Tour Guides, Tourist Promotion, Park Associations |
| Restaurants/Catering | 87501 | Operation of Coffee Shops, Drive-In Restaurants, Restaurants, Take-Out Services, Bartending Services |
| Hotels/Convention Centres | 87503 | Operation of Bed and Breakfast, Cabins and Motels, Convention Centres |
| Sports and Recreation | 87600 | Operation of Amusement Parks and Rec Resorts, Hot Air Ballooning, Boats, Pleasure and Water Tours, Campsites |
| Property Management/Hostels | 89702 | Operation of Hostels, Bingo Halls, Airports |
| Private Clubs | 87508 | Private Clubs, Sporting Clubs, Fitness Clubs and Gun Clubs |
| Operation of a Curling Rink | Multiple | Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries/codes |
| Operation of an Ice Skating Rink | Multiple | Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries/codes |
| Operation of a Cricket Field | Multiple | Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries/codes |
| Operation of a Convention Bureau | Multiple | Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries/codes |
| Operation of an Information Bureau | Multiple | Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries/codes |
| Promotions, sports and entertainment | Multiple | Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries/codes |
| Professional sports | Multiple | Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries/codes |
and is a member of the following sector associations:
| Sector | Sector association |
|---|---|
| Accommodations | Alberta Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) |
| Accommodations | Alberta Bed and Breakfast Association (ABBA) |
| Food and Beverage | Restaurants Canada |
| Indigenous Tourism | Indigenous Tourism Alberta |
| Recreation and Entertainment | Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO) |
| Recreation and Entertainment | Canada West Ski Areas Association (CWSAA) |
| Recreation and Entertainment | Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) |
| Recreation and Entertainment | Alberta Golf Association |
| Meetings, Conventions, and Incentive Tourism | Convention Centres Canada (CCC) |
| Tourism and Hospitality | Tourism Industry Association of Alberta (TIAA) |
| Tourism and Hospitality | Alberta Hospitality Association |
| Tourism and Hospitality | Tourism HR Canada |
| Tourism and Hospitality | Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) |
Immigration Ineligibility
- Are under removal order
- Are inadmissible to Canada
- Are living in Canada illegally
- Are working without authorization
- Have an unresolved refugee or humanitarian and compassionate application
- Reside and work outside Alberta
- Do not have a valid work permit
- Are in the list of ineligible occupations
Basic requirements
- Have been working under LMIA work permit, LMIA-exempt, open work permit, or post-graduation work permit
- Have work experience related to job offer
Work experience
- License, certification: if required, work experience is only counted after obtaining the license or certification to practice.
- Must be authorized by IRCC on a valid temporary resident status if completed in Alberta or Canada
- Type of work: paid, full-time, some work experience obtained while on co-op may be counted
- Full-time for 6 months and relate to field of study in AB, within the last 18 months, or
- Full-time for 12 months in Alberta within the last 18 months, or
- Full-time for 24 months inside or outside Canada within the last 30 months
Job offer
- Permanent full-time under TEER category 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 occupations
- Have accreditation and/or license to practice if working in regulatory occupations
Education
- Equivalent to Canadian high-school
- Have studied in a post-secondary institution in Alberta, if on post-graduation work permit
- Foreign education credential(s) must be assessed by Educational Credential Assessment
- Not required for candidate submitting application before 01/01/2021
If studied in Alberta on and after April 1, 2019, candidate working on a post-graduation work permit must graduate:
- 1-year post-diploma or post-baccalaureate certificate
- 2-year post-secondary diploma
- undergraduate bachelor's degree
- post-graduation degree, certificate and diploma
If studied in Alberta before April 1, 2019, candidate working on a post-graduation work permit may include
- all program above, and
- 1-year certificate
Language
Minimum CLB 7 (NOC 33102), CLB 5 (TEER category 0, 1, 2 or 3), or CLB 4 (TEER category 4 or 5), assessed by 1 of 4 language proficiency tests within the last 2 years:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training
- Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP-General)
- Test d'évaluation de français (TEF)
- Test de connaissance du français Canada (TCF Canada)
Wages
- Meets or exceeds the lowest starting wage for the occupation of the same level across all industries in Alberta
- Income is calculated based on base salary, not including bonuses, commissions, profit-sharing distributions, tips, overtime wages, housing allowances, rents, or other similar payments
Ineligible occupations
| NOC Code | TEER category | Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| 00010 | 0 | Legislators |
| 40021 | 0 | School principals and administrators of elementary and secondary education |
| 40030 | 0 | Managers in social, community and correctional services |
| 40041 | 0 | Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers |
| 60040 | 0 | Escort agency managers, massage parlour managers |
| 41100 | 1 | Judges |
| 41220 | 1 | Secondary school teachers |
| 41221 | 1 | Elementary school and kindergarten teachers |
| 51111 | 1 | Authors and writers (except technical) |
| 51122 | 1 | Musicians and singers |
| 42200 | 2 | Justices of the peace |
| 42202 | 2 | Early childhood educators who do not have certification through Alberta Children's Services – Child Care Staff Certification Office or who have been certified as Level 1 Early Childhood Educator (formerly Child Development Assistant) |
| 43100 | 3 | Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants |
| 43109 | 3 | Other instructors |
| 53121 | 3 | Actors, comedians and circus performers |
| 53122 | 3 | Painters, sculptors and other visual artists |
| 53124 | 3 | Artisans and craftspersons |
| 53200 | 3 | Athletes |
| 63101 | 3 | Real estate agents and salespersons |
| 33100 | 3 | Dental laboratory assistants/bench workers |
| 44100 | 4 | Home child care providers |
| 44101 | 4 | Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations |
| 64321 | 4 | Casino occupations |
| 55109 | 5 | Other performers |
| 65109 | 5 | Other sales related occupations |
| 65211 | 5 | Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport |
| 65229 | 5 | Other support occupations in personal services |
| 65329 | 5 | Other service support occupations |
| 75200 | 5 | Taxi and limousine drivers and chauffeurs |
| 85101 | 5 | Harvesting labourers |
| 85102 | 5 | Aquaculture and marine harvest labourers |
| 85104 | 5 | Trappers and hunters |
| 85110 | 5 | Mine labourers |
| 85121 | 5 | Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers |
