Permanent immigration
You can make Alberta your permanent home. There are a few different ways to immigrate to Alberta as a permanent resident.
Apply directly to Citizenship and Immigration Canada
You can apply directly to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) under their different categories for permanent immigration:
Skilled workers and professionals
Canadian Experience Class
Investors, entrepreneurs and self-employed people
Sponsoring your family
Apply through the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program
If you have the skills needed by Alberta, the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) may be an option for you. There are a number of options with different eligibility criteria:
Employer Driven Stream
Strategic Recruitment Stream
Family Stream
Self-Employed Farmer Stream
Applying for permanent residence in Alberta through the AINP is a two-step process:
- Step 1 - Apply to the AINP and be nominated.
- Step 2 - Apply to CIC as a Provincial Nominee. CIC makes the final decision on all permanent resident applications.
Date Updated:
RDP-944
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