The Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway is an integral component of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), which is a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) administrated by the Alberta province. This program provides an expedited processing option for eligible Express Entry candidates who have secured a job offer from a technology-related company or in an eligible tech position located in Alberta. To be considered for this program, candidates must meet the requirements of both the Alberta Express Entry stream and the Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway.
Upon successful nomination through the Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway, candidates will receive a work permit support letter, enabling them to apply for a temporary work permit in Canada. Moreover, they will be invited to submit an application for permanent residency, further advancing their journey towards becoming a permanent resident in Canada.
Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway Job Offer Requirements
The Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway has specific requirements regarding the nature of an eligible job offer. The offer must be for one of the 38 designated in-demand occupations or from an Albertan employer in an eligible technology industry. The offer must be a full-time, continuous employment for a minimum of 12 months and should include the terms and conditions of employment, signed by both the candidate and the employer.
In terms of compensation, the offered wage or salary must comply with provincial minimum wage standards and any additional requirements specified in a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), if applicable. If an LMIA is not required, the offered wage must meet or exceed the starting wage for the respective occupation across all industries in Alberta.
When submitting an Express Entry profile, candidates must ensure that the National Occupational Classification (NOC) code indicated in their profile is consistent with the NOC code of their Alberta job offer.
Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway, candidates must first meet the eligibility criteria for the Alberta Express Entry stream. Additionally, they must either be employed in one of the 38 technology-related occupations designated as in-demand by the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), or possess a job offer from an Alberta employer that operates in an eligible technology industry.
Eligible occupations:
NOC code | Occupation |
0013 | Senior managers – financial, communications and other business services |
0112 | Human resources managers |
0131 | Telecommunication carriers managers |
0211 | Engineering managers |
0212 | Architecture and science managers |
0213 | Computer and information systems managers |
0512 | Managers – publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts |
0601 | Corporate sales managers |
1123 | Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations |
1121 | Human resources professionals |
1223 | Human resources and recruitment officers |
2131 | Civil engineers |
2132 | Mechanical engineers |
2133 | Electrical and electronics engineers |
2147 | Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) |
2161 | Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries |
2171 | Information systems analysts and consultants |
2172 | Database analysts and data administrators |
2173 | Software engineers and designers |
2174 | Computer programmers and interactive media developers |
2175 | Web designers and developers |
2221 | Biological technologists and technicians |
2232 | Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians |
2233 | Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians |
2241 | Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians |
2253 | Drafting technologists and technicians |
2281 | Computer network technicians |
2282 | User support technicians |
2283 | Information systems testing technicians |
3211 | Medical laboratory technologists |
3212 | Medical laboratory technicians and pathologists’ assistants |
3219 | Other medical technologists and technicians (except dental health) |
4163 | Business development officers and marketing researchers and consultants |
5131 | Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations |
5241 | Graphic designers and illustrators |
7241 | Electricians (except industrial and power system) |
7242 | Industrial electricians |
7246 | Telecommunications installation and repair workers |
Eligible Industries:
NAICS Code | Industry |
2211 | Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution |
3251 | Basic Chemical Manufacturing |
3254 | Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing |
3333 | Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing |
3341 | Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing |
3342 | Communications Equipment Manufacturing |
3343 | Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing |
3344 | Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing |
3345 | Navigational, Medical and Control Instruments Manufacturing |
3346 | Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media |
3364 | Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing |
4173 | Computer and Communications Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers |
5112 | Software Publishers |
5121 | Motion Picture and Video Industries |
5171 | Wired Telecommunications Carrier |
5172 | Wireless Telecommunications Carrier (except satellite) |
5174 | Satellite Telecommunications |
5179 | Other Telecommunications |
5182 | Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services |
5191 | Other Information Services |
5413 | Architectural, Engineering and Related services |
5414 | Specialized Design Services |
5415 | Computer Systems Design and Related Services |
5417 | Scientific Research and Development Services |
5419 | Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services |
7115 | Independent Artists, Writers and Performers |
8112 | Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance |
Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway Application Procedure
The Alberta Accelerated Tech Pathway is closely aligned with the Alberta Express Entry stream, providing a streamlined process for foreign nationals seeking to immigrate to Alberta. To apply for this program, individuals must first verify their eligibility based on the industry or National Occupational Classification (NOC) code requirements for one of the 38 in-demand occupations.
Upon meeting the eligibility criteria, applicants may initiate the process by submitting their Express Entry profile, job offer, and employer details to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) for assessment. Eligible candidates will then be invited to apply for nomination, with their Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) application processed at an expedited rate.
Upon successful nomination, candidates will be invited to accept the nomination on their Express Entry profile, which will result in a significant increase in their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score by 600 points. This will increase the likelihood of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence through the Express Entry system.
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