Key takeaways
- Alberta lists five AAIP draws from October 9 to October 20, 2026
- The four draws with a count invited 561 candidates in total: 97, 53, 25 and 386
- The Law Enforcement Pathway draw on October 16 is listed as "Less than 10" invitations, minimum score 49
- Minimum scores are AAIP Expression of Interest (EOI) scores, not CRS scores
- Alberta reports 5,831 nominations issued, 6,603 allocated for 2026 and 772 spaces remaining
The five draws
These draws come from the AAIP processing information page, which showed "Last updated: October 21, 2026". Stream names are copied as the page gives them.
| Date | Stream | Minimum score | Invitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 9, 2026 | Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (Health care) | 60 | 97 |
| October 13, 2026 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway – Express Entry | 57 | 53 |
| October 14, 2026 | Tourism and Hospitality Stream | 73 | 25 |
| October 16, 2026 | Alberta Express Entry Stream – Law Enforcement Pathway | 49 | Less than 10 |
| October 20, 2026 | Alberta Express Entry Stream – Priority Sectors (General) | 60 | 386 |
97 + 53 + 25 + 386 is 561 counted invitations. That total leaves out the Law Enforcement draw, because Alberta gives no exact number for it.
The October 9 Priority Sectors (Health care) draw and the October 13 Dedicated Health Care Pathway draw are two different streams. Do not mix them up.
What the scores mean
The minimum scores above are AAIP EOI scores. They are not CRS scores from Express Entry. The page also says "AAIP draws are not regularly scheduled" and "EOI score is not the only factor AAIP uses to select candidates for invitation." A higher score does not guarantee an invitation, and a score at the minimum does not guarantee one either.
Alberta's 2026 totals
| 2026 figure | Number |
|---|---|
| Allocation | 6,603 |
| Nominations issued | 5,831 |
| Spaces remaining | 772 |
| Applications to be processed | 856 |
The worker EOI pool totals 33,291 profiles. The page notes that Express Entry allocations "may be exceeded under a small Express Entry administrative overage". That is why one table can show more nominations than its allocation. It is not an error.
Earlier Alberta draws
This report covers only October 9 to October 20. For Alberta draws through October 7, read our October 7–8 PNP draws report.
What this means for you
- You are in the Alberta EOI pool: compare your AAIP EOI score with the minimum for your stream in the table. The streams are different, so check the right row.
- You received an invitation: follow the instructions in your invitation and check the deadline it states.
- You were not invited: Alberta says draws are not regularly scheduled and has not published a date for the next one.
Frequently asked questions
How many invitations did Alberta issue from October 9 to 20, 2026?
The four draws with a count invited 561 candidates. The Law Enforcement Pathway draw is listed as "Less than 10".
What was the lowest minimum score?
49, in the Law Enforcement Pathway draw on October 16.
Are AAIP scores the same as CRS scores?
No. They are AAIP EOI scores.
How many spaces does Alberta have left in 2026?
Alberta reports 772 remaining out of a 6,603 allocation.
Sources
Facts as provided in our research brief dated October 23, 2026.
This is general information, not legal or immigration advice. For your situation, consult a licensed immigration consultant (RCIC) or lawyer.
