Employers unable to fill skilled positions with Canadian residents may present their business case to the Alberta PN Program and apply for approval to recruit a specified number of foreign candidates to fill these positions.

Employers may also apply to the PN Program to nominate individuals already working in Alberta under a Temporary Foreign Worker Authorization.

The employer’s application under the Provincial Nominee Program will be considered where the position:

• cannot be filled by a Canadian resident;
• is for permanent, full-time employment in Alberta;
• meets provincial employment and wage standards;
• is offered to an individual who meets the required qualifications; and
• does not conflict with existing collective bargaining agreements.

Employee candidates may be considered for PN Program nomination if:

• they are recruited by a pre-approved Alberta employer; and,
• they have a valid job offer.

Individuals cannot apply directly to the program without a guaranteed job offer from a pre-approved employer.

Successful PN Program candidates nominated by the Government of Alberta will be required to meet all Federal statutory requirements regarding health, criminal and security checks before an immigration visa is issued.