Application Process

Unlike many immigration programs, candidates generally do not apply directly to this pathway first. Instead, the process begins with recruitment by an Alberta police service.

Step 1: Create an Express Entry Profile

Candidates must first create a profile in the federal Express Entry system and qualify under one of the federal economic immigration programs.

Your Express Entry profile must list your primary occupation in law enforcement, and your score must be at least 300 points.

Step 2: Obtain a Job Offer from an Alberta Police Service

To be considered under the pathway, candidates must receive a job offer from an Alberta police service that is a member of the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police.

The employer will typically recruit candidates internationally to fill policing roles that cannot be filled locally.

Step 3: Identification by the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police

Once recruited, the AACP identifies the candidate as an international police recruit and provides the candidate’s information to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program.

This step is essential because it confirms that the job offer and recruitment process meet provincial requirements.

Step 4: Alberta Reviews the Candidate

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program reviews the information provided by the police service and the AACP to determine whether the candidate meets the eligibility criteria.

If the candidate qualifies, Alberta may issue an invitation to apply for a provincial nomination.

Step 5: Submit an Application to AAIP

After receiving an invitation, candidates must submit a complete provincial nomination application to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program.

This application will include documentation such as:

• Proof of work experience

• Job offer documentation

• Identity documents

• Express Entry profile information

• Educational credentials and other supporting documents

Step 6: Receive a Provincial Nomination

If the application is approved, Alberta will issue a provincial nomination through Express Entry.

This nomination adds 600 points to the candidate’s Express Entry score, making it highly likely they will receive an invitation to apply for permanent residence.

Step 7: Apply for Permanent Residence

Once nominated, candidates will receive an Invitation to Apply for permanent residence from the federal government through Express Entry.

After submitting the permanent residence application and completing medical and background checks, successful applicants can move to Alberta and begin working with their sponsoring police service.

Who This Pathway Is For

The Alberta Express Entry Law Enforcement Pathway is designed for experienced international police professionals who have been recruited by Alberta police services.

This pathway is most suitable for:

• Police officers

• Police investigators

• Senior or commissioned police officers

• Specialized law enforcement professionals

Because the program requires direct recruitment by an Alberta police service, candidates must typically secure a job offer before they can be considered for nomination.